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£173.1k

1948 Bentley Mark VI 'New Look' Two-Door Saloon by James Young

RM Sotheby's • US • 18 Jan 2019

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£173,128

1948 Bentley Mark VI 'New Look' Two-Door Saloon by James Young

US • 18 Jan 2019

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1948 Bentley Mark VI, a rare 'New Look' two-door saloon by James Young, was featured at the 1948 Earls Court Motor Show. It boasts original chassis, engine, and body, accompanied by a report from Bentley historian Diane Brandon, and has undergone restoration and freshening, making it a Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) Full Classic.

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Condition 

7

While the car has been freshened and restored, it is still a vintage vehicle with some wear and modifications. The description mentions 'extensive detailing and mechanical work performed' and notes the 'sunshine roof' now operates manually instead of electrically, indicating some changes from its original condition.

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B495CD

LHD

United States

NXR 810

1948

Auction

£173.1k

1948 Bentley Mark VI 'New Look' Two-Door Saloon by James Young

RM Sotheby's • US • 18 Jan 2019

Market Position:

World Record

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Price Analysis vs Other Mk VI James Youngs

£23,625

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£25,694

Median Price (Since 2020)

£37,740

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