1961 Bentley S2 Continental Flying Spur Saloon

Coachbuilder H.J. Mulliner produced 128 examples of the Flying Spur on the S2 Continental chassis. Just 52 of these were left-hand drive. Design number 7443 was a four-door sport saloon with sculpted rear fenders and close-coupled lines. The design was by George Moseley and was the forerunner of the 'four-door coupes.' The design was nicknamed the 'Flying Spur,' in reference to its dashing nature.

This example was originally commissioned by Mr. Jean Lambert. He withdrew his order in March of 1961; it was reassigned to Mrs. Corinne G. Kocens, of Houston, Texas, to whom it was shipped direct from London aboard the Iserlohn for delivery on April 11, 1961. The car was given several special and specific features such as electrically operated windows, a Sundym glass windscreen, high-frequency horns, and full air conditioning.

Shortly after receiving the Bentley, she passed away. The Flying Spur was acquired shortly thereafter by actor Mr. Gregory Peck. He reportedly purchased this Bentley to celebrate the release of 'To Kill a Mockingbird.' Mr. Peck would keep the car for 34 years and used it only for special occasions. When he parted with the car in 1996, it had accumulated 84,000 miles.

The new owners re-commissioned a body-up restoration, including new British Racing Green paint, a light tan leather interior, and green carpeting. The car has power steering, an automatic transmission, a highly geared rear axle, and four-shoe front brakes.

By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2014