1965 Bentley S3 Series Sedan

1965 was the last year of production for the Bentley S3. Over the course of production, 1,285 saloons were configured with right-hand drive.

A distinguishable features of the S3 over its predecessors were the side-by-side quad-headlamp configuration and a lower-mounted radiator and grille.

This 1965 Bentley S3 was among the last of the handcrafted series built by the skilled craftsman at the Crewe facility in Cheshire, England, before the coach-built body-on-frame era came to a close with the introduction of the unibody T-series. It is finished in a black and cream exterior with a black leather interior. There is a black leather interior, factory radio, right-hand drive, chrome spoke wheels, and original wood dash. There is a 3-spoke steering wheel with column-mounted gearshift selector. It has been in long-term storage in a climate-controlled building.

The 6.2L light alloy-aluminum block and head V-8 engine was factory-equipped with dual SU carburetors and hydraulic lifters for an estimated 200-plus HP. There is a standard 4-speed automatic transmissions which delivers propulsion through a hypoid-drive rear axle and rear wheels giving the car a top speed of 115 MPH. Road control and handling are provided by the power-assisted steering, unequal-length wishbone front suspension, and anti-roll torsion bar setup. The brakes are hydraulic servo-assist.

By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2018