1965 Bentley S3 Series

The Bentley Continental sports saloon was introduced on the R-Type chassis in 1952. It soon became synonymous with effortless high speed cruising in grand touring fashion. By the time of the final S-Type generation of six-cylinder cars was introduced in 1955, the Continental had lost a little of its individuality but none of its exclusivity. This trend would continue with the arrival of the V8-engined S2 in 1959. The S2 had a similar exterior appearance to the car it replaced, but underneath it was considerably enhanced, thanks in-part to the n32 6,230cc V8 engine. Power-assisted steering was now standard and there was no longer the option of a manual gearbox. A four-speed automatic gearbox was the sole offering from Rolls-Royce.

A total of 312 S3 Continentals were produced with 80 of those being left-hand drive cars.

This particular example is an alloy bodied factory air-conditioned example. It has been given a complete mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment by Vantage Motorworks.

Source - Blackhawk Collection