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The Bentley 6.5-liter was one of the world's finest and most respected automobile of the 1920s, which many consider to be the original sports car. It was first offered to the public in 1921, and it quickly earned the company a reputation for outstanding quality, elegance, rapid acceleration and speed. It was such a dominant force on the racetrack that other auto manufacturers were hesitant to compete against it. During the first eight runnings of the famed le Mans 24-Hour race, Bentleys had won five times, four of which were consecutive - a record that stood until the 1960s. During the 1929 Le Mans race, Bentley Speed Sixes crossed the finish line in 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place. In 1931, Rolls-Royce Ltd. became the owner of Bentley Motors, after the company declared bankruptcy.
This Bentley was originally a standard 6½-liter that was later returned to Bentley Motors soon after it was purchased, and upgraded to Speed Six specifications. It is now fitted with the more powerful Speed Six engine and correct C-Type gearbox.
In 1965, Reg Parker discovered this car just a short distance away from his home. Parker had many significant cars in his London-based collection, including Rolls-Royces, Alfa Romeos, Aston Martins, and Bentleys. He had assembled one of the most complete collection of Bentley cars ever assembled.
While in the care of Mr. Parker, this car was treated to a complete restoration. Since then, the car has won several significant class awards at concours events, and been featured in several books and publications.
In 1983, the present owner purchased this car from Parker. Since then it has been fastidiously maintained and used sparingly. The car still retains its original Sedanca Coupe body by Motor Bodies of Newcastle. This car is just one of only 13 6.5-Litres still wearing their original bodywork and the sole example to feature Motor Bodies craftsmanship.
The car has twin side-mount spares, a unique folding roof, and is finished in a black-and-green paint scheme.
In 2008, this Bugatti 6.5-Liter Sedanca Coupe was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction held in Pebble Beach, CA. The car was estimated to sell for $700,000 - $950,000 and offered without reserve. As the gavel fell for the third and final time, the car had been sold for $561,000, including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2011
This Bentley was originally a standard 6½-liter that was later returned to Bentley Motors soon after it was purchased, and upgraded to Speed Six specifications. It is now fitted with the more powerful Speed Six engine and correct C-Type gearbox.
In 1965, Reg Parker discovered this car just a short distance away from his home. Parker had many significant cars in his London-based collection, including Rolls-Royces, Alfa Romeos, Aston Martins, and Bentleys. He had assembled one of the most complete collection of Bentley cars ever assembled.
While in the care of Mr. Parker, this car was treated to a complete restoration. Since then, the car has won several significant class awards at concours events, and been featured in several books and publications.
In 1983, the present owner purchased this car from Parker. Since then it has been fastidiously maintained and used sparingly. The car still retains its original Sedanca Coupe body by Motor Bodies of Newcastle. This car is just one of only 13 6.5-Litres still wearing their original bodywork and the sole example to feature Motor Bodies craftsmanship.
The car has twin side-mount spares, a unique folding roof, and is finished in a black-and-green paint scheme.
In 2008, this Bugatti 6.5-Liter Sedanca Coupe was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction held in Pebble Beach, CA. The car was estimated to sell for $700,000 - $950,000 and offered without reserve. As the gavel fell for the third and final time, the car had been sold for $561,000, including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2011
2011 Gooding and Company - The Amelia Island Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $750,000-USD $950,000
Lot was not sold
2008 Gooding & Company
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $700,000-USD $950,000
Sale Price :
USD $561,000
1929 Bentley 6½-Liter Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Bentley 6½-Liter
(Data based on Model Year 1929 sales)
1929 Bentley 6½-Litre Sedanca de Ville by H.J. Mulliner Chassis#: KR2687 Sold for USD$480,256 2016 RM Sotheby's : London Sale | |
1929 Bentley Speed Six Grafton Coupe Chassis#: FR2630 Sold for USD$2,860,000 2013 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach | |
1929 Bentley 6½-Litre Speed Six tourer Chassis#: BA2580 Sold for USD$1,107,944 2013 Bonhams - Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais | |
1929 Bentley 6½/8-Litre Tourer Chassis#: FA2510 Sold for USD$739,144 2012 Bonhams - Paris, La Halle Freyssinet Motocars | |
1929 Bentley Speed Six 'Le Mans' Style Tourer Chassis#: FA 2518 Sold for USD$760,458 2011 RM Auctions - Salon Privé | |
1929 Bentley 6½-Liter Chassis#: WT2271 Sold for USD$561,000 2008 Gooding & Company | |
1929 Bentley Speed Six Dual Cowl Tourer Sold for USD$1,815,000 2006 Monterey Sports & Classic Car Auction | |
1929 Bentley Speed Six Boat-Tail Two-Seater Chassis#: KF2400 Sold for USD$552,924 2004 Bonhams - The Goodwood Revival | |
1929 Bentley Speed Six 6 1/2-litre Le Mans-style Tourer Chassis#: KR 2677 Sold for USD$390,205 2003 Bonhams - The Edwin C. Jameson Jr. Collection |
Bentley 6½-Liters That Failed To Sell At Auction
1929 Bentley 6½-Liter's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1929 Bentley 6½-Litre Sedanca de Ville by H.J. Mulliner | KR2687 | 2024 RM Sothebys : Cliveden House | $400,000 | $500,000 | |
1929 Bentley Speed Six Le Mans Replica Tourer | FR 2641 | 2024 Bonhams : Amelia Island Auction | $900,000 | $1,200,000 | |
1929 Bentley Speed Six Le Mans Tourer in the style of Vanden Plas | BA2587 | 2023 RM Sothebys : London | |||
1929 BENTLEY SPEED SIX SPORTS SALOON | FR2644 | 2022 Gooding & Company : London Auction | $700,000 | $900,000 | |
1929 Bentley Speed Six Le Mans Replica Tourer | SB2751 | 2018 Bonhams : Goodwood | $800,000 | $1,000,000 | |
1929 Bentley 6½-Litre Sedanca de Ville by H.J. Mulliner | KR 2687 | 2013 RM Auctions VILLA ERBA | $540,000 | ||
1928 Bentley 6 1/2 Litre Coupe | WT2271 | 2011 Gooding and Company The Amelia Island Auction | $750,000 | $950,000 |
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