Often described as a sports saloon, with a sturdy 6-cylinder motor, the MkVI performed well and was well suited to the owner driver.

In 1951 Bentley introduced a bigger 4.6-litre engine, as this example has. With twin carburettors, it offers good performance for the era.

This very smart example was delivered new in Melbourne. The first owner kept the Bentley for 18 years. The car moved to Sydney for several years. In 1987 a Western Australian enthusiast bought the car, and after much work was done by a Sydney marque specialist, it was shipped to WA where it’s remained ever since.

Fortunately detailed records are with the car showing work done and parts bought throughout the car’s 75-year history.

In 1988 the car was re-trimmed in burgundy leather by renowned Crawfords of East Perth.

The most recent owner purchased the car in 1997. A keen enthusiast – and for a period of his ownership, President of the Rolls-Royce Owners Club, the owner decided to treat the car to a comprehensive upgrade. This work took five years.

The improvements included the car being stripped and repainted in a very attractive burgundy colour.

And the result was a class win and Best Restoration in the Rolls-Royce Owners Club Concours in 2013.

The Bentley has seen reduced use in the years following. Today, it still presents beautifully. The regal colour is vastly more attractive than the black which many were painted or wedding car white… The car boasts dual driving lights and the large steel sunroof.

Inside, the age of the upholstery is evident, however there’s no damage or undue wear. The woodwork presents very well as does the other hardware. The rear compartment has folding tables, mirrors in the C-pillars and all the comfort a Bentley possesses.

Most recently the car’s fuel system has had attention and the car given a once-over by a respected specialist. It runs smoothly, just as a Bentley should.

This is certainly one of the better examples of this model in Australia and would make an excellent club or weekends car for any collector.

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