1960 BENTLEY SALOON

30th Anniversary Sale at The Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire 30000 - 35000 Registration No: 879 UXF Chassis No: B423CT MOT: Exempt � Displaying a credible c.60,000 miles � Offered with a substantial history file � Previously in the ownership of both a dignitary and then a former Battle of Britain pilot By 1955, Rolls-Royce felt increasingly less need to visually differentiate between its own models and its Bentley-badged ones. The Bentley S1 that replaced the R-Type model was therefore basically a Silver Cloud I behind the distinctive 'Flying B' radiator grille. Greatly improved performance arrived with the S2 model of 1959, when the straight-six engine was pensioned off in favour of a new 6.2-litre aluminium V8 unit. This raised the top speed to some 114mph and greatly enhanced acceleration. Power steering became standard and electrically operated windows an option. Originally purchased by a 'Lady' dignitary in 1960 and subsequently by a Battle of Britain pilot who sold the S2 to the owner of the residential home, where he spent his later years. The vendor then purchased 'Daphne' to celebrate a landmark birthday and in tribute to his father's identically specified S2, evoking fond memories of his journeys in the original �Daphne� years earlier. Cherished by its few owners this remarkable S2 displays an incredibly low mileage and �wanted for nothing� (currently c.60,500 when newly MOT'd prior to sale.) which we feel is credible, supported by a substantial history file, numerous MOTs, bills etc Daphne is a proud and truly outstanding example of this desirable marque. The Rolls Royce Silver Cloud, rarer and arguably more sought-after, Bentley S Series cars were recently voted the Ultimate Luxury Cars by the panel of The World�s Greatest Car series, with 'Daphne' a prime example of why that remarkable award is totally justified. Presented in the classic colourway of Sand over Sable coachwork with tan hide interior, to maximise appeal to the purist who will no doubt be tempted by this attractive example of the marque. The vendor plans to attend the auction and hopes to watch �Daphne� find a new home and provide any additional background information required by interested parties.