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Bentley Motors Limited, established black and silver, with distinctive chrome
in 1919, has been synonymous with The presented lot detailing on the grille, Bentley’s classic
British luxury and engineering prowess. captures timeless Flying B bonnet mascot, accents on the
Known for their success in the 24 Hours lights, air vents, and bumpers, lending it
of Le Mans during the 1920s, Bentley elegance with its an elegant, understated appeal.
launched the Mark VI in 1946—a model
marking significant milestones for the two-tone black and The cabin is richly done with custom
brand. It was Bentley’s first post-war silver finish and woodwork on the dashboard and window
luxury saloon and the first to feature all- frames, offering a refined contrast to the
steel coachwork, entirely assembled and embodies the brand’s light grey leather seats, which are piped
finished at the famed factory in Crewe. in black. The interior’s grey carpeting
legacy of refined complements the car’s two-tone exterior,
The presented 1946 Bentley Mark VI creating a seamless, harmonious look.
was originally sold by P.J. Evans Ltd, a sophistication
prestigious dealership in Birmingham The Bentley Mark VI features a carefully
renowned for its exceptional service and engineered suspension, with leaf
reputation for quality. The car’s exterior springs at the rear and independent coil
is finished in a sophisticated two-tone springs at the front. A unique control
