This is an elegant example of the handsome Bentley S1 Saloon, which has been cherished by a single family from new, and has recently benefitted from a major reconditioning service with over $10,000 spent at TK Motors Moss Vale, and John Vawser Motors Seven Hills. Under the bonnet is a 4.9-litre straight-six, coupled to a four-speed automatic transmission. The odometer shows 16,813 miles. The seller states that this is correct, though it is not warranted. The seller notes that their family purchased the car from York Motors in Sydney in 1956, and they state that it is only offered for sale due to a lack of storage space. This four-door, five-seat example of the Bentley S1 is finished in a two-tone grey colour scheme, with gold coachlines, chrome bumpers and body trims, and the ‘winged B’ grille ornament, over a grey leather-trimmed interior featuring burr walnut trim, Smiths dials, and a black three-spoke steering wheel. It rides on 15-inch wheels with matching pinstripe hubcaps, shod with Kapsen TouringMax+ A/S tyres. Equipment includes heating and ventilation controls, rear walnut-trimmed trays, an AM/FM stereo, air conditioning, and modern front seatbelts. Accompanying the vehicle will be the original handbook, a spare wheel, and a collection of invoices from the recent recommissioning. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. The paintwork has benefitted from an older refurbishment. Specific notes from the seller include: Blistering all throughout the paintwork due to older paint restoration and paint used at that time, which is common. Minor flaking around the fuel filler cap. Age-related wear on the front seats due to many grandchildren just sitting in it over the years. Age-related wear on the armrests. Age-related wear around the ignition barrel from the keys rubbing. Carpet in the front in fair to poor condition. Carpet in the rear in fair to good condition. Carpet in the trunk torn in places. Rear seats are in good condition. Missing tools that would be stored in the rear trunk. Car is absolutely solid and a testament to the one family ownership, no structural rust what so ever. Tiny amount of surface rust in the rear trunk. Engine bay is original and in very good condition, some paint flake. The seller notes that over the last three months, the car has benefitted from a major recommissioning service, which has reportedly cost around $10,000 at TK Motors Moss Vale, and John Vawser Motors Seven Hills. This Bentley S1 four-door is an elegant 1950s saloon which has been cherished by a single family from new, and has benefitted from a major reconditioning service within the last three months. Fully registered in NSW until 27th September 2024, this S1 is ready to be enjoyed immediately, whether as a luxurious long-distance tourer, a head-turning daily driver, or an attractive car show companion. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.