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1956 Bentley S1 Continental Drophead Coupé by Park Ward

1956 Bentley S1 Continental Drophead Coupé by Park Ward

Offered from 47 years of loving, enthusiast family ownership. Superbly restored by noted firm P&A Wood. Class award-winner at the 2023 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance; winner of its class at the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts Club Annual Rally in 2024. One of 58 right-hand-drive Drophead Coupés to style number 700, with fully custom aluminium coachwork. Originally delivered to noted motoring enthusiast Alfred James McAlpine. Among the most superb survivors of a highly regarded design on an exceptional chassis.

Estimate:£700,000

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1956 Bentley S1 Continental Drophead Coupé by Park Ward