Bentley - S1 LHD - NO RESERVE - 1956
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Selected by Franco Vigorito
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Estimate € 36,000 - € 40,000
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1956 Bentley S1 LHD with automatic transmission and petrol engine, 4897 cm³, 192 HP, Grigio exterior and original colours, matching numbers and colours, French registration, 55,349 km, CoC certificate available, left-hand drive delivered new in France, overall good condition with minor wear and expected signs of use.
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Description from the seller
In Highlight
- Equipped with a Conformity Guarantee appraisal by Federperiti.
- Left-hand-drive version (LHD) delivered new in France
- Keeps the original French birth license plate
- Original colors and engine
- Completes birth documents
History / Overview
The S1 is a luxury automobile built by Bentley from 1955 to 1959. The engine was an inline six-cylinder with a displacement of 4,887 cm³. This Bentley is one of the very rare left-hand-drive units delivered new in France: ordered by Mr. Felix Goudard of Paris in April 1956, it is today completely original in every aspect as confirmed by all the attached documentation: two-tone exterior, engine number, and factory-original exterior and interior colors.
Exterior
The original factory paint color, a rare two-tone gray Bentley scheme, has been professionally restored recently and appears in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear. The chrome trim is complete and original, with normal signs of use and aging. The front headlights are factory-original as described in the build sheet. A polishing and detailing treatment has just been completed. A paint thickness test did not reveal any signs of accidents or significant repairs.
The underbody is generally solid and well preserved; there are no signs of accidents and it is in good usable condition.
Internal
The interiors are largely original in genuine leather, well preserved, including the dashboard with the original odometer instrument and all the details. They are in good condition and usable, with the complete dash and the typical series steering wheel well preserved. The genuine trims and finishes are original and in nice condition as one would expect from a high-end car of the period. The central carpeting, front and rear, is in excellent condition, recently restored. The door panels are well preserved and original, as is the headliner.
MECHANICS
The original engine, as certified by Bentley, starts easily with a nice, round, quiet sound. A new battery has just been installed, and a newly installed original restored starter motor has also been fitted. The car has been driven on private property and the transmission and clutch are functioning, however it has not been used recently because it has remained in a private collection and the technical inspection expired many years ago; ordinary service maintenance is recommended for road use.
A beautiful first-series Bentley in a very rare color, delivered new in France, complete with everything and completely original.
Transport
The seller can handle home delivery in Italy and Europe. Contact us for a quote.
BUY NOW: You can now secure the lot without waiting! Have doubts? Contact the seller for assistance.
Documentation
Federperiti Conformity Guarantee Appraisal
Original French booklet, vehicle registration document
Documentation for the primary account holder
Bentley birth records
Services - All vehicles are owned by us, and we do not engage in consignment sales. We provide
Consulting and support for Italian or international registration, including through our trusted agencies.
------------------
GUARANTEE - We exclusively sell vehicles guaranteed for 100% conformity and
Certificates: each vehicle is sold with a Certificate of Conformity issued by Federperiti.
an Italian independent authority recognized at an international level. Each vehicle is
Inspected in person to ensure the buyer's confidence in the photos, description, and...
General condition of the car.
Some videos of the car, the engine, and driving may be available; ask someone.
Catawiki.
The seller handles the transfer of ownership remotely or the documents for
Export. Shipping assistance in Italy, Europe, and around the world at competitive prices.
Beneficial. You can also conveniently pick up the car in person.
You are welcome to visit our showroom to meet us and see the vehicle before the end.
from the auction, even with your mechanic or through a WhatsApp video call.
Write to Catawiki for an appointment.
Join our no-reserve classic car auctions on Catawiki.
Seller's Story
Since 2000, we have specialized in Collector Cars. For six consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025), we have been awarded the 'Catawiki Certificate of Excellence' as the best seller, becoming the top seller in the category: each car is independently inspected in person by certified Federperiti experts for maximum transparency and accuracy in our Reserve Auctions. Customer support via email, WhatsApp, and phone is always available during and after the auction to ensure assistance with documents, ownership transfers, export, and delivery. For more information, visit Netclassic.it.
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Translated by Google TranslateIn Highlight
- Equipped with a Conformity Guarantee appraisal by Federperiti.
- Left-hand-drive version (LHD) delivered new in France
- Keeps the original French birth license plate
- Original colors and engine
- Completes birth documents
History / Overview
The S1 is a luxury automobile built by Bentley from 1955 to 1959. The engine was an inline six-cylinder with a displacement of 4,887 cm³. This Bentley is one of the very rare left-hand-drive units delivered new in France: ordered by Mr. Felix Goudard of Paris in April 1956, it is today completely original in every aspect as confirmed by all the attached documentation: two-tone exterior, engine number, and factory-original exterior and interior colors.
Exterior
The original factory paint color, a rare two-tone gray Bentley scheme, has been professionally restored recently and appears in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear. The chrome trim is complete and original, with normal signs of use and aging. The front headlights are factory-original as described in the build sheet. A polishing and detailing treatment has just been completed. A paint thickness test did not reveal any signs of accidents or significant repairs.
The underbody is generally solid and well preserved; there are no signs of accidents and it is in good usable condition.
Internal
The interiors are largely original in genuine leather, well preserved, including the dashboard with the original odometer instrument and all the details. They are in good condition and usable, with the complete dash and the typical series steering wheel well preserved. The genuine trims and finishes are original and in nice condition as one would expect from a high-end car of the period. The central carpeting, front and rear, is in excellent condition, recently restored. The door panels are well preserved and original, as is the headliner.
MECHANICS
The original engine, as certified by Bentley, starts easily with a nice, round, quiet sound. A new battery has just been installed, and a newly installed original restored starter motor has also been fitted. The car has been driven on private property and the transmission and clutch are functioning, however it has not been used recently because it has remained in a private collection and the technical inspection expired many years ago; ordinary service maintenance is recommended for road use.
A beautiful first-series Bentley in a very rare color, delivered new in France, complete with everything and completely original.
Transport
The seller can handle home delivery in Italy and Europe. Contact us for a quote.
BUY NOW: You can now secure the lot without waiting! Have doubts? Contact the seller for assistance.
Documentation
Federperiti Conformity Guarantee Appraisal
Original French booklet, vehicle registration document
Documentation for the primary account holder
Bentley birth records
Services - All vehicles are owned by us, and we do not engage in consignment sales. We provide
Consulting and support for Italian or international registration, including through our trusted agencies.
------------------
GUARANTEE - We exclusively sell vehicles guaranteed for 100% conformity and
Certificates: each vehicle is sold with a Certificate of Conformity issued by Federperiti.
an Italian independent authority recognized at an international level. Each vehicle is
Inspected in person to ensure the buyer's confidence in the photos, description, and...
General condition of the car.
Some videos of the car, the engine, and driving may be available; ask someone.
Catawiki.
The seller handles the transfer of ownership remotely or the documents for
Export. Shipping assistance in Italy, Europe, and around the world at competitive prices.
Beneficial. You can also conveniently pick up the car in person.
You are welcome to visit our showroom to meet us and see the vehicle before the end.
from the auction, even with your mechanic or through a WhatsApp video call.
Write to Catawiki for an appointment.
Join our no-reserve classic car auctions on Catawiki.
Seller's Story
Since 2000, we have specialized in Collector Cars. For six consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025), we have been awarded the 'Catawiki Certificate of Excellence' as the best seller, becoming the top seller in the category: each car is independently inspected in person by certified Federperiti experts for maximum transparency and accuracy in our Reserve Auctions. Customer support via email, WhatsApp, and phone is always available during and after the auction to ensure assistance with documents, ownership transfers, export, and delivery. For more information, visit Netclassic.it.
Subscribe to stay updated with our mailing list.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Brand
Bentley
Model Type
S1 LHD - NO RESERVE
Year
1956
Located in
Italy
Mileage reading
55349 km
Registration papers
with French registration
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Grey
Horse Power
192
Cubic capacity
4897
Matching numbers
Yes
Matching colours
Yes
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
No
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
On request
Certificate available
Yes
Condition (Paint & body)
Very Good: minor chips or scratches, minor conventional body and paintwork
Condition (Interior)
Good: shows signs of normal wear and usage. May require repair or replacement of parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Good: frame/structure shows minor signs of surface rust, signs of usage/wear, may require some attention
Condition (Mechanical)
Good: mechanically sound. May require maintenance and repair
Condition (Overall)
Good condition: visible signs of wear and general ageing
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
