Data sheet
- Year: 1947
- Manufacturer: Bentley
- Model: Mark IV Sport Saloon
- Color: Two-tone
- Interior color: Brown
- Interior material: Leather
- Engine displacement: 4.3
- Drive: Rear-wheel drive
- Propulsion: Gasoline
- Steering: LHD
- Transmission: Manual
- Odometer: 83 467 km
- VIN: B344***info
Basic information and history
Swedish-sold British luxury cruiser from the 40s, Bentley Mark IV Sport Saloon from 1947 in very good condition. According to documentation, this classic from England has had four owners over the years. There are receipts and old photographs from the complete renovation that was carried out in the 70s. After renovation almost 50 years ago, the car has driven just under 20,000 km and is today in, as previously mentioned, very good condition.
- Domestically sold British luxury cruiser from the 40s, Bentley Mark IV Sport Saloon from 1947 in very good condition
- Large amount of history back to the early 70s
- Renovated in the 70s
Equipped with a 4.3-liter straight six of approx. 130hp connected to a 4-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive.
Condition
The general condition of the bodywork is described as very good. As previously mentioned, the car was completely renovated in the 70s. Various pictures and receipts from renovation are of course included with the car. The body is free of dents and rust. The paint is in good condition, but the owner informs that there is a paint mark on the back of approx. 5 mm. The glass panes are in good condition without any damage. Chrome, moldings and lamp glass are in very good condition. The rims are in good condition for their age and new tires were fitted in 2023. Tread depth is 7mm all around.
The interior is described as being in very good condition. Seat surfaces are free from wear and damage. Door panels in good condition, however, the owner informs that there is a small damage to the paint on the wooden panel at the front of the driver's door, approx. 10-15mm and under the front left window. The inner roof is in good condition, but the fabric is a little frayed at the front of the sunroof. Steering wheel, buttons and controls in normal condition without remarks. All functions in the passenger compartment work as they should.
The engine was renovated in connection with the complete renovation in the 70s. Today, the condition is described as good and the car has driven approx. 20000km since the renovation. Gearbox and driveline are in good condition with no noise. Brakes are also in good condition and were of course renovated at the same time as the rest.
Service history
Oil and filter changed in 2022. Receipts for various repairs, service, etc. exists down to the early 70s. A number of inspection reports are included with the car and various documentation can be seen in the photo album. The car is inspected forever.
Summary
Well-maintained and well-preserved domestically sold luxury cruiser for the Anglophile who appreciates the luxury and style of the 40s!
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Finns det något oljeläckage motor drivlina.
Det blir inga pölar på golvet där den står
Finns det något på bilen som måste eller bör åtgärdas? Inga problem med solluckan och dräneringen från den?
Finns ingen på bilen som behover fixas.jag har alright haft problem med takluckan