Registration No: LGJ 90
Chassis No: B295FU
MOT: Exempt

• Supplied new to shipping magnate M. Georgandris who resided in Monte Carlo
• Current ownership since 2007
• Offered with sales brochure, original workshop manual and spares catalogue
• Large collection of invoices which include Fiennes

Introduced in 1946, the MKVI was Bentley's first post-war model. Built around a massive cruciform-braced chassis with independent front suspension and a leaf-sprung 'live' rear axle, it was fitted with a freshly developed 4257cc OISE (overhead inlet side exhaust valve) straight-six engine mated to a four-speed manual gearbox. Capable of over 100mph when clad in the factory's understated 'standard steel saloon' coachwork, the MKVI quickly developed a reputation for being a refined yet responsive drive. However, despite the excellence of the 'basic' car, there remained a core of marque enthusiasts who found its styling too anonymous.

Despatched to coachbuilder H.J Mulliner & Co in 1950, chassis B295FU was supplied new to the Monegasque residence of shipping magnate, M. Georgandris. Having had just two further French keepers ‘LGJ 90’ was offered for auction by Brooks of Europe in 1997 and the vendor tells us he became only the fifth keeper in 2007. Previously subject to a complete engine overhaul by marque specialist Ristes, other expenditure has comprised re-chroming by Derby plating, all the interior wood being re-polished and the fitment of overdrive. Subject to an oil filter conversion kit plus radiator repair in 2014, more recent work has seen the Bentley benefit from mechanical fettling including new front springs and rear wheel bearings. Offered with very rare sales brochure and Mulliner maintenance instruction book, workshop manual, spares catalogue, large collection of invoices (which include Fiennes Restoration ones), chassis card records and a collection of MOT certificates ‘LGJ 90’ also boasts a full set of chrome plated tools located in the dashboard tray, oil cans in the engine bay, original handbook under the dashboard, Bentley umbrella in the nearside compartment and working clock plus valve radio. The vendor informs us the approximate spend by the first UK owner was in excess of £29,000 and that he has invested a further £30,000 himself. As such, he currently grades its engine, transmission, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork and paintwork all as ‘very good’.

For more information, please contact:
James McWilliam
james.mcwilliam@handh.co.uk
07943 584760