1935 BENTLEY 3.5 L DHC Park Ward - Lot 47

Lot n° 47
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1935 BENTLEY 3.5 L DHC Park Ward - Lot 47
1935 BENTLEY 3.5 L DHC Park Ward - French collector's registration - Serial number: B134DG - Engine number: C6BB - 3.5 L, 6-cylinder engine - DHC bodywork Launched in 1933, the first of what would become known as "Derby Bentleys" continued the brand's sporting heritage, while expressing it with even greater refinement. Based on a chassis originally developed for the Rolls-Royce Peregrine, a more compact model project, the 3½-liter benefits from a slightly shorter wheelbase than that of the contemporary Rolls-Royce 20/25 hp. It is powered by an optimized version of the Rolls-Royce overhead-valve six-cylinder, equipped with two SU carburetors, developing around 115 hp. A partially synchronized four-speed manual gearbox and power-assisted brakes add to this already remarkable base, delivering sports-car performance in near-absolute silence. Quickly dubbed "The Silent Sports Car", the 3½-liter establishes itself as a tireless grand tourer, combining Rolls-Royce refinement with Bentley performance and road manners. W. O. Bentley himself acknowledged that the 3½-liter was the finest automobile ever to bear his name. The example we present, chassis B134DG, is no exception: it was bodied by Park Ward, one of Britain's most prestigious and coveted coachbuilders, commissioned to produce a Drophead Coupé (DHC) body. It was delivered new in England in 1935 to Miss Eileen Emily Margaret Unwin, who kept this Bentley until 1947. Part of its history is then traced in the USA, where it had several owners from the early 1960s, before returning to England in the late 1990s. This Bentley was then imported to France by its current owner in 2019. An appraisal report detailing the history and career of this example, produced in 2024, is available on request. This 3½-liter sports an elegant color combination: navy blue bodywork paired with a red leather interior. This configuration underlines the purity of the coupé's lines, while providing a warm, sporty ambience inside. Prior to its acquisition by the current owner, this 3½-liter benefited from a major restoration in 2015 at a cost of £25,900, as well as bodywork in 2024 at a cost of €5,700. An extensive file of invoices is available, including an extensive history as well as a significant number of receipts issued by the current owner. Today, this Bentley is in beautiful overall condition: the paintwork has retained a good depth, the chromes are shiny and the red upholstery has a light, even patina. The description of the vehicle is based on information provided by the seller, who remains solely responsible for the condition of the property. Maison Osenat verifies their consistency. 1935 BENTLEY 3.5 L DHC Park Ward - French collector's registration certificate - Serial number: B134DG - Engine number: C6BB - 3.5 L 6-cylinder engine - DHC body Launched in 1933, the first of what would become known as the "Derby Bentleys" continued the brand's sporting heritage, while expressing it with even greater refinement. Based on a chassis originally developed for the Rolls-Royce Peregrine, a more compact model project, the 3½-liter had a slightly shorter wheelbase than the contemporary Rolls-Royce 20/25 hp. It was powered by an optimized version of the Rolls-Royce overhead valve six-cylinder engine, equipped with two SU carburetors, developing around 115 hp. Added to this already remarkable base were a partially synchronized four-speed manual transmission and power brakes, offering sports car performance in almost complete silence. Quickly nicknamed "The Silent Sports Car," the 3½-liter established itself as a tireless grand tourer, combining Rolls-Royce refinement with Bentley performance and handling. W. O. Bentley himself acknowledged that the 3½-liter was the best car ever to bear his name. The example we are presenting, chassis B134DG, is no exception: it was bodied by Park Ward, one of the most prestigious and sought-after British coachbuilders, who were commissioned to create a Drophead Coupé (DHC) body. It was delivered new in England in 1935 to Miss Eileen Emily Margaret Unwin, who kept this Bentley until 1947. Part of its history can then be traced to the United States, where it had several owners from the early 1960s onwards, before returning to England in the late 1990s. This Bentley was then imported into France by its current owner in 2019. It should be noted that an expert report detailing the history and journey of this model, produced in 2024, is av
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