Bentley Mulsanne S

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A real stately home on wheels, the Mulsanne first appeared in 1980 and was a Bentley version of the new Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit, being virtually identical apart from a different radiator treatment and a more sporting interior.

In 1982 a Turbo version joined the range with 50% more power, sports suspension, sports seats, a revised centre console and alloy wheels. This was followed in 1987 by the Mulsanne S, which shared all the sporting features of the Turbo model and, from 1989, gained quad round headlamps instead of twin rectangular ones but retained a normally aspirated version of the familiar 6,750cc V8 engine, now fitted with Bosch Jetronic fuel injection.

With height adjustable suspension and massive brake discs all round, it was plenty quick enough for most owners, gliding to 60mph in 10 seconds with a top speed of 129mph. Just 909 Mulsanne S models were produced (plus another 61 in stretched LWB form) before it was replaced by the very similar Brooklands in 1992.

This April 1990 example was purchased through Brightwells in early 2014 from a Bentley Driver’s Club member who had owned it for seven years. He had acquired it in 2007 from another Bentley enthusiast who had owned it for the previous10 years.

Looking suitably regal in dark blue metallic with a cream hide interior piped in blue, it has covered under 62,000 miles with nine service stamps to date. The car has been well maintained, having been fitted with a new steering rack, new manifolds and overhauled gear selectors just prior to the vendor's purchase. A new Alpine radio/CD with Bluetooth facility has also been installed.

Said to be in very good condition throughout and to have always proved most reliable, its MOT expires in April 2016 and it is ready for the fortunate new owner to enjoy right away.

Bidders are advised that the number plate shown in the images is not included in the sale.