High-specification example of the first “W.O. Bentley” model | Adventurous presence with short chassis | Original Vanden Plas body | Restored chassis, engine, running gear; outstanding patina | Well-documented in authoritative texts and by marque enthusiasts | Delivered new to Australia; restored in 1950s with published article | Offered from highly knowledgeable ownership; event-ready | Engine rebuilt 2017-2018 by Jim Stranberg | Significant as 1 of just 513 3-Litre Speed Models produced