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1923 Bentley 3 Litre S 2-seater
Chassis No. 138
Engine No. 141
Registration No. XL 3308
August 26, 2026
The body on this car was built by Saunders, in Cowes, Isle of Wight. (later to become Saunders Roe better known for aircraft and boats). The body is said to be built on the consuta principal, a light weight construction of thin timber sewn together with copper wire.
Source: John Murch
Posted: Aug 26, 2026
July 31, 1922
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"I got these photographs from a friend. Publication unknown."
Source: Lars Hedborg
Posted: Jan 8, 2016
Earliest Record Of Historical Facts & Information
| Chassis No. | 138 |
|---|---|
| Engine No. | 141 |
| Registration No. | XL 3308 |
| Date of Delivery: | 31 Jul 1922 |
| Type of Body: | 2-seater |
| Coachbuilder: | DK 2267 |
| Type of Car: | S |
| First Owner: | CHILCOTT Sir H |
| More Info: | Michael Hay, in his book Bentley: The Vintage Years, 1997, states: "2 seater also described as "Racing body" in Service Records." |
Sep 15, 2006