Restoration Case Study

1958 Bentley S1 Continental Drophead Coupe by Park Ward

Summary

Frank Dale - Established 1946

Frank Dale Comment

A project we are currently working on. This particular car is from of a world class collection of cars we have had the pleasure of working on over the last few years. All different, and from different era’s of the two marques. This late production example was in completely original condition when it arrived at our facility, with everything from 1958 still present and correct. There was an initial discussion around the possibility of a preservation style restoration, however the owner decided the car was perhaps just a little too far gone in some areas, so the owners instructed us to restore the car back to its former glory, recreating the original livery the car was finished in when new in 1958. This project should come to fruition in early 2025 so we will continue to post it’s progress through to completion.