Bentley Mark VI

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Bentley Mark VI
Bentley Mark VI Drophead
Manufacturer: Bentley
Production: 19461952
5202 produced
Successor: Bentley R Type
Engine: 4.3 L I6
4.6 L I6
Transmission: 4-speed manual
Wheelbase: 3048 mm (120 in)
Related: Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn

The Mark VI was the first post-war luxury car from Bentley. Produced from 1946 through 1952, it was also the first car from Rolls-Royce with factory coachwork.

The Mark VI used an F-head straight-6 engine 4.3 L (4257 cc/259 in³) in size. In 1951, a 4.6 L (4566 cc/278 in³) version of the engine was introduced.

Production:

  • 4¼ L: 4000 (832 with coachbuilt bodies)
  • 4½ L: 1202 (180 with coachbuilt bodies)