Bentley Eight (1987)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed:
• 130 photos
• Video including engine running and test drive
• Classic Analytics evaluation from March 2020 with a grade of 2 available

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1987
• First registration: Switzerland
• Engine: 6.8-liter V8 engine, 243 hp (179 kW)
• Transmission: Automatic
• Exterior color: Balmoral Green Metallic
• Interior: Beige leather upholstery
• MOT valid until 10/2027 and H-license plate
• Features:
• Air conditioning
• Power-adjustable seats
• Power windows
• Cruise control

Condition

Exterior

• The car is painted in the classic Bentley color “Balmoral Green Metallic”
• There are some areas of repainting
• The paint and body are in good condition with only minor age-related signs of wear
• The underbody is in good condition; there is no known rust
• The tires are approximately 2 years old and have very good tread

Interior

• Beige leather upholstery combined with wood-grain trim and a wood-trimmed steering wheel
• The interior is in very well-maintained condition with only slight signs of wear
• There are no known defects in the interior

Mechanics

• The Bentley is ready to drive immediately
• The engine and transmission run smoothly and flawlessly
• The power windows are a bit stiff, and the driver’s seat adjustment is not working
• Otherwise, there are no known technical defects
• The last service was performed in 2025

History

Ownership history

• 2011 to present: Current owner
• A total of 4 or 5 owners
• First registered in Switzerland

Service history

• The last service was performed in 2025
• Regular maintenance and services performed
• No service booklet available

Documents

• Classic Analytics Rating (03/2020, Grade 2)
• Vehicle registration certificate (Images 115, 116)
• Vehicle title (Image 117)

Summary

This 1987 Bentley Eight is in very well-maintained condition, featuring a classic color combination and a high-quality interior. Particularly noteworthy are the long-term ownership of approximately 15 years and the existing Classic Analytics rating with a grade of 2. Technically, the vehicle has been regularly serviced, most recently with an oil change in 2025. In short, a well-maintained classic is ready for auction here.