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Bentley: A Timeless Tribute to the 1963 S3 Saloon

The Bentley Heritage Collection recently welcomed a distinguished new member: the 1963 S3 standard steel saloon. This model represents a pivotal moment in Crewe’s design history, where the stately lines of the early fifties gave way to a more modern, aggressive silhouette. The most striking change remains the switch to the iconic four-headlight layout, a bold move that redefined the Bentley "face" for a new decade. 

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Under the hood, the S3 carries the legendary 6.2-litre V8 engine. Engineering Director Harry Grylls famously tasked his team to achieve a 50% power increase over previous models, and they delivered a masterpiece that stayed in production for over sixty years. This specific car, finished in a deep Garnet with tan leather upholstery, serves as a bridge to the past. It isn't just a museum piece; it's a running testament to an era when Bentley began pushing the boundaries of performance and passenger comfort simultaneously. 

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