THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1949
- Body style
- Coupé
- Chassis
- B466DA
- Engine
- Inline-6
- Type
- One-off
- Production
- 1
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original price
- Not documented
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The Bentley MK VI Coupé Pininfarina is a luxurious and rare example of post-war automotive design and craftsmanship. Following the debut of the cabriolet version at the 1949 Geneva Motor Show, Pininfarina crafted a special Coupé version for an affluent customer based in Geneva. The car is elegantly finished in Mason Black, contrasting beautifully with its striking green interior, embodying both sophistication and exclusivity. This particular Bentley MK VI wears an older restoration, which has stood the test of time, still presenting itself impressively. The exterior retains its refined elegance, while the interior showcases the meticulous attention to detail typical of Bentley’s bespoke craftsmanship. Fitted with whitewall tires, the car exudes a sense of timeless style that harks back to the golden age of motoring luxury. Under the hood, the engine compartment is clean and well-detailed, reflecting the care and expertise that has gone into maintaining this exquisite vehicle. The car’s Pininfarina bodywork proudly bears the traditional coachbuilder badges, underscoring the Italian design house’s renowned craftsmanship. At the front, the iconic Bentley ‘Flying B’ radiator cap further enhances the car’s classic British heritage. Combining the prestige of Bentley with the design prowess of Pininfarina, the MK VI Coupé stands as a unique and collectible vehicle. Its blend of British engineering and Italian artistry, along with the luxurious touches seen in both its restoration and original design, make it a standout among classic cars. Whether admired for its performance, history, or aesthetics, the Bentley MK VI Coupé Pininfarina remains a symbol of elegance and a testament to the enduring allure of custom coachbuilt automobiles.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production
- 1
- Production type
- One-off
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- Inline-6
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Pininfarina
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Bentley
- Designer · Documented
- Fedele Bianco
04 / INDIVIDUAL HISTORY
Chassis & provenance
Chassis B466DA
- Chassis number
- B466DA
- Engine number
- B233D
- Year
- 1949
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
Geneva B466DA · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 1949
- Chassis
- B466DA
Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 10 photographs
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08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.











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