Bentley 3.5 Litre
The Silent Sports Car: a refined marriage of Bentley spirit and Rolls-Royce engineering.
- Power
- 110 bhp
- Top speed
- 90 mph
- Est. value
- $65k–$225k
About the Bentley 3.5 Litre
The 3.5 Litre was the first Bentley produced following the company's acquisition by Rolls-Royce, earning the nickname 'Derby Bentley' after its place of manufacture. It was marketed as 'The Silent Sports Car', successfully blending the sporting heritage of W.O. Bentley with the refinement and reliability of Rolls-Royce engineering. The car used a modified version of the Rolls-Royce 20/25 engine, featuring a higher compression ratio and twin SU carburettors to deliver a more spirited driving experience. Most examples were bodied by Park Ward, though the rolling chassis was supplied to various prestigious coachbuilders, ensuring each car remained a bespoke statement of luxury.
Bentley 3.5 Litre specs
The Bentley 3.5 Litre produces 110 bhp (82 kW). It has a top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h).
| Make | Bentley |
|---|---|
| Model | 3.5 Litre |
| Trim | Saloon |
| Years | 1933–1937 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 1,177 built |
| Engine | 3.7-litre inline-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,669 cc (3.7 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 110 bhp (82 kW) at 4,500 rpm |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 90 mph (145 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 73 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Bentley 3.5 Litre worth?
A typical Bentley 3.5 Litre is estimated to be worth $65,000 – $225,000 (about £48,000 – £168,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Bentley 3.5 Litre rarity in CarSpot
The Bentley 3.5 Litre is a Legendary card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 83 out of 100. Flagship models and limited runs, typically worth £250,000 or more. A Legendary card is worth 160 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Bentley 3.5 Litre fun facts
- The 3.5 Litre was so refined that W.O. Bentley himself famously remarked it was the only car he would buy of everything they made at the time.
- To avoid upsetting superstitious customers, Bentley did not use the chassis numbers 13 or 113 in any of the production series.
- A 3.5 Litre Drophead Coupe made a brief appearance as James Bond's personal car in the 1963 film 'From Russia with Love'.
