It is powered by a 4.9-litre naturally aspirated straight-six, driving the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. First registered in February 1956, this example has been with its current and fifth owner since May 2025. This S1 has reportedly undergone a restoration in 1991. The seller believes that the car has been cared for by enthusiasts during its life, as evidenced by the VSCC, Royal Automobile Club, and Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts’ Club badges which adorn its front grille. The car is reported to run and drive, but has been in storage and will require light recommissioning before being put back on the road. The odometer indicates 83,106 miles, though this is not warranted. Hooper was a British coachbuilder founded in 1805, and held a Royal warrant from 1830. The company was originally renowned for its high-quality horse-drawn carriages, though it went on to become well-known for supplying its distinctive coachbuilt bodies for various vehicles, most notably separate-chassis Rolls-Royce and Bentley cars.

Equipment and features: Hooper was a British coachbuilder founded in 1805, and held a Royal warrant from 1830. The company was originally renowned for its high-quality horse-drawn carriages, though it went on to become well-known for supplying its distinctive coachbuilt bodies for various vehicles, most notably separate-chassis Rolls-Royce and Bentley cars. · This S1 Saloon by Hooper is finished in a tasteful two-tone black and cream colour scheme, over a cream leather-trimmed interior, featuring real-wood veneer trim and beige carpets. · It rides on a set of 15-inch steel wheels with black and chrome hubcaps, fitted with Avon tyres. · Equipment includes twin front spotlights, a three-spoke steering wheel, push-out front and rear quarter light windows, rear picnic tables, inset Smiths gauges, a heater, a push-button HMV radio, and reverse-hinged rear doors. · This example has been fitted with electric front windows. · It is accompanied by the original owner’s handbook and a file of historical paperwork.

Condition: Specific notes from the seller include: the car received paintwork and some retrim work as part of a restoration in 1991. · The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 20 March 2012 at an indicated 82,814 miles, which resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories.