Bristol 401 Saloon continue with detail modifications. Among the changes are the introduction of chromium-plated metal strips with small overriders to replace the rubber bumper inserts, the deletion of the side scuttle vents and lower body-edge mouldings and the inclusion of new style headlamps and a polished wood fascia panel.
From 1951 close ratio box fitted to all models.
Bristol 401 (this may be 1950)