2022 |
London Auction 20221953 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback
Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner
SOLD £641,250
Estimate
£625,000 - £725,000
Chassis
BC20A
Engine
BCA19
Car Highlights
Bentley’s 1953 Geneva International Motor Show Car
Early Production, Original Right-Hand-Drive Example
Equipped with Lightweight Seats, Rear Spats, and Manual Gearbox
Presented in Factory Colors, Retaining Original Engine per Copies of Factory Records
Recent Mechanical Servicing by Marque Specialists
Technical Specs
4,566 CC F-Head Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Twin SU H6 Carburetors
153 BHP at 4,500 RPM
4-Speed Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Servo-Assisted Drum Brakes
Front Independent Suspension with Coil Springs
Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
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