Lot 17

2024   |  

London Auction 2024

1954 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback

Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner

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Estimate

£650,000 - £750,000

Chassis

BC30C

Engine

BCC29

Car Highlights

One of 190 R-Type Continentals Fitted with Signature H.J. Mulliner Fastback Coachwork

Known Ownership History Since New; Received 4.9-Litre Factory-Engine Upgrade

Restoration by Graeme Hunt Ltd. in Original, Factory-Delivered Colors

Enhanced with Discreet Upgrades Including Air-Conditioning and Electric Window Lifts

Purpose-Built for High-Speed Continental Touring

Among the Most Beautiful Automotive Designs of All Time

Technical Specs

4,887 CC OHV Inline 6-Cylinder Engine

Twin SU H6 Carburetors

172 BHP

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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