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- 1989 Bentley Turbo R
1989 Bentley Turbo R
Lot Number: 788
1989 Bentley Turbo R
Previously owned by the Mayor of London, this Turbo R has been in a long term family Collection and is now offered without reserve.
- Sold for: £5,063
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 28th September, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG
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BODY COLOUR
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REG NUMBER
B15 DUD -
ODOMETER READING
76414 Miles
SUMMARY
Previously owned by the Mayor of London, this Turbo R has been in a long term family Collection and is now offered without reserve.
DESCRIPTION
- Introduced in 1985, the Turbo R continued the modern 'Blower Bentley' theme that had commenced with the Mulsanne Turbo, but with the added refinement of suspension better suited to the car's increased performance
- This splendid example is finished in Peacock Blue with Magnolia hide piped in navy blue, royal blue carpets, navy blue top roll and Burr Walnut veneers
- Powered by a 6,750cc turbocharged V8 with Bosch MK-Motronic fuel-injection generating 320bhp at 4,500rpm
- Previously owned by Sir Anthony Jolliffe GBE DL, Lord Mayor of London, the vehicle has been family owned in a private Collection since 2006
- Aston Martin London serviced the car six times from 1991 until 1995 then Rolls Royce specialists, the Banwell Car Centre, seven times until 2001
- Supplied with original handbooks, previous MOTs, invoices totalling £1,000s, a spares catalogue, original Sales Brochure and a signed copy of The Best of Britain (presented by Sir Anthony Joliffe GBE)
- Dry stored, maintained and occasionally started and run in the 18 months since our vendor's husband's passing however, some recommissioning may be required before regular use
- 'The Bentley Turbo R stands as a testament to the fusion of opulence and power — a car that redefined the luxury saloon'
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 788
- Make
- BENTLEY
- Model
- TURBO R
- Registration Number
- B15 DUD
- MOT Expiry
- 15/11/2024
- Chassis Number
- SCB2P04A4KLH27705
- Engine Number
- 68479L4101T/L
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Peacock Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Stacey Williams
- Car Specialist
- 07472 250306
- stacey@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Stacey.
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SCORE:
88 / 135
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About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 30th September between 9am and 2pm.
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