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1990 Bentley Turbo R Saloon*

Lot Number: 553

1990 Bentley Turbo R Saloon*

Low mileage, turbocharged luxury and only 67,000 miles from new...

 

In production from 1985 to 1999, the Turbo R was hugely significant in Bentley's history

Redesigned suspension and bigger roll bars meant that the handling and road holding were now exemplary

Bosch MK-Motronic fuel injection released over 300bhp from the big V8 and acceleration was almost linear

This lovely example is finished in Graphite Grey, with Parchment hide and Lambswool rugs

The comprehensive history file details 14 stamps and recent attention from respected specialists Clark and Carter

This included a full service, new belts, discs and pads, a new air-con compressor and much more

A lovely, well presented and well-maintained example that has patently been cherished

 

  • Sold for: £15,540

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 7th December, 2019 at 11.00am GMT at

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Graphite Grey

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    H73JBJ

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    67196 Miles

SUMMARY

Low mileage, turbocharged luxury and only 67,000 miles from new...

 

In production from 1985 to 1999, the Turbo R was hugely significant in Bentley's history

Redesigned suspension and bigger roll bars meant that the handling and road holding were now exemplary

Bosch MK-Motronic fuel injection released over 300bhp from the big V8 and acceleration was almost linear

This lovely example is finished in Graphite Grey, with Parchment hide and Lambswool rugs

The comprehensive history file details 14 stamps and recent attention from respected specialists Clark and Carter

This included a full service, new belts, discs and pads, a new air-con compressor and much more

A lovely, well presented and well-maintained example that has patently been cherished

 

DESCRIPTION

Low mileage, turbocharged luxury with only 67,000 miles from new...

 

In production from 1985 to 1999, the Turbo R was hugely significant in Bentley's history

Redesigned suspension and bigger roll bars meant that the handling and road holding were now exemplary

Bosch MK-Motronic fuel injection released over 300bhp from the big V8 and acceleration was almost linear

This lovely example is finished in Graphite Grey, with Parchment hide and Lambswool rugs

The comprehensive history file details 14 stamps and recent attention from respected specialists Clark and Carter

This included a full service, new belts, discs and pads, a new air-con compressor and much more

A lovely, well presented and well maintained example that has patently been cherished

 

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
553
Make
BENTLEY
Model
TURBO R
Registration Number
H73JBJ
MOT Expiry
05/11/2020
Chassis Number
SCBZR04A2MCH34235
Engine Number
73663L4101/TEL
Transmission
automatic
Body Colour
Graphite Grey

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For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.

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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

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