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- 1996 Bentley Continental R
1996 Bentley Continental R
Lot Number: 943
1996 Bentley Continental R
A superb Continental R offered by its titled owner after almost 20 years of fastidious and diligent ownership. Offered without Reserve.
- GUIDE PRICE: £15,000 - £20,000
+ buyers premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) on the first £300,000 of the hammer and 10% plus VAT (12% incl VAT) thereafter
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 7th December, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Silver -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
C1 RRU -
ODOMETER READING
137000 Miles
SUMMARY
A superb Continental R offered by its titled owner after almost 20 years of fastidious and diligent ownership. Offered without Reserve.
DESCRIPTION
- Classically presented in gleaming Silver over a Sandstone interior complemented by a St James Red Top Roll and matching carpets
- One of just 544 right-hand drive examples built
- Fresh to market after almost 20 years fastidious ownership by its titled custodian
- Used as intended and fully maintained as required throughout its 137,000 recorded miles
- Extensive service history detailing maintenance expenditure of over £130,000 with c.£14,500 spent this year alone
- Accompanied by a comprehensive history file detailing continuous works carried out during its current ownership
- Pleasingly, the Cherished Registration number, C1 RRU, is included in the sale and will remain with the vehicle
- 'Value for money' has never been more appropriate than in this case, a true gentleman’s carriage offered without reserve with a very sensible estimate
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 943
- Make
- BENTLEY
- Model
- CONTINENTAL R
- Variant
- Coupe
- Registration Number
- C1 RRU
- MOT Expiry
- 16/04/2025
- Chassis Number
- SCBZB15C4TCH53078
- Engine Number
- 85688L410M/TIT
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Silver
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Charles Smalley
- Car Specialist
- 07421 007866
- charles@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
97 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Please note that this Bentley has covered some137,000 miles and as such there is some deterioration in places on the bodywork which may require some attention dependant on your intentions. We advise your early inspection prior to bidding.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Please note that this Bentley has covered some137,000 miles . We advise your early inspection prior to bidding.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Please note that this Bentley has covered some137,000 miles . We advise your early inspection prior to bidding.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Please note that this Bentley has covered some137,000 miles . We advise your early inspection prior to bidding.
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
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Remarks
Please note that this Bentley has covered some137,000 miles . We advise your early inspection prior to bidding.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Please note that this Bentley has covered some137,000 miles . We advise your early inspection prior to bidding.
Vehicle History
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
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 8th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 9th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 9th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £175 plus VAT for a standard size vehicle or £275 plus VAT for a large vehicle (transit van/campervan etc.). Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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