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- The September Classic Car Sale 2022
- 1954 Bentley R-Type Standard Steel Saloon
1954 Bentley R-Type Standard Steel Saloon
Lot Number 817
1954 Bentley R-Type Standard Steel Saloon
Offered from a Deceased Estate and very sensibly guided, a superb opportunity to own one of these collectable post-war Bentleys.
- Sold for: £19,688
Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.
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BODY COLOUR
Tudor Grey/Georgian Silver -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
917 FXN -
ODOMETER READING
18193 Miles
SUMMARY
Offered from a Deceased Estate and very sensibly guided, a superb opportunity to own one of these collectable post-war Bentleys.
DESCRIPTION
- In period, the R-Type offered a particularly well balanced means of a dignified, yet not too ostentatious arrival
- Classically finished in Tudor Grey over Georgian Silver with a factory sun roof
- Sumptuous interior in Burgundy leather with woven carpets and walnut veneers
- Powerful 4,556cc six-cylinder coupled to a smooth 4-speed automatic gearbox offering 148bhp and 101mph
- The subject of an older restoration and continues to look well. Good history file
- Recently gone through by a local specialist to make sure it's ready for sale
- Showing some 18,200 miles on the odometer which could be correct but not warranted
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 817
- Make
- BENTLEY
- Model
- R-TYPE STANDARD STEEL
- Variant
- Saloon
- Registration Number
- 917 FXN
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- B96WH
- Engine Number
- B48W
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Tudor Grey/Georgian Silver
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- 07496 556325
- simon@classiccarauctions.co.uk
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACT
CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT
OVERALL:
101 / 135
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About the CCA Vendor Condition Report
A lot's condition report is compiled based on information provided to CCA by the vendor of the lot. CCA has no access to lots prior to a sale but does review their condition on the day of the sale. CCA strongly recommends viewing a lot prior to a sale as it cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. CCA will not entertain any disputes over vendor condition reports.
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
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- CONSIGNOR
- 07496 556325
- simon@classiccarauctions.co.uk
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTVehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 25th September between 10am and 3pm and Monday 26th September between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partners, 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 26th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
