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Not Sold (Est: £606,024 - £681,777)
1953 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback
United States • 6 Mar 2026 • Lot 39
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This classic car is a desirable, left-hand-drive example with a bespoke interior and uprated manual center-shift. Its history includes being shown at Pebble Beach and featured in magazines, making it a notable collector's item.
Condition
7
The car description indicates that it was formerly shown at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance® and featured in prominent magazine articles, suggesting a high level of care and presentation. However, without a detailed condition report, it is difficult to assess the presence of minor wear or imperfections. Therefore, a rating of 'Very Good' seems appropriate, acknowledging its solid condition with the possibility of slight wear.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
BC42LC
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
923 UYK
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Car HighlightsAcknowledged as One of the All-Time Great Sporting CarsOriginal US-Delivery, Desirable Left-Hand-Drive, Bucket-Seat ExampleBespoke Interior with Crocodile-Pattern AccentsUprated to Manual Center-Shift Specification by Experts P & A WoodFormerly Shown at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance® and Featured in Prominent Magazine ArticlesTechnical Specs4,566 CC OHV Inline 6-Cylinder EngineTwin SU H6 Carburetors153 BHP at 4,500 RPM4-Speed Manual Gearbox4-Wheel Servo-Assisted Drum BrakesFront Independent Coil-Spring SuspensionRear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Points of note
£333,132
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£641,250
Median Price (Since 2020)
£2,219,923
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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