Often referred to as the “New” Turbo R, the version of Bentley’s flagship performance saloon which debuted for the 1995 model year boasted a host of mechanical, stylistic and interior improvements.

Chief among these was the adoption of Zytek’s sophisticated EMS3 management system for its turbocharged 6750cc V8 engine.

Quoted as developing 385bhp/553lbft and reputedly capable of a towering 155mph, a mere 823 "New" Turbo RLs are thought to have been made before production ceased in 1997.

Supplied new via JCT600 of Leeds on May 21 st 1997 and previously road registered as ‘BJ 1’, chassis CH60248 was factory finished in the stunning combination of Atlantic Blue Metallic with Cirrus Grey leather upholstery.

Extending to the headlining, rear parcel shelf, knee roll and centre console, the latter was contrasted by Slate Blue piping and a Slate Blue dash top.

Further specified with a telephone, burnt walnut veneers and Granite Grey carpets, the long wheelbase four-seater is understood to ...