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1954 Bentley R-Type
United Kingdom • 18 Mar 2026 • Lot 152P
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AI Listing Summary
This Bentley R-Type is presented as a worthwhile project car from the Alyth Collection, featuring an attractive registration number. While further details are to follow, the car boasts a 'big bore' 4566cc engine and offers either manual or automatic transmission.
Condition
5
Project with much potential mentioned
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
B181YA
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Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
PLB 63C
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Entered from the Alyth Collection - No Reserve.
Registration No: PLB 63Chassis No: B181YAMOT: Exempt
Entered from the Alyth collection
A worthwhile project with much potential
Registered with the DVLA with attractive registration number
An obvious evolution of its MKVI predecessor, the Bentley R-Type was introduced at the 1952 Earls Court Motor Show.
Switching from riveted to welded frame construction at chassis B349TO, the newcomer featured independent coil-and-wishbone front suspension, a leaf-sprung 'live' rear axle and servo-assisted four-wheel drum brakes (hydraulic front / rod rear).
Powered by a 'big bore' 4566cc straight-six inlet-over-exhaust engine allied to either four-speed manual or automatic transmission, the R-type was a surprisingly strong performer, able to reach more than 100mph.
Praised by the contemporary motoring press for its high-speed handling and well-appointed interior, the model remained in production until 1955 by which time some 2,320 are thought to h...
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£2,401
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£21,375
Median Price (Since 2020)
£148,833
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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