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Not Sold (Est: £34,000 - £40,000)
1996 Bentley Continental R
United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2026 • Lot 230
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1996 Bentley Continental R, handbuilt in Crewe, features a 6.75-litre turbocharged V8 engine, a dark metallic blue exterior with a light grey interior, and has 78,841 miles. With a comprehensive service history and described as driving with no known faults, it represents a solid opportunity to acquire a grand tourer from the 1990s.
Condition
7
The car presents really well and is described as driving with no known faults. The original service book is present with 17 stamps, confirming it to be a well-cared-for example. However, slight wear is likely visible in paint, interior, or wheels and minor reconditioning may be required to bring it to excellent condition.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
SCBZB15C8TCH53102
Odometer:
78,841 miles
Reg Number:
N659 HTE
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Year: 1996 Make: Bentley Model: Continental R Registration: N659 HTE Chassis No: SCBZB15C8TCH53102 Odometer: 78,841 The Bentley Continental R represents one of the most significant grand touring cars of the modern Bentley era.
Handbuilt at the historic factory in Crewe , the Continental R was the first Bentley since the 1960s to feature a body not shared with Rolls-Royce, signalling a return to a more independent and performance-focused identity for the brand.
Under the long, sculpted bonnet sits Bentley’s legendary 6.75-litre turbocharged V8 engine, paired with a smooth four-speed automatic transmission.
The powerplant produced around 385 bhp and immense torque, delivering effortless acceleration despite the car’s substantial weight.
The Continental R could accelerate from 0-60 mph in about six seconds—remarkable for a luxury coupé of its size and refinement.
The ride is serene and composed, yet there is unmistakable power in reserve at any speed.
Visually, the Continental R ble...
Points of note
£17,042
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£30,996
Median Price (Since 2020)
£102,601
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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