1955 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback

Make Bentley
Year 1955
Chassis Number BC16LD
Auctioneer Gooding Company
Event Amelia Island 2011
Auction Date 11/03/2011
Lot Number 64
Result sold
Sold For $770,000
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Chassis: BC16LD
The Ultimate Specification R-Type Fastback
Desirable 4.9-Litre Equipped with Bucket Seats and Centre-Change Gearshift
One of Only 43 Left-Hand Drive Examples
Accompanied by the Rare Touring Spares Kit
Beautifully Preserved, Highly Original Condition
Offered with an Exceptional File of Documentation
An Extraordinary Discovery
Documented by the Continental Registry
4,887 CC OHV Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Twin SU H6 Carburetors
178 HP
4-Speed Centre-Shift Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Servo-Assisted Hydraulic Drum Brakes
Front and Rear Independent Coil-Spring Rear Suspension
Live Rear Axle with Leaf Springs
1955 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback

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