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Just one of three right-hand drive automatic examples produced, this Bentley R Type Continental Fastback could be yours
It is the 31st of March 1954
and Mr. Alan G Clark has just placed his order for a very special
motorcar, this stunning Bentley R Type Continental Fastback.
Clearly a discerning customer, Mr. Clark
specified the car with an automatic gearbox and a number of special
features including electric window lifts, flat petrol tank, Smiths
ventilation and heating system and two RD 8187 Foglamps in place of the
standard centre lamp.
Like many of the models, the chassis was
produced at the Rolls-Royce factory in Crewe while some 170 miles to
the south, the lightweight, aluminium coachwork was being handcrafted by
H. J. Mulliner & Co. The result must have been spectacular, and
still is today.
We are delighted to be able to offer
this rare, late D Series fastback car in our Classic Motor Show Sale at
the NEC, Birmingham. Just one of three produced in right-hand drive with
the automatic gearbox, this is a car presented in impeccable, close to
concours condition and we are informed by the vendor that it needs
nothing doing whatsoever.
The car comes to us with an extensive
history file for major works undertaken to it during the last few years.
The car has been maintained regardless of cost with extensive works
having been completed by both P & A Wood and Frank Dales.
A beautifully styled masterpiece, this car offers gracious classic motoring with just a hint of modern convenience.
Estimate (£): 800,000 - 900,000
Read more here or contact Guy Lees-Milne on +44 (0) 1926 691141 for more information
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