Highlights

Accompanied by a sizeable history file dating back to the 1970s
‘Buff’ logbook present
Original Shell Grey over Tudor Grey two-tone colour scheme retained

The Appeal

Bentley had big plans during the early 1950s, namely the ambitions ‘S1’ project. But Crewe desperately needed a new model to replace the successful yet now rather old MkVI, which had been in production since 1946. In short, Bentley needed a stop-gap, which materialised in the form of the R-Type - an evolution of the MkVI with just enough small revisions to make it appear like a fresh new model had arrived on the scene. The R-Type had a larger boot, subtly redesigned grilles and prated carburetion.

This 1953 example was ordered new by Mrs T Dean, of Heron Court, Farnham, Yorkshire. As the photographs show, it remains a very well-preserved example of the model, even down to its period Shell Grey over Tudor Grey two-tone colour scheme. The vendor informs us that the Bentley is accompanied by a vintage ‘Buff’ logbook, as well as a large history file dating back to the 1970s.

Exempt from road tax, MOT and ULEZ charges, this elegant post-war Bentley R-Type is ready to be enjoyed.

The History and Paperwork

Seven former registered keepers
84,280 miles indicated
Chassis no. B329TO
‘Buff’ logbook and current V5C present
UK home market RHD example supplied new to a Mrs T Dean of Yorkshire
We’re informed that the car has a well-documented history with MOT certificates dating back to the ‘70s and a sheaf of maintenance invoices

The Condition

Handsome two-tone paintwork in very good overall condition for a vehicle of this age
The subtle red coachline looks to be in superb order
The R-Type’s bodywork looks exceedingly straight overall with tight door gaps all-round
Very smart chromework with only the lightest of pitting apparent
Steel wheels shod with Firestone tyres and
Fitted with the correct Bentley hub caps, which also have a red coach line
Original tool kit present and mostly complete
Spare wheel, starting handle and other accoutrements appear in good order
Beautiful grey leather upholstery exhibiting very few signs of wear overall
Lightly patinated wooden dashboard fascia
Superb rear picnic trays with high-gloss finish to the highly-figured marquetry
Very smart carpets in blue throughout
Delightful patina to the steering wheel and controls

The Mechanics

4.6-litre straight-six
Four-speed manual gearbox
Impeccably presented engine compartment
Reportedly in very good running and driving order
Exempt from MOT testing

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