Description
Fabulous 1952 Bentley R-Type Special.
An exceptionally fine Bentley Motorcar, restyled using an R Type chassis as a bespoke recreation of the legendary sporting Bentleys of the early thirties. The open tourer, aluminium body was professionally constructed over 40 years ago to a high standard and is still in very good condition today. Other notable features include:-
Double cowl curved dashboard line.
Lovely unpainted polished louvered bonnet with leather straps.
Grilled Lucas King of the Road P100 headlamps.
Bentley R-Type dials set into a wood veneer panel.
Mota Lita wood-rimmed steering wheel.
Stylish aero screens.
Short trumpet horns, spotlights, winged mascots.
Bentley aluminium side steps.
Pleated leather bench seat with pleasing patination.
Wire wheels with chrome spinners.
Rear mounted spare.
External rear fuel tank.
The twin Carb engine is from a MkVI with 4256 displacement.
Correctly registered on the V5 as a Bentley Tourer.
Not enough space here to do the car justice but suffice to say that it looks most authentic in every detail and obviously well cared for over the years. Carries a valuable, transferable number plate worth £5, 000.
Car located in Lytham St Annes Lancashire. Competitive transport rates if required. For more, call John on number above. Usual Dealer facilities.
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