Beschreibung
Goodwood Revival: Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia
Two owners from new Present ownership since 2005 Left-hand drive Circa 43, 900 kilometres (approximately 27, 300 miles) from new Bentley's 1980s resurgence had hitherto relied exclusively on models whose basic architecture was shared with other Rolls-Royce products, but on display at Geneva in '85 was 'Project 90', a mocked-up coup intended to gauge public response to the idea of a high-performance car unique to Bentley. When the real thing - the Bentley Continental R - was unveiled six years later, the waiting crowd burst into spontaneous applause. Styled with the assistance of consultants International Automotive Design, the Continental R benefited from computer-aided design and wind tunnel testing in the devising of its sleekly streamlined shape. Despite the need to incorporate non-traditional features such as doors recessed into the roof, the result looked every bit a Bentley, albeit one restated for the 1990s. Also new was the gearbox, a four-speed automatic with 'overdrive' top ratio, but the main focus of interest was the newcomer's performance. Needless to say, this was outstanding, the combination of the Turbo R engine in the new wind-cheating shape cutting the 0-60mph time to 6. 2 seconds and boosting top speed to in excess of 150mph. There was even more to come in the form of the Continental T. Introduced in June 1996, the latter was a short-wheelbase version of the Continental R, some 4 (101. 6mm) being taken out of the chassis aft of the doors. With 400bhp at its disposal and crouching aggressively on 18 wheels, the low-slung Continental T looked every inch the thoroughbred Bentley sports car, the cockpit with its engine-turned dashboard recalling the heroic exploits of W O's 1920s racers. The engine start button was another neat 'retro' touch. The luxuriously appointed Continental T was certainly no slouch, racing to 60mph (96. 5km/ h) in a tyre-shredding 5. 8 seconds on its way to a (governor limited) top speed of 156mph (251km/ h). Equally eye-watering was the price: 220, 312 at time of launch. This gorgeous Bentley Continental T has been owned by the current (second) owner since 2005 having previously belonged to Alfred Krauthahn of Bentley Hamburg. Finished in black with matching leather interior, the latter featuring a machine-turned aluminium dashboard, the car has covered 43, 900 kilometres (approximately 27, 300 miles) from new and is described by our vendor as in excellent condition throughout. MoT'd to June 2024, this magnificent modern Bentley motor car is offered with a V5C document and all books and tools.
AUCTION TIMES
Friday 9 Sep 2023, starting at 10:30 CEST
Please contact Bonhams directly to receive a condition report with the lot number/ s of interest by clicking 'Message the seller'
LIVE AND ONLINE AUCTION
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COLLECTION OF PURCHASED LOTS
Removal and Storage of Vehicles Vehicles must be collected from the sale venue by 12 noon on Monday 11 September 2023 (subject to all costs being paid), at which point all remaining unpaid lots will be uplifted by Indigo Blue to their store at the buyer / vendor expense. If you are unable to collect your vehicle by the given time, Lots shall be removed by Indigo Blue to storage at the Buyer’s expense (see below). Lots are at the Buyer’s risk from the fall of the hammer. It is strongly advisable that overseas purchasers and absentee bidders make arrangements regarding collection with Bonhams in advance of Sale. Cars under customs cannot be collected from the venue and can only be released once customs is cleared. Vehicle Removal charges £345 + VAT per vehicle. Vehicle Storage charges First 14 days £15 + VAT per motor car per day Thereafter £45 + VAT per motor car per week For Lot 305 (Spitfire), please be advised that hangarage costs at Goodwood are circa £550+VAT per calendar month, subject to availability. Hangars may not be available for the first two weeks postauction, and aeroplanes typically depart Goodwood following the Revival event on the Monday immediately afterwards. For further information, please contact using the button below Transport and Shipping A representative of Indigo Blue, will be at the Sale and can arrange national and international transportation as agent for the Buyer or the Seller (as the case may be). Indigo Blue European Limited - details above using the button below +44 (0) the details below Motor Car Presentation Chris Bailey, Showcase SVS +44 (0) the details below - details above Photography Simon Clay Tom Wood Tom Gidden Regijus Simkevicius Sian Loyson Roger Dixon (Automobilia)
AUCTION ADDRESS
Chichester,
Goodwood
