Impressive 6.75L Turbo V8 powerplant with automatic transmission
Ex-USA with all EU import taxes and duties paid
The Appeal
The Bentley for the modern age, the Turbo R was a high-performance luxury car that was welcomed with impressive ardour when it hit the market in 1985. With its bold turbo V8, the impressive array of interiors and - crucially - the car’s ‘roadholding’ suspension, this became the flagship of the company for over a decade, and with 7,230 produced, is amongst the most successful Bentleys in history.
This example, originally based in the USA, is in need of some mechanical, cosmetic and electrical work - but should make the perfect backbone for a restoration project. Ready and waiting to be restored for the road, the colour and enviable interior of this Turbo R should make this a very tempting prospect. We’re sure it’ll make a superb project for the dedicated enthusiast.
The History and Paperwork
Sadly we don’t have much information regarding this car’s background
Built in 1989 at Bentley’s factory in Crewe
Originally based in the United States
Imported to the Netherlands relatively recently
All EU imports and duties have been paid
We’ve not been informed of any paperwork supplied with the vehicle
The Condition
Impressive angular Bentley design with iconic grille and Bentley branding
Dented front grille that’s in need of repair
Some cracks, scuffs and marks to the bumpers
Paintwork has some wear
Glasswork and lenses look in good order
Bentley branding appears all present and correct
Car is sitting on its original Bentley alloys, which do need some cosmetic attention
Underneath, the car shows some signs of wear
Stunning interior with two-tone leather seats
Seats are in generally good order with no rips or tears
Carpets and headlining look in good condition with age-commensurate wear
Dashboard and centre console show some wear with some missing areas of walnut trim
All instruments are clean and well-presented
Original period instruments and radio still in situ
We note that much of the dashboard appears to be unwired
Boot is in fair order with a CD changer and other miscellany inside
The Mechanics
Powered by the impressive Bentley 6.75L Turbo V8 powerplant
Automatic transmission
Engine bay is in fair order with wear throughout
Car is in need of some mechanical restoration
The engine itself is reportedly running, but the car is not yet ready to drive
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