Factory iridescent metallic Peacock Blue paintwork
Major service completed in February 2025, including four new tyres, brake spheres and air conditioning service
MOT valid to February 2027
Private registration plate included in the sale
The Appeal
The Continental R was the first true stand-alone Bentley after decades of badge-engineered Rolls-Royce derivatives. It was quite the return to grace for the marque. It was one of the most expensive cars on the market, and amongst the fastest full-sized, four-seat tourers on the planet, thanks to the impressive hand-built 6.75-litre V8 under the car's prodigious nose. Sophisticated, rugged and fast - a plush cocoon for the well-to-do driver.
This 1998 example wears the striking multi-layer iridescent Peacock Blue paintwork and shows 40,565 miles on the odometer. It has been part of a five-car collection since February 2020, covering just 1,281 miles in that time, and has been maintained by marque specialists throughout. A major service was carried out in February 2025 at 40,468 miles, encompassing four new tyres, rear accumulator brake spheres and an air conditioning service, with only 97 miles added since. The water pump and engine belts were also renewed in 2020.
Stored under a heavy-duty lined cover and regularly aired, this is a handsome, very desirable example. With its MOT valid to February 2027 and a recent major service behind it, it's a fine opportunity to acquire one of the great British grand tourers of the era.bentley-1.jpg184.73 KB
History and Paperwork
First registered 31 January 1998 in the United Kingdom
Seven former registered keepers; current keeper since February 2020
40,565 miles showing, with 1,281 miles covered during current ownership
Private registration plate R303 SUT included in the sale
Major service carried out in late 2019 by Phantom Motor Cars Ltd of Farnham, Surrey, in preparation for sale to the current owner
Water pump and engine belts renewed by Specialist Cars Southwest Ltd, Exeter, in September 2020
Batteries renewed circa 2021 with C-Tek battery chargers fitted
Last major service carried out in February 2025 at 40,468 miles by Specialist Cars Southwest Ltd, including renewal of all four tyres, rear accumulator brake spheres and air conditioning service
Only 97 miles driven since the last service
Stored under a heavy-duty lined cover in a car port; regularly aired and driven short distances with occasional longer trips
Multi-layer iridescent metallic Peacock Blue paint with protective varnish
Two small rust spots - one at the bottom edge of the rear screen and one on the rear edge of the bonnet (driver's side): the vendor notes that both have been stabilised with Trustan but should be monitored
A few small paint bubbles on the front driver's side road wheel
All wheels are free from kerb rash and pothole damage
All four tyres as new with fewer than 100 miles on them
The vendor describes the exterior as otherwise in very good order
Radiator grille laser cut from a single billet of a special alloy
The vendor describes the interior, including leather and woodwork, as in very good condition consistent with the mileage
Lambswool footwell rugs fitted over deep-pile Wilton carpet
Dual-tinted windows all around
Electric adjustable mirrors and electric fully adjustable, heated front memory seats
Original built-in 1998 Blaupunkt sat nav system still operational
Original car phone removed but will be supplied with the car
Retrofitted Alpine stereo with Bluetooth connectivity; two speaker cones on the passenger side require renewal
Second full-sized backup battery fitted in the boot alongside the main engine battery
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