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Highlights
- Used as its makers intended - for regular touring between Milan and London
- An immensely smart example that’s beautifully presented inside, out and under the bonnet
- To be supplied with a fresh service and MOT
The Appeal
Since the S3 Continental of 1965, Bentleys were essentially re-badged Rolls-Royces, leading some to recognise that the brand had been somewhat neglected during the latter half of the twentieth century. All was not lost for the once great marque and the Continental R was the car that changed their fortunes for good. It was the first Bentley to use a non-Rolls-Royce body and the positive public reaction demonstrated that the Continental R represented a big step in the right direction.
We’re pleased to report that this 1997 example has been used as its makers intended. The vendor sold it to an Italian antique dealer thirteen years ago and they used it to drive between London and their home in Milan several times a year. While predominantly resided in Milan, garaged when not in use, the Bentley remained UK registered. It’s been well maintained and so is still in fine condition mechanically and cosmetically. Following the death of the previous keeper, the vendor is offering this car once more and shall supply it with a fresh service and valid MOT.
The History and Paperwork
- Just three previous keepers
- 112,981 miles - predominantly covered on motorway journeys between Italy and the UK
- Garaged when not in use
- Sold previously by the vendor to an Italian antiques dealer thirteen years ago
- Now that the previous owner has passed away, the vendor offers this car once more
- The vendor collected the car from Milan recently, driving it back to the UK with no issues encountered
- The MOT has currently expired although we’re informed that a new test will be supplied for the sale along with a fresh service
- The paperwork is not currently present, although anything found from the clearance of the previous owner’s estate will be provided upon sale
The Condition
- Fine blue paintwork
- Straight bodywork with no signs of corrosion or notable wear
- Parchment hide upholstery with a light burr elm dashboard
- The leather is in very fine order with light patination having stood the test of time well
- Smart blue carpeting with thick lambswool overrugs
- The steering wheel has some wear on the leather portions commensurate with the car’s age and mileage
- Well presented alloy wheels, free from any notable blemishes
- We understand all the cabin electrics to be in good working order
- All the trim presents very well
The Mechanics
- 6.75-litre turbocharged V8 engine
- Four-speed GM automatic gearbox
- All presents very well indeed under the bonnet
- To be supplied with a fresh service
- The vendor states that it drives exceptionally well, especially over long distances, exemplifying its “Continental” moniker
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