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The R-Type Bentley was the second standard steel model produced by Rolls-Royce after WWII. The 4.5 'Big Bore' engine was capable of speeds well over one hundred MPH. Less than 160 automatic transmission, left hand drive cars were produced.
The second left drive ever supplied of this most sought after series of aluminum bodied high speed tourers, the most expensive cars in the world at the time, this superb example was supplied to the noted automobile connoisseur, William Burden with a number of special features, including Jaeger Chronometer and Bulova altimeter to the instrument panel, and four speed manual transmission, all of which remain with this beautifully restored example today. There is an extensive service file several years old from Paul Russell and Company, as well as the further upgrading and refinements carried out by the current owners.
The history of the automobile which is complete and includes a roster of well regarded owners shows that as several early cars, BC14LA was fitted with the 4.9-liter engine upgrade several years after delivery. The factory record shows: 'Final Export - 6 November 1962.' This very early specimen retains its highly desirable special aluminum contoured bumpers and is documented to be the lightest weight R-Continental body shell of the series. A very well sorted out impressive performer.
Very elegantly finished in Circassian (Navy) Blue and trimmed as originally supplied in Dove Grey hide, this work of art is likely the finest left drive standard transmission equipped example available anywhere, regardless of price. Correct handbook and complete tools are included, along with copies of the works and coachbuilder records.
The second left drive ever supplied of this most sought after series of aluminum bodied high speed tourers, the most expensive cars in the world at the time, this superb example was supplied to the noted automobile connoisseur, William Burden with a number of special features, including Jaeger Chronometer and Bulova altimeter to the instrument panel, and four speed manual transmission, all of which remain with this beautifully restored example today. There is an extensive service file several years old from Paul Russell and Company, as well as the further upgrading and refinements carried out by the current owners.
The history of the automobile which is complete and includes a roster of well regarded owners shows that as several early cars, BC14LA was fitted with the 4.9-liter engine upgrade several years after delivery. The factory record shows: 'Final Export - 6 November 1962.' This very early specimen retains its highly desirable special aluminum contoured bumpers and is documented to be the lightest weight R-Continental body shell of the series. A very well sorted out impressive performer.
Very elegantly finished in Circassian (Navy) Blue and trimmed as originally supplied in Dove Grey hide, this work of art is likely the finest left drive standard transmission equipped example available anywhere, regardless of price. Correct handbook and complete tools are included, along with copies of the works and coachbuilder records.
2017 RM Auctions : Amelia Island
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $1,250,000-USD $1,500,000
Sale Price :
USD $1,347,500
1952 Bentley R-Type Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Bentley R-Type
(Data based on Model Year 1952 sales)
1952 Bentley R-Type Empress Saloon Chassis#: B25RS Sold for USD$44,000 2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Corpus Christi Old Car Museum Auction | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Continental Sports Saloon Chassis#: BC10A Sold for USD$742,089 2017 Bonhams : Goodwood Revival | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Sports Saloon by H.J. Mulliner Chassis#: BC14LA Sold for USD$1,347,500 2017 RM Auctions : Amelia Island | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Straight-Eight Special 'The Fire Engine' Chassis#: B266SR Sold for USD$51,099 2016 H & H Auctions - Chateau Impney | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Saloon 'Rallye Monte-Carlo' Chassis#: B68SR Sold for USD$53,155 2016 RM Sotheby's : Monaco | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Continental 4.9-Litre Sports Saloon Chassis#: BC24A Sold for USD$814,223 2013 Bonhams - The Goodwood Festival of Speed Sale | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Saloon Chassis#: B234SR Sold for USD$46,135 2013 H & H - Imperial War Museum, Duxford | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Saloon Chassis#: B202SR Sold for USD$14,191 2012 H & H - Newbury Racecourse | |
1952 Bentley Continental R-Type Fastback Sports Saloon Chassis#: BC7A Sold for USD$845,215 2012 RM Auctions - London | |
1952 Bentley MK VI Chassis#: B62PV Sold for USD$15,675 2011 Russo and Steele - Monterey Auction | |
1952 Bentley R-Type 4½-Litre Saloon Chassis#: B4SR Sold for USD$26,934 2010 Bonhams - Goodwood Revival, Chichester, Sussex | |
1952 Bentley R Type Two Door Coupe Chassis#: B2 RT Sold for USD$144,500 2010 FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE, EXCEPTIONAL COLLECTORS' MOTORCARS AND AUTOMOBILIA | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Coupe Chassis#: B2RT Sold for USD$105,600 2010 Gooding and Company : The Amelia Island Auction | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Saloon Chassis#: 811145 Sold for USD$28,876 2007 Coys Auction - True Greats | |
1952 BENTLEY R TYPE Sold for USD$14,375 2004 Bonhams - MOTOR CARS |
Bentley R-Types That Failed To Sell At Auction
1952 Bentley R-Type's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1952 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Sports Saloon by H.J. Mulliner | BC6A | 2023 RM Sothebys : London | $550,000 | $750,000 | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Sports Saloon by H.J. Mulliner | BC23A | 2023 RM Sothebys : Villa Erba | $750,000 | $1,000,000 | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback | BC8LA | 2021 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours Auction | $1,000,000 | $1,250,000 | |
1952 Bentley R-Type H.J. Mulliner Sports Saloon | B62RT | 2019 H & H Classics Imperial War Museum, Buxton | $24,000 | $28,000 | |
1952 Bentley R-Type James Young Saloon | B36RT | 2019 H & H Classics Imperial War Museum, Duxford | $38,000 | $45,000 | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Continental Sports Saloon | 2018 Bonhams : Goodwood Revival | $700,000 | $800,000 | ||
1952 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback | BCA1 | 2018 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach | $1,500,000 | $2,000,000 | |
1952 Bentley R Type | B121RS | 2015 Barons Auction : Autumn Classic Sandown Park | $27,000 | $31,000 | |
1952 Bentley R-Type Saloon (Standard Steel) | B162SR | 2015 Historics at Brookland | $28,000 | $34,000 | |
1952 Bentley R type | 2008 RM Auctions Classic Car Auction of Toronto Fall | $16,000 |
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