1953 Bentley R-Type Continental 4.6L

VIN: BC8LB

$918,000

SoldAugust 15, 2025

Seller details

Auction
RM Sotheby's

Location
Monterey, CA; USA

Event date
Aug 15 - Aug 16, 2025

Lot
167

Vehicle specs

Chassis/VIN
BC8LB
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Body style
Fastback
Transmission type
Standard
Engine Type
6-cyl.
Induction
2x1bbl Carb
Interior Color
Red
Exterior Color
Silver
Generation
1952-1955 Bentley R-Type Continental

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Condition

#2 Excellent

Could win a regional car show. Drives like new.

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