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1954 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Sports Saloon by H.J. Mulliner

RM Sotheby's
Monterey, CaliforniaAutomatic
SoldAug 21, 2016
Sold for$1,870,000

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Summary
This rare 1954 Bentley R-Type Continental, bodied by H. J. Mulliner, was designed for high performance and luxury, featuring a lightweight alloy body and a powerful 4,566 cc inline six-cylinder engine.
More details
It was considered the world's most expensive series production car and fastest four-seater of its time, combining swiftness, agility, and comfort in an elite package. Only 193 examples were bodied by Mulliner out of 207 production Continentals, making this a highly sought-after classic.
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136 (27%)
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116 (23%)
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Listing history

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  • 8/21/2016
    RM Sotheby's
    Sold· this listing
    $1.9M
Sold for
$1.9M
#1 of R Types in 2016
Top 10% of all listings in 2016
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