31st Jul, 2022 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction
1990 Bentley Turbo R
Includes cherished number plate
Registration - 469 WY
Chassis No. - SCBZP04A8LCH32116
M.O.T. - June 2023
Odometer - 63,000
‘449 WY’ was acquired by the vendor in 2017 and, being a mechanic, he has personally maintained the car ever since. It has benefited from a full respray as well as new dampers and battery, and is now viewed by him as having ‘excellent’ turbo V8 engine, automatic transmission, bodywork and paintwork and ‘good’ interior, and he adds that the Bentley ‘runs well and is very reliable’. Its stately livery combines black bodywork complemented by red coachlines with cream hide upholstery and black carpets. The odometer currently registers a total of 63,000 miles from new, and the Turbo R is now being offered for sale complete with its original Everflex roof, rear picnic tables and drinks cabinets, factory supplied build and test records, service history, and lots of old MOTs, plus a current one valid until June 7 next year.
Unveiled at the 1985 Geneva Salon, Bentley’s Turbo R was based on the chassis of the Mulsanne and powered by a modified version of the engine from the Mulsanne Turbo. The chassis changes were especially key to the model’s success, as this was to be an unashamedly sporting motorcar, requiring tauter suspension than the Mulsanne. The 6,750cc engine with Garrett AiResearch turbo was retuned with Bosch MK-Motronic fuel injection for increased torque. The result was a stump-pulling 487 lb ft – sufficient to launch the leviathan to 60mph in under six seconds and on to a top speed of around 150mph. Braking was by discs all round, ventilated at the front. In order to optimise traction and roadholding, the Turbo R was equipped with wider tyres than the Mulsanne, which were mounted on alloy wheels – a first for the marque.
In summary:
- Eight keepers and 63,000 miles from new
- Has remained within the current ownership since 2017
- Has benefited from a respray, and new dampers and battery
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £9,000
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - 469 WY
Chassis No. - SCBZP04A8LCH32116
M.O.T. - June 2023
Odometer - 63,000
‘449 WY’ was acquired by the vendor in 2017 and, being a mechanic, he has personally maintained the car ever since. It has benefited from a full respray as well as new dampers and battery, and is now viewed by him as having ‘excellent’ turbo V8 engine, automatic transmission, bodywork and paintwork and ‘good’ interior, and he adds that the Bentley ‘runs well and is very reliable’. Its stately livery combines black bodywork complemented by red coachlines with cream hide upholstery and black carpets. The odometer currently registers a total of 63,000 miles from new, and the Turbo R is now being offered for sale complete with its original Everflex roof, rear picnic tables and drinks cabinets, factory supplied build and test records, service history, and lots of old MOTs, plus a current one valid until June 7 next year.
Unveiled at the 1985 Geneva Salon, Bentley’s Turbo R was based on the chassis of the Mulsanne and powered by a modified version of the engine from the Mulsanne Turbo. The chassis changes were especially key to the model’s success, as this was to be an unashamedly sporting motorcar, requiring tauter suspension than the Mulsanne. The 6,750cc engine with Garrett AiResearch turbo was retuned with Bosch MK-Motronic fuel injection for increased torque. The result was a stump-pulling 487 lb ft – sufficient to launch the leviathan to 60mph in under six seconds and on to a top speed of around 150mph. Braking was by discs all round, ventilated at the front. In order to optimise traction and roadholding, the Turbo R was equipped with wider tyres than the Mulsanne, which were mounted on alloy wheels – a first for the marque.
In summary:
- Eight keepers and 63,000 miles from new
- Has remained within the current ownership since 2017
- Has benefited from a respray, and new dampers and battery
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction, 31st Jul, 2022
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take place on the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup weekend.
We are delighted to again be be running this live event at the Gold Cup.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling on of the team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday, 29th July 2022 9am - 7pm
Saturday, 30th July 2022 9am - 7pm
Sunday Morning, 31st July 2022 9am - 12pm
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