1954 Bentley R Type. 7.12.17. M.S. Thacker. Tacoma, WA. USA

VIN B123WG 1954 Bentley "R" Type.
SOLD NOVEMBER 8, 2017. DESTINATION: Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Narration by M.S. Thacker. SPECIFICATIONS: 130HP 4.5L Inline 6-cylinder engine--iron block/aluminum head; twin SU Type H6 carburetors with automatic choke; automatic transmission; hydraulic drum brakes front/mechanical drum brakes rear; suspension front: independent using coil springs, suspension rear: semi-elliptic leaf springs; stamped steel body, chassis and engine components shared with parent company Rolls Royse model Silver Dawn--the notable differences between the Bentley and Rolls Royce are the radiator grill and the type of carburetors.
Odometer Reads 71K miles

The Bentley R Type series from 1952-1955 totals 2300 plus cars. Of that number about 300 units were coach built. The majority of cars were assembled with stamped steel body components.

This particular Bentley shows one repaint in two-tone dove gray and medium dark blue enamel. All hinged body panels open and shut solidly. Interior appointments are in very good condition and the front seats look to have new skins. Overall this outstanding British boulevard cruiser is ready to provide years of roadworthy satisfaction and a rewarding investment.

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