Vehicle Description
The Bentley Turbo R was a high-performance model produced from 1985
to 1997 with a total of 7230 built in the 12 year production
period. The 'R' stood for 'Roadholding', to set it apart from its
predecessor, the Mulsanne, and also sported a revised suspension
with wider tyres on alloy wheels; a first for a Bentley. The
suspension changes, although seemingly subtle, transformed the soft
and less than well-controlled ride of the Mulsanne into that of a
real performer. This was achieved by increasing the anti-roll bar
rates in the front and rear and by increasing the damping. A
Panhard rod to anchor the rear suspension was also introduced,
reducing side-to-side movement in corners. The Turbo R was sold
alongside the Mulsanne Turbo for a short time although the Mulsanne
was taken out of production in 1985. For the 1987 model year, the
Turbo R received anti-lock brakes and Bosch fuel injection
replacing the Solex carburettors. This fabulous Bentley has only
covered 13,382 miles in nearly 30 years since she was first
registered. The red coachwork has a glass like finish and the
parchment leather interior is unmarked. All of this is complemented
by deep rich walnut wood which is in plentiful supply in this
superb example. Being sold as part of a deceased estate E298 LUC is
supplied with a V5C registration document and a full years MoT test
certificate, together with a good history folder. Sitting proud on
alloy wheels, she has a very smooth running engine and a silky
gearbox. A Bentley Turbo R is a superb car to drive with
outstanding levels of performance and comfort to match. For sale by
auction on Saturday 23 September 2017 with Historics at Brooklands,
Brooklands Motor Racing Circuit, Weybridge, Surrey, Call 01753
639170
