Bentley R-Type
Overview
| Produced: |
1952-1955, 2320 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon, 4 doors, 5 seats
|
The longer booted version of the Bentley MKVI, the R-Type first appeared in 1952 and lasted until 1955. Engine capacity had grown to
4566cc and now came with standard four speed automatic transmission, although manual boxes were still available,
The R-Type Continental took care of most of the coachbuilt versions, although a number of attractive R-Type convertibles were also made.
The new boot lid design allowed an increase in luggage spacer over the MKVI, the boot lid itself was made from lighter Aluminum. Really only made as a stop gap model the R-Type was replaced in 1955 by the larger S-Type (later S1).
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4566cc | S6 IOE |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106mph | 15.2s | 12mpg | 150bhp |
Body
| Type | Seats | Doors | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 5 | 4 |
Maintainability
| Mechanics | Bodywork |
|---|---|
| * * * * * | * * * * - |
People who looked at this car, also looked at:
There are 9 further pictures
[View Full Gallery]
Valuation
| Poor | Average | Excellent | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| £5750 | £9000 | £1750 | 26-Oct-06 |
Related Contacts
[ suggest a contact ]
Related products for sale in the shop
Books | |
 Rolls-Royce, Bentley Volume 1 - 1945-65
£11.99   |
 ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER WRAITH, DAWN AND CLOUD/BENTLEY MKVI, R AND S-SERIES
£32.55 |
 DNA OF BENTLEY
|
 Road & Track on Rolls-Royce & Bentley 1950-1965
£10.45 |
Airport Car Rental
Arrange airport car rental and you will see that it might even be cheaper than transfer costs.
Car Hire in Portugal
Find the cheapest car hire in Portugal by clicking on Dealchecker.co.uk. Have fun!