Bentley R-Type Continental
Compare coachwork and the factory specification on the R-Type Continental.
What to check before buying
Check the body number, original gearbox, engine, steering side and restoration invoices before comparing results.
BC2LD and BC66LC have the same auction headline and different factory gearboxes.
Documented auction results
If you’re deciding what to offer, start with transactions for cars of similar specification and history. Check the sale date, condition, and whether the price included buyer’s premium.
| Chassis | Date and auction | Outcome and price | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| BC66LC | Aug 2016RM Sotheby’s · Monterey 20161954 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Sports Saloon by H.J. Mulliner | SoldUSD 1,870,000 · Published sold price | Auction evidenceLeft-hand-drive US-delivery car with Cadillac-derived automatic. RM lists body number 5669 and engine BCC65. |
| BC2LD | Mar 2016RM Sotheby’s · Amelia Island 20161954 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Sports Saloon by H.J. Mulliner | SoldUSD 1,815,000 · Published sold price | Auction evidenceFactory left-hand drive and centre-shift manual. RM lists body number 5708 and engine BCD2. |
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Factory specification and chronology
- Public introduction
- 1952