Lot details Registration No: M271EWX Chassis No: SCBZR03C8RCH54526 Mot Expiry: Jan 2010
Introduced at the 1982 Geneva Motor Show, the Mulsanne Turbo signalled a revival in the winged 'B's fortunes. Somewhat raffish when compared to its Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit sibling, the Turbo breathed new life into Bentley sales. Indeed in some ways, this glorious automotive wolf in (large) sheep's clothing can be credited with inspiring Bentley's victorious return to Le Mans. With some 300 bhp courtesy of its force fed 6.75 litre V8, the Mulsanne Turbo was reputedly capable of an easy 135mph and 0-60mph in less than seven seconds. Although, for those not wishing to indulge in such prodigious performance, its smooth automatic transmission and supple independent suspension also allowed for more dignified progress. Debuting in 1985, the evolutionary Turbo R variant provided an altogether more focused driving experience. Benefiting from an uprated torque converter, stiffer anti-roll bars and firmer damping, its handling drew considerable praise from the contemporary motoring press.
Finished in Red Pearl with magnolia leather upholstery, this particular example is variously described by the vendor as being in "superb" (engine, interior trim), "excellent" (electrical equipment) or "outstanding" (bodywork, paintwork) condition. While, he adds that its automatic transmission has been "just serviced". Reportedly "a facelift model" that has covered just 71,000 miles from new, `M271 EWX' is further understood to possess "full documented main agent history with nineteen stamps". Riding on alloy wheels, this striking Turbo R is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until January 2010 and road tax valid until August 2009.
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