Description
Bentley Turbo R | 1989
Highlights:
– 6.75-litre turbocharged V8 engine, petrol, automatic transmission
– Black paintwork with light leather interior and burr walnut veneers
– Right-hand drive
– Recent maintenance work, supported by invoices
– 177,000 miles on the odometer
The professional seller offers for sale this 1989 Bentley Turbo R, powered by a 6.75-litre turbocharged V8, paired with an automatic transmission. Finished in black over a light leather interior with burr walnut veneers, this right-hand drive saloon carries the understated presence that made the Turbo R the fastest and most purposeful Bentley of its era. The odometer shows 177,000 miles. The car recently received a range of maintenance work, backed by invoices, and has recently passed its periodic technical inspection. According to the seller, the engine and gearbox operate well, the car pulls with the effortless, deep reserve of torque the Turbo R is known for, and the instrument panel is fully functional.
This is an honest project-grade example, offered with a clear picture of where attention is needed. The car spent around four years parked outdoors as a display piece at a restaurant entrance, and the black paintwork shows the effects of that exposure. It has recently been polished, but the seller advises that a full respray is required. Rust bubbling is present beneath the paint on the rear wings and around the base of the rear window. The seller reports that the underside shows no structural rust, and an extensive photo report of the car on a lift is available on request. Inside, the original leather shows wear consistent with its age and mileage, some wooden trim pieces have been affected by the weather and need repair, the radio unit is missing, and the electric seats and electric mirrors are currently not working. A light oil seep is noted around the tank cap area. For a buyer looking for a characterful Turbo R to bring back to its best, this car offers a sound starting point with the key mechanical components in working order.
The Turbo R was introduced in 1985 as the successor to the Mulsanne Turbo, and it marked a turning point in Bentley history. Where the Mulsanne Turbo had impressive straight-line pace, the Turbo R added the chassis to match: firmer suspension settings, stiffer anti-roll bars and revised damping transformed the way the big saloon handled its power. The “R” stood for roadholding, and the name signalled Bentley’s return to its sporting roots after decades of sharing almost everything with Rolls-Royce. Built at Crewe, the Turbo R became one of the defining Bentleys of the late 20th century and laid the foundations for the performance-led brand identity Bentley still carries today.
At the heart of the car sits the legendary 6.75-litre L-series V8, here force-fed by a Garrett turbocharger to deliver a wave of torque that moves more than two tonnes of hand-built luxury with remarkable ease. The design is pure Crewe: a long, formal silhouette, the bold matrix grille and quad round headlamps that distinguished the Bentley from its Rolls-Royce sibling, and an interior of Connolly-style leather, deep carpets and polished walnut. The Turbo R combines the comfort of a grand limousine with the pace of a sports saloon, and that dual character is exactly why it remains so sought-after among enthusiasts of British luxury cars.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Condition of the interior
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Technical condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Overall condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
