Chassis No.
B320TN
| Auburn, Indiana
1953 Bentley R-Type Empress by Hooper
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$49,500 USD | Sold
From the bankruptcy estate of entities previously controlled by Bikram Choudhury
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- One of 2,323 R-Types built from 1952 to 1955
- Timeless coachwork by Hooper featuring Lucas headlamps, trafficators and spats
- Sold new through Empire Motors Ltd. For A.D. Wells Esq.
- Retains original inline six-cylinder engine; factory electric windows
- Striking two-tone interior accented by wood trim and stowable picnic tables
- Includes flashlight, tire tool, jack, air pump, and spare
- Rides on BFGoodrich tires; color-matched factory wheel covers
- Accompanied by copies of Bentley build information and Schoelkopf card
