$1 395 000

1953 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback with Ties to "James Bond" Creator Ian Fleming: One of 41 Left-Hand Drive Examples Produced Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner Chassis: BC10LB Engine: BCB10 Exceptional Provenance with Ties to James Bond Creator Ian Fleming In late 1952 or early 1953, Fleming ordered a new Bentley R-Type Continental on behalf of his dear friends Ivar and Josephine, handling the purchase personally. California Black-Plate Car Retaining Original Interior and Matching-Numbers Engine One of 41 Left-Hand Drive Examples Produced 1971 Pebble Beach Class Winner A Significant Bentley Discovery Desirably Equipped with Left-Hand Drive, Manual Gearbox, and Lightweight Seats Mechanically sound and driving well Price: $1,395,000 Firm