1990 Bentley Turbo R
The
Bentley Turbo R was a high-performance model produced by Bentley
Motors Limited. It shared the Mulsanne's chassis and inherited the
turbocharged engine from the Mulsanne Turbo. However, the Turbo R's
V8 engine was retuned with new Bosch MK-Motronic fuel injection for
added torque. It also sported a retuned suspension and wider tires
on alloy wheels, a first for a Bentley. Motor Trend called the Turbo
R "the first Bentley in decades deserving of the famous name" in
their review of the car on its introduction to the United States in
1989.
The suspension changes, though seemingly subtle, transformed the
heavy car into a real performer. Anti-roll bar rates were increased
60% front and 80% rear and tuned dampers were added. A Panhard rod
was also introduced, reducing side-to-side movement in corners.
Spring rates remained the same as on the Mulsanne.
Although official figures were never provided by Rolls-Royce, Motor
Trend estimated power output at 221 kW (300 PS; 296 hp) with 660 N·m
(486.8 lb·ft) of torque.
Bentley
Parent company - Vickers plc
Production - 1985–1997 - 7,230 produced
Assembly - Crewe, Cheshire, England
Predecessor - Mulsanne Turbo
Successor - Turbo RT
Body style - 4-door sedan
Layout - FR layout
Engine - 6.75L Rolls-Royce V8
Transmission - 3-speed TH400 automatic - 4-speed 4L80-E automatic
Wheelbase - 1985-1994 R: 3,061 mm (120.5 in)
1985-1994 RL & 1995-97 R: 3,161 mm (124.4 in)
Length - 1985-1992 R: 5,278 mm (207.8 in)
1993-94 R: 5,268 mm (207.4 in)
1995-97 R: 5,395 mm (212.4 in)
1985-1992 Turbo RL: 5,379 mm (211.8 in)
1993-94 Turbo R: 5,369 mm (211.4 in)
Width - 1985-1994: 2,006 mm (79.0 in)
1995-97: 2,110 mm (83 in)
Height - 1,485 mm (58.5 in)
Curb weight - 2,390 kg (5,300 lb)
Related - Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
This example has covered just 22,000 miles and it is supplied with
full supporting history. The V5C records just 2 owners. Finished
Midnight blue with contrasting magnolia hide interior piped in dove
gray. To the rear there are compartments for drinks and requisites.
The condition can only be described as pristine and the Bentley
performs superbly. Chassis number SCBZRO4A4LCH31944. MOT tested
until April 2011. Delivery arranged.