Photographs of the car show it with its original factory specification 255/65 15 Avon
Turbospeed tyres on original Turbo R alloy wheels and also with a retro-fitted set of genuine 2001 Bentley Arnage 18" wheels and tyres. The car is being sold with its factory 15" set but should you prefer the Arnage wheels as photographed, these are available at extra cost. Please enquire.
The body of the car is straight
and the paint deep in lustre and consistency. It does have a few minor little
chips, minor blemishes and marks but these are few and only show if one looks hard. Otherwise it
is very shiny without any fading, dents or dings and certainly presents very well for driver use. Rubbers, mouldings, badges
and external fittings are all in good condition.
The interior on this car is quite
stunning. The Connolly leather shows beautifully and is very original. It has
never been re-dyed or messed with and yet remains very soft and supple without
any signs of significant wear. The wood throughout is excellent and all
original showing virtually no marks. Carpets, seats, dash, headlining and
fixtures are truly excellent and I best encourage you to look at all the photos
to fully appreciate how nicely the interior presents. Other factory fitted
features to the car are rear picnic tables which were more commonly ordered for
Rolls-Royces and not so much on Bentleys.
As part of Park-Ward's maintenance
program, all electricals and features & functions have been inspected so
everything is operating as it should; windows, seats, mirrors, A/C, heater,
lights, wipers, etc. Right down to every light bulb in the dash. This is a
true, "take the keys and drive" example with no additional budget
needed to attend to any nuances or gremlins.
As a privately owned chauffeur car
by wealthy owners most of its life, it has all the signs of a well-maintained
example. It is tight to drive, brakes strong and rides as a Bentley should.
The car is of very high standard
and is an easy 9 out of 10 driver rating. She is 100% factory original in
specification in every respect right down to the 15" wheels and Avon tyres.
~~ This very masculine Bentley Turbo RL is a stunning example
which simply oozes road presence! Being a rare and unique example, it makes for
a wonderful addition to any collection or provide that special
"oomph" for your Friday night ride! ~~
* The car was originally special ordered thru North
America's Rolls-Royce and Bentley distributor and we suspect was imported via
one of its Canadian dealerships prior to being delivered to its first owner in
New York (or perhaps delivered to the first owner in Canada - we are not sure).
As such, the car was fitted with a kilometer odometer and the Carfax report
reflects all readings in kilometers. The odometer has been converted to miles
and current indicated readings are quoted in miles. Notwithstanding, because of its age and to conform with state law, the car is being sold mileage exempt
In addition to the photos shown in this listing, please click on this link below to see some 150 photos.
The photos are of super high resolution so if you right click on any, you can zoom in and see every little detail and defect in considerable detail.
Click HERE to see additional photos!
Interesting bit of trivia:- when the factory built this car one of the boys at Crewe accidentally affixed the ID plates
to the right side front door pillar (where it would be for a right-hand drive car). I can see the gents scratching their
heads when they realised it was a LHD Bentley! So the solution? "Lets just install another set on the driver side too!"
Result: Only Bentley with ID plates on both sides!
Buyer's choice of wheels. For the purist;15" Factory
originals with Avon Turbosteels or,
for the more adventurous; retro-fitted 18" 2001 Bentley Arnage
wheels.
The in-car
entertainment system cost some $7,000 when specially ordered thru Bentley.
Back in 1992, this was a very expensive option.
Click HERE to see additional photos!
A note from RRMOTORSINC:
“For those Rolls-Royce and Bentley enthusiasts who have
followed my auctions in the past I welcome you all. For those who are new to my
adverts and/or the marque, please note that as a serious collector of some 30
years, all my cars are truly described examples. I have my own private
Rolls-Royce and Bentley workshop (not open to the public but dedicated to my
own cars) with trained Rolls-Royce and Bentley craftsmen who are proficient in
all aspects. As a team, we are dedicated to the preservation of the marque and
as such, any car that leaves the stable is completely inspected and
work-shopped to ensure mechanical and operational items are maintained
appropriately. We adopt a “keep it original” mentality with pride and
confidence, offering after sales technical support and assistance well beyond
the sale. Because most of my cars are offered for the pleasures of driving
enjoyment it is not always possible or practical to seek perfection (in the
true sense of the word) but we do always uphold excellence in whatever we do.
Our cars are by no means cheap priced cars but we like to think they are
amongst the best. To this end, I firmly believe in the famous adage; “Quality is remembered long
after the price is forgotten.” We hope you do
to.”
*We at Park-Ward Motors – the things we do.
When our Rolls-Royces and Bentleys are commissioned for
resale, they are indeed professionally and correctly “fully work-shopped”. No
corners are cut. And it is all addressed in true Crewe
tradition. There is way too much to list here but to give you an example of our
commitment to excellence of the various processes, this is one such example of
what we do:
Doors and windows:-
Every car has its interior door panels removed. If the wood
is in need of repair (as most are) it is refinished in-house by trained and
talented craftsmen at Park-Ward Motors. This is a detailed process of stripping
the wood of its old lacquer, repairing the veneer if there is damage, staining
the top surface as per Rolls-Royce methodology and refinishing with no less
than 25 coats of clear lacquer. Hand wet-sanded and polished between all of its
last 15 coats. New window felt guides and wood-to-glass foam seals are fitted.
All window mechanisms are checked and serviced for smooth and efficient up and
down movement. This includes an electrical modification to rectify the typical
“slow window syndrome”. All tracks, chains and gears are lubricated. Where
central locking is fitted, these are all serviced to ensure no “solenoid
sticking”, another common problem. Units are repaired and or changed as
required for refurbished units. Door wiring and door-to-body wiring is checked,
repaired and/or replaced as required. The splash plastic on the inside of the
doors to protect the leather panels from rain splash from inside the door is
replaced with correct specification black plastic as used by the factory. Cut
to shape and glued in position as per original. All door hardware is checked
and repaired as required including locks, handles and scuttle finishes. The
door is reassembled with all items cleaned and polished. The wood refitted and the
leather panels are re-Connollised before final fitment.
Take this example and apply it to the many, many different
aspects of Rolls-Royce restoration, service and maintenance and you have our
dedication to correct and professional vehicle pre-delivery preparation and
commissioning.
~~oo00oo~~
Standard
Terms & Conditions for all Rolls-Royce & Bentley sales by RRMOTORSINC:
This
Bentley is part of a private collection. Although licensed and bonded, I am not
a main-stream retail car dealer or broker; I am a professional car collector of
some 30 years with considerable experience and knowledge of Rolls-Royce and
Bentley Motor Cars. I have a long standing reputation being associated with the
marque which I take seriously. I take pride in my cars and have fun in
collecting and restoring them. However, auctions are not a game so when you
place a bid or offer, and you are the winning bidder, please understand you
have entered a binding contract. You cannot bid and win the auction and expect
not to meet the terms and conditions. Bidding and/or winning does not mean you
are expecting me to “hold” the car until you have the opportunity to inspect
it. Any inspection contemplated should be undertaken BEFORE you bid or make an
offer and I openly welcome any potential buyer to come and personally inspect
the car. Once you bid or make an offer, you are doing so to buy WITHOUT
conditions. Your bid can not be subject to anything. A $2000.00 deposit
(non-refundable) is required within 24 hours of the close of the auction and
payable by PayPal. The balance of funds are required within 7 days of the close
of the auction and must be provided by cashier’s check or bank wire. I cannot
accept PayPal for the balance. Full payment must be made (and payments cleared)
before the title and/or the vehicle is released. All payments are
non-refundable. Payments as described above form an important part of this
purchase contract and so, if all the funds are not received as outlined above,
I reserve the right to terminate the transaction without notice. If there has
been any deposit or other part payments received and I elect to terminate the
contract, I reserve the right to keep any such deposits or payments and resell
the vehicle to another bidder or interested party or re-list the vehicle at any
time. To be clear, if you change your mind for ANY reason and do not complete
the transaction in the time-frame required, you will forfeit your deposit. I am
happy to assist with shipping arrangements on a national and worldwide basis
but the winning bidder takes full responsibility for pickup and/or shipping and
at his cost.
As
a collector and experienced restorer of the marque, I make every effort to
bring my cars to a high standard. By comparison, my cars are generally superior
to others available but they are by no means perfect. You must expect some
issues. Unless specifically stated, the car is not of show standard but of nice
"driver" condition. Please understand, show cars of this model cost
hundreds of thousands of dollars to achieve and sell for prices commensurate,
so the sale price of this car reflects its relative condition. You are buying
"condition" accordingly. Buyers should not expect to receive concours
quality or "perfect" cars at these prices. Please also understand,
the very nature of these classic Bentleys is such that it is not always
possible to attend to every item, or perhaps I may have inadvertently
overlooked items. Further, and very importantly, these cars are classic cars
also because they are old. So this means a 20 year old car is predominantly
comprised of 20 year old parts. And old parts will fail. All buyers must
understand and expect that things can or will wear out, break and/or stop
functioning without notice. This is even more likely with hand-built English
cars of early technology when compared to the typical American car of the same
vintage. Please note, fitted radio/stereo systems are usually subject to
upgrade by purchasers so I do not ensure operation of these. Similarly, cruise
control systems fitted to these classics were of an inferior design and I do
not check or warrant the operation of these. Suspension and brakes on these
cars are complex. We thoroughly check them and replace things that are
identified faulty. But please understand, by example; if we change a brake line
because it appears aged or faulty, we do NOT at the same time replace all other
hoses because they are of similar age. This is considered "preventative
maintenance". We do not do this unless specifically requested and is not
included in the purchase price. Feel free to ask for this additional service.
Further, a feature or function that is working perfectly one moment, may decide
to play-up the next. After all, it is some 41 years old. This is the nature of
any classic car and especially a Rolls-Royce which was very
"complicated" for its era. For this reason it is necessary for the
following condition:
The
vehicle is being sold "as-is/where-is" with no warranty expressed,
written or implied. Any descriptions or representations are made with reasonable
judgment and all efforts are made to ensure fair assessment and accuracy but
they are for descriptive and identification purposes only and are not to be
construed as a warranty of any type. The seller shall not be responsible for
errors in description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein and makes
no warranty in connection therewith. If any aspect of the description
contradicts what can be seen in the photos, then the photos shall prevail as
the reference point. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any
incorrectness, unforeseen imperfection, defect or damage. It is the
responsibility of the buyer to have satisfied himself as to the condition and
value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make
every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects at the buyer’s request
prior to the close of the auction. Seller assumes no responsibility for any
repairs regardless of any written or oral statements about the vehicle. Being a
classic car in excess of 10 years of age, in most US states, the mileage may be
recorded as “exempt”. In this regard the seller makes no
warranties as to the accuracy of the mileage indicated or shown and accepts no
responsibility for any
discrepancy with independent reports such as Carfax, AutoCheck, etc. I can hold the vehicle
up to 30 days while you arrange shipping but you must immediately insure it. I
will not bear any responsibility for any additional costs including storage,
transportation, or repair after the close of the auction. Whereas I am happy to
store the car in excess of 30 days from auction end, a cost of $35 per day
shall apply beyond 30 days of auction end. Also, you must remember that this is
a classic +/-20 year old vehicle, and while it is up to you, I do not recommend
that you just “hop in and drive it across the country”until you have
familiarised yourself with the car. At least, I have never done that. I have
always professionally transported the cars in enclosed carriers from where I
bought them to my home.
PLEASE; IF YOU ARE
UNABLE TO ABIDE BY THESE TERMS, CONTACT ME BEFORE YOU BID AS, RESPECTFULLY,
THERE CAN BE NO EXCEPTIONS.
I am sorry if these terms seem harsh but
there seem to be some very unrealistic buyers out there - fortunately, only few
of these people exist but those that do can make life difficult, so it appears
EVERYTHING needs to spelled out. Very simply put, this is an old car being
offered for sale. It is not new and is subject to the perils of age. Further,
Rolls-Royces and Bentleys are not without nuances and idiosyncrasies and they
are renown for a host of design issues which can make them not inexpensive to
maintain. This is well documented in many circles. You need to be a special and
considerate type of purchaser to own a Rolls-Royce or Bentley. Their down-side
is part of the fun in owning them! As the old saying goes; "we love to
hate them and hate to love them!" So, please respect the terms and
conditions when you bid.
~~oo00oo~~
~~ **Please
note: This Bentley is part of the collection of the Park-Ward Motor
Museum. As a professional
collector and experienced restorer, I have my own Rolls-Royce and Bentley
dedicated workshop with qualified craftsmen on hand. As a passionate collector
of the marque I take great pride and pleasure in passing on any of my cars to
its next owner (“caretaker”). In so doing, once this Bentley is sold, I will
put the car back thru my workshop to ensure that it is mechanically sound and
all major features and functions are operating as described even though the car
is contractually being sold "as-is". Certain items such as final
electrical tests and hydraulic pressure checks are usually left for this stage
as these are considered "commissioning procedures". This and
considerable other work will be performed after the sale and before delivery.
This is all done at NO CHARGE. Who else selling a Bentley or Rolls-Royce on
eBay does this?! Depending on our work load, please allow approximately 7-10
business days for this procedure. For more information on the Park-Ward Motor
Museum and our skills,
please eBay message me and I would be happy to show you some 100 Rolls-Royces
restored to varying levels over the last few years. ~~