2002 Bentley Continental R Mulliner

Offered with just 14k seller-stated miles, this 2002 Bentley Continental R Mulliner is, simply put, a very fine and highly attractive example of these ultra-luxurious and rare hand-built supercars. It is just 1 of 11 left-hand drive models built for 2002, and it's finished in one of the most desirable color combos available.

Finished in Black over Tan leather upholstery, this example rides on a set of bold 18-inch chrome wheels residing underneath aggressively flared wheel arches. Tires are 285/45 Pirelli P-Zero Asimmetrico with 2012 date codes. Other impactful visual cues include color-matched bumper covers and side mirrors, discreet chrome trim, a power-operated antenna, and a single exhaust outlet.

Interior features and passenger amenities are many, as expected of a Bentley. Beginning with the richly appointed Tan Connolly leather upholstery to the seats, door panels, and lower dash, plus black carpeting with matching mouton sheepskin floor mats, the Continental R Mulliner passenger cabin is handsomely accented with burled walnut trim to the center console, shift knob, dash, and door panels. Additional amenities include automatic climate control, power-adjustable and heated front seats, and bolstered rear seats with a locking rear console. Other highlights include power windows, power-folding door mirrors, and cruise control. Greeting the driver are a leather-wrapped, two-tone steering wheel, 170-mph speedometer, 4,500-rpm redline tachometer, and useful instruments housed within the center stack displaying oil temperature, oil pressure, coolant temperature, battery voltage, and fuel level. The digital odometer currently indicates 14k miles, with about 1,000 miles added under the current owner. Service and maintenance work includes replacement of the airbag spiral cable and the seatbelt pre-tensioner wiring in May 2021.

Powering this modern Bentley performer is a turbocharged and intercooled 6.75-liter Bosch MK-Motronic fuel-injected V-8 engine paired with a GM-source four-speed automatic transmission with console shift lever. Developing 420 factory-rated horsepower, this power plant more importantly delivers 650 lb-ft of torque for effortless acceleration and merging in today’s traffic. Underpinnings include self-leveling four-wheel independent suspension with adaptive ride control and four-wheel disc brakes including twin-caliper units up front. Service work under the current ownership includes replacement of the spark plugs in 2018 and an oil change completed July 2020.

Already exceedingly rare, this 2002 Bentley Continental R Mulliner is understood to by 1 of just 11 left-hand drive examples produced for the model year. It was reportedly delivered new to Bentley Downers Grove in Illinois prior to being acquired by the current owner in March 2017. Included in the offering of this high-specification Bentley are two umbrellas, service records from the current ownership, manufacturer’s books and literature, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Florida title in the owner’s name. As above, the digital odometer indicates 14k miles, with approximately 1,000 miles added under the current ownership. The Carfax report shows no accidents or other damage and lists the Bentley’s history in New York and Florida.

A hand-built and immensely stylish and luxurious exotic touring car, this Bentley Continental R Mulliner offers a thrilling experience with every drive, matching its unforgettable style and presence. As 1 of just 11 original left-hand drive examples produced for the final 2002 model year, it's a collector-grade modern Bentley legend that's ready to enjoy and appreciate with vigor.