Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Bentley Continental GT


The Bentley Continental GT not a car for an average budget, but is still a beautiful car to admire. The Continental GT, a 2 plus 2 grand touring coupe, was first manufactured in 2003.

What is not well known is that Bentley is owned by the Volkswagon Group!
OK, it does not look like any other Volkswagon, yes that is correct....but it actually shares many technical components with the
Volkswagen Phaeton. The Phaeton is sold in Europe and was brought to the U.S. but was discontinued in 2008 due to slow sales.

The Continental GT is equipped with a 6.0L, twin-turbocharged W12 engine, producing 552 hp , with a top speed of 198 mph (319 km/h). The Continental GT also comes with all wheel drive as a standard feature.
Check out the Continental GT video!


The convertible version of the Continental GT is shown above. The Continental GTC was first introduced as 2007 model. Pricing for the GTC starts at $217,200.


Bentley started production on the Continental GT Speed in 2009, horsepower increased to 603 hp, with a top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h) and a 0-60 mph time of 4.3 seconds. The price for this model is $223,900 USD or £137,000. The Continental GT Speed is the first production Bentley officially capable of reaching 202 mph. Check out the exhaust note of the GT Speed ...it sounds great!
My take on the Bentley Continental GT is that it is a wonderful machine. Although, a dream for most....it is still something worth aspiring for!
Information via Wikipedia!

6 comments:

  1. Hi Pete .. doesn't it look wonderful? .. I can smell the leather from here!!

    Sadly I did know that VW had taken Bentley over ..

    I think I'll aim for a red Continental!!

    That's cheered my morning!!

    All the best -
    Hilary Melton-Butcher
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  2. Hello Hilary,

    Based upon your comments, the Bentley Continental GT is definitely your ride! It definity fits you perfectly! The only decision should it be the GT or the GTC!

    Bentley uses an average of 14 hides in the interior of the car...so the scent of leather is part of the aura of this magnificant machine.

    Thank you for commenting!

    Best Regards

    Pete Baca
    The Car Enthusiast Online

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  3. Hi Pete .. yes definitely MY RED CAR!!!

    Your father in law .. I do hope things improve .. yes - it'll be the drugs .. my uncle was the same .. and it took them a day or two to get the dose right.

    All the best to you and the family ..
    Hilary Melton-Butcher
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  4. Hello Hilary,

    You have such a magnificent auto history! Wouldn't this be the perfect addition to your stable?

    I have not seen you so excited about any other car! You should aim for this car as your next vehicle! There are not many cars that can compare to this beautiful machine.

    Thank you for the kind words for my father-in-law and family!

    Pete Baca
    The Car Enthusiast Online

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  5. Pete,

    Wow what a beautiful car. It is a little pricey though isnt it. Ill take two! Thanks for the great info.

    Dr. Bob Moulas

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  6. Hello Dr. Bob,

    Yes it is beautiful and expensive! I guess that comes with the territory! It would be a problem deciding between the GT and GTC decisions...decisions!

    Thanks for commenting on my blog!

    Pete Baca
    The Car Enthusiast Online

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