2011 Bentley Continental GTC Convertible

2011 Bentley Continental GTC Convertible Review

2011 Bentley Continental GTC Convertible is a new car issued by the manufacturer of Bentley 2011. This car is one of the car edition of the Bentley Continental GTC Convertible. This 2011 Bentley Continental GTC Convertible Power (SAE) : 552 hp @ 6,100 rpm; 479 ft lb of torque @ 1,600 rpm. For the Exterior dimensions : 189.1 in. overall length, 75.5 in. overall width, 55.0 in. overall height, 108.1 in. wheelbase, 63.9 in. front track, 63.3 in. rear track and 37.4 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle. And Interior dimensions : 37.0 in. front headroom, 36.6 in. rear headroom, 42.3 in. front leg room, 29.3 in. rear leg room, 61.7 in. front shoulder room and 51.9 in. rear shoulder room.

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2011 Bentley Continental GTC Convertible Specification

Price: $205,600
MPG: 11 - 18 mpg
Bodystyle: Convertible

Performance
Turbocharged
Engine: 6.0L Wtwelve-cylinder DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder
E85 / premium unleaded fuel
Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 8 MPG city, 13 MPG highway, 10 MPG combined and 238 mi. range
Multi-point fuel injection
23.8gallon fuel tank
Power (SAE): 552 hp @ 6,100 rpm; 479 ft lb of torque @ 1,600 rpm
Secondary fuel economy

Handling
ABS
Brake assist system
Ventilated four-wheel disc brakes
Electronic brake distribution
Electronic traction control (via ABS & engine management)
Immobilizer
Center mechanical limited-slip differential
Driver selectable responsive suspensionfeatures: electronic-control
Space-saver spare tire with steel rim
Stability control
Independent front wishbone suspension with stabilizer bar and air springs, independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar and air springs
Front and rear suspension levelling

Exterior
Body-color front and rear bumpers
Convertible rollover protection: concealed system
Electric soft convertible roof
Driver and passenger and passenger power, heated ,body-color door mirrors
Power liftgate
Exterior dimensions: 189.1 in. overall length, 75.5 in. overall width, 55.0 in. overall height, 108.1 in. wheelbase, 63.9 in. front track, 63.3 in. rear track and 37.4 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle
Electric foldable mirrors
Headlight cleaners
Bi-Xenon headlights with projector beam lenses
Luxury trim: chrome and leather on shifter, wood & leather on doors and wood & leather on dashboard
Metallic paint
Rear window defroster
Trunk/hatch spoiler
Weights: published curb weight (lbs): 5,478
Intermittent windshield wipers

Interior
Front 12V power outlet(s)
Dual-zone fully-automatic climate control
Diversity antenna
Anti-theft protection includes: interior monitoring and anti-lift
Front and rear ashtray
Audio system with AM/FM radio, six CDs ; includes RDS , satellite radio
Cargo capacity: 9.2 cu. ft. all seats in place
Cigar lighter in front seats and in rear seats
Coming home device
Compass
Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
Cruise control
Front cup holders
Outside air temperature indicator
Floor mats
Intelligent driver front airbag, intelligent passenger front airbag with occupant sensors
Heated sports driver seat with seven 14-way power ; details: memorized height, memorized lumbar, memorized tilt and memorized thigh support, heated sports front passenger seat: with six 12-way power ; details: memorized height, memorized lumbar and memorized tilt
Front seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger
Front seat center armrest
Garage door opener
Headlight control with dusk sensor
Two front and rear seats head restraints
Heated washer
Interior dimensions: 37.0 in. front headroom, 36.6 in. rear headroom, 42.3 in. front leg room, 29.3 in. rear leg room, 61.7 in. front shoulder room and 51.9 in. rear shoulder room
Low tire pressure indicator
Memorized adjustment: includes door mirror position and steering wheel position
Navigation system with full map and voice
Front and rear radar parking distance sensors
Card key power locks , includes power windows
Vehicle speed-proportional power steering
Power windows, express driver and passenger
Front and rear reading lights
Rear seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger
Rear seat center armrest
Rear seats:
Auto-dimming rear view mirror
Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
Remote control trunk/hatch release
Seating: four passengers
Leather upholstery
Service interval indicator
Front and rear side airbag
Smart card/smart key; includes central locking ; includes ignition starter and memory seat
Eight speakers
Leather-trimmed, tilt/ telescoping steering wheel
Tachometer
Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
Ventilation system with micro filter, automatic recirculation and active carbon filter
Voice activating system for phone

Warranty
Basic 3 year / Unlimited miles
Free Maintenance N/A
Drivetrain 3 year / Unlimited miles
Roadside 3 year / Unlimited miles
Rust 3 year / Unlimited miles

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2011 Bentley Continental Supersport Base Coupe

2011 Bentley Continental Supersport Base Coupe Review

2011 Bentley Continental Supersport Base Coupe is a new car issued by the manufacturer of Bentley in 2011. This car is one of the car edition of the Bentley Continental Supersport Base Coupe. This 2011 Bentley Continental Supersport Base Coupe Power (SAE): 621 hp @ 6,000 rpm; 590 ft lb of torque @ 1,700 rpm. For the Exterior dimensions : 189.1 in. overall length, 76.6 in. overall width, 54.3 in. overall height, 108.1 in. wheelbase, 63.9 in. front track, 65.2 in. rear track and 37.4 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle. And for Interior dimensions: 37.0 in. front headroom, 42.3 in. front leg room and 59.4 in. front shoulder room.

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2011 Bentley Continental Supersport Base Coupe Specification

Price: $267,000
MPG: 8 - 14 mpg
Bodystyle: Coupe

Performance
# Turbocharged
# Engine: 6.0L Wtwelve-cylinder DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder
# E85 / premium unleaded fuel
# Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 8 MPG city, 14 MPG highway, 10 MPG combined and 238 mi. range
# Multi-point fuel injection
# 23.8gallon fuel tank
# Power (SAE): 621 hp @ 6,000 rpm; 590 ft lb of torque @ 1,700 rpm
# Secondary fuel economy

Handling
* ABS
* Brake assist system
* Ceramic brakes
* Ventilated four-wheel disc brakes
* Electronic brake distribution
* Electronic traction control (via ABS & engine management)
* Immobilizer
* Center mechanical limited-slip differential
* Driver selectable responsive suspensionfeatures: electronic-control
* Stability control
* Independent front wishbone suspension with stabilizer bar and air springs, independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar and air springs
* Front and rear suspension levelling
* Tire kit

Exterior
* Body-color front and rear bumpers
* Driver and passenger and passenger power, heated ,body-color door mirrors
* Exterior dimensions: 189.1 in. overall length, 76.6 in. overall width, 54.3 in. overall height, 108.1 in. wheelbase, 63.9 in. front track, 65.2 in. rear track and 37.4 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle
* Electric foldable mirrors
* Front fog lights
* Headlight cleaners
* Bi-Xenon headlights with projector beam lenses
* Luxury trim: chrome and leather on shifter, suede on doors and carbon fiber on dashboard
* Gloss paint
* Rear window defroster
* Trunk/hatch spoiler
* Weights: published curb weight (lbs): 4,939
* Intermittent windshield wipers

Interior
* Cargo area, front and rear 12V power outlet(s)
* Dual-zone fully-automatic climate control
* Diversity antenna
* Anti-theft protection includes: interior monitoring and anti-lift
* Front ashtray
* Audio system with AM/FM radio ; includes RDS
* Cargo capacity: 13.1 cu. ft. all seats in place
* Cigar lighter in front seats
* Coming home device
* Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
* Cruise control
* Front cup holders
* Entertainment display screen located in front
* Outside air temperature indicator
* Floor mats
* Intelligent driver front airbag, intelligent passenger front airbag with occupant sensors
* Heated racing driver seat and front passenger seat:
* Front seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger
* Front seat center armrest
* Garage door opener
* Headlight control with dusk sensor
* Two front head restraints
* Heated washer
* Interior dimensions: 37.0 in. front headroom, 42.3 in. front leg room and 59.4 in. front shoulder room
* Low tire pressure indicator
* Memorized adjustment: includes door mirror position and steering wheel position
* Navigation system with full map and voice
* Front and rear radar parking distance sensors
* Card key power locks , includes power windows and speed sensing
* Vehicle speed-proportional power steering
* Power windows, express driver and passenger
* Front and rear reading lights
* Auto-dimming rear view mirror
* Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
* Remote control trunk/hatch release
* Front and rear curtain airbag
* Seating: two passengers
* Alcantara upholstery
* Service interval indicator
* Front side airbag
* Smart card/smart key; includes central locking ; includes ignition starter and memory seat
* Eight speakers
* Alloy & leather-trimmed, tilt/ telescoping steering wheel
* Tachometer
* Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
* Ventilation system with micro filter, automatic recirculation and active carbon filter
* Voice activating system for phone

Waranty
Basic 3 year / Unlimited miles
Free Maintenance N/A
Drivetrain 3 year / Unlimited miles
Roadside 3 year / Unlimited miles
Rust 3 year / Unlimited miles

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2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Base Sedan

2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Base Sedan Review

2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Base Sedan is a new car issued by the manufacturer of Bentley in 2011. This car is one of the car edition of the Bentley Continental Flying Spur Base Sedan. This 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Base Sedan Power (SAE): 552 hp @ 6,100 rpm; 479 ft lb of torque @ 1,600 rpm. For the Exterior dimensions: 208.3 in. overall length, 75.4 in. overall width, 58.1 in. overall height, 120.7 in. wheelbase, 63.9 in. front track, 63.3 in. rear track and 38.7 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle.

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2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Base Sedan Specification

Price: $181,200
MPG: 8 - 13 mpg
Bodystyle: Sedan
Performance
* Turbocharged
* Engine: 6.0L Wtwelve-cylinder DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder
* E85 / premium unleaded fuel
* Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 8 MPG city, 13 MPG highway, 10 MPG combined and 238 mi. range
* Multi-point fuel injection
* 23.8-gallon fuel tank
* Power (SAE): 552 hp @ 6,100 rpm; 479 ft lb of torque @ 1,600 rpm
* Secondary fuel economy:

Handling
* ABS
* Brake assist system
* Ventilated four-wheel disc brakes
* Electronic brake distribution
* Electronic traction control (via ABS & engine management)
* Immobilizer
* Center mechanical limited-slip differential
* Driver selectable responsive suspensionfeatures: electronic-control
* Space-saver spare tire with steel rim
* Stability control
* Independent front wishbone suspension with stabilizer bar and air springs, independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar and air springs
* Front and rear suspension levelling

Exterior
* Body-color front and rear bumpers
* Driver and passenger and passenger power, heated ,body-color door mirrors
* Power liftgate
* Exterior dimensions: 208.3 in. overall length, 75.4 in. overall width, 58.1 in. overall height, 120.7 in. wheelbase, 63.9 in. front track, 63.3 in. rear track and 38.7 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle
* Electric foldable mirrors
* Headlight cleaners
* Bi-Xenon headlights with projector beam lenses
* Laminated side windows
* Luxury trim: chrome and leather on shifter, wood & leather on doors and wood & leather on dashboard
* Metallic paint
* Rear window defroster
* Electric glass sunroof
* Curb weight: lbs
* Intermittent windshield wipers

Interior
* Front and rear 12V power outlet(s)
* Four-zone fully-automatic climate control
* Diversity antenna
* Anti-theft protection includes: interior monitoring and anti-lift
* Front and rear ashtray
* Audio system with AM/FM radio, six CDs (reads MP3 format) ; includes RDS , satellite radio
* Cargo capacity: 16.7 cu. ft. all seats in place
* Cigar lighter in front seats and in rear seats
* Coming home device
* Compass
* Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
* Cruise control
* Front cup holders
* Outside air temperature indicator
* Floor mats
* Intelligent driver front airbag, intelligent passenger front airbag with occupant sensors
* Nine 18-way power heated ventilated and climate-controlled bucket driver seat and front passenger seat: with active/massage
* Height adjustable front seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger
* Front seat center armrest
* Garage door opener
* Headlight control with dusk sensor and active headlights
* Two height-adjustable, electrically-adjustable front head restraints, two height-adjustable rear seats head restraints
* Heated washer
* Interior dimensions: 41.5 in. front leg room, 38.6 in. rear leg room, 61.6 in. front shoulder room and 60.4 in. rear shoulder room
* Low tire pressure indicator
* Memorized adjustment: includes door mirror position and steering wheel position
* Navigation system with full map and voice
* Front and rear radar parking distance sensors
* Card key power locks , includes power windows and speed sensing
* Vehicle speed-proportional power steering
* Power windows, express driver and passenger
* Front and rear reading lights
* Rear seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver, rear seat belts with pre-tensioners for passenger, 3-point rear seat belts with pre-tensioners for center
* Rear seat center armrest with trunk access
* ; details: manual recline and maunal lumbar adj.
* Auto-dimming rear view mirror
* Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
* Electric trunk/hatch release
* Front and rear curtain airbag
* Seating: five passengers
* Leather upholstery
* Service interval indicator
* Front and rear side airbag
* Smart card/smart key; includes central locking ; includes ignition starter and memory seat
* Twelve speakers
* Leather-trimmed, tilt/ telescoping steering wheel
* Tachometer
* Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
* Ventilation system with micro filter, automatic recirculation and active carbon filter
* Voice activating system for phone

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2009 MTM Bentley Continental GT Birkin Edition

(from MTM Press Release) MTM's Birkin Edition upgrades performance of Bentley standard model

– 650 Hp and 795 Nm with the Birkin Edition kit for the Continental GT, GTC, Flying Spur, GT Speed, GTC Speed and Continental Supersports
– Unbeatable: the 331 km/h world record with MTM's Bentley Continental GT still stands after three years.
– Exclusive 21-inch "bimoto" alloy rims.

Even though Bentley offers greater power and performance in the new Speed version standard models, the special series offer 650 Hp performance in addition to an exclusive sporty look. After nearly three years, the 331 km/h world record still stands – achieved by a sportscar with the MTM Bentley Continental GT. With MTM's Birkin Edition kit, the Continental GT, GTC and Flying Spur series can be upgraded with an exclusive and sporty look, fully in line with the legendary Bentley Boys, who exerted such an influence on the racing scene around 75 years ago.

The modified performance data with which MTM has revived the Bentley cannot be documented in purely technical terms, but performance is also proved on the track in the true sense of the word "experience". The MTM Bentley took three seconds off the standard counterpart on the short Hockenheim circuit, and also three seconds in the 0 to 200 km/h sprint, which the MTM Bolide achieved in 15.9 seconds. No wonder: With his great love for detail and technical efficiency, the developer Roland Mayer pushed the crucial 90 more Hp out of the 12-cylinder standard engine at Wettstetten near Ingolstadt. 650 Hp is the result, and the in-house performance tests recorded 795 Nm, supported by a perfectly coordinated exhaust system with muffler and throttle control which, in addition to the increased performance, delivers a beguiling sound.

As far as the optics and external appearance are concerned, MTM has made no obvious changes to the bodywork. The four-pipe exhaust system with MTM's F-Cantronic gives the tail its visual effect: approximately 30 mm lower than in the standard series. The small intelligent electronic control unit lowers the 2.4-tonner by 35 mm at the rear axle and by around 25 mm at the front axle. Combined with 21-inch alloy rims, the timeless Bimoto design lends an exclusive, sportier look to the Bentley, which not only offers more dynamics to buyers of new vehicles, but will also appeal to those who already drive a Bentley.

EUR 20,000 incl. VAT. MTM throws in the VAT, TЬV certification and assembly in the Birkin edition kit. Those who are still not satisfied can fall back on the MTM Individual program which, as the name implies, customises according to the buyer's wishes.

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Bentley Supersports Biofuel

Well, whatever they eventually name it, it seems not even ultra-luxury automakers like Bentley are immune to the required eco-sensitivity of our times. And why not? We should all do our part. If Willie Nelson can start a bio-diesel fuel company then, yes, Bentley should have this. At the Geneva auto salon earlier this year Bentley premiered a Continental GT that runs on ethanol and called it the Continental Supersports, for lack of a more appropriate name, apparently.

And the upside is that the E85 version is a better performer, upping the power quotient on the 6.0 liter W12 engine to 630 hp, 20 hp more than the GT Speed and 78 more than the standard Continental GT. 0 to 100 km/h comes in at under 4 seconds (3.9 s). Another marked improvement over the GT and GT Speed, which come in at 4.8 and 4.5 seconds, respectively. There's also a modest jump in top speed - 329 km/h compared to 322 (GT Speed) and 318 km/h (Continental GT).

But the improved performance does not necessarily reflect the power of the E85 (ethanol) fuel. Bentley has put the Continental on a diet to the tune of 110 less kilograms through the use of carbon fiber components. There's also a new Quickshift gearbox that makes changes twice as fast as the previous iteration of the transmission. It also has a wider track at the rear by 50 millimeters.

The spy shots seen here are of the Continental Supersports arriving at the track at Nurburgring for a little exercise. Cosmetic differences to the standard Continental GT are minimal, with a different rear bumper and tailpipes and larger air intakes at the front, which improve cooling to also help increase those performance numbers.

Whoever will be driving this, though, you can bet they won't be whistling On the Road Again. Willie, you interested?

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Bentley Continental Supersports

Bentley Continental Supersports is the fastest and most powerful Bentley ever. It is the extreme Bentley, a muscular two-seater that delivers supercar performance and a highly focused driving experience. The Supersports is also the first Bentley capable of running on both petrol (gasoline) and biofuel, pioneering the use of FlexFuel technology in the luxury sector. This represents stage one of the company’s commitment to make its complete model range compatible with renewable fuels by 2012.

Available worldwide from autumn 2009, the Continental Supersports will be FlexFuel compatible in the majority of markets from launch with North American cars offering the capability by summer 2010, following regulatory approval. The Continental Supersports began as an ‘under the radar’ project exploring the possibilities of weight reduction on the Continental GT but with more power and torque. A largely experimental process crystallised over a period of 24 months into an official new car programme, driven by the passion and enthusiasm of a small group of Bentley engineers and designers.

The results are dramatic. With 630PS (621 bhp) and new ‘Quickshift’ transmission that halves shift times, the Supersports sets new performance benchmarks for Bentley. It accelerates from 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds (0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds) onto a top speed of 204 mph (329 km/h). Supercar performance is complemented by an array of chassis enhancements including retuned steering and suspension, utilising lighter weight components, retuned dampers and anti-roll bars.

Agility is further sharpened by the 40:60 rear-biased torque split for the all-wheel drive system, a wider rear track, bespoke lightweight 20-inch alloy wheels and a unique electronic stability programme. Carbon ceramic brakes are standard fitment, benefiting steering response, grip and ride comfort, while saving weight. Overall, the engineering team have achieved a weight reduction of 110 kg (243 lb) compared with the Continental GT Speed.

The Supersports is further distinguished from its Continental coupe stable mates by a unique dark-smoked steel finish to all exterior ‘brightware’, including front grilles, lamp bezels, window surrounds and wheels. A complex ‘Physical Vapour Deposition’ process is applied to all stainless steel components to give a lustrous and highly durable finish. A car industry first, this process is normally used as a coating on industrial tools, watches and even hip replacement joints.

Bentley Supersports is a strict two-seater featuring all-new lightweight sports seats with carbon fibre clamshell rear panels. In the rear compartment, the seats are replaced by a stowage deck with a carbon fibre luggage retaining beam.

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2009 Bentley Continental GTC Speed

(from Bentley Press Release) The 200 mph GTC Speed is Bentley’s most powerful convertible ever. The latest GTC range is refined and extended with two new models The new GTC delivers enhanced style, comfort and choice

Now, the introduction of the new GTC range builds on this success with a subtle evolution of its distinctive style and a range of technical and feature enhancements benefiting comfort and customer choice. The appeal of the GTC is further strengthened by the addition of the new 600bhp (610PS) GTC Speed model. It is Bentley’s most powerful convertible ever and inspired by Bentley’s legendary ‘Speed Models’ from the 1920s.

The new GTC models share a fresh frontal appearance. The radiator grille is more upright with a more pronounced square edge, accentuating the Bentley profile, and bolder lower air intake. These latest models are further distinguished by chrome headlamp bezels, the availability of two new exterior paints and a new colour hide.

For the standard GTC, new low-friction dampers provide improved ride comfort. In addition, two significant new options may be specified on both GTC models: lightweight, fade-resistant, carbon-ceramic brakes, the largest production passenger car brakes in the world, and a sophisticated follow-to-stop Adaptive Cruise Control system with long-range radar sensor that monitors traffic ahead and manages throttle and brakes to maintain a driver-selected time gap.

The GTC’s chassis and exceptionally rigid steel body have proved more than capable of coping with the power of the 552bhp (560PS) 6-litre W12 engine. For the new Continental GTC Speed, Bentley’s twin-turbocharged W12 now develops 600bhp (610PS) that delivers true 200 mph (322 km/h) performance, with the roof up, with exhilarating, effortless acceleration. Even with the roof down the GTC Speed can reach 195 mph (312 km/h).

The Continental GTC Speed is visually distinguished by subtle design enhancements which emphasise its higher performance credentials. At the front, the radiator and lower air intake grilles feature a dark tinted matrix as standard. Larger diameter 9.5J x 20-inch, multi-spoke alloy wheels with Bentley-bespoke Pirelli PZero ultra-high performance (UHP) tyres, lowered and uprated suspension, wider twin-rifled exhaust tail pipes and a new boot-mounted lip spoiler that enhances high speed aerodynamics, reinforce the sporting character of the Speed model.

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Bentley Continental GTC offroad in sand dunes – video

We would never have thought to use a supercar sedan for a romp among the sand dunes, but in this video you will find the off-road qualities of the Bentley Continental GTC clearly on display. The Bentley in the sand dunes doesn’t appear to have too much difficulty, though it’s a rather strange way to enjoy a cabriolet that costs 210,000 euros.



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Bentley Power on Ice extreme driving - video

Would you like to try a Bentley in extreme driving conditions in the arctic region? Sounds good for a kind of high class, extreme sports holiday but it might be a bit out of your reach, so in compensation we give you this Power on Ice video from Bentley.

It’s an extreme driving course showing the lovely vehicles on action in the snow, and in February it will be held in Finland. Vehicles available include the Continental Flying Spur, GT and GTC.



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Bentley Power on Ice Event Set for February 2009

For the fourth year in a row, Bentley Motors is hosting their Power on Ice event. For 7,590 Euros (approximately $9,867), the team of Finnish rally star Juha Kankkunen will briefly instruct drivers in the art of ice driving in a Bentley Continental, before turning them loose on a frozen lake outside Kuusamo, Finland.

Juha Kankkunen, a native of Finland, is a renowned rally driver. In March 2007, he set a record for driving on ice using a Bentley Continental GT.

This is the fourth year Bentley Motors has hosted the Power on Ice event. The 7,590 Euro price tag includes first-class accommodations at the Ruka Peak Hotel, meals, and all activities for one person. Alternative accommodations are available for a premium, with the most expensive option-a Ruka Peak Cottage-rounding out at 8,990 Euros ($11,672). A family package-all inclusive for two adults and three children-is also available for 24,980 Euros ($32,346).

Five trips are planned, each lasting three days. The first trip starts on February 16th, and the last starts on March 4th.

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2009 Bentley Azure T

(from Bentley press release) Stylish and powerful, the new Bentley Azure T is the world’s most elegant convertible and destined to become a future classic. With unique Bentley ‘T’ styling cues reinforcing its sporting stance, the 500bhp Azure T delivers driver-focused performance with the ability to transport four adults in first-class, open-top luxury.

The new Azure T, specified with the high performance version of Crewe’s iconic 6ѕ litre V8 engine, is the latest in a line of Bentley models to bear the ‘T’ legend. The 1996 Continental coupe was the first modern Bentley ‘T’, followed in 2002 by the Arnage T, both flagship models with a distinctive sporting character and thunderous performance.

The Azure’s already striking form is now enhanced by 20-inch 5-spoke wheels and tyres, ‘Le Mans’ front wing vents, dark tint matrix grille and a sculpted, retractable Flying ‘B’ mascot.

For the performance-oriented Azure T, the twin-turbocharged V8 engine produces 500bhp and 1000 Nm of torque – an 11 per cent increase in power and a 14 per cent increase in torque over its 450bhp/875 Nm Azure stable mate.

The famous Bentley wave of torque is even more prodigious than before and performance is significantly raised with a top speed of 179 mph (288 km/h) and a 0-60 mph time of just 5.2 seconds (0-100 km/h in 5.5 sec).

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ASI Tetsu Bentley GTR - SEMA 2008

The heavily modified Bentley Continental GT packs a galloping 800 horsepower under the hood. It’s good to know the boys and girls who drag their work to SEMA are capable of backing up over-the-top exterior modifications with knee-liquefying power.

The matte ride is branded the ASI Tetsu GTR, and while the seriously sculpted body work is a far cry from the car Walter built, we’ve got to say there’s something about it that tickles my fancy. Maybe it’s the flat paint. Black is cool, but that white just looks good enough to eat whole.

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2009 Bentley Continental GT Speed

Bentley Continental GT Speed weighs a staggering 2350kg and can travel at an obscenely fast 326km/h (that’s 202mph) the first Bentley production car to hit the crash through the 200mph barrier. Acceleration from 0-100km/h will take you just 4.5 seconds or quicker than BMW’s M5. Not only that, the Speed can match the M5 in the S-bends too.

Although the engine is essentially the same as in the standard Continental GT, its been tuned to deliver more grunt. Step on the drilled alloy accelerator pedal and get ready for a serious g-force assault. Initially – it feels like the Bugatti Veyron boosting up, as the torque driven acceleration for a car of these proportions, seems positively unnatural.

Power is up nine percent to 449kW and torque has jumped by 15 percent to a huge 750Nm. Despite the substantial increase though, the Speed is only marginally quicker than its GT sibling. Either way, life at full throttle in any Bentley Continental GT, is just a blur.

The Speed’s extra wide 20-inch, 26-spoke forged alloys (the GT gets 19-inch wheels) would have to rate as the word’s best looking wheels, and shod with specially made Pirelli 275/30ZR20 P-ZERO rubber, grip levels through tight bends mean that the laws of physics as I know them, have been re-written by the Bentley boys.

However, when you are dealing in the over $420,000 league, standard is never enough, and optional carbon ceramics are all but mandatory, despite the $30,000 price tag. As always, you get what you pay for, try 420mm x 40mm cross-drilled front discs and 356mm on the rear with eight-piston callipers! With over $450,000 worth of car sitting in your driveway its hard not to feel better than the bloke next door with his unwashed diesel powered VW Polo, but at least he owns his!

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Bentley Continental GTC Speed spied

These are the first images of what will become the convertible version of the Bentley GT Speed - likely to be named the GTC Speed.

Spied here at the Nurburgring, it will become the fastest drop-top Bentley has built in its 90-year long history.

Power is likely to be on par with its hard-top sibling, developing around 550kW from its twin-turbocharged W12 engine.

From a standstill, the GTC Speed should take just 4.5 seconds to reach 100km/h and keep going to a top speed beyond 320km/h.

As with its ‘Speed’ spec coupe sibling, the GTC Speed will boast wider wheels compared to the standard GT and more prominent exhaust pipes.

However to accommodate its folding roof, it seems the rear spoiler has shrunk slightly.

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Bentley Arnage – Final Series

It’s been 10 years since the four-door flagship of the Bentley range was released. 1998 saw the introduction of the Arnage - a stately, luxurious sedan with all the Bentley hallmarks of immense torque, precise handling and cossetting opulence. Today Bentley has announced that the last run of Arnages will be released under the Final Series banner.

A run of 150 cars will be built, but then folks, it’s all over. 90 years of tradition is wrapped up in these last cars, and it also marks the 50th anniversary of the 6.75-litre V8 that we’ve come to know in so many Bentleys. However the real kicker in the press release is this line: “Arnage Final Series also signals the end of an era, as Bentley prepares for the future.”

Bentley has also moved with the times, with the entertainment centre head unit getting an SD card slot, and IPod input, as well as USB, Mini USB, and a 3.5mm auxillary jack. Of course, Naim audio is standard.

But it’s under the bonnet that things really heat up. Using the same engine as the Brooklands, the Arnage final series gets the full-welly twin turbocharged V8, with 373kW and a colossal 1000Nm of torque. ZF’s supreme six-speed automatic bolts up to it for smooth shifting, and it will move this 2.6-tonne sedan from 0-100km/h in 5.5 seconds.

“The Final Series is the perfect model to give our Arnage flagship a splendid send off,” said Stuart McCullough, Member of the Board, Sales and Marketing. “Handcrafted at Crewe, this exclusive run of 150 cars represents the ultimate expression of Bentley luxury and effortless power.”

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2009 ASI Bentley Continental GTC

(from ASI) Bentley Continental GTC　Body Kit (Full)

Front Bumper Spoiler (incl. Carbon Lip + LED)
L+R Side Step (Side Skirt) (incl. Carbon Lip)
Rear Bumper Spoiler (incl. Carbon Lip & Rear Exhaust Cutter)
Rear Trunk (Boot) Spoiler (Carbon & Fiberglass

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Bentlummer - What is it??

So has Bentley finally gone ahead and built that much-rumoured SUV it has been muttering about for years?

No, it hasn't. This thing, this assault on your poor innocent eyes, is - as you might have guessed - a Hummer modified to look like a Bentley. And painted gold. Very gold.

Why? We really don't know. Suffice to say it hails from that capital of car couture, Dubai, and that the owner is heavily weighing down one end of the Money-Sense scales. We'll let you decide which end.

We mock, but we've a horrible, sneaking suspicion that this might be the next big thing among the Premiership elite. Can't decide between a Bentley and a Hummer? Have both. Bolt an Aston to the roof and you're there...

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2008 Project Kahn Bentley GTS Black Edition

(from Project Kahn Press Release) Bentley Continental GTS – ‘Black Edition’

Project Kahn is proud to announce the launch of the new Bentley Continental GTS ‘Black Edition’.

The ‘Black Edition’ has an eight-piece body consisting of a three piece rear valance, two side skirts, a two piece front valance and a rear boot spoiler. This kit has been developed by our Project Kahn design team and has undergone many hours of testing not only to ensure safety but also to ensure that a perfect fit is achieved for each car.

The ‘Black Edition’ package contains a full interior styling programme which includes a bespoke Project Kahn Luxury Leather upgrade and high gloss piano black interior fascia panels with the optional extras of either a high gloss piano black steering or a carbon fibre finish steering wheel. Each car comes with privacy tinted glass perfectly matched to compliment the cars exterior.

To complete the ‘low to the road’ aggressive stance the ‘black edition’ is fitted with a Project Kahn electronic lowering module. As standard the suspension is lowered by 20mm but this can be adjusted according to the customers’ requirements.

Each ‘Black Edition’ is fitted with the Project Kahn GTS sports exhaust system which provides a slight increase in performance whilst accelerating but more importantly emits a unique sound emanating from the car as a deep rumble.

However the most unique feature of the ‘Black Edition’ is the addition of the new ‘Silver Mist’ alloy wheel.

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STRUT Bentley Continental Flying Spur Oxford

(from STRUT Site) STRUT Options

- Primary Grille

- Front Air Dam Intake

- Rear Air Dam Escape

- Side Vent (optional)

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Sean Connery's ' 1956 Bentley S1 Saloon Luxury Auto Up for Auction

A beautiful 1961 Bentley S2 saloon that belonged to actor Sean Connery is going up for sale this Saturday in England. Luxury car is being offered at Bonhams' Rolls-Royce, Bentley and Select Pre-War Motor Cars and Automobilia Sale during the Rolls-Royce Enthusiast's Club's Annual Rally at historic Kelmarsh Hall near Northampton. The stately S2 model saloon, above, finished in two-tone Shell Grey/Tudor Grey with a contrasting red leather interior, is estimated at only $24,000 - $30,000.

Also included in the auction: A rare 1919/20 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Alpine Eagle, est. $280,000 - $320,000, the highest-priced lot; the ex-Earls Court Motor Show 1962 Rolls-Royce Phantom V Touring Limousine, one of only 13 built, est. $116,000 - $130,000; a 1963 Bentley S3 Continental Flying Spur Saloon with coachwork by H J Mulliner, est. $130,000 - $140,000; and the steal of the sale, a 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Saloon, formerly the property of Lord Leverhulme, Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire, which has been ridden in by several members of the Britsh Royal Family including the Queen Mother, Prince Charles and the late Princess Di, est. only $26,000 - $30,000.

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