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Bentley Continental GT, GTC Series 51 ready for Frankfurt

Matt Brogan — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:32:24 +0000

Bentley will be launching ‘Series 51’ versions of its Continental GT and GTC at this week’s Frankfurt Motor Show. The Series 51 cars are based on standard Continental models but will feature exterior and interior design tweaks aimed at adding more exclusivity and individuality to the already highly distinguished marque. Named after the first year Bentley officially [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Bentley Continental GT, GTC Series 51 ready for Frankfurt

Volkswagen ponders Porsche Panamera platform

Matt Brogan — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 05:12:58 +0000

While the board of Volkswagen AG may have already voted to axe the Panamera from the Porsche line-up post merger, a report published by Edmunds today has said the four-door coupe’s platform will be used by at least one of the company’s other premium brands. With so little clarification available we’re left wondering as to [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Volkswagen ponders Porsche Panamera platform

Video: Bentley Mulsanne goes under the hammer

Karl Peskett — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 07:43:19 +0000

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. Video: Bentley Mulsanne goes under the hammer

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Video: Bentley Mulsanne goes under the hammer

Porsche merged into Volkswagen

David Twomey — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 08:37:01 +0000

German sports car maker, Porsche, will be merged into the Volkswagen group of companies following an all-night board meeting that sealed the fate of the company. Volkswagen chairman Ferdinand Piech tightened his grip over Porsche on Thursday after the company’s chief executive was ousted following a power struggle to keep Porsche independent. Porsche’s board, of which Mr [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Porsche merged into Volkswagen

Bentley to release new model at Pebble Beach

Matt Brogan — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 03:34:19 +0000

As Bentley Motors celebrated its 90th anniversary yesterday it has also confirmed that an all-new model will be revealed – and named – in August at the Pebble Beach Concours D’ Elegance in Monterey, California. Founded by W.O. Bentley in 1919, the company’s first production car, the Three-litre was delivered in September 1921. Over the next [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Bentley to release new model at Pebble Beach

Artist creates Pop Art on Bentley canvas

George Skentzos — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 04:38:24 +0000

Brazilian artist Romero Britto has chosen an unlikely canvas for his latest exhibition entitled “Come to my World“ in Berlin, using a Bentley Continental GT on which to apply his latest artwork. Bentley Motors had donated the Coupe to Britto and the result is one of the most unusual liveries ever conceived, boasting his trademark Pop [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Artist creates Pop Art on Bentley canvas

Grand Bentley first teaser and video

George Skentzos — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:35:55 +0000

Bentley has today teased at an all-new model which is set to debut later this year as the brand’s new luxury flagship. With the Rolls-Royce Ghost set to compete with the Continental at the ‘low-end’ of the ultra-luxury market, Bentley is entering the premium stakes with the new Grand Bentley and has the Phantom range squarely [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Grand Bentley first teaser and video

2009 Bentley Continental GTC Speed

George Skentzos — Wed, 27 May 2009 09:25:43 +0000

Bentley has added a new drop-top to its Australian line-up with the introduction of the new GTC Speed – the brand’s most powerful convertible ever. Inspired by the legendary ‘Speed Models’ from the 1920s, the new GTC Speed boasts a 6.0-litre twin-turbocharged W12 engine which delivers 9 per cent more power and 15 per cent more [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2009 Bentley Continental GTC Speed

2009 Bentley Continental Supersports

George Skentzos — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 05:25:45 +0000

Bentley has finally unveiled its fastest; most powerful model ever – the 329km/h Continental Supersports. The Supersports is capable of running on both petrol and biofuel, pioneering the use of FlexFuel technology in the luxury market and reaffirming the brand’s environmental commitment. What began as an exploration into weight reduction for the current Bentley range transformed into [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2009 Bentley Continental Supersports

Bentley celebrates eight decades at Melbourne Motor Show

Matt Brogan — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:17:56 +0000

Not one but four Bentley Continentals will grace the Bentley stand at this year’s Melbourne International Motor Show, echoing the four Bentleys at the very first Show in 1925. Bentley is one of just four exhibitors remaining from 1925, along with Ford, Peugeot and Renault, to still be in business and exhibiting at the 2009 Show. At [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Bentley celebrates eight decades at Melbourne Motor Show

More details emerge on “The Extreme Bentley”

Karl Peskett — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 03:57:52 +0000

It doesn’t take long with the ‘net. A teaser video has just been released, giving various clues as to the drivetrain and shape of Bentley’s new flex-fuel monster. Bentley’s teaser pic from yesterday gave little away, except for the fact that the new car will be a Continental based platform. But a quick scan through the [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

More details emerge on “The Extreme Bentley”

Bentley to unveil its fastest, most powerful car at Geneva

Karl Peskett — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 03:27:24 +0000

A press release came across our desks today, which needless to say had some at the CarAdvice office intrigued. It read: “On March 3rd at the 2009 International Geneva Motor Show, Bentley will reveal its fastest, most powerful production car ever.” No need to read any further, sign me up. Mansory has nothing on this beast… Apparently [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Bentley to unveil its fastest, most powerful car at Geneva

NAIAS – 2009 Bentley GTC

Matt Brogan — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 01:38:55 +0000

The world premiere of the Bentley GTC Speed took place today at the 2009 North American International Auto Show. The high-performance version of the GTC is the final addition to the Bentley Speed line, which is the high-performance part of the company’s models line-up. “Ladies and gentlemen, 2009 is going to be a tough year for us [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

NAIAS – 2009 Bentley GTC

2009 Bentley Continental GTC Speed

Karl Peskett — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:23:52 +0000

CarAdvice recently brought you spy shots of the forthcoming Continental GTC Speed – well, now it’s here, official, and stunning. The recent changes to the GT series to add the Speed nameplate has continued with the GTC Speed receiving the same 449kW W12 engine as in the Continental GT Speed and Continental Flying Spur Speed. That means [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2009 Bentley Continental GTC Speed

2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed Review

Matt Brogan — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 23:45:25 +0000

2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed Review & Road Test Exhilarating performance, commanding status and absolute prestige Model Tested: 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed 6.0-litre, W12, automatic saloon – $400,176 (RRP) Bold performance; elegant cabin decor; timeless appeal Slight wind and wiper blade noise; plastic paddle shifts CarAdvice Rating: - by Matt Brogan Exhilarating performance, commanding status and [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed Review

Bentley ‘Power on Ice’ driving experience

George Skentzos — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:26:53 +0000

It seems in recent times manufacturers are warming to the idea of spending big dollars to keep customers happy and entertained on elaborate drive days, and Bentley is no different. The British prestige car maker is set to host an extraordinary driving experience in the remote snowscape of Finland dubbed ‘Power on Ice’. The event is open [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Bentley ‘Power on Ice’ driving experience

2009 Bentley Azure T Los Angeles debut

George Skentzos — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 10:38:20 +0000

The price tag of the Bentley Azure T may confine its ownership to only the most affluent of buyers, but its classic design and driver-focused performance ensures this is no chauffeur special. As one of the few true four-seater luxury convertibles in the world, the Azure T stakes its reputation by offering class-leading performance. The new Azure [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2009 Bentley Azure T Los Angeles debut

2009 Bentley Continental GT Speed Review

Anthony Crawford — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 11:36:12 +0000

2009 Bentley Continental GT Speed Review & Road Test Walter Owen Bentley had a motto, “To build a good car, a fast car, the best in class ” The Continental GT Speed is every bit that car and it has no peers. - words by Anthony Crawford Photography by Yvan Fournier and Anthony Crawford Model Tested: 2009 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2009 Bentley Continental GT Speed Review

Bentley Continental GTC Speed spied

George Skentzos — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 02:33:44 +0000

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 [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Bentley Continental GTC Speed spied

Bentley Arnage Final Series

Karl Peskett — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:18:20 +0000

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. This morning, however, Bentley has announced that the last run of Arnages will be released under the [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Bentley Arnage Final Series