Bentley Continental GT Coupe (2003 - 2011) 6.0 W12 2d Auto (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
You have a lot of money. This can be a good or a bad thing. (I really don't!).
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everyone loves it but attracts too much attention from the police especially if you're Asian. Bizarrely I've been pulled over about 5 times for no specific reason (usually asking if I own the car, where I bought it, how much it cost etc).
Would you buy this car again and why?
The only car I would want the replace this is another Bentley GT (probably the Superspeed) as this really is an everyday super car. I don't see the point in buying a performance car only to leave it in the garage!
What are you likely to buy next?
Bentley GT Superspeed. I was also tempted with the Nissan GTR as the Bentley is quite boring to drive.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£38,995
When did you buy the car?
September 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
The car was priced fairly but the finance rate was appalling.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Great price and Mulliner driving spec.
What was the dealer like?
Not very knowledgeable about the car.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Uninvolving and very heavy, so certainly not a fun car to drive. However, brilliant cruising on a motorway and the 6L W12 effortlessly pushes this faster than almost anything else on the road.
What's it like to park?
A pain. It's wider and longer than most cars limiting your choice of parking space. Once parked it can be hard to get out if beside another car as the doors are huge and heavy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Last service was £4500 including rear calliper repair, 2 new tires and lots of minor bits that probably didn't need doing. After service the phone kit wasn't working, Bentley Newcastle weren't interested in repairing the damage they caused, asking for another £800.
What's most practical about your car?
A 200mph super car that can be driven with ease, 4 seats and a huge boot. I bought this as a weekend car but ended up driving it every day - very practical.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated steering wheel and massage seats.
