Bentley Turbo R (1985 - 1999) RT 4d (LWB) (1997/P) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Taste and class - if a little ostentatious.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Varied opinions - ranging from love it to hate it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Possibly another Bentley - not necessarily an RT.
What are you likely to buy next?
Looking at a 550 Maranello.
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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?
£32,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
A tidal-wave on wheels - straight line performance for 3 tonnes is astonishing. cornering, despite the active ride is pretty much as you would expect for 3 tonnes however - although it makes a reasonable fist of things.
What's it like to park?
You need a sense of humour.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Some initial teething problems - all resolved under warranty; heater fault, power steering fault, faulty cruise control module. completely reliable since.
What's most practical about your car?
Performance, space and comfort.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
