It's always fascinating to see how a new car is put together - and even more so when that car is as opulent as the new Bentley Mulsanne. Which is why Bentley's latest promo vid for the new car, documenting its gestation before the car goes into full production this summer, is such a pleasant way to spend 5m 34s.
This latest clip documents the work of the 98-strong team of specialists who bring together the painted body, hand-crafted leather hides and wood veneers, the 6.75-litre V8 engine and electrical components.
We particularly like the Open University documentary-style 1980s synth background music, and the way the presenter coyly describes the final assembly line workers as 'build associates'...
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