2015 Bentley Continental GT Speed

Highlights

• Six-litre W12 engine rated at 626bhp
• Eight-speed transmission and four-wheel drive
• Low mileage
• Refurbished wheels
• Comprehensive history

Overview

No Bentley was ever intended to pass under the radar — not even James Bond’s vintage Blower from the early books — so you might as well choose one which is finished in a dashing shade of red. This paint colour is purposeful yet manages to stay on the right side of brashness. It’s very Bentley.

Also very Bentley is the six-litre W12 engine which powers this luxury grand tourer. It features twin turbochargers, and kicks out 626 bhp. This enormous helping of power is fed through an eight-speed transmission and shared out between all four wheels, which helps propel the car to 62 mph in just 4.2 seconds — a commendable achievement for a 2.3-tonne machine.

You get to hurtle to a top speed of 206 mph, surrounded by the comforting embrace of exquisitely stitched leather, with ventilated seats. And you can bathe your ears in the velvety sounds of the “Naim for Bentley” audio system.

Accompanying all this high performance and luxury is a good set of stamps in the car’s leather-bound service record. It has clearly been maintained regularly, and has only just passed 62,000 miles on the odometer.

So if you’re looking for a preposterously fast grand tourer, which oozes luxury and class, then this Continental GT Speed ticks a whole lot of boxes. It will cross continents with ease, and look the part when you arrive at your waterfront casino of choice.

History and documentation

• Registered 6 Jul 2015
• Stamped service book with services as follows: Feb 2016 @ 10,833 miles, Aug 2017 @ 19,174 miles, Dec 2018 @ 28,959 miles, Oct 2019 @ 36,340 miles, Oct 2020 @ 43,690 miles, Nov 2021 @ 50,080 miles, Mar 2023 @ 61,385 miles, Mar 2024 @ 61,710 miles
• Original Bentley document pack in leather-bound casings, stored in a briefcase
• Collection of servicing invoices
• Two keys
• Current MOT with no advisories expires 13 Mar 2025
• Six registered former keepers
• V5 present in owner’s name
• Current owner since Mar 2023
• HPI clear
• Private plate ‘P777 CED’ included in sale
• London ULEZ compliant

Interior

• Luxuriously appointed interior with diamond-stitched leather upholstery
• Contrasting stitching and red highlights
• Only light signs of use
• ‘Speed’ branded headrests
• Some slight wear to the driver’s seat bolster
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Electronic seat adjusters, with memory functions
• Deep-pile carpets very clean and tidy
• Leather-trimmed footwell mats
• Black leather door cards with red highlights and diamond stitched-panels
• A few light scuffs on the driver’s door card
• Leather-trimmed, multi-functions steering wheel, with cruise, phone, and audio controls
• Cruise control
• Dual-zone climate control
• Piano black dashboard trim
• Chrome air conditioning vents and control knobs
• Breitling analogue clock mounted in the centre of the dashboard
• Analogue instruments and graphic display
• Naim for Bentley sound system, with amplifier located in the boot, which cost £5,695 as a factory option
• Six-disc CD changer, conveniently mounted in the glovebox
• Rear seating for two
• Leather headlining in good condition
• Spacious, fully carpeted boot to the rear
• Spare wheel stowed under the boot floor

Exterior

• Unmistakable Bentley styling, with prestigious road presence
• Streamlined GT styling
• The red paint ensures this car stands out from the crowd
• Factory de-chromed
• There are a few small chips and scratches, but the paint is generally good
• The seller tells us the car has received a stage 1 machine polish and ceramic coating
• Body panels generally in very good condition
• There is a small, shallow dent in the passenger door
• No other obvious damage or corrosion reported
• 21-inch alloy wheels
• Pirelli P Zero tyres
• Two rear tyres replaced in May 2024 at a cost of £630
• The wheels have reportedly been refurbished
• Black Bentley badges and front wire mesh grilles
• Headlights clear and bright
• The underside of the car looks clean for its age
• Twin exhaust tips

Mechanical

• 5,998 cc twin-turbo W12 engine
• Produces 626 bhp and 607 lb ft
• Top speed 206 mph, 0-62 in 4.2 seconds
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Four-wheel drive
• Air suspension with four-stage damping
• Engine bay features cast aluminium plaques
• Some surface corrosion on the suspension and exhaust components
• Engine oil and front brake pads replaced in Mar 2023
• In Mar 2024 the engine oil and filter were replaced, along with the exhaust gas sensor and rear speed sensor, at a cost of £1,186
• The seller tells us that there are no mechanical issues, rattles, or warning lights
• It is said to start on the button, with the battery being in good condition

Summary

Low in mileage, high in power, luxury, speed, and class. This Bentley does everything you expect a Bentley to do. Finished in a bold but distinctly sophisticated shade of red, it’s a compelling proposition, particularly when you consider the performance stats. What a great way to treat yourself (or indeed, a loved one) for the new year.

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