Worst idea ever??

[Zanderman]

I am getting steadily more drawn to this/these:

http://www.vincentknightcars.co.uk/used-cars/bentl...

Seems like a hell of a lot of car for the money and I like the looks etc. I know the running costs would be somewhat on the high side but I just keep coming back to how much car it is for the money. Not a lot else I have seen offer more in terms of sheer prestige and presence etc.

So what do we think, worst idea ever? (I think I probably know the answer to this but surely someone can convince me it would be a good idea )

[thinfourth2]

Are you a drug dealer?

No class in any shape nor form

[Zanderman]

In your opinion of course........

thinfourth2 said:

Are you a drug dealer?

No class in any shape nor form

[cerb4.5lee]

Didnt realise you could get these for that money, its alot of motor but as you say running costs could be through the roof.

I like them but as a rule of thumb i have always thought bigger is better so that beasty engine appeals & they always sound nice when i hear them blast by.

[The Moose]

I absolutely love them and think you should go for it!

The servicing isn't overly expensive (if you use an indi) and a phenomenal drive

[wolfy1988]

thinfourth2 said:

Are you a drug dealer?

No class in any shape nor form

Ridiculous Reply,

IMO it looks stunning, who cares if footballers like them?!

It's a Bentley, say no more.

[jas xjr]

What do you think of the DB9 as an alternative ?

[V8 Animal]

Slightly more http://www.derbytradecars.co.uk/showroom/c-10253-2... i was surprised how cheap they are for what you get. Inline with a Aston?

[Zanderman]

Love the DB9 and would probably go for that over the Bentley but I was looking to spend around £25k on something, pushed that to £30k for this and then around £35k for a DB9. Got to draw the line somewhere!

jas xjr said:

What do you think of the DB9 as an alternative ?

[thinfourth2]

wolfy1988 said:

thinfourth2 said:

Are you a drug dealer?

No class in any shape nor form

Ridiculous Reply,

IMO it looks stunning, who cares if footballers like them?!

It's a Bentley, say no more.

No its a VW in a posing pouch

But it is expensive and fast so i shall worship it

[markmullen]

I've run them quite a lot, in my experience they're quick, thirsty and the brakes aren't up to the job.

[jas xjr]

markmullen said:

I've run them quite a lot, in my experience they're quick, thirsty and the brakes aren't up to the job.

As you are in the know , same question , Mark.

GT or DB 9 . If it were your money ?

[pidsy]

There have been a few threads about "cheap" continentals, amv8's, db9's and most come to the same conclusion:

Buy it
Enjoy it for 6 months
Sell it before something breaks.

Yes running costs will be horrific, servicing need'nt be as horrific if you go to the right place. Parts costs will kill you.

If you want one, go for it!
(but get a warranty)

[wolfy1988]

thinfourth2 said:

No its a VW in a posing pouch

But it is expensive and fast so i shall worship it

What ever you say.

I personally don't care if its fast or expensive. I decide upon its merits.
Its beautifully built, supremely comfortable, very good looking and I suspect without VW's help it would not have been such a great car but at least YOU would like it, Eh?

[markmullen]

jas xjr said:

GT or DB 9 . If it were your money ?

DB9 for me of those two though if I wanted a big GT I'd also look at CL63 AMG, Maserati Granturismo and Panamera.

[Zanderman]

went and had a look and must say it is a stunning looking car! Very luxurious inside and feels like a nice place to be.

Not 100% on the drive, a little underwhelmed on first impressions tbh. Didnt feel especially sporty, not all that dynamic and not all that fast. Only did a quick test drive so think I will spend a little more time in it next week before deciding.

[E38Ross]

wolfy1988 said:

thinfourth2 said:

No its a VW in a posing pouch

But it is expensive and fast so i shall worship it

What ever you say.

I personally don't care if its fast or expensive. I decide upon its merits.
Its beautifully built, supremely comfortable, very good looking and I suspect without VW's help it would not have been such a great car but at least YOU would like it, Eh?

trust me, there is no point arguing with thinfourth2; if it's not electric he won't like it. if it was electric and it had a 20 mile range, he'd adore it.

[wolfy1988]

Thanks for the heads up! There is no point arguing with some people!

E38Ross said:

trust me, there is no point arguing with thinfourth2; if it's not electric he won't like it. if it was electric and it had a 20 mile range, he'd adore it.

[thinfourth2]

E38Ross said:

wolfy1988 said:

thinfourth2 said:

No its a VW in a posing pouch

But it is expensive and fast so i shall worship it

What ever you say.

I personally don't care if its fast or expensive. I decide upon its merits.
Its beautifully built, supremely comfortable, very good looking and I suspect without VW's help it would not have been such a great car but at least YOU would like it, Eh?

trust me, there is no point arguing with thinfourth2; if it's not electric he won't like it. if it was electric and it had a 20 mile range, he'd adore it.

Look i have already said the BMWs are all AWESOME

I even have a little shrine set up to a BMW badge

What more do you want

So could you stop following me around

[wolfy1988]

Zanderman said:

went and had a look and must say it is a stunning looking car! Very luxurious inside and feels like a nice place to be.

Not 100% on the drive, a little underwhelmed on first impressions tbh. Didnt feel especially sporty, not all that dynamic and not all that fast. Only did a quick test drive so think I will spend a little more time in it next week before deciding.

I have only ever been passenger and I too was a little underwhelmed by its straight line speed, it was traded in against a CL63 AMG. It was still gorgeous though!

30k seems to be that magic number which can get you in almost every type of car you care mention. Lets us know what you decide, I would love to read about in 'Readers Rides'!