Vanquish / Continental GT?
Discussion
I know I'll get, um, biased answers by posting here, but I'm interested in real world experiences of living with a Vanquish every day.
I'm tossing up between a Continental GT V8s coupe or a Vanquish coupe, both from around 2013. I'm not particularly concerned about running costs, but the Bentley will spend considerably less time at the pump, and I kind of feel that it won't be as fragile.
Regular use, not my only car, and will share daily duties with my Golf GTi, which I can't bear to part with, and the Volvo. I don't need rear seats, so things like that aren't a consideration.
Is the Vanquish a genuine 'jump in and go' car, or does it really need coddling and cuddling? It'll be run at least three times a week, I guess.
I'm tossing up between a Continental GT V8s coupe or a Vanquish coupe, both from around 2013. I'm not particularly concerned about running costs, but the Bentley will spend considerably less time at the pump, and I kind of feel that it won't be as fragile.
Regular use, not my only car, and will share daily duties with my Golf GTi, which I can't bear to part with, and the Volvo. I don't need rear seats, so things like that aren't a consideration.
Is the Vanquish a genuine 'jump in and go' car, or does it really need coddling and cuddling? It'll be run at least three times a week, I guess.
There is one major and unusual difference, which might be a consideration to you.
Do you want to be let out of side roads quickly?
If this is indeed a measure of very widespread respect and admiration for Aston Martin, then that is wonderful.
Should the next poster say, I always stop immediately to let a Bentley out, then please just ignore me.
The looks/practicality thing is important, for sure. But I think the Bentley is a nice looking thing, if not beautiful in the way the Vanquish is.
I think the Aston Martin will be more pleasurable to own, unless it's a pain to live with because I won't be wrapping it in silk blankets every night.
I think the Aston Martin will be more pleasurable to own, unless it's a pain to live with because I won't be wrapping it in silk blankets every night.
Zod said:
Vanquish.
The Bentley is a vulgar, bling thing for fat men.
So there we have it Doofus,,,, If you're a vulgar fat bloke and into bling then the Bentley is the car for you.... I, on the other hand, can't afford either so my opinion doesn't count..... That said, I would never trade my Vantage in for a Bentley The Bentley is a vulgar, bling thing for fat men.
ChilliWhizz said:
So there we have it Doofus,,,, If you're a vulgar fat bloke and into bling then the Bentley is the car for you.... I, on the other hand, can't afford either so my opinion doesn't count..... That said, I would never trade my Vantage in for a Bentley
Vulgar: Don't think soFat: Almost definitely
Into Bling: No. However, if a Bentley is correcttly specced, it can be classy. And there are a fair few really Aston Martins around with really naff colour combinations/carbon fibre pointlessness too.
I suppose a V8V is another consideration. Less GT than the other two, but in my mind, probably less fragile.
I think my history with a couple of Jaguars has given me a fear (possibly unfounded) of V12s.
ChilliWhizz said:
.... I, on the other hand, can't afford either so my opinion doesn't count..... That said, I would never trade my Vantage in for a Bentley
I think exactly the same applies, even if you could afford them.A 1930s 3 litre Bentley would be a fine toy for me.
A modern Bentley is probably great engineering (expect VW check everything -
), but what would my neighbours think ?A Vanquish would be just right, but my Vantage is a car that I am very happy with.
You were quite right Doofus, we are biased here, but we would be delighted if you join us
Vanquish - the flagship model of the range, and with that marvellous V12 naturally aspirated engine. Wow.
Zod said:
The Bentley is a vulgar, bling thing for fat men.
When you make comments like that you normally put a 'Smiley' next to it. As you didn't I can assume your comment is serious.I recently changed over from a greatly enhanced DB9 (520 bhp + many others) to a 2010 Bentley Continental GT Speed, 51 series and it is the only car I would have ever changed my Aston for.
The car is better built, just as fast and much better suited for touring than my DB9. I am neither vulgar or fat and the car is not 'Bling'.
Speculatore said:
When you make comments like that you normally put a 'Smiley' next to it. As you didn't I can assume your comment is serious.
I recently changed over from a greatly enhanced DB9 (520 bhp + many others) to a 2010 Bentley Continental GT Speed, 51 series and it is the only car I would have ever changed my Aston for.
The car is better built, just as fast and much better suited for touring than my DB9. I am neither vulgar or fat and the car is not 'Bling'.
I think it's pretty unusual for people to modify engines/power on an Aston, it's not really what they're about and they've never been quick compared to any others cars in their price range/market. Looks like you're someone who prefers performance over a standard car, if OP is the same the Bentley is the car to have hands down.I recently changed over from a greatly enhanced DB9 (520 bhp + many others) to a 2010 Bentley Continental GT Speed, 51 series and it is the only car I would have ever changed my Aston for.
The car is better built, just as fast and much better suited for touring than my DB9. I am neither vulgar or fat and the car is not 'Bling'.
In reality I think they are very different cars and cannot really be compared, it's a difficult choice to make. My only advice would be don't look for a pre 2014 Vanquish, go for post 14 and get the 8 speed. I always thought iof Bentleys as something that can be a DD, I'm just not a fan of the on-board computer systems - that being said they will be better than a Vanquish!
RobDown said:
Guys, I may be mis-reading the original post, but I think with the OP is after is some reassurance on the reliability etc of the Vanquish rather than its aesthetic qualities vs the Bentley
I was in my usual political mode Rob.That means......never answer the question asked......always the question you think they should have asked.......that you know the answer to.
Speculatore said:
Zod said:
The Bentley is a vulgar, bling thing for fat men.
When you make comments like that you normally put a 'Smiley' next to it. As you didn't I can assume your comment is serious.I recently changed over from a greatly enhanced DB9 (520 bhp + many others) to a 2010 Bentley Continental GT Speed, 51 series and it is the only car I would have ever changed my Aston for.
The car is better built, just as fast and much better suited for touring than my DB9. I am neither vulgar or fat and the car is not 'Bling'.
Anyway, humour aside, I think the Bentley is a horrible, ugly thing. That's personal taste.
Zod said:
Speculatore said:
Zod said:
The Bentley is a vulgar, bling thing for fat men.
When you make comments like that you normally put a 'Smiley' next to it. As you didn't I can assume your comment is serious.I recently changed over from a greatly enhanced DB9 (520 bhp + many others) to a 2010 Bentley Continental GT Speed, 51 series and it is the only car I would have ever changed my Aston for.
The car is better built, just as fast and much better suited for touring than my DB9. I am neither vulgar or fat and the car is not 'Bling'.
David was wearing his solid gold Raybans,that and the fact he has difficulty seeing over his fat tummy.......
Jon39 said:
Zod said:
Possibly should have added a smiley....
Not necessary Zod.
Only someone completely lacking any sense of humour, would take your remark seriously.
Anyway, I see from your profile, that you are very well placed to defend. - (Says he, quickly adding a smiley face -
)In defence of Speculatore......I've met him and he's a good bloke.
His DB9 looked the b
ks and although we all love our DB9's we may agree that a little fettling doesn't hurt if you're intending to sling it about.Big hugs all around.
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