2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur A

Highlights

Just 55,367 miles
Family owned from new
MOT valid until August 2024
Well documented service history, predominantly with Bentley main dealers
Very well presented original example
In the region of £10,000 spent recently

The Appeal

During its infancy, Bentley was synonymous with luxury and performance and while the former remained part of the brand’s ethos under Rolls-Royce, some felt Bentley’s had lost their edge dynamically. All this was to change under Volkswagen ownership, with a return to their sporting routes marked by the arrival of the 6.0-litre twin-turbocharged W12 Continental in 2003. The Flying Spur was to be the four-door saloon variant and proved equally pleasurable to drive or be driven in.

We’re delighted to offer this very fetching 2006 example which has covered just 55,367 miles from new.

The History and Paperwork

Just one previous keeper recorded with the DVLA
Family owned within the family since new
MOT valid until August 2024
Well documented service history in the original maintenance schedule
The vendor informs us that the car benefits from full service history - and the maintenance schedule supports this although it does not detail the service carried out between 2016 and 2021
Recently serviced in readiness for its new owner
Full original key set
Original book pack
Several detailed invoices for past services
Collection of old MOT certificates
V5C present
Private registration does not come with the purchase, car will be registered on age related plate
New keys in 2021

The Interior

Opulently trimmed in cream leather
Piano black trims
Breitling analog clock
Fully adjustable electric heated front seats with memory function
Minimal wear to the upholstery, with only the slightest sagging and the odd small blemish
Matching cream leather headlining in fine condition
Integrated infotainment system, reportedly in full working order
Inbuilt phone system
Practical dark carpets
Thick pile overrugs in good order overall, with some wear to the one in the driver’s footwell
All the door trims present well with very little wear and just a few marks where they meet the kick plates underneath
All the switches and instruments present well and we’re not informed of any faults
Very large boot space, in really nice condition
Complete with an original battery charger and umbrella

The Exterior

Handsome original metallic grey paintwork
Straight bodywork with no damage apparent
Very few paint blemishes, besides some light lacquer peel and the odd scratch on the bumpers
Very slight dents visible in both front doors
All the trims are in good order
The front Bentley badge appears to have delaminated slightly, although this is not especially noticeable
The alloy wheels remain very bright and appear in fine condition
Some of the tyres are somewhat perished, as is identified in the last MOT test
The underside is really well presented and seemingly devoid of any signs of corrosion or damage

The Mechanics

6.0-litre twin-turbocharged W12
Six-speed Tiptronic / automatic gearbox
The vendor reports that it starts readily and runs very well
Ample power from its twelve cylinder engine, matched by very good body control and strong brakes
We’re informed that it drives without fault or any untoward noises
Annual service performed in readiness for its next owner
Besides the aforementioned tyres, no advisories were noted on the most recent MOT test
New battery replaced in 2021

Summary

It was clear upon release in 2003 that the new Bentley Continental was a masterstroke. This Flying Spur is in lovely condition and with low mileage and great service history, would be a great addition to your driveway.

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