Description
This lot will be auctioned via Silverstone Auctions, The Classic Sale at Silverstone 2022 on Friday the 26th of August - Saturday the 27th of August, The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN. Built to celebrate 60 years of Bentley production at the historic Crewe Factory and one of just 60 produced of which only 19 were in right-hand drive. Special features of the Arnage Diamond Series include diamond-quartered wood marquetry and diamond-quilted leather seat upholstery. Externally, the Diamond Series is distinguished by a stainless steel matrix to the front bumper, new larger diameter 19 inch x 8J twin-spoke alloy wheels, to a unique design, and Union Flag badges to the front wings. A new range of Heritage paint colours was also available. The Arnage Diamond Series also sees the reintroduction of the ‘Flying B’ mascot, a feature that last adorned the radiator of a series production Bentley in the late 1970s. "This collector’s model has one of the most beautifully crafted cabins fitted to any Bentley, says Chairman and Chief Executive, Dr Franz-Josef Paefgen. "It clearly demonstrates the exceptional craftsmanship skills of the Crewe workforce, the culmination of 60 years of experience over several generations. The diamond-quartered marquetry of the Arnage Diamond Series is truly unique in the motor industry".
Based on the Arnage R, the Diamond was available with either the 400bhp or, at extra cost, the 450bhp version of the Crewe-designed and produced 6. 75 litre, twin-turbocharged V8 engine. P9 JXN was first registered in 2006 and utilises the 400bhp twin-turbo, 6. 75-litre V8 and automatic transmission. It's superbly presented in beautiful Dark Sapphire Blue with a Cotswold Leather interior and Burr Oak Veneers.
Fabulous specification; Factory rear screen entertainment, Diamond Series quilted seats. Sat Nav, voice control, climate control, cruise control. electric heated memory seats with lumbar, heated rear seats, electric sunroof, multi CD, park distance control, Burr Oak Veneer throughout including, folding picnic tables, surround companion mirrors and door panels. Bright stainless steel matrix grille, ‘Diamond Series’ etched treadplates, extended Burr Oak Veneer, multi-function steering wheel and 19” 6 x twin spoke alloys, 2 Bentley brollies and removable Lambswool Floor Covering. There is a good service history and the car will receive a fresh MOT prior to the auction.
This beautiful example of British engineering at its finest has a genuine mileage of just 21, 000. Truly loved and cared for, garaged and covered to protect the bodywork which has been detailed inside and out and had a full ceramic paint protection by a PCD approved detailer. Absolutely delightful, a very special Bentley.
