Introduced at the 2003 Geneva Motor Show, the Continental GT was the first Bentley to be developed entirely by VW Group and away from Rolls-Royce. It also very quickly became its fastest-ever seller, due in no small part to it being mass produced in the company’s Crewe factory as opposed to being hand-built like its predecessors.
It also had a lot of parts commonality with other VW Group cars – the four-wheel-drive platform was derived from that of the VW Phaeton luxury saloon, while under the bonnet it got the German firm’s innovative 6.0-litre W12 engine, which in the GT came with twin turbochargers giving it 552bhp and a top speed of 196mph.
It was a hugely impactful car, both due to its size and also its astonishing performance, while it was also as opulent as Bentley owners were used to. Its appeal went beyond the traditional, too, bringing Bentley ownership to a newer and more youthful customer base, helped in no small part by David and Victoria Beckham buying one of the first ones.
This one will appeal to your inner goth – Finished in Diamond Black with matching black leather seats, headlining and 20-inch alloys, along with a factory chrome delete to be replaced with (you guessed it) black, it’s the dark knight of the road.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
Full main dealer and specialist history
Owners’ manuals and book pack
Original specification printout
Genuine mileage
UK V5C
MOT to May 2023
Cherished plate W12 XOX not included in the sale.
Invoice for full service at 66,592 miles
Invoice for £1,400 for new tyres in 2022
Good MOT history throughout
Service history:
Service carried out by Bentley Birmingham at 49 miles on 28.04.05
Service carried out by Bentley Specialist JCT600 at 1,496 on 09.06.06
Service carried out by Bentley West Country on 12,007 on 12.11.05,
Service carried out by Bentley Essex at 18,893 on 05.07.07,
Service carried out by Bentley Kent at 23,392 on 21.05.08,
Service carried out by The Chelsea Workshop - Specialist in Rolls Royce and Bentley at 29,271 on 10.09.09,
Service carried out by Bentley Solutions at 40,326 on 10.09.12,
Service carried out by Imperials Prestige in Essex on the 12.03.13,
Service was carried out at Bentley Birmingham at 46,844 on 28.01.14,
Service was carried out again at Bentley Birmingham at 49,814 on 16.01.15,
Service carried out by yes, you guessed it Bentley Birmingham at 53,071 on 05.02.16,
Service carried out at Imperials Prestige in Essex at 55,203 on 07.12.26,
Service carried out by Unique Prestige in Essex at 60,796 on 24.09.18,
Service carried out by Essex Prestige Cars Bentley & BMW Specialist at 28.02.20.
THE INTERIOR
Beluga Black leather
Beluga Black carpets, door cards and leather headlining
Black highlights
Heated side windows
Carbon Black dash inserts
Diamond weave upholstery
Brushed alloy seat levers and gear surround
Push-button start
Aftermarket double DIN stereo with Apple CarPlay and smartphone mirroring system
Excellent overall condition
Headlining has dropped slightly
THE EXTERIOR
Diamond Black metallic
Good condition throughout
Diamond Black 20-inch alloys
Pirelli P-Zero tyres in nearly new order
Appears very sound underneath
Front lower splitter is cracked and has been glued back into place, will require repair
Excellent paint finish with no notable dents or damage
Superb sides with no trolley dings
Pop-up rear spoiler, speed activated
Bentley puddle lights
THE MECHANICS
6.0-litre W12
Six-speed adaptable automatic
Paddle-shifters on steering wheel
Drives beautifully and well maintained
Sounds incredible
SUMMARY
If you want a Bentley with attitude, then here it is – a stealthy GT in black, black and more black, with sumptuous levels of specification and a wonderful soundtrack from its W12 engine. It’s a standout car – completely unique - and in great overall condition.
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