Back when it was new, this British-built super-saloon would have set its original owner back over £145,000, making it one of the most expensive saloon cars in the world.
Based on the platform of the Continental GT and sharing its thumping 552bhp twin-turbocharged W12 engine, the Spur was Bentley’s luxury flagship. Today, it has to be one of the most incredible luxury bargains going – finely engineered and opulently equipped, you can now enjoy the finest in motoring for a fraction of the original cost.
This one has to be one of the best value Spurs on the market right now, with an interesting history. It has spent much of its life between the UK and Spain, and was frequently used by the previous owner to commute between Marbella and Gibraltar. That means it’s well-used, but also proven to be reliable. It has seen a lot of recent maintenance, much of it from a well-known specialist, and is for sale because the owner has decided to downsize as he gets older.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
Five previous owners
Supplied new Michael Powles Bentley in Leicester
Leather-bound owner’s manual
UK V5C
Fresh MOT to November 2023
Lots of service invoices including over £6,500 spent since 2015
Last serviced at 168,271 miles in February 2022
Original build record
THE INTERIOR
Portland Beige leather
Blue leather highlights and arm rests
Four-seater configuration with full-length rear console
Rear audio and electric seat controls
Dark walnut veneers
Excellent condition
Rear sun blind
Deep pile mats
Some very minor ageing to leather
Everything works as intended including the air con
THE EXTERIOR
Stunning Dark Sapphire Metallic
Good condition throughout
Underside appears sound
Seven-spoke 20-inch alloys with nearly new Vredestein Vorti tyres
No kerbing to alloys
Small key scratch on nearside rear door
Very small dent on offside rear wing
One door no longer has self-closing function
Rear privacy glass with some slight delamination
Vast, imposing and very special-looking car
THE MECHANICS
6.0-litre W12
552bhp twin turbo
Good recent service history
Vendor reports that the car drives very well indeed
Automatic transmission with paddle-shift function
Engine oil, transmission fluid, axle oil and filters changed at 168k in 2022
New air conditioning compressor and gas
Recent new brake discs and pads all-round
Two new batteries
SUMMARY
As saloon cars go, the Bentley Flying Spur has to be up there with the very best in the world and this is a great value example, well-loved and obviously well-maintained for most of its life, and in a fabulous colour with incredible specification.
Don’t let the mileage put you off as it’s an incredible machine in lovely condition, offering unrivalled value and luxury.
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