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2007 Bentley Continental GT Convertible

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2:01 PM, 03 Jan 2023Auction ended
Highest bid

$24,000

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Background

The first new Bentley developed entirely under Volkswagen Group ownership, 2003’s Continental GT was initially quite a controversial machine, utilizing as it did an entirely new engine and platform with no historic ties to the highly formal, traditional world of high-end British luxury vehicles.

Traditionalists’ fears soon subsided, however, as the Conti GT and its derivatives proved to be entirely suitable torch bearers for Bentley’s sacred values of luxury, speed, and grace.

Motivated by a fabulously complex 6.0 liter W12 with four banks of cylinders, four cams, 48 valves, and twin turbos, the CGT was as fast as it was smooth, while all-wheel drive, sophisticated chassis tuning, and advanced electronic controls allowed all of its 552 hp and 479 lb-ft to be employed at will even in the wet.

  • SCBDR33W67C043231
  • 59026
  • 6L TT W12
  • auto
  • Black
  • Tan Leather
  • Left-hand drive
Vehicle location
Palm Beach, FL, United States

Background

The first new Bentley developed entirely under Volkswagen Group ownership, 2003’s Continental GT was initially quite a controversial machine, utilizing as it did an entirely new engine and platform with no historic ties to the highly formal, traditional world of high-end British luxury vehicles.

Traditionalists’ fears soon subsided, however, as the Conti GT and its derivatives proved to be entirely suitable torch bearers for Bentley’s sacred values of luxury, speed, and grace.

Motivated by a fabulously complex 6.0 liter W12 with four banks of cylinders, four cams, 48 valves, and twin turbos, the CGT was as fast as it was smooth, while all-wheel drive, sophisticated chassis tuning, and advanced electronic controls allowed all of its 552 hp and 479 lb-ft to be employed at will even in the wet.

Overview

Unveiled at the 2006 New York International Auto Show, the first convertible variant was called the Continental GTC and utilized a folding fabric top built by Karmann in Germany. Mechanically identical under the skin, the GTC retained its coupe sister’s W12 engine, all-wheel-drive, and virtually all of its good looks as well.

The auction example is said to have traveled fewer than 60,000 miles under its own power, and in accordance with this figure, the car appears to remain in nice condition throughout.

Exterior

Many GTC’s were finished in white, though darker colors suit their lines best. This example’s black over tan combination is subdued but handsome, and it’s nice to see that oem Bentley wheels have been retained as well.

Interior

The four-seat cabin presents similarly well, and is filled with expensive, high-quality materials such as Connolly leather, Wilton wool, and polished veneers.

Mechanical

Producing 552 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque, the GTC’s 6.0 liter W12 allows ~5.0 second 0-60 mph runs and a top speed just shy of 200 mph. Power is shuffled through 6-speed on its way to all four wheels, and delivery is as smooth, refined, and quiet as would be expected of a Bentley.

History

This example is sold with limited documented history.

Summary

Are you in need of a luxurious, all-weather, four-seat convertible with a serious turn of speed, but don’t want a 911 Turbo? This GTC might be just the ticket.

Estimated $50,000 - $60,000.

About this auction

Seller

Private: garyblonder

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