Hi guys
I‘ll be purchasing a continental hopefully this weekend.

2012
80‘000km
Except for the first 3 years(no driving)
there was a yearly service at a Bentley Partner

Anything else I should worry about or look out for?

Thank you

Does someone know where I can by the workshop manual for this car? This is a US import with the W12 motor.

Is it fuel, the UK economy or something else? Realistically, on a model like this, what are my running costs going to be for the year?

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202610086811058

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I bought mine from cali, so they come with summer tires, living in nyc, I am debating getting winter tires swapped or all season since I only plan to keep the car another 18 months or so, which brand would you suggest. 285-40-22 is what is on, wish i could put 285-45-22 since tons available at my costco. thanks

Bentayga or Flying Spur, which would you drive?

I own both and need to sell one, but I’m having a hard time deciding.
The Bentley is a 2020 Bentayga V8, 100-year anniversary edition, with around 48,500 miles. The Range Rover is a 2023 full-size First Edition V8 with around 67,000 miles, rear entertainment, and reclining rear seating. Both are paid off.
The Range Rover has the newer interior, but the Bentley feels more special to me. I don’t see as many around, and I feel like I might regret selling it. I also already have two newer Range Rovers on lease, so keeping the Bentley would give me something different.
For those who own or have owned a Bentayga, would you keep it over the Range Rover? How has your ownership experience been as the miles go up? Looking for honest opinions, including reasons you would sell the Bentley.

Hi guys

I‘m looking at buying a 2012 Continental 6.0 W12 (575 HP) 2 door.

Also have a 3yo kid which needs a car seat, have you guys installed a carseat and have had a passenger sit beside you comfortably?

Thanks!

What’s up everyone!
I’m just a regular, hardworking dude who has always dreamed of owning a Bentley. I’m not rich, don’t come from money, and I’m not trying to impress anybody. I just genuinely love these cars and would love to own one someday.
I’m looking at getting one strictly as a Sunday car. Something I can take out on weekends, enjoy a nice drive, and keep in the garage the rest of the week. It wouldn’t be my daily driver.
I know Bentleys aren’t cheap to maintain, even when you buy them used. I’m not expecting Toyota reliability or maintenance costs, lol.
I have a few genuine questions for current and former owners:
What’s the best used Bentley for a regular guy to get into? Continental GT, Flying Spur, or something else?
What’s the sweet spot for model years? I’m looking for something that’s depreciated significantly but isn’t going to be a complete nightmare.
How do you “hack” Bentley ownership? Meaning buying smart, avoiding massive depreciation, finding independent mechanics, sourcing parts, and keeping ownership costs reasonable.
How much should I realistically budget annually for maintenance if I’m only driving it 2,000–4,000 miles a year?
Are there certain engines, years, or models I should absolutely avoid?
Would you recommend buying one outright or financing a newer example?
If you were starting over, knowing everything you know now, which Bentley would you buy?
I’m not looking to pretend I’m wealthy or put myself in a terrible financial position just to have a badge in the driveway. I want to work toward owning one responsibly and enjoy the experience.
I’d especially love to hear from owners who aren’t millionaires and figured out how to make Bentley ownership work without breaking the bank.
Appreciate any advice, experiences, or reality checks!

***Update***

Car showed up, and is in great shape, no difference in gaps what so ever (2.53 MM on the driver side and 2.56 on the pass side) which must just be bad angels on the pictures. Taillights, all wiring, every bracket, PDCs, side lights and cracked bumper are in the car so I saved a ton of money. Car drives fine and I am digging in today to see everything I need. Bumper bars are the exact same length and the only dent is right above the right hand side large cut out on the bumper bar. Seems completely cosmetic, even the trunk opens and closes as it should.

Car was at a body shop because there is a ton of righting on the bumper like they were going to try and save it. Interior is mint and there is what looks like a $20K sound system in the car.

So help me count all my chickens before they hatch and create a post that will come back to bite me right in the ass.

I have been looking for a 2011 Supersports with rear seats in this color for a bit. found this beauty at Copart in GA and won the bid at $21K. if it has frame damage I just learned a valuable and expensive lesson. if not, I have a great DD for about $30K.

your thoughts on white sand metallic?

2014 GTC

was wondering what your thoughts were.

I have a burnt oak metallic 2016 continental GT speed with 72k miles and beautiful black oem wheels on it
. It has a warranty through Bentley until March of 2027. I came across a beautiful cpo black 2019 bentayga v8 with black oem wheels on it for 83k.

I’m being offered 38k for my car. I need a bigger car but don’t absolutely have to get rid of it currently.

What would you do?

Hey Guys , I used AI to sum up my experience and steps taken so far. I am curious your thoughts on what the issue might be and WWYD in this situation?

Bought a used 2022 Bentley Bentayga V8 from a dealer in New York on 9/21 with about 34,000 miles on it. I traded in my Mercedes towards it the balance loan is already in my name.

Eleven days and only about 180 miles later, it went into limp mode twice in one afternoon. The first time the dash showed "Drive system: warning, Limited performance." A few hours later it happened again, and this time the check engine light came on too. I took photos of the dash both times showing the time, mileage and warnings. I also noticed the cuff on the driver's side mirror has about a half inch crack and the mirror mount is slightly off.

Here's what I've done so far:

- Emailed the salesman the same night with the dash photos, so there's a dated written record

- Looked up NY's used car lemon law (GBL 198-b). At this mileage the dealer has to give a warranty of 90 days or 4,000 miles that covers the engine and drive train, even though their invoice says they "disclaim all warranties"

- Went to the dealer the next day with a one-page summary and asked for a free repair, a written repair order, a printout of the fault codes before they're cleared, a loaner, and an answer on swapping the car for a different one on their lot

- Dropped the car off. Service is closed for the weekend, so they gave me a loaner and said they'll read the codes Monday

- I'm sending a follow-up email Monday asking them to confirm the drop-off date, mileage and reason in writing, and to send me the codes

The dealer has been cooperative so far and says they want to make it right.

My questions for anyone who's been through this:

1. Has anyone seen this "Drive system: warning, Limited performance" message on a 22 Bentayga V8? What turned out to be causing it?

2. Would you push for a swap or buyback now, or let them try to fix it first?

3. Anything else I should be documenting or asking for in writing?

4. Is the mirror something I should expect the dealer to cover, given it was there at delivery? ( i believe this part is on me for not catching it sadly..)

Thanks in advance for your insights.

I will not reveal the dealer unless they become uncooportive with me so please dont ask for unmasking.

Sequin Blue. It's a shooting brake. Way bigger than I thought. Pretty sharp actually.

Love to hear yours thinking if you have 2 options like me which cars will you choose?