2015 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT3-R

KEY FACTS

• A rare, lightened and focused limited-run sporting GT, presented in excellent condition throughout.
• Under the bonnet is the 572bhp 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8, which drives all four wheels via an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission, allowing the GT3-R to sprint from 0-62mph in just 3.8 seconds.
• It benefits from a full annual Bentley main dealer service history from new.
• One of only 300 produced, and believed to be one of around 30 in the UK.

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• Finished in Glacier White, with a Beluga black leather interior with green accents and diamond-quilted contrast stitching.
• The GT3-R featured stiffer springs, dampers, anti-roll bars and bushes over the standard road cars, delivering what Evo magazine called “the best-handling Bentley Continental ever” at its launch.
• The car will be accompanied by its original handbook and service book, as well as invoices for its two most recent services and a number of tools and accessories.

Specification:

• Exterior carbon-fibre components including front spoiler, side skirts, mirror covers, rear diffuser, rear spoiler, rear diffuser and bonnet vents.
• Gloss black window surrounds, headlight bezels and side stripes.
• LED daytime running lights.
• Akrapovic Engineered for Bentley Titanium exhaust system.
• Carbon ceramic brakes with green calipers.
• 21-inch gloss black alloy wheels.
• Heated and electrically adjustable sports seats with lumbar support and memory function.
• Leather / Alcantara trimmed steering wheel with green 12 o’clock marker.
• Carbon-fibre interior trim, include door panels, door handles, dashboard fascia panels and sill kicks.
• Climate control.
• Cruise control.
• Satellite navigation.
• DAB radio.
• TV function.
• Power folding mirrors.
• Soft-close doors.
• Auto dimming rear view mirror.
• Rear view camera.
• Keyless entry and drive.
• Tracker.

CONDITION

• No bodywork damage.
• The Glacier White paintwork and distinctive black and green decals are in excellent condition, and there are only a few minor stone chips to the carbon-fibre front splitter.
• Inside, there is very slight surface wear on the driver’s seat outer bolster, and one or two hairline scratches to the carbon-fibre on the driver’s door card, as shown in the gallery.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults, and all of the switchgear works as it should.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 4 March 2021 at 12,891 miles, resulting in a clean, first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This GT3-R’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in March 2021 at 12,880 miles by Bentley Leicester, which included a brake fluid and spark plug change, as well as replacement of the battery and the passenger-side rear tyre.
• Prior to this, the car was serviced by Bentley Newcastle in January 2020 at 11,483 miles and in January 2019 at 8,588 miles. The comprehensive annual history is shown below.

Summary:

• 03/02/15 - 18 miles Bentley Jack Barclay (PDI)
• 18/04/16 - 1897 miles Bentley Berkshire (1st year)
• 18/04/17 - 3936 miles Bentley Newcastle (2nd year)
• 31/01/18 - 4208 miles Bentley Newcastle (3rd year)
• 14/01/19 - 8588 miles Bentley Newcastle (4th year)
• 08/01/20 - 11483 miles Bentley Newcastle (5th year)
• 04/03/21 - 12880 miles Bentley Leicester (6th year)

SUMMARY

This Bentley Continental GT3-R is a more athletic interpretation of the luxurious grand tourer, presented in superb condition and serviced annually by Bentley main dealers without fail. A very rare performance car, with discerning chassis upgrades and an eye-catching colour scheme, it is a compelling opportunity for Bentley collectors in particular, and is sure to bring a smile to their face every time they hear the snarl of its potent V8.

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