[157][150][154] Compared to previous models, the car features a lighter body (>80 kg (176.4 lb)), an extended wheelbase (135 mm (5.3 in)), a 48-volt roll-control system and a new 6.0-litre W12 TSI engine, as well as a significant interior overhaul including an industry first rotating display. [130], Available in coupé and convertible bodies, the Continental Supersports (also available with X Specification) is a version of the Continental GT W12 with increased engine power to 710 PS (522 kW; 700 hp) at 6,000 rpm and 1,017 N⋅m (750 lb⋅ft) of torque at 2,050–4,500 rpm. [121][122][123] Delivery began in summer of 2015.[124]. [97], Delivery was set to begin in summer of 2014.[114]. [3], The vehicle was unveiled at the 2006 New York International Auto Show,[16] followed by the C. de Salamanca in Seville. Total 24 Hours of Spa Belgium Round 6. Sleek yet aggressive, the AMG GT … One notable aspect of the Continental Flying Spur is its grille which is made to look like traditional chromed brass mesh but is actually a metal-covered plastic-core. 635 PS (467 kW; 626 hp) at 6,000, 820 N⋅m (605 lb⋅ft) at 1,700? 710 Supersports in total will be built. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. It is not a coach-built car. 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The convertible also gets new, lightweight 20-inch alloy wheels that are 22 lb (10.0 kg) lighter than the standard wheel. The vehicle debuted in 2003 at the Geneva Motor Show, followed by Le Mans,[4] the 2003 Goodwood Festival of Speed[5] and the 2003 annual Bentley Drivers Club meeting at Silverstone. This 2019 Ford Mustang GT coupe is equipped with the Performance Package Level 2 consisting of 19″aluminum wheels, larger brakes with Brembo front calipers, revised suspension with MagneRide damping, a unique rear spoiler, and a 3.73 rear end with a Torsen limited-slip differential. The "Monster by Mulliner" Continental GT V8 S is a version of the Continental GT V8 S coupe built by the Mulliner bespoke coach-building division. Grand Theft Multiplayer is a free alternative multiplayer modification for Grand Theft Auto V, giving you the possibility to play with hundreds of players on dedicated servers with custom gamemodes built from the ground up and modified game experiences. [84], The vehicle was first unveiled at the 2012 North American International Auto Show,[85] followed by the 2012 Geneva Motor Show,[86] 2012 New York International Auto Show,[87] 2012 Paris International Auto Salon[82] and the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show.[88]. The Mulliner Driving Specification includes a choice of three standard veneers (Burr Walnut, Dark Stained Burr Walnut, Piano Black, drilled alloy sport foot-pedals, gear lever finished in knurled chrome and hide, diamond quilted hide to seat facings, doors and rear quarter panels; embroidered Bentley emblem to seat facings, 20-inch two-piece alloy sports wheels (GTC only) or 20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels in Dark Tint painted finish (GTC Speed only). ZF 8-speed automatic with Quickshift, Block Shifting and separate Drive, Sport and Tiptronic modes. [117], The US model went on sale for US$337,000, with deliveries to the Americas Region starting at the first quarter of 2015.[118]. [72], The vehicle was unveiled at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, followed by the 2012 Qatar International Motor Show. They feature 20-inch 14-spoke alloy diamond wheels polished with unique black center caps featuring Bentley 'B' emblem (GTC) or 20-inch wheels from Supersports finished in dark tint with red brake calipers (GTC Speed) as well as Union Jack brightware badges on the front fenders, exclusive Midnight body colour option, Dark Grey Metallic soft top and the Mulliner fuel-filler cap as standard, Beluga main leather hide with white (GTC) or Pillar Box Red (GTC Speed) contrast stitching and piping and Bentley emblems, Piano Black veneers, engine-turned aluminum with bright (GTC) or dark (GTC Speed) finish, drilled alloy sport foot pedals, treadplates and a badge on the console with the '80-11 Edition' signature. [138], The Continental GT3 Concept Racer is a race car concept based on the Continental GT V8. The first race began at Gulf 12 Hours, held at the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi. It was the first car released by Bentley under Volkswagen AG management, after the company's acquisition in 1998, and the first Bentley to employ mass production manufacturing techniques. An aerodynamic front splitter, discrete side sills and rear diffuser in Beluga gloss were also fitted as well as a front radiator matrix also finished in Beluga gloss, new exclusive 20-inch wheels with open-spoke design, red-painted brake calipers, optional sports exhaust, optional duo-tone interiors, choice of interior trim in seventeen hide colours, unique contrast centre stripe for the hide-trimmed roof lining matching the colour of the main hide, knurled chrome detailing to the gearshift lever, Piano Black veneers and 'V8 S' on each sill tread plate as well as on both front fenders. Unlike a conventional 12-cylinder engine with two banks of six (V-12), the Continental's 6-litre engine is configured in two banks of VR six cylinders each (2x VR6). [11][12][13], The four-door Continental Flying Spur saloon was first displayed at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show. The vehicle was sold in 2016 at the Goodwood Festival of Speed auction by Bonhams on 2016-06-24, with funds raised to be donated to Care2Save Charitable Trust. The previous record was 296 km/h (183.9 mph), achieved with a Bugatti EB110 Supersport. It was the first car released by Bentley under Volkswagen AG management, after the company's acquisition in 1998, and the first Bentley … US models also included sequentially numbered GT3-R sill treadplates. [127], US models went on sale as 2017 model year vehicles, with deliveries began at summer 2016.[129]. [136], A 2016 Bentley Continental GT Speed driven by John Bowe reached a top speed of 331 km/h (206 mph) at Stuart Highway, Australia. The car was designed to be a highly desirable Bentley, but smaller, more affordable, yet still exclusive in order to maintain the integrity of the brand. The rear-wheel drive race car utilises a >550 bhp 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8. The 8 Speed ZF automatic transmission's calibration was also enhanced to provide a more responsive drive. [19], The new Continental GT and GT Speed were available to order from August 2007. 2015 model year cars also came with an addition 10PS and 10Nm of torque, both helping to increase top speed and reduce acceleration times. [37], The US model has an MSRP of approximately US$270,000, with early vehicles not having E85 capability, which would be available in summer of 2010 for the US market.[38]. The Continental GT is equipped with a 6.0 litre twin-turbocharged W12 engine, which produces a DIN-rated power output of 560 PS (412 kW; 552 bhp) at 6,100 rpm, and torque of 650 N⋅m (479 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600–6,100 rpm. 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