Bentley Turbo R 6750cc Review

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ivan1890's review of Bentley Turbo R 6750cc

“Essential to purchase with full Bentley, or...”

★★★★★

written by ivan1890 on 09/01/2006

Good Points
British engineering at its very best.

Bad Points
Parts expensive. Servicing requires specialist mechanics.

General Comments
Essential to purchase with full Bentley, or specialist, service history and specifically check that the very expensive major hydraulics / brakes service has been carried out at least every 8 years, and that FULL services were effected every 24k. Particularly check for sound: Turbo, steering pump, differential, brake disks, central locking, main odometer and cruise control, rot around cills etc. Brake / hydraulics mineral fluid must be changed every 2 years otherwise damage occurs. Tyres for 15" wheels incredibly expensive (£360.). Tyres for upgraded 17" wheels can be obtained for £120. So if you intend keeping the vehicle for decades then upgrade the wheels! Parts can be ridiculously expensive eg. turbo studs £34. plus VAT each. A friendly local engineer can manufacture these, and other small routine parts, for next to nothing. MPG around 18. From 1990 onwards two odometers were fitted: Check the electronic odometer as the classic odometer is often broken / frozen. If this model is properly maintained then it will run for decades and provide immense pleasure. But, try to run one long term on a shoe string and the ultimate expense could be vast. Pre-1994 models are not as fast on acceleration as a 4 litre Jaguar XJR but the engine has to move 2.50 tonnes and is such is adequately powerful for most purposes. Overall an exceptional driving experience and highly recommended. If you acquire a Bentley then membership of both national and local clubs is almost a must. The incredible national annual show has to be experienced. There is nothing else like it in the motoring world.

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