Chrysler Sebring Convertible Dressed Up as a Bentley Continental GTC Supersports

The Sebring is one vehicle series that the folks under the Pentastar would rather forget, as evidenced by the change of name on its facelifted replacement, the 200.

On the face of it, some customers share the feeling with Chrysler. Like this owner who transformed a 2003 Sebring Convertible V6 into a fairly accurate replica of the pre-facelift Bentley Continental GTC SuperSports cabriolet.

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Video of Million-Dollar Fender Bender Caused by a Blonde Woman in a Bentley Hits the Web

A video that captured one of the more highly publicized car accidents of recent years, which incidentally (or not…) involved a young blonde woman driving a Bentley Azure convertible into four other luxurious cars in Monaco, has surfaced on the internet almost a year after the crash happened. Read more »

German Design Studio to Turn Audi Q7 into a Coachbuilt Bentley SUV

While a tad over simplistic, one could say that, the tuning industry seems to have finally caught up with the Volkswagen Group's penchant for parts and platform sharing.

For those that do not want to wait for the production Bentley EXP 9 F SUV, German design studio Atelier Valdeig has collaborated with Armortech Motors to create a coachbuilt version of the current generation Audi Q7 offering buyers a choice of Bentley-inspired fascias and rear end styling.

The SUV is called the Tresor, which the company says is French for "treasure" and German for "safe" or "strong room".

While neither partner makes word of Bentley for obvious reasons, they do point out that the Tresor's exterior "marries traditional British design cues and sportiness" and that "the seats and the dashboard come from a noted English luxury car maker" – no prizes for guessing the brand…

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Imperium Presents New Styling Program for 2012 Bentley GTC Convertible

After the introduction of the redesigned 2012 Continental GTC Convertible, British tuning house Imperial Automotive went back to the drawing board to update its Audentia styling package for Bentley's luxury model.

The new styling kit for the drop-top Continental packs a new front bumper with a blacked out grille, air vents, sport side skirts, along with a bespoke rear bumper that integrates a diffuser and the exhaust tips, and a subtle boot lip spoiler. All parts are made out of carbon fiber.

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Bentley Boys USA “S3” Project with BMW 4.4L V8

This retro-inspired, low-rider concept is the work of automotive engineer Arturo Alonso from Bentley Boys USA and it is based on the Bentley S3 limo from the 1960’s. Although the car maintains most of the original body and chassis of the S3, Alfonso plans to modernize the Bentley’s mechanics by using a 300 Hp BMW 4.4-liter V8 powertrain complete with a 5-speed ZF automatic transmission.

Other changes include a dual-zone air-condition, new interior trim and 20-inch forged alloys wrapped around in 275/40 Continental Sport tires. The Bentley Boys USA original plans are to build three examples of the car with prices estimated to start at around $150k each. –More pics after the jump

Via: Motorpasion

Bentley Reports Record Sales and Profits for 2007

Under the guidance of the Volkswagen Group, Bentley reported record sales and profits for the 2007 calendar year that ended on 31 December 2007. The British luxury carmaker increased its net revenue by €36m or 2.7% compared with 2006, to set a new record of €1.37bn. Operating profit increased by €18m or 13.1% to a new operating profit record of €155m.

In terms of car sales, 2007 was the best year ever for Bentley as the company surpassed the 10,000 unit mark for the first time. Global sales increased by 7% in 2007 to reach 10,014 units. Increases were seen in most major markets: +7% in the UK, +4% in North America, +7% in Europe, +18% in the Asia Pacific region, and +93% in China. –Continued

Commenting on these financial results, Bentley Chairman and CEO, Dr Franz-Jozef Paefgen, said: “2007 was a milestone in the history of Bentley as we passed the 10,000 units for the first time. Five years ago we were selling only 1000 units but the development of a strong product line has seen the Company attract new customers in greater numbers. 2007 saw strong growth both in mature markets, such as Germany, the UK and the US, as well as in emerging markets, such as China and Russia.”

Bentley Recalling... Four Continental GT & Flying Spur Vehicles

Usually, when we write about recalls, it concerns at least, hundreds of owners. But that’s not the case with Bentley. The British carmaker announced that it's recalling four –yes, that right 4, MY 2004 - 2006 Continental GTs & Continental Flying Spurs because the passenger airbag replacement trimmed covers have been manufactured with tethers of an incorrect length. In the event of a crash, this could result in damage to the airbag itself during deployment increasing the risk of injuries. Bentley dealers will replace the passenger's airbag cover free of charge.