This Bentley Continental GT costs less than a Clio IV!

A Renault Clio IV really costs less than this Bentley, but the latter has quite a past behind it.

With incredible longevity, this Bentley Continental GT de 2005 proves that even British luxury cars can be reliable in the long term. However, this model for sale for less than a Clio IV hides many surprises.

A car with exceptional mileage

Contrary to the sometimes unfair reputation of British luxury vehicles, accused of being expensive and unreliable, this Bentley Continental GT has shattered all the clichés. In two decades, she has covered nearly 828,000 kilometers. This represents an annual average of 35,000 kilometersor approximately three times the average mileage of a French motorist.

When this coupe left the factory, it was a true automotive masterpiece. With his W12 engine of 6.0 liters developing 552 horsepowerit could reach almost 320 km/h top speed. Its base price was around 150 000 euros. Today, this luxury British car finds itself with a buy-it-now price of $6,500, or approximately 6 300 euros. It is available on the website of Copartan English-speaking site specializing in vehicle auctions.

Nevertheless, this unexpected longevity at a price. This Bentley has significant front end damage and a collapsed suspension. As for its interior, it remains in surprisingly good condition for a car that has driven so many kilometers. The leather seats, steering wheel and wooden dashboard finish have held up well over the years. This car is therefore a potential mine of spare parts or a rather ambitious restoration project.

A very risky bet for Bentley enthusiasts

If someone decides to put this Bentley back on the road, it could probably become one of the examples with the most miles in the world. To UNITED STATESno used Bentley Continental has more than 210,000 kilometers on the odometer. An incredible challenge would be to get this model to a million miles. In reality, there are only about 170,000 kilometers left to go.

For a little over 6,300 euros, this luxury coupe will need a significant investment to get back on the road. For mechanical enthusiasts or collectors, it is still a unique opportunity to own a car that has marked the history of Bentley in its own way.

With its mileage equivalent to a round trip from Earth to the Moon, this Bentley Continental GT tells a story fascinating story sustainability and luxury. Even in its deplorable condition, it remains a rare curiosity in the automotive world.