Continental GT Speed Convertible Review

Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible Review & Details

Quick: when you hear the name “Bentley” what do you envision? If you’re like most people the first thing you think about is luxury. Bentley is a name that has been at the to  top of the luxury auto world for nearly a century. They are renowned for creating some of the most high-end vehicles that you can purchase. They have been responsible for ferrying everyone from royalty to celebrities and the uber rich wherever they need to go from one side of the globe to the other. The Bentley Continental Speed GT Convertible is just one of the vehicles that has been released by the company in recent years which garners a great deal of excitement.

Details on the Bentley
Let’s start by talking about what this incarnation of the Bentley Convertible has underneath the hood. The 6.0 twin turbo engine is able to handle an incredible 626 horsepower and also throw out 607 pounds per feet of torque. This enables it to accelerate and maintain speeds much faster than most of us will ever need to go, hitting 206 miles an hour before it tops out.

And how fast can it get to 60 miles an hour? This seems to be the ultimate test when deciding how serious of a vehicle you’re dealing with. Well, the Bentley Continental Speed GT Convertible is seriously serious. It can hit 60 miles an hour in only 4 seconds. Yes, that’s serious.

The convertible is designed to handle smoothly no matter how many corners you have to take or whether you’re driving in the city or in the country. The lower center of gravity and wide wheel base make it sturdy on all surfaces, while the upper end suspension makes even the bumpiest of roads feel like it’s just been freshly paved.

The outside of the Bentley Continental Speed GT Convertible is just as gorgeous as the inside, starting with the bumpers. The company slightly redesigned them, making them lower to the ground and just a touch wider. The mesh is paired with a smaller radiator and the chrome fender badges that were so loved on the GT Speed are back once again. The new design also incorporates a trailing edge to subtly alter the shape of the profile, making it look even more sleek than the previous versions did.

And, of course, you have to talk about the convertible part of the equation. If you are looking forward to driving with your hair blowing in the breeze (not recommended during extremely windy days, of course!), then simply push a button and the roof of the vehicle smoothly retracts into the back of the vehicle. This can be done while you’re driving, as long as you are under 10 miles an hour.  As important, you can quickly return the top to its original resting position in a very rapid manner – just in case you start to see cloudy skies on the horizon.

Should You Own a Bentley?
There may be a question that you’re asking yourself: should I own a Bentley? For some people the fact that they are able to afford a Bentley shows that they have finally achieved the goals that they set for themselves when they were younger. For others they discover that this brand of luxury vehicle is actually much more affordable than they thought, thanks to leasing options that help make driving a luxury vehicle like this a possibility.

Leasing is also a great option because it allows you to either purchase the vehicle at the end of the terms of the lease or to get a new vehicle. This way you can always have one of the newest Bentleys in the line sitting in your garage and ready to be taken for a drive.

Before you decide to purchase a Bentley outright, it’s a good idea to speak with your Palm Beach Bentley dealer to see if buying is a good idea or if it’s smarter to lease the vehicle. You may find that it is more advantageous to lease as not only are you lowering your monthly payment, you’re also setting yourself up for a quick switch to a new vehicle in just a few short years.

So should you own a Bentley? It depends on what you’re looking for in a car. If you’re looking for style, substance and absolute luxury without having to sacrifice power then yes, you should make your dreams come true. Visit your Palm Beach Bentley dealer to give the Bentley Continental Speed GT Convertible a test drive to see if it’s the perfect solution for your vehicle needs.