11k-Mile 1997 Bentley Azure

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Designed by one of the world’s finest coachbuilders, Pininfarina, then hand-assembled and finished by Rolls-Royce, it was no surprise that every one of Bentley’s 1,015 Azure units was pre-sold before even being built. An evolution of the Continental R, the Azure soon achieved iconic status among luxury car buyers. Now, more than 25 years since its 1995 introduction, it has earned a deserved reputation as being one of the best combinations of power and luxury to emerge from Bentley's Crewe factory

The Azure’s elegant, understated body design, luxurious interior, and state-of-the-art powertrain were designed for maximum motoring style, comfort, and performance. Capable of a maximum speed of 155 mph, the Azure is a car that elevates the driving experience beyond mere transportation with its top speed simply the byproduct of the power produced from its 6.75-liter V8 intercooled, turbocharged engine. The sumptuous Connolly leather upholstery was fashioned with the goal of being peerless among all luxury car manufacturers.

Ultimately, this is a driver’s car disguised as a boulevard cruiser; a powerful, yet well-mannered machine, equally capable of a spirited run through the mountains as an elegant conveyance for a foursome to the local golf club. Presented here, as when new, this Azure offers the ultimate in comfort and style delivering exciting, powerful, yet impeccable road manners.

This car is part of the George Foreman Collection, which comprises over 50 cars from the 1930s through today, with a focus on American classics and late-model sports cars.

Highlights

• Offered from The George Foreman Collection

• A single-owner example retained by George Foreman since new

• At cataloging, this 1997 Bentley Azure features 10,558 miles, an average of just over 400 miles per year

• A limited production handbuilt vehicle, one of just 200 Bentley Azures built worldwide for 1997

• Finished in Black over light cream-colored Connolly leather upholstery

• Fitted with a body-color matching Black fully-powered soft top with single button operation designed and manufactured by Pininfarina

• Powered by a 6.75-liter turbocharged and intercooled V8 engine coupled to a four-speed “4L80-E” automatic transmission

• Impressive power figures of 385 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 553 lb-ft of torque at 2,000 rpm

• Vehicle design and initial assembly by Pininfarina in Italy with final assembly carried out at Crewe, England

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

• Accommodation for four adults

• New style sports seating, front and rear unique to the Azure

• Four-position front seat memory, lumbar adjustments, and two-stage heating

• Tilt-adjustable steering column

• 4x30 watt audio system with six-disc CD autochanger

• Remote control of in-car entertainment system for rear seat passengers

• Wilton wool carpeting and lambswool rugs

• Burr walnut interior trim

• Dual-level air conditioning

• Automatic Ride Control

• Adaptive Shift Control

• Center console mounted gear shift with sport/standard gearchange selector

• Electronic traction assistance system (ETAS)

• 17 inch aluminum alloy wheels

• Four-channel anti-lock brakes (ABS)

• Laser-cut Stainless steel matrix grille

Known Imperfections

• Please note that the vehicles in The George Foreman Collection have been in long-term static storage and will benefit from additional mechanical attention prior to being driven. Bidders are encouraged to review the Additional Documents section of each lot for any recent mechanical service rendered to help return certain vehicles to running condition. Additionally, bidders should carefully review the photos of each lot in the collection, which may highlight the oxidation of metal components certain vehicles sustained as the result of a garage fire caused by a golf cart battery in March 2019. Although none of the vehicles sustained fire damage from the fire itself, the negative cosmetic effects of the corrosive soot vary greatly from vehicle to vehicle and can be observed in the photo galleries of each lot. All lots are sold as is, where is, and bidders are responsible for any desired diligence before placing a bid.

• Small door dings on the driver and passenger doors

• The hood struts need replacement

• Warped tail lights

• Minor scratch on the passenger side of the front bumper

• Some marks on the driver’s door panel upholstery

• Oxidized interior metal trim

• Soft top inoperable

• Wear on the driver’s seat bolster

Included

• Owner’s manuals

• Gloves

• Wheel cap lock tool

Ownership History

The CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 1997 Bentley Azure indicates that it is a single-owner example, entering The George Foreman Collection in March of 1997. It features a clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report and reveals an average of 406 miles traveled per year with a current total at cataloging of 10,558 miles.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.

Contact: Marvin Waters Phone: 910.315.2918 email: mwaters@hagerty.com