2008 Bentley Continental GT Speed

Description

The 2008 Bentley Continental GT Speed was the most powerful production car the brand had ever built at the time. Inspired by the original 1923 Bentley “Speed” models, the GT Speed was designed for both luxury and high performance. It featured a re-engineered 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged W12 engine, producing 600 bhp and 553 lb-ft of torque — a substantial increase over the standard Continental GT. 

This powertrain enabled the GT Speed to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds and reach a top speed of 202 mph, the first Bentley to break the 200-mph barrier. Enhancements included a lower, stiffer suspension, wider 20-inch wheels, and optional carbon-ceramic brakes. Subtle design cues like a dark-tinted grille and larger tailpipes distinguished it visually. 

The GT Speed not only elevated Bentley’s performance credentials but also broadened its appeal to a younger, more dynamic clientele. Car and Driver magazine declared, “The Speed amazes for what it doesn’t do: squeal through a tight hairpin when thrown in like a Lotus Elise, fade its brakes when pounded on a track like a Porsche, let wind deflect its awesome straight-line charges (acceleration is still enthralling from 100 to 150), or otherwise heed the laws of physics.” And this GT Speed has a RENNtech performance upgrade adding an additional 40 to 50 horsepower. 

Highlights 

• Bentley’s performance luxury Grand Tourer for 2008 

• 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged W12 engine   

• Six-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission with paddle shifters  

• Automatic full-time all-wheel drive 

• Finished in Beluga Black Clearcoat 

• Premium diamond quilted leather upholstery 

• RENNtech horsepower upgrade including: 

  • ECU upgrade 

  • Polished stainless exhaust  

Features 

• 12-speaker AM/FM/CD/Sirius stereo w/steering wheel controls 

• 14-way power-adjustable, heated front seats  

• Sport-tuned suspension with double wishbone front and multi-link rear 

• Pirelli P Zero 275/35 R20 tires 

• The Mulliner Driving Specification (standard on Continental GT Speed) includes: 

• Choice of veneers: Burr Walnut, Dark Stained Burr Walnut, or Piano Black 

• Drilled alloy sport foot-pedals 

• Sporting gear lever finished in knurled chrome and hide 

• Diamond quilted hide to seat facings, doors, and rear quarter panels 

• Embroidered Bentley emblem to seat facings 

• Indented hide headlining 

• 20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels in painted finish 

Known Imperfections 

• The CARFAX Vehicle History Report shows on 29 November 2022: “Damage Report” and “Accident reported with another motor vehicle” with further detail — “Damage to right front,” “Disabling damage reported,” “Vehicle towed,” and “Airbags did not deploy.”  

Included 

• Two sets of keys 

• Owner’s portfolio 

Ownership History 

This 2008 Bentley Continental GT Speed was sold on 27 December 2007 at Bentley High Point in High Point, North Carolina. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this four-owner Continental GT Speed with RENNtech horsepower upgrade in North Carolina, Florida, and, since April 2015, Michigan. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty. 

Contact: Craig Zimmerman  Phone: 586.707.5811‬  email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com