2008 Bentley Azure After 50,000 Miles - How Does the Land Yacht Hold Up? (POV Binaural Audio)

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2008 Bentley Azure After 50,000 Miles - How Does the Land Yacht Hold Up? (POV Binaural Audio)

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Жыл бұрын

Thanks to Bond Group in Waltham, MA for this high mile Azure Experience.
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@jimmyhu0109 Жыл бұрын

It's astonishing how a soft top is as quiet on the highway as my four door sedan

@rsnc23 Жыл бұрын

It's not astonishing. I sold them when new. It's the staggering price that creates a vehicle like that.

@user-mahmoud2005 Жыл бұрын

The interior is really beautiful

@ferrochinabisleri1587 Жыл бұрын

To be honest, not that much.

@MyKeeP81 Жыл бұрын

@@ferrochinabisleri1587 its incredible you weirdo

@mikedtw Жыл бұрын

That may be the most jaw-droppingly beautiful interior I've ever seen. Its glorious! Thanks again for all your vids, Sir!

@theodor12 Жыл бұрын

Check out the Facel Vega II interior, I think it's even better

@username8644 Жыл бұрын

Most hideous thing I've ever seen. Looks like a super cheap hotel or boat interior.

@jamescosby2343 Жыл бұрын

@@username8644: That's funny! Can relate.

@robertwillis4061 Жыл бұрын

Personally I don't like the colour of the wood trim, it is too pale. It looks fake, needs to be several shades darker. Maybe it is because it is so close to the colour of the leather

@aryanbaviskar1186 7 ай бұрын

@@robertwillis4061 What do you mean it looks fake? Their are various types of trees and all of their wood looks different. Walnut is not the only real wood.

@darkknight8139 Жыл бұрын

Wow, this car is impressive. It is extremely elegant for such a huge car, with a really classic and beautiful interior. One of the first things I noticed is that it is super quiet, and it really wafts over bumps. I remember other cars you drove on the same route on some serious bad roads, this car just doesn't seem to care, it just floats over them. Really good stuff. And it is quick. Not fast, but quick because of all the low end torque. The Grand Marquis you mention is in a class of its own, but it will never ever come near this Bentley. The "new Bentley" shows a lot of very much needed technological progress, but the Continental GT and even the Flying Spur lost some of the charm that the Azure still has, even after all those years. Don't think about mentioning "Bentayga" and "class" or "stylish" in one sentence. No, this Azure and also the Arnage of the same era were the last classic Bentleys.

@RyanRoadReaper Жыл бұрын

This, and a condo by the Maine coastline, is all I need to be happy 😅

@TOPDadAlpha Жыл бұрын

As a RR owner I can absolutely inform you that it takes time to learn how to drive a RR/Bently. The reference to bring a "boat" is sort of correct but an extremely smooth boat. After a few drives one learns the cars charteristics. For me personally I am never in a hurry. Why be in a hurry. Enjoy the drive.

@hobbies2902 Жыл бұрын

Can you expound more on what things do you learn in the process with these cars?

@Evan-McM 9 ай бұрын

Have heard Phantoms are like nothing else to drive

@_phantomII_ 5 ай бұрын

you are correct@@Evan-McM

@gregorygant4242 Жыл бұрын

That interior is simply sublime , absolutely beautiful!

@clownworld-honk410 Жыл бұрын

You know you're driving something luxurious when the indicator is the loudest thing in the car! 😅

@staLkerhu Жыл бұрын

That 3 tone interior ROCKS!!! 🧐

@Kyuzeth Жыл бұрын

I really appreciated the more taciturn approach in this video. I love your commentary, don't get me wrong, but having watched this late at night, tired from work, that quiet V8 rumble all throughout was surprisingly soothing. I'd have a Brooklands myself if I had the money - that comes with the peak form of the 6.75L V8 and I love the pillarless coupé look - but these sorts of Bentleys really are just the best of the bunch. Thanks for the video! Your videos always put me in a great mood.

@supervette9953 Жыл бұрын

looks and sounds like she scoots pretty good, gorgeous looking car. i saw one in a purple metallic color was some special color omg was that car amazing

@dr.larrystrong9080 10 ай бұрын

Did you see the purple azure in the Palm Beach, Florida area?

@dr.larrystrong9080 10 ай бұрын

I may have seen it myself! It was stunning!

@hlk5887 Жыл бұрын

Captain Ted at the helm of his yacht. This is gorgeous! You can hear the rumble of the engine just a little bit. Very soothing to watch.

@GustavoVegliaVicO.M. Жыл бұрын

This car is SO amazing, I love it so much. Definitely my style of car. Great video bro.

@juliocesaralvesdarosafilho4743 Жыл бұрын

there is just a soothing characteristic about your videos, it is soo relaxing .

@ace773 Жыл бұрын

Even the wipers just move so smoothly somehow, lovely

@Oliver0200 Жыл бұрын

Funny time to post this, we have a '99 Azure at my shop currently with 38k miles. It's very similar besides the more 90s interior with a car phone in the console and disc changer in the trunk. There's many more switches and buttons though in the center area. One thing a video can't wholly express is the incredible quality feel of all of the buttons and switches. No plastic, everything is metal and weighted. That's the build quality I love about RR.

@landebadalge2641 Жыл бұрын

Man, the sound when it started & its sound while driving. What a feeling to be inside. And the look of the exterior & interior just want to make me to own one. You are so😂 daring to drive that car on such a lonely road.

@koolkeiths Жыл бұрын

That power top is a ticking time 💣bomb lol...💰💴

@Cas_anova Жыл бұрын

I've always wanted to know whether the 2008 Bentley Azure boogies or not. And now I know. 👌🏻

@D.G24 Жыл бұрын

feels so nice hopping on KZfaq and seeing familiar road signs haha love the content.

@lpflood Жыл бұрын

Great video. I agree, would love to own something like this at some point!

@Lambosown 11 ай бұрын

Idk how but you just capture the essence of the cars with how you film these. You really capture the strengths and weaknesses and you have a good personality too!

@TedwardDrives 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@mothmagic1 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful car. Definitely a head turner.

@philiplewis7252 Жыл бұрын

Great video! In my honest opinion, this model is by far the best looking and most stylish Bentley ever made.

@Cars-Guitars-Music Жыл бұрын

That is one beautiful car, and a V8 thumb's up, long live the V8 👍😊

@BrenTravisMusician Жыл бұрын

That is a beautiful car and possibly the only soft top I could want. The interior is perfect.

@_PJW_ Жыл бұрын

The last proper Bentley. And probably most beautiful.

@IamTony666 Жыл бұрын

It really does look like the interior of a yacht lmfao. The Bentley hood ornament is sick too.

@ghibli608 Жыл бұрын

This video is so relaxing and southing! I loved being your passenger….

@robertd4468 Жыл бұрын

That wood is beautiful. It’s so classy and elegant

@AlternateShenanigans-kp6uj Жыл бұрын

Great channel

@sprezzatura8755 Жыл бұрын

These cars are actually quite robust. I think the weak points are the soft top hydraulic cylinders. But Bentley and Rolls-Royce are truly built to last a lifetime. So if you actually keep them long-term it becomes quite economical to own. Bonus if you can do some of your own maintenance. There are a lot of Volkswagen group crossover parts that can save a bundle.

@rockymntdan1 10 ай бұрын

Have you ever owned one with more than 50K miles? My friend did; had to rebuild suspension, window motor, etc etc. My opinion; POS , especially given the cost of the vehicle.

@Krazy_Shorts Жыл бұрын

Man, that thing is pimpin!!

@bobbyrodriguez9622 Жыл бұрын

F’ing beautiful man 😎 great review 💪🏽

@InTeCredo Жыл бұрын

I love the lighter shade of brown for wood veneer inserts!

@MythRsR1979 Жыл бұрын

It looks extremely relaxing to drive

@lordnat1968 Жыл бұрын

Same steeringwheel and mirrors like my VW Phaeton and even the front seats are looking similar...but I would prefer this Azure 😊

@fasthracing Жыл бұрын

Truly stunning interior.

@bobsmoot8454 Жыл бұрын

That’s a NICE sled, I’d drive it to cruise around in about my town

@marial8235 Жыл бұрын

I would love to buy an Arnage from this era which I could afford except for two factors. First, I am Community College professor, and people will generically think I am getting rich off public funds which is not the case at all. But appearances matter. Most folks don’t realize that Depreciation is what makes an Arnage in the same price category as far more humble cars. 2. If something breaks that is really bespoke Bentley, the parts cost scares me: my husband can do the mechanicals on most stuff, but it’s a risk. For now, I’ll watch Ted❤

@Mike-rk8px Жыл бұрын

It’s not just that some parts will be very hard to find over time, but it’s the sheer amount of parts on Rolls Royce/Bentley cars that really shocks people. These cars usually have at least 6 mufflers, and you can just imagine the hours it will take to replace them, then add in labor and the cost of parts. An oil change will cost at least $500. A new convertible top is at least $15,000. You can just imagine what you’ll spend on gas and insurance. Bentley’s depreciate really badly, often people buy them and don’t realize the time, money, and commitment it takes to keep one running. Even if you can afford it, it’s still a major commitment. Sadly, they’re also not known for being reliable cars. Buying a cheaper used one that looks beautiful might be tempting, but it can be hiding a host of problems only a certified Bentley mechanic would see. If you want an elegant and luxurious car, get a top of the line Lexus: they’re famous for being extremely reliable, better made than just about anything, not expensive to maintain, and are virtually silent inside when you’re driving. There’s a reason used Lexus’ hold their value so well.

@marial8235 Жыл бұрын

@@Mike-rk8px I agree with what you wrote. I would never get a Bentley Convertible. We have a number of vehicles, mostly antiques. I have a 52 Jaguar Mark 7 that is slowly getting restored and that has Bentley styling: that will have to do. That will be my retirement pimp car.😂😂😂

@jamescosby2343 Жыл бұрын

I'm a Mercedes Benz owner. Love the turning radius, great on premium fuel, and isn't bad on synthetic oil changes. $138. Drove my CLK from San Diego to Tampa in 4.5 days. This car loved cruise control @ 85 mph. 300 miles per tank, that's from El Paso to San Antonio. By the way, excellent Bose sound system! Now I'm a Depeche Mode fan/air-conditioner here in Ybor City, Florida God Bless you all! 🇺🇸. 💯.

@robertolensi7240 Жыл бұрын

One of the best ever. 😊

@HarryFromTheNorthSide Жыл бұрын

This car is absolutely beautiful.

@nickdoughty518 Жыл бұрын

I'd forgotten the canyons of trees in New England; rarely do you see scenery!

@R19Robbin Жыл бұрын

Land yacht 👌

@Jason-ov8jv Жыл бұрын

Bentley, it's definitely something out of this world❤

@Misplaceddd Жыл бұрын

That's a REAL boat if I've ever seen one

@lucakarl8000 Жыл бұрын

You make my day 😀

@fachzentrumkfo Жыл бұрын

Such a tasteful car

@PremierAutoMan86 Жыл бұрын

The last old school Bentley!

@user-lq9ry6me2n Жыл бұрын

Hi tedward.. It will be gorgeous to test Bentley Brookland.

@j22563 Жыл бұрын

If I had the money I wouldn't be interested in any supercars. Something like this is what I'd buy. Cozy

@gregorygant4242 Жыл бұрын

Yep me too. Much prefer something like this than a supercar !

@b4ssfunk3d Жыл бұрын

When he fired up the engine, I laughed a little inside when the screen flashed "Service Required." Not surprising for a British car

@Aldo-Music-Channel Жыл бұрын

Steering wheel appears off centre? a stunningly beautiful car nonetheless 😎

@dallisb1047 Жыл бұрын

Nice! I know that I am getting old. A beautiful luxurious and nice riding Bentley is more desirable than a sports car.

@tehbrutenextdoor Жыл бұрын

CEO’s come in all shapes and sizes. ❤

@tehbrutenextdoor Жыл бұрын

But their vehicles only come in one size - fucking huge.

@UrsusTheodorusdoesGameShows Жыл бұрын

6:06 ...and in some states like West Virginia, drivers are required by law to turn on headlights during rainy weather.

@TedwardDrives Жыл бұрын

That’s the law here too but even the cops don’t follow it.

@jeromep3182 Жыл бұрын

That’s the wood grain I love the most

@scottleyva8656 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@TedwardDrives Жыл бұрын

Incredibly generous! Thank you

@edalder2000 Жыл бұрын

I remember the WW2 generation having LTDs, Crown Vics, and more floaty boats as a kid. This Bentley makes those LTDs look like dinghys. Lay back in your seat and think of The Empire.

@Dusty204 Жыл бұрын

I was just waiting for something to break on the the soft top.

@johnmarkey4862 Жыл бұрын

The Best

@jagaux1688 Жыл бұрын

Sick!

@starsaber2002 Жыл бұрын

Ngl ted would definitely be the ceo of uber if given the chance

@stefanospinoccia7229 Жыл бұрын

The CEO son HAHAHAHA

@mohideenmohammed935 Жыл бұрын

Wow, this is masterpiece 👏 😍 Can u review porsche carrera gt 2003?😅

@pakee2352 Жыл бұрын

AutoTopNL has an autobahn review if you havent watched that already

@edalder2000 Жыл бұрын

I wonder if that boat could fit through The Panama Canal? /s

@romanbenaben7451 7 ай бұрын

A este coche es muy bonito me gusta pero en la parte delantera parece que le faltan cosas como en otros se ven un poco más completos

@MrMarkhall1 Жыл бұрын

Bentley and Rolls Royce, motoring heaven.

@hellucination9905 Жыл бұрын

Elegance.

@johnnyloxley4457 Жыл бұрын

Y'all need to start checking out the radio first thing lol Bentley or Chevy, i always check the radio first, then the engine lol

@adamklotzify Жыл бұрын

nice, a fellow "cover the break and horn" enthusiast

@TedwardDrives Жыл бұрын

Always 😂

@Grandpaneedsblood Жыл бұрын

I would rather have this than a new one any day bro

@Harvest1212 Жыл бұрын

Please make a more advanced manual tutorial!

@val_solooo Жыл бұрын

Do I really see a steering wheel, climate controls, probably even a seat base from an e38 era BMW 7 series? Also, maybe it's just on video, but this car could do with some quieter (maybe more modern?) tyres - feels a bit odd to be hearing thread noise at very low speeds.

@SaschaS. Жыл бұрын

If you‘re really into this landyacht thing (like me) You should try to test drive a 1992 Mercedes 600 SEL. I’d let you drive mine when I‘ve finally eliminated that drive line shake… So if you’re in Germany sometime in the future hit me up 😂

@Gr8thxAlot Жыл бұрын

Imagine asking how a Honda or Toyota are "holding up" at 50k. :-D But, this is a beautiful car!

@itgoestoeleven Жыл бұрын

Education, please! I wish I could say I knew - first hand - what you mean by one of your statements in this vid, but, alas, I do not. You said once VW and BMW acquired the RR and Bentley marques, they became "very, very different types of vehicles." I'd be grateful if you could elaborate on that point. Sincere thanks!

@KirkaOrange Жыл бұрын

This car will go and 300,000 miles. And won't break.

@WouterB76 4 ай бұрын

I bet 95% of people don't ever come above 4500 t.p.m., especially not with a automatic transmission. And yet so many are so proud of how much horsepower their car makes (at 6000 t.p.m. or even more)

@onesandzeroes Жыл бұрын

No rain sensor?

@thelastswedishviking Жыл бұрын

i had one of these... but this car looks like a 'rebuild flood' title, the leather is loose and bubbly...

@isthkar123 Жыл бұрын

wow wow beautiful

@normastanley5853 Жыл бұрын

What state are you doing this vlog in...

@KrustyKlown Жыл бұрын

Interior looks very Boat Like

@aidan1585 Жыл бұрын

That redline is comically low... Just about 1000rpm lower than the redline (5600rpm redline) on my diesel BMW 3 series (2017)

@jumboJetPilot Жыл бұрын

I always loved the parchment dials and I thought they should adapt that scheme to other interior colors. For example, a blue interior would have powder blue parchment dials. Same goes for other interior colors.

@69Vide0S Жыл бұрын

I wanna drive this car so bad

@fscott1134 Жыл бұрын

Why is it always raining in your vid’s? Do you wait for it?

@TedwardDrives Жыл бұрын

It’s rarely raining in my videos.

@bairongshao6160 Жыл бұрын

Last real Bentley

@paulie-Gualtieri. Жыл бұрын

The orange needles on the gauges look crap in an otherwise classic interior.

@juriebezuidenhout2538 Жыл бұрын

Old money Bentley

@RIckdog42 Жыл бұрын

luxo barge! ha

@pippipster6767 Жыл бұрын

Like a boat.

@dewservices Жыл бұрын

Did you buy this car or rent it or borrow it? Autotrader is selling these for about $100,000 with less miles.

@TedwardDrives Жыл бұрын

I buy every car I review. 3 cars per week

@Mostopinionatedmanofalltime 10 ай бұрын

A Bentley doesn’t have a hood. It’s a bonnet.😊

@jordanking6939 Жыл бұрын

Limp Bizkit Rollin Rollin Rollin music video.

@DiaperSNiFFER Жыл бұрын

Tedward aren’t this push to start? I don’t think you have to put the key 🔑 in the dash

@TedwardDrives Жыл бұрын

Show me the start button

@DiaperSNiFFER 11 ай бұрын

@@TedwardDrivesisn’t it in the middle? Also 🫵 watch the sass 💁‍♂️ bud

@Pinco-xg2ol Жыл бұрын

Interior ooh no

@Quadrille763 Жыл бұрын

when that roof breaks it probably costs $30,000

@TedwardDrives Жыл бұрын

Probably

@jcrbama Жыл бұрын

Size of a yacht and the yearly maintenance costs are probably about the same as a 100 ft yacht. I have sympathy for anyone that has to keep up with the mineral oil based hydraulic system in these.