The Most Underrated Bentley? Continental R Walk Around | Car Chaps

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Жыл бұрын

Ollie and Neemah find a Bentley Continental R under the back of the sofa, so they decide to poke around it.
The Bentley Continental R is a luxury grand touring car that was produced by Bentley Motors from 1991 to 2003. It was the first Bentley model to be launched under the ownership of Rolls-Royce Motors. The Continental R was a successor to the Bentley Continental S and was designed to be a high-performance coupe with luxurious features.
The Continental R featured a distinctive and muscular design characterized by its wide, low-slung stance and sleek lines. It had a long hood and a short rear deck, giving it a classic GT silhouette. The body was handcrafted and constructed using traditional methods, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Under the hood, the Continental R was powered by a 6.75-litre turbocharged V8 engine. In its early versions, it produced around 385 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque, offering impressive performance. The engine was mated to a four-speed automatic transmission, providing smooth and effortless power delivery.
Inside, the Continental R boasted a luxurious and opulent cabin. It featured hand-stitched leather upholstery, fine wood veneers, and a wide array of customizable options. The seats were comfortable and supportive, making it an ideal car for long-distance cruising. Despite being a two-door coupe, it offered reasonable space for four passengers.
The Bentley Continental R also offered advanced features for its time, including air conditioning, power-adjustable seats, and a premium sound system. Additionally, Bentley offered various optional extras, allowing customers to personalize their cars to their exact specifications.
The Continental R received several updates and special editions during its production run. In 1996, Bentley introduced the Continental T, which was a more performance-oriented version with increased power and torque. It also featured design tweaks, including larger wheels and a revised front grille.
The Continental R was a significant model for Bentley, as it marked a return to the grand touring tradition of the brand. It combined luxury, performance, and exclusivity, making it a popular choice among affluent car enthusiasts. Today, the Bentley Continental R is considered a classic and continues to be highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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Жыл бұрын
Totally underrated, you’re right. I have it since 10 years. Marvellous car
@carchaps
@carchaps Жыл бұрын
Definitely one of the last Bentleys with a truly opulent interior
@highlandmalt6368
@highlandmalt6368 10 ай бұрын
It's a cracking car, very under valued. Owned one for 10 years. Later cars the wheels grew to 17". 96 model year gets closer to 400hp and 550lbs ft at under 2000rpm The door handles are chromium plated brass, and help to prevent scratching of the paint, unlike modern cars.
@carchaps
@carchaps 10 ай бұрын
We couldn’t agree more! Fantastic insights
@laurentbenoit9080
@laurentbenoit9080 Жыл бұрын
Hello Boyz, Very nice video (proposed by some algorythm....) Engine created in 1959 by RR engineer w/ around 200 BHP ("only" 6.2 liters) for the Silver Cloud II last used in the Bentley Mulsane MY 2020 w/ 505 BHP (and 2 turbos)
@carchaps
@carchaps Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the interesting fact! We are by no means Bentley experts and the video was very off the cuff but I knew the engine in the car had a very strong pedigree! Thanks for watching….. we will be sure to include more videos of this car in future 👍🏻
@nickyboy.
@nickyboy. Жыл бұрын
4th
@benofbrown
@benofbrown Жыл бұрын
Nice work chaps. The engine looks old because it is, it was first introduced in the late 50's and only ended production along with the Mulsanne in 2020 making it one of, if not the, longest running production runs ever. Contrary to the rumours it's not based on any American engines, it was designed completely in house by Rolls-Royce, and has quite a few differences to contemporary American units. They wanted something with lots of torque and low revs so it would be as quiet as possible, rather than designing for all out power. I have a later version in my Turbo R with 385 bhp and 750Nm of torque, it's not the fastest thing about these days and never really was, but it's effortless.
@carchaps
@carchaps Жыл бұрын
Brilliant knowledge! Such a smooth engine, and ridiculous how long they had it in production for. Glad you are enjoying your ‘R’
@philboyce1582
@philboyce1582 Жыл бұрын
Lambs wool over rugs 👍 shoes and socks off........a proper motor me old cockle
@carchaps
@carchaps Жыл бұрын
Back when details counted! Feel like all it needs is a small fireplace and it would be complete !
@philboyce1582
@philboyce1582 Жыл бұрын
@@carchaps sitting in the back chauffeur driving whisky and a cigar ..... 😉
@carltwidle9046
@carltwidle9046 9 ай бұрын
Beautiful car. I like this design and shape. The new range of Bentleys look ugly..
@carchaps
@carchaps 9 ай бұрын
Its a great car that is understated but very capable. Like I said in the video, the interior has an almost aircraft cockpit feel to it and it’s levels of comfort are unmatched. The only thing I would change is the track of the car. It’s very weird having the large wheels hidden inside the accentuated arches and I think if they were further out, the car would have a more appealing look with some ‘shoulder’ ! Thanks for watching 👍🏻
@carltwidle9046
@carltwidle9046 9 ай бұрын
@@carchaps Thanks for your message.
@peterbradshaw8018
@peterbradshaw8018 11 ай бұрын
Would buy one right now. Aston makes heritage versions Bentley your turn now. Tired of the Audieske rubbish.
@carchaps
@carchaps 10 ай бұрын
I recently saw a video of a car designer on KZfaq do a sketch/computer graphic of a modern updated version of the Continental R. From what I saw, I would buy it in a heartbeat…… we can dream!!
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