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Bentley Continental GTC
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Bentley Continental GT-GTC

Bentley Motors has announced the introduction of the Continental GTC convertible.

The new luxury 2+2 convertible completes the Bentley Continental model range following the introduction of the highly successful Continental GT in 2003 and four-door Continental Flying Spur earlier this year.


With a top speed in excess of 190mph (304 km/h), a sophisticated all-wheel drive system, 12-cylinder engine, advanced air suspension and ultra-stiff body structure, the Continental GTC displays all the dynamic qualities of the Continental GT.

“The Continental GTC is the third step in our new product and segment strategy,” explains Bentley chairman Dr Franz-Josef Paefgen. “It will again open up the Bentley brand to more customers who only buy convertibles, as well as being a logical next car for our existing owners.”

Bentley Continental GTC Design Sketch

Bentley Continental GTC

Bentley Continental GT

The Bentley Continental GTC (on the left) and the original GT coupé (on the right), launched in 2003.

The Design

The Continental GTC shares the familiar face of the Continental family; the transformation did not change the GT coupé lines and shape; the side view and the rear view confirm the cleaness and the smoothness of the body volumes: the transition between the rear fenders and the deck lid appears as much natural as in the Continental GT.

The GTC results in a logical ad mìperfect extension of the Continental model range.

Speaking about the design personality of the new Continental GTC, Bentley’s design director Dirk van Braeckel explains:

“With the Continental GTC we set out to achieve a style that is both contemporary and elegant but with the sporting stance of a true performance car. We also wanted to ensure that the Continental GTC looks just as beautiful with the roof up as it does when it’s down.

In common with its stable mates, the interior of the new Continental GTC provides an unrivalled standard of craftsmanship, utilising natural wood veneers and leather hides of the finest quality.

Dirk van Braeckel continues: “In keeping with the Bentley tradition, the new Continental GTC has a soft fabric roof and heated glass rear screen. When stowed below its hide-covered tonneau, efficient packaging ensures excellent space for both rear passengers and their luggage.”

Bentley Continental GTC


The Continental GTC becomes the second convertible to grace the current Bentley range. It follows the recently announced return of the evocative Azure name for Bentley’s Arnage-derived flagship four-seater convertible which goes on sale in Spring 2006.

Bentley Continental GTC Design Sketch

Bentley Continental GTC Design Sketch

Bentley Continental GTC Design Sketch

Bentley Continental GTC

While the Azure offers the ultimate in glamour and sophistication, the Continental GTC is designed for customers looking to enjoy the performance, style and excitement of the Continental GT with the additional benefits of classic open-top motoring.

The new Continental GTC will go on sale in late 2006.

(Source: Bentley)


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