2008 Bentley Continental

The 2008 Bentley Continental is a luxurious 600-hp brute named after the classic Speed series that debuted 85 years ago. With a maximum velocity of 202 mph. Arguably three factors separate the Bentley Continentals from Rolls and Maybach: First, its styling is more more distinctive than that of those other more imposing, less elegant carriages that probe the limits of how large a car should be. Second and no less important, the Continental is much more a drivers car, as rewarding piloting as being chauffeured, a dynamic the others cant match. The final feather in Bentleys motoring cap is the breadth of range, with two-doors and convertibles the others may not offer. Perhaps its no surprise that the Bentley Continentals outsell Rolls-Royce by roughly 10-to-one and Maybach by 20-to-one. The 2008 Bentley Continental models have a more upright grille and front end with added chrome around the headlamps; they look a hint more aristocratic without being snooty; the only reason to bow to a Bentley is to say a prayer of thanks to the gods of speed. Other noteworthy changes to the line include additional paint and leather selections, Sirius satellite radio, and a restyled Breitling timepiece. Newly available are a rearview camera for the navigation display, voice-dialing through updated Bluetooth, three-spoke sports steering wheel, more advanced stability and traction controls. 6.0L W-12 Engine 6-spd w/OD Transmission 552 @ 6,100 rpm Horsepower 479 @ 1,600 rpm Torque All wheel Drive type ABS and driveline Traction control Custom Anthracite painted wheels Front air conditioning, dual zone automatic Driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback Heated front seats Sirius AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan Radio 1st row LCD monitor Remote keyless entry Heated mirrors Power Convertible top Windshield wipers - rain sensing Leather Seat trim Driver and passenger Lumbar support Navigation system Parking assist Available for sale at $58,995 with 59,951 miles.