What‘s it? This is actually the high-performance Speed variant of Bentley's Continental GTC convertible, which follows the GT coupe and Flying Spur saloon in acquiring a hotter version. The GTC's Speed upgrades follow a similar pattern like the other two Continentals. The engine is really a reworked version from the standard 552bhp unit, with new internals instead of just turbo tweaks. Bushes happen to be faraway from the (lowered ) suspension to enhance responsiveness and steering response and accuracy ; there will be unique 20-inch wheels, too.
Other design changes include a discreet rear spoiler, during the Speed and standard Bentley Continental GTC Speed there will be styling changes in the front, including a far more upright grille. There will be lower-friction dampers and optional carbon ceramic brakes for both, too. There will be new trim options inside then it‘s generally lovely, albeit having a clunky sat-nav system. What is it like? The Speed's changes have not noticeably affected the GTC's refinement.
There is a smidgen of shake to images inside the rear-view mirror, a sure sign that it can be less rigid when compared to a fixed-head, however the Bentley Continental GTC Speed rides smoothly, with just a little from the rubbery bounce that is usual to air-sprung cars. The Speed's steering is noticeably sharper and much more communicative compared to the regular GTC's and, as long as it is a 2. 5-tonne car, it is respectably agile. It is fast, too – punchier than standard, and that is already plenty fast enough. It is engaging inside a way the regular GTC is not, yet seemingly loses nothing either. Yes, its exhaust note is louder, but is so woofly and rich that it can be no unwelcome addition. Should I buy one? There will be lots of reasons why you ought to. Bentley was surprised from the proportion of GT coupe buyers (70 per cent ) who chose the Speed variant. It shouldn't be surprised this point. EXTRACT#EANF# Bentley Continental GTC Speed
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