Is It Worth Buying A 'Bargain' Bentley?

2024 ж. 17 Ақп.
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I head to Alexanders Prestige to check out a 2016 Bentley Continental GT and discuss whether buying one is a great idea, or a potential financial disaster!
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  • Sam, why not a Lexus LC 500 …. That’s a V8 AND RELIABLE….. test drive one on your Chanel….??

    @conner.9262@conner.92622 ай бұрын
    • And pretty fuel efficient for one of the best sounding v8s on sale

      @fleixfire6641@fleixfire66412 ай бұрын
    • LOVE the LC500. Its seriously overlooked but its gorgeous and it sounds ABSURD. (Thanks Yamaha)

      @SamAspden@SamAspden2 ай бұрын
    • An Lc 500 would be great!

      @maxfeatley9751@maxfeatley97512 ай бұрын
    • RCF too, same great engine but about half the price used

      @tomjhpage@tomjhpage2 ай бұрын
    • Would love to see Sam test drive one of these and see his thoughts on it as a comparison to JayEmm's views, who clearly thinks they're underrated and overlooked by car enthusiasts.

      @StuartWooster@StuartWooster2 ай бұрын
  • Tony is not in this video but weirdly I can hear his voice and his laughter all the way through 😂

    @fitzyclio93@fitzyclio932 ай бұрын
    • Brilliant 😂

      @Rocky-hh3yg@Rocky-hh3yg2 ай бұрын
    • Leave Tony to sell his Hyundai i20s

      @Taylor40667@Taylor406672 ай бұрын
    • Good call: that's a face for audio-only.

      @pistonburner6448@pistonburner64482 ай бұрын
    • I'm kidding of course!

      @pistonburner6448@pistonburner64482 ай бұрын
    • pile a poo

      @DarkDeath-yg7nv@DarkDeath-yg7nv2 ай бұрын
  • A few years back I was with a friend at an LA Porsche dealer where he had purchased his car. Next door was a Bentley dealer. I was looking over their used cars and twiddling my thumbs. The salesman came out and said "jump in". It was a Continental gtc. He didn't even flash my license. Directed me on the freeway and told me to give it the beans. What an amazing car! When we got to the off-ramp he told me to "slam on the brakes with both feet at the stop sign, like somebody threw a baby in front of a car". I did so and the car came to a very composed halt. It was astounding. Never bought it and the salesman never cared. I think he just wanted to get out of the showroom. Great memory. Great car.

    @sprezzatura8755@sprezzatura87552 ай бұрын
    • Lovely stuff

      @daveclifton7256@daveclifton72562 ай бұрын
  • Absolutely love it!!!

    @reginaldhufenstien@reginaldhufenstien2 ай бұрын
    • I'll have to be financially stable in every sense before purchasing my first supercar. The best thing to do with your money is to invest rightly because money left saving will end up with no returns.

      @Annie2229@Annie22292 ай бұрын
    • No doubt being financially free and able to afford these luxuries cannot be overemphasized, making smart plans and setting up diversified investment portfolios is quite essential.

      @Robby767@Robby7672 ай бұрын
    • Most people miss it but the secret to retiring comfortably is finding a way to make returns while your money works for you. My Dad, as i remember started saving for retirement quite late but I know he was making more than 10k returns from his investments monthly and it was completely passive,

      @mariadrukker2557@mariadrukker25572 ай бұрын
    • Please could you guide me on how to get in touch with your consultant? My funds are being eroded by inflation and seek a more lucrative investment strategy to effectively utilize before I consider retirement...

      @Thomas-ff7wn@Thomas-ff7wn2 ай бұрын
    • I just googled the man you mentioned, I am quite impressed with his credentials, will get in touch because I need all the help I can get, and consequently schedule a phone call. Thanks.

      @roseylumber@roseylumber2 ай бұрын
  • So rare to hear a dealer acknowledge the high cost of maintaining cars it is selling. I’d do business with these guys.

    @jazzjokesjalopies@jazzjokesjalopies2 ай бұрын
    • Agreed. They seem like they're very honest and upfront

      @TheSlvrGR86@TheSlvrGR862 ай бұрын
    • Because they are on camera for a media channel...its free advertising. He wasn't upselling the orange bentley to our host, he was upselling it to us. 🎉

      @stuartlawler2411@stuartlawler24112 ай бұрын
    • Nah. They’re legit. 🏁

      @jazzjokesjalopies@jazzjokesjalopies2 ай бұрын
    • Yep, im not dissing or questioning ethics​, just pointing it out@@jazzjokesjalopies

      @stuartlawler2411@stuartlawler24112 ай бұрын
  • The Bentley is so you Sam. Go for it. Thanks for the CLEAN content man, I really appreciate you.

    @sterling215@sterling2152 ай бұрын
    • Thanks for watching

      @seenthroughglass@seenthroughglass2 ай бұрын
    • It's always a good day when he uploads a video or two. Shoutout to sam for that.

      @californiacating4690@californiacating46902 ай бұрын
    • @@seenthroughglasssam buy me a car please😊

      @yoyobase4638@yoyobase46382 ай бұрын
    • @@yoyobase4638ask him to give you one, he said himself having 4 cars is nonsense 🙃

      @kasimirdenhertog3516@kasimirdenhertog35162 ай бұрын
    • He said the word tosser

      @adogmcdizzle@adogmcdizzle2 ай бұрын
  • I have worked for a Bentley service specialist for 4 years, selling Gen 1 & 2 Continentals. If the car is serviced according to the logbook service guidelines, then mechanical issues are rare. I have never seen the doors off a car even for "engine out" repairs.

    @user-sn6bh4xb4x@user-sn6bh4xb4x2 ай бұрын
  • Sam what you need is an S500 Coupe!

    @PabloConcrete@PabloConcrete2 ай бұрын
    • Why that one?

      @sillimilli3802@sillimilli38022 ай бұрын
    • I was going to say SL line up but S would work also 😊

      @cj41079@cj410792 ай бұрын
    • ​@@cj41079sl65 amg? 😮

      @muhdrusydan6765@muhdrusydan67652 ай бұрын
    • @@cj41079 new sl is trash

      @arster2935@arster29352 ай бұрын
  • You’ve wanted a Continental since I started watching in the 4C days. Just finally go for it, man.

    @tedubadu2536@tedubadu25362 ай бұрын
    • You only live once

      @tobyf46@tobyf462 ай бұрын
  • Love seeing the roller coaster of emotions you go through when looking at buying a car. It validates that I’m not the only one 😂

    @crackycummins@crackycummins2 ай бұрын
  • If you saw the carwow video on the most expensive car to keep on the road . It’s that Conti GT. Had a friend who had one , cost 10/20k per year in repairs . So one to avoid

    @richjohn9356@richjohn93562 ай бұрын
    • I had one and no they are not expensive to maintain. The secret is don’t buy parts from Bentley. All the parts are shared from VW group. Spend some time and cross reference part numbers. You can buy same part for very little money. I did most of the work myself and the car was very reliable. I sold the car in 2022 for a nice profit. Now I’m searching for a preowned 2020-2023.

      @fskof@fskof2 ай бұрын
  • Before you spotted that Aston Martin in the carpark, I was thinking that you should consider a Rapide as a daily. It has four seats, it's practical and it will be a comfortable grand tourer, plus they are within budget (I think). Also, a later model DB9 could be a good comparison to the Bentley as well. Perhaps a Virage or DB9 GT is stretching it a bit (around 60k), but the clean elegant facelift design is gorgeous. Overall, the Bentley is a great car, but I think you'll get a more friendly smile from the public in an Aston. Another car to compare could also be the Maserati GranTurismo, as I'm sure you'll get full support from Vicki on that one!

    @voyageandtime@voyageandtime2 ай бұрын
    • The Rapide is noisy inside for a luxury car.

      @Htfsik@Htfsik2 ай бұрын
  • Great contact Sam !!!! Always get a laugh 👍 and greetings from the Gold Coast🇦🇺

    @bondy284@bondy2842 ай бұрын
  • Huge fan of the Conti, would love to watch a whole series on these. And if something goes wrong you'll have content for the channel, and if everything's perfect you won't have huge bills - win win!

    @larsandroid@larsandroid2 ай бұрын
  • Sam mate, we have a Panamera GTS Sport Turismo, it´s my wife´s every day driver. It has a V8 petrol, that we achieve around 20-21mpg in. We bought it for the same as this Bentley, 65.000 EUR with 40.000kms on it (2021 model year). It is the best car we´ve ever had. I´d definitely look into one of them, or even a 4S E-hybrid. Those are amazing too!

    @joemamaisfat@joemamaisfat2 ай бұрын
  • Sam, I had a phase 2 V8. Full disclosure I did not daily it but used it as a weekend car. I traded it in on a Ferrari which I love but I do miss the Bentley . All of the things you point out in the video-quality of the interior, ride, exhaust noise made it a fantastic car with a sense of occasion every time I drove it and I definitely would consider another one. I think you will find that if you stretched yourself into a higher mileage phase 2 that you would have few regrets especially if you can find an aftermarket warranty that covers the suspension, turbos and electronic bits. Also the v8 gets pretty good highway mileage compared to the w12

    @joelpecker5819@joelpecker58192 ай бұрын
    • Sounds like you and I live in similar worlds. When I wanted a GT, I chose the AMG S63 Cab over the Bentley, but it was a really tough decision. I agree with all of your advice to Sam, except that he stretch his finances. I am 64 and have done very well, so I (probably like you) can stretch without risk. But Sam is relatively young, starting out with a family, probably a mortgage, etc. And his car collection is already amazing. So maybe as he inferred (and I would say) he is still young and could leave this for when he is actually a bit older - something to look forward to. A lot of my buddies drive Porsches (which I love, owned a bunch), but the Grand Tourer is more my speed now. I don't want to race anyone. But I do love an all wheel drive, 600hp/664 ft lb tq Grand Tourer that will waft almost silently down the road if you keep your foot out of it. But I'm 64.

      @eastbaystreet1242@eastbaystreet12422 ай бұрын
  • Sam, I would stretch the budget and buy the phase 2 Bentley GT you test drove...It will have a warranty and be fully checked over before you buy it... Interior was perfect and appeared to be a very well looked after car....go for it 😊😊

    @jonathanwilkins6071@jonathanwilkins60712 ай бұрын
  • What happened with your late Dad‘s Defender? Would be amazing if your make it your "classic project car" and restore it. A worthy family heirloom for the future generations!

    @Fabio-rm7me@Fabio-rm7me2 ай бұрын
  • STG Has quickly become one of my favourite automotive channels Sam, love these Kind of shopping videos and wanna see more test drives hopefully! Love from, India

    @Agi_.@Agi_.2 ай бұрын
  • Such a shame that British cars have absurd reliability issues cuz they're absolutely gorgeous vehicles.

    @ThePeanutGiant@ThePeanutGiant2 ай бұрын
  • I love Alexander’s!!! Always a treat!!

    @scottlenahan8228@scottlenahan82282 ай бұрын
  • I think you passed the answer to your question whilst driving around the building, the RAPIDE! I have owned 2, one original, one S model. I currently own a DB11 Volante which I adore, but maintain that the Rapide is the best "Car" (not the best "Aston," that is..) they have produced. Trust me, a Rapide S would suit you to the ground 👍🏻

    @simoncosson2820@simoncosson28202 ай бұрын
  • Im so glad you did this. I was given a chance to buy a 2007 continental flying spur for £7999. It had one issue, it was a none starter - the starter motor had been diagnosed to be the issue. I still thought this would be a great bargain for a car I can use to comfortably cruise up to the football games on the weekend in. The excitement very shortly came to an end when I had quotes from £4,500 to as high as £8k for a starter motor change 😱 then I looked at the maintenance and common issues and it would probably be the best way to go bankrupt for a working class person like me. I know the cars not aimed at people like me but, a Bentley for £8k sounded great! My research and speaking to a couple of owners having brought the phase 1 w12’s have spent more than what they paid(£33k each) for the cars in their 5 year ownership. 😮

    @terrysidhu3338@terrysidhu33382 ай бұрын
  • I love this type of content! Lovely raw reactions Great! 👌👌

    @derc5284@derc52842 ай бұрын
  • Mostly VW Audi group parts.....a bit of cross referencing for part numbers will save you a fortune!

    @user-bd6nm7du2j@user-bd6nm7du2j2 ай бұрын
    • Exactly! Very few people think like this, The maintenance on these cars can be very cheap if you spend a little time researching part numbers.

      @fskof@fskof2 ай бұрын
    • ​@@fskofYour advise presumes work ethic, initiative and an eye for the details. Qualities which the average punteŕ does not possess.

      @hamzanocap@hamzanocap2 ай бұрын
    • Yep loads of parts out there if you look, just changed some parking brake motors and saved £640 quid on dealer price 😂

      @lukeshardlow768@lukeshardlow7682 ай бұрын
    • what part number did you use? replaced mine last year and they've gone again. @@lukeshardlow768

      @hbmustangs@hbmustangs2 ай бұрын
  • Brilliant video Sam 🔥🔥🔥

    @Tristanbirdyt@Tristanbirdyt2 ай бұрын
  • Great video I've been eyeing one as well. This has solidified my decisions as well

    @stevel7142@stevel71422 ай бұрын
  • I feel your pain, I was very tempted with one. I decided on a 2012 Audi S8 with the same engine as the continental. Proper seats, faster, subtle, sleeper. Beware repair bills though, a fuel pump failed and, to replace the pair a mere £1500. They eat tyres, I don't dive hard and only expect 10k miles. However I do love it.

    @BikeFromTheBrink@BikeFromTheBrink2 ай бұрын
  • Sam! Consider the A90 supra as the next daily. Essentially a BMW Coupe GT cruiser….with Japanese styling. I daily mine and it’s a dream. B58 Engine is one of BMWs best as you’ll know and the ride is extremely comfortable. No issues with speed bumps around London. Also get about 32+ MPG average. Boot is massive too + great sound system which I know is your thing. Worth considering!

    @mattbailey8880@mattbailey88802 ай бұрын
  • This was the perfect video at the perfect time. Im in the market for a 2015+ Continental. Thank you for the information!

    @202supra@202supra2 ай бұрын
  • While at 58 i will never be in financial postion to own a £30k car, i would love to see you testing a rapide S, because i have always thought they seem a nice idea, V12 with 2 occasional rear seats and an aston badge for way cheaper than any FF

    @brianiswrong@brianiswrong2 ай бұрын
    • I think he did a few years ago, there’s a video with him and Paul in a rapide AMR from memory. Stunning cars

      @1nmasuku@1nmasuku2 ай бұрын
    • Iisten bro..I don't know your situation but I am liquidating some things because I am buying a Bentley for my retirement years.. If you can..go for it

      @buildindian8169@buildindian81692 ай бұрын
    • Your 58 fs not 98

      @Taylor40667@Taylor406672 ай бұрын
    • Aston Rapide AMR is so underrated. IMO you can put it in range with the Vanquish Zagato family.

      @sdd1994@sdd19942 ай бұрын
    • Not being funny but do you live on the street or something? Your 58 not 88 and even if you were you have time to graft for the 30k

      @JohnMartin22222@JohnMartin222222 ай бұрын
  • Great video Sam, I feel your pain as I love the thought of an older Bentley but those costs are frightening if something let’s go. Oh well, what else is around.

    @colinpeters3809@colinpeters38092 ай бұрын
  • Parents bought one last year and I find myself loving it more than I ever thought I would 😮 go w12 much better reliability wise than the v8.

    @lukeshardlow768@lukeshardlow7682 ай бұрын
  • Have you ever considered a 2016+ Mercedes CLS 550 or 63? Looks, quality, reliability and add a Renn Tech tune.

    @dwtrksvc@dwtrksvc2 ай бұрын
  • Question I live out in the Sahara Desert so no water leak problems would a series 2 be a good buy

    @Saharadesertdragon@Saharadesertdragon2 ай бұрын
  • I love this my next daily series everytime it comes around. I can’t wait to see you buy a really perfect financial mistake like the rs6 in green and tan 🤣

    @callamrain4372@callamrain43722 ай бұрын
  • Love the green overshirt / jacket - what brand is it?

    @josephwebster499@josephwebster4992 ай бұрын
  • Great Video! Can you please try the Rolls Royce spectre for a video of your search? Even if it is realistically too expensive for the budget

    @SaengerDruide02@SaengerDruide022 ай бұрын
  • I am in the exact same position. Need a comfortable daily for around the same budget. Was only looking at used Bentleys yesterday 😂

    @alastairwinner@alastairwinner2 ай бұрын
  • Glorious review Sam! They are very tempting- 8years old well maintained, lots of VAG/Porsche parts under the hood - 12 month warranty so you can sleep easy?

    @GrooveTasticThang@GrooveTasticThang2 ай бұрын
  • Sam, I know it’s off topic but where did you get that jacket at the beginning of the video?

    @MarquetteHockey18@MarquetteHockey182 ай бұрын
  • Amazing video and you probably have singlehandedly saved me thousands too. I was looking at a good phase 2 V8 as I love the exhaust but now it's a no go. Agree with you that it's probably bulletproof but it's the what if..... Have you considered a mulsanne?? Beautiful cars to me better than a ghost or even older phantom. Good luck with your search 😊

    @judebrown2672@judebrown26722 ай бұрын
  • Sam I am in the same boat! I really like both early and later cars until I went to view one... Tried to ignore the sweet smell of nappa hide and the condition as he started by showing me the history and the last invoice was for over £10k. £10K!! It needed starter motor (engine out), heat temp sensors, TPMS units, various sensors, 12 coils, 12 plugs, turbo gaskets, solenoids, lambda sensors and 46 (46!!) hours of labour. My heart got a kicking from my head and still sore about it.... Beautiful cars but they just need so much attention as the motors are crammed in with dreaded early 2000s VW tech. Oh before I go early cars need the vacuum hoses replaced as they go brittle after several years and Bentley decided to run them across the top of the transmission and that £25 part needs the engine out. It's really to ensure maximum revenue for Bentley dealers.... Let's cream every penny out of these rich folk! I'm thinking Lexus LC now as the shock pushed me in the opposite direction.

    @anthonytube@anthonytube2 ай бұрын
  • I have had various Porsches (944, 968, 911 C4S Cab - yeah I´m old AF) I now drive a BMW 640d Cab get 800km+ from a single tank when going places, comfy, fast, economical, good looker, go GC if you need more room. Heated/ventilated/massage seats, B&O sound system, adaptive CC so for motorway driving look no further.

    @chriseon598@chriseon5982 ай бұрын
  • Love the GTC in Ice Blue metallic! The V8 Continental GT is the more agile sporty one.... But no, I remain very happy with my Ford S-max 200HP daily which is a sleeper GTi

    @KarelBeelaertsvanBlokland@KarelBeelaertsvanBlokland2 ай бұрын
  • In the same boat- I’m selling a l405 Range Rover as I live in London and I’m not sure what can replace it with? Maybe something a little cheaper aswell? Macan/panemeras just doesn’t quite scratch the itch 😢

    @scap11@scap112 ай бұрын
  • Couldn't agree more on the silver/chrome trim.

    @L0RDLUK@L0RDLUK2 ай бұрын
    • The more chrome a car has, the fundamentally uglier it is.

      @EvoraGT430@EvoraGT4302 ай бұрын
  • Hope you decide quicker then Paul!!

    @edgein3623@edgein36232 ай бұрын
  • I have a phase 2 Continental GT V8 (twin turbo) here in Australia with 31,000 miles. Since the engine is really Audi, many of the parts of the car under the skin are Audi or even VW.The trick is knowing which ones. Any bespoke Bentley parts are expensive, especially here in Australia as they come from Crewe. But with a knowledgeable after market European car specialist, these cars are not too expensive to own and run. My service people use Liqui Moly oils and genuine VAG parts and the Continental is a happy car.

    @timcollins380@timcollins3802 ай бұрын
    • @timcollins38 hi mate, could you please advise a European car specialist in Sydney or Melbourne who can work on a Conti GT. Thanks in advance

      @sivas8989@sivas89892 ай бұрын
    • @@sivas8989I am in WA so I don't know anyone in Sydney or Melbourne, very sorry.

      @timcollins380@timcollins3802 ай бұрын
  • That yellow MC20 is gorgeous.

    @RAZGR1Z@RAZGR1Z2 ай бұрын
  • You and I are always thinking of the same things. I need a motorway cruiser for the garage and I've been thinking about an old bentley too. I would also like an M5. You can get an F10 M5 for £18-22k. If I was spending 40k, I'd get the f10 generation of M5 which has Xdrive and fantastic self driving. The only thing is boot space. I don't have an SUV so I think S4 / RS4 would be wiser.

    @TommyWalls007@TommyWalls0072 ай бұрын
  • Sam, that white phase 2 was mint, love the black & white interior😍super low mileage too🤔surely worth considering😎

    @user-pg4sh4eg6l@user-pg4sh4eg6l2 ай бұрын
  • You should go for a lexus lc500 It fits ur budget, reliable, sounds & looks amazing.

    @manman464@manman4642 ай бұрын
  • As a family car that is super comfortable, I’ve been really happy with our Volvo XC90 hybrid Inscription Pro (has the air suspension) - for the money it’s just great.

    @MarcusRow@MarcusRow2 ай бұрын
  • As a potential alternative, Jaguar XJ V8 like what was on Top Gear in the race against god? Has basically everything that the Bentley has along with 2 extra doors and more spacious rear seats, you could get a great condition example too for that budget.

    @haydenrose5261@haydenrose52612 ай бұрын
  • I'm actually looking at switching out my Panamera that I've had for 6.5 years to go back to a Continental GT or get a Rapide, and I noticed how the Rapide in the video caught your eye. I had a '07 GTC and then '04 GT before the Panamera.... when my son was on the way we decide we needed a 4-door for car seat purposes, he's almost 7 now. Which would you and you all prefer... a 2013 GT or a 2011 Rapide. We still need a good amount of space for luggage, but my son can get in and out of his car seat and the car by himself now, so 4-doors is no longer a must, but we can't have anything smaller than a Continental GT cargo wise. I like the Bentayga too but I'd want those to drop like another 10K so this is maybe a 2 year intermediate step but my Panamera is on it's last leg, lol.

    @harrysimmonsiii2639@harrysimmonsiii26392 ай бұрын
  • I’d really enjoy seeing more videos with this camera angle, I’m a big fan of

    @LittleSecretVintageSocialClub@LittleSecretVintageSocialClub2 ай бұрын
  • Sam, go for a late Phase 1 model. I brought a GTC Speed with the W12 engine and it is an awesome drive. It is civilized, quiet (with its double glazed windows) and yet can still pull that 2 tonne machine to 60 in 4 seconds flat. The interior is the best place to be - no one does interiors better than Bentley. I have a Ferrari 612 as well and that is a totally different machine, much more of a driver’s car. The Bentley is not a sports car: it is a car to waft around whether at low speeds along the strip or across continents. Go for it!

    @user-vi8pt5us3b@user-vi8pt5us3b2 ай бұрын
  • I have the same quandaries Sam, the difference being that I'm looking at used Fiestas and Fabias :D

    @drink4711@drink47112 ай бұрын
    • Hmm I can't really explain why but in that space I prefer the Seat Ibiza, basically the same as the Škoda but a bit prettier

      @stefangrubesic2708@stefangrubesic27082 ай бұрын
  • Mercedes have some PCP offers on the A35 ATM with £4k contribution and 4.2% APR on the Hatch. I think that it will meet your monthly PCP budget and you have not owned a Merc on the channel. They are preconfigured cars so I don't think you will get the adaptive cruise but I have my eyes on test driving one.

    @boomdaus@boomdaus2 ай бұрын
  • I'm curious. How would a Lexus LS compare in terms of luxury ? Worth a showdown Lexus vs Bentley vs Aston

    @Santoshlv426@Santoshlv4262 ай бұрын
  • A few year ago I test drove a Continental GT and immediately after a Jaguar XJ.. The XJ was easily the nicer experience in every way.

    @paulshanesmith@paulshanesmith2 ай бұрын
  • Go for the Bentley Sam! It’s not the destination but the journey! It’s your journey we all tune in for and watch!

    @jonsjostedt8052@jonsjostedt80522 ай бұрын
  • I’ve got a BMW 540i and honestly I really want for nothing else. Comfy, rapid and can cruise forever! Highly recommend. I know it’s not super sexy but god damn it’s an all rounder to end all rounders!

    @jordeboy@jordeboy2 ай бұрын
  • What about the Jaguar XKR? Very undervalued in the UK and despite what Tony says, very reliable 😄 Great content as usual Sam!

    @MK-lc3cq@MK-lc3cq2 ай бұрын
  • If you are ok with something a bit older, but still very modern looking (in my opinion) while keeping a conservative budget, look for a nice SL 55 AMG from the early to the mid 2000's. 5.4L Supercharged V8, 500 HP, sounds phenomenal and the M113K is probably the most reliable V8 ever to come out of AMG. Sporty, elegant, hardtop convertible, it does all you need really!

    @dinispaulino7512@dinispaulino75122 ай бұрын
  • Sam, how about a left field choice? A car that would fulfill the role of a comfortable, rear drive, petrol, spacious work car (tool for the job) you're budget would get you one of the best examples with up to 7 years warranty remaining as as it won't go wrong the money you'll save can go on the exotics. You could call the series "what's in a badge?" The car is a Kia Stinger 3.3 GTS!

    @cornishrider@cornishrider2 ай бұрын
  • I tried to buy an S8 at Alexandra’s, they said we can’t let you see it because we are still prepping it, and we’ll call you back as soon as it’s ready. I never heard a thing , so went to Redline. Seems nothings changed !

    @crellys@crellys2 ай бұрын
  • I bought a 2nd hand Bentley and lost two tyres to pot holes in 3 months! Completely new vacuum system (which Bentley designed in plastic! ) AC condenser, Headlining etc etc etc. An absolute money pit 🤨 and I was told by the service dealership it was very good compared to many!

    @trevorgrant3477@trevorgrant34772 ай бұрын
  • I got my 2004 W12 conti GT in 2021 for 17k. Was a well kept example with a few minor cosmetic issues but mechanically sound. I must admit keeping it perfect I have spent a total of 19k at a specialist and main dealer over 2 years of ownership, but some of the bills with these things can be a bit scary, especially with the W12 models.

    @EddCroucher@EddCroucher2 ай бұрын
  • 23:16 - thanks for that. I saw a Bentley phase 1 very clean looking ‘showroom fresh’ and he was driving with 1 headlight. I was thinking you own a Bentley replace the bulb. Now I know you need to take the bumper, front wings and doors off to replace the light unit. WTF 😳

    @Elevate_G@Elevate_G2 ай бұрын
  • Loving my GTC V8s - had it 5 years 20k miles no issues other then infotainment module crashed. Go for it you won’t regret it. I usually change my cars every year so testimony to this car I kept it so long. Btw I also had a CS in TDF, F Type R and have a 996 C4s and 599gtb - seems we have a very similar taste in car !

    @simon5066@simon50662 ай бұрын
  • The V8 was very good engine, much lighter compared to the W12. Obviously it is an expensive car to maintain but the mechanic is solid plus the shape and details is a super high standard vehicle and it still looks far more expensive ! It is a four by four that allows you to do drive it anywhere in every season

    @gianlucafalco737@gianlucafalco7372 ай бұрын
  • Thanks for your charming content, Sam. And I owe you a couple hundred for the money I just saved having to pay a therapist. I looked at these and the AMG S63 Cabs and went with the Benz - it was a really tough choice - both amazing cars. As you said, it's a bloody Bentley. Soooo beautiful. But my biggest concern was the "tosser" issue. I do want to enjoy driving amazing cars, but I don't want anyone to ever think that I feel that I am better than them, or God-forbid, a snob. And ultimately, that's what pushed me to the Benz. Yes, it is just like the Bentley: over $200K new; incredible interior finish, ride and performance. But we see so many Benzes every day, that nobody really pays attention to them. Whereas, the Bentley gets noticed. Hell, I notice them. So, thank you again for this video. And in the end, you did drive away in a GT3, so all is good!

    @eastbaystreet1242@eastbaystreet12422 ай бұрын
  • What about a BMW 8 series? There was the Grand Tour episode where they had the Aston vs Bentley vs BMW. They are mid 30k bit interesting, would be comfortable for those long motorway trips

    @007knick@007knick2 ай бұрын
  • I know you are not asking viewer's for their input, but what about a Flying Spur, only say that as just watched a video on the Prestige and Performance Car channel who have an 08 one and got it inspected and it was in pretty excellent nic! Just a thought.

    @benfel9403@benfel94032 ай бұрын
  • Yes very honest and helpful

    @markwilliams7205@markwilliams72052 ай бұрын
  • Sam if you want a comfortable little cruiser Alpine A110 have 0% finance. Super mpg and same daily as nick mason, Gordon Murray and James may. Less space but a comfortable sensible eco friendly little cruiser.

    @benpenagonzales6014@benpenagonzales60142 ай бұрын
  • Love the f1 Benetton Ford phone cover ❤

    @daveydaves9361@daveydaves93612 ай бұрын
  • Bentley is a cool car. Keep looking, something better will be out there that you haven’t considered. Happy smiling Sam. 😎😎😎👍👍👍

    @lloydbellis7360@lloydbellis73602 ай бұрын
  • What about na 8 Series Coupe or Cabriolet?

    @xAdi420@xAdi4202 ай бұрын
  • i have a long list of toys but love the Bentley C convertible been tempted for years.. but I went in the other direction at Christmas ... I bought a Plumbs and Custard 2cv and love it... nobody has keyed the sides parts all are available new and second hand. and 50 mpg will do 70mph well 80 ish actually will carry 5 dogs in the back and go to the tip with trailer and tow bar sun roof full length simple to maintain with suspension to die for it so soft... and put a smile on my face... and get signs of love>. My Merc C and my TVR and Brabus might be redundant... great fun x and almost impossible to steal.

    @nigelhenry8880@nigelhenry8880Ай бұрын
  • Love that jacket you have dude!!! Who makes it?

    @scottlenahan8228@scottlenahan82282 ай бұрын
  • very watchable specially the really issues about owning a bentley form those who service it

    @customerservicechampion@customerservicechampion2 ай бұрын
  • Go and get a facelift B8 RS4! Covers all bases, mega daily, can take the family and will be great for content if you tinker with it and make your own🤷‍♂️👍🏼

    @kieran2744@kieran27442 ай бұрын
  • You could do a series where you go car shopping with a viewer that is looking to buy something interesting, your experience could make it quite interesting.

    @Shyted@Shyted2 ай бұрын
  • For a daily - I have a Jaguar XJ 351R-Sport, its comfy, great ride, reliable (Jaguar main dealer) and looks great, but go for the car you want.

    @seanm1430@seanm14302 ай бұрын
  • Would like to see you drive a Cayenne Turbo GT.

    @eSysmanSuperYachts@eSysmanSuperYachts2 ай бұрын
  • If you can stretch to it I think it's worth the extra £'s for the 2nd generation. Inside and out they look much more modern.

    @mattmclean6409@mattmclean64092 ай бұрын
  • Buying a car is not the issue, it's the maintenance that costs the money, especially older high end cars.

    @martynhickinson7949@martynhickinson79492 ай бұрын
  • YES SAM!! Go for an insane GT car 😍. S class is amazing, but for you maybe a bit dull? A sporty GT car like the Bentley could also be a content beast, but also a money pit 😂😬. There are others or course.

    @maximbollansee@maximbollansee2 ай бұрын
  • I have a 2007 gt speed for eight yes Couple of years ago it lost all boost. The boost sensors are £50 each With the engine removal and the fact that all the auxiliaries pipes etc were corroded I was handed a bill for eleven grand. When I took it in the mechanic said you've had it six years and never had the engine out? 🤪 it is soo fast now though

    @Split_Routine@Split_Routine2 ай бұрын
  • Get a BMW IX instead of the X3. I know it is not everyones cup of tea to look at but it is LOVELY to drive and the perfect blend of an X3 and the I5 😍. (And as an M60, bloody fast 😳)

    @sonstnichtszutun1383@sonstnichtszutun13832 ай бұрын
  • Bang on about the craftsmanship & quality & in the next breath questioning the reliability & repair. Who buys the risk, second hand.

    @petermclelland278@petermclelland2782 ай бұрын
  • Absolutely worth it! The fun memories it provides and the relationships you get to build with repair shops and your credit card company are priceless…😂 Seriously, though. Worth it.

    @Burlacher@Burlacher2 ай бұрын
  • I’m watching a guy sitting in a porche who is not happy and complaining about what his next purchase should be .

    @joshuasmith9350@joshuasmith93502 ай бұрын
  • Sam! Jaguar XJR 5.0 V8 2016/17 and away you go!!

    @elliotprice3436@elliotprice34362 ай бұрын
  • I have a 996 turbo as a daily. It’s ace tuned to 500bhp and not so expensive I’m scared to park it’s up. I reckon that’s a good shout Sam

    @rikblythe145@rikblythe1452 ай бұрын
  • Have you thought about an Golf R, A35 AMG, Hyundai i30n, Civic Type R? All practical for the boring stuff, and can be lots of fun when in the mood.

    @DarrenJMHughes@DarrenJMHughes2 ай бұрын
  • You should reconsider the ALFA Stelvio! Drives like a sports car and you have space for the family

    @ninoloso@ninoloso2 ай бұрын
    • That’s a great suggestion.

      @edombre4637@edombre46372 ай бұрын
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