BENTLEY SERVICING BILL - OWNERS GUIDE - THE REAL COST OF OWNING A BENTLEY 🚗
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Save you all. 3080.15 pounds was the total bill. 👌
Thanks for that info very good vid. I really am quite surprised at the amount of things that go wrong, wear out, fail on the Bentley Continental which results in a great expense to rectify. I do realise that having, owning a super car is an expense, but at the initial cost you would think there would be quality built in, not just opulent leather and trim but quality reliable mechanics ! I’m seriously considering getting one ( not new ) but am now having doubts when I see so much adverse comments about the car. One of my cars is a mk1 Kia Sorento 4x4, 16 years old, only thing I’ve done in the 7 years I’ve had it is replace an injector, a new battery and discs and pads, plus annual service. Clean as a whistle. Even had the original exhaust ! I use it mainly for taking my German Shepard out and any off road use. It will probably be going strong long after the Bentley has given up the ghost !
Hahaha - power to the Kia! It’s the cost of labour which really adds up since accessibility is not great on these cars. Yes always keep doing research and see if it’s right for you as the last thing you want is that ‘money pit’ feeling. That said, I prepared myself for the worst when I got the car and it hasn’t cost me too much each year. I tend to budge for £3k on serving and repairs each year. Insurance is surprisingly low. Thanks for watching 👍🏽
@@zakmirza thanks for that my friend. Good luck n take care
Enjoyed that thank you Zak.
Thanks for watching and your positive comment. Don’t receive much of those!! 🥺
awesome video! I'm looking to get a Continental in the 2006-2009 range. My biggest worry is the maintenance expense. Your video is very helpful. I've got a Merccedes S class now, and the mechanics are bleeding me dry!
Thanks! For a GT go for a 2008 model as they made a lot of upgrades under the bonnet (inc the ability to access certain hoses which DO NOT require the engine to be dropped!). Take your time when looking. Less owners the better. As much main dealer service history the better. Interior and buttons should still be perfect if the previous owners have taken care of them. I saw 4 owner cars and they looks BAD.
look for a mid 2006 onwards on. They changed the guidance of some pipes/hoses. (Engine out job before mid 2006)
No offense but I think if you struggle to afford an S class then you definitely can’t afford a Bentley lol
The clean outs of the debris and the fuel filler unblock you could have done yourself easily. The corroded horn backet you could have also done yourself with a universal bracket for 20 pounds. I Def you encorange you to do some basic repairs yourself especially when it's simple replacements and cleanings. Of course, time is money, so it's all what's important to you.
Your right! I’m learning (slowly) but yes debris and fuel filler I will keep an eye on. I’m not competent enuf to remove the bumper for the horn replacement though. Thanks for your comments 👍🏽
Just a case of unblocking the drain hole and tubing
Yep - just use finger to create suction removed any dirty particles blocking that small drain
@@zakmirza I've done it using pipe cleaners before (although not on a Bentley, but I doubt it is any different). It's a good idea to check these regularly because if they get blocked and water sits it will cause rust
I check it all the time I fill up now and it’s only filled up once since I learnt how to unblock it. The hold is so small that u can’t get a pipe cleaner in it.
You can buy the mansion, can you pay the tax or housekeeping
hahaha good way of putting it :)
U need to have 3 housekeeping jobs to afford it
Yeeeee I know - she is a demanding thing 😖
@@zakmirza but ita worth it right?
Very helpful video with useful explanation. Thank you for posting this
Appreciate your comments
you need to just post a graphic of all the cost and final total ....cause i dont even know what your saying What year is your car? how many miles ? all that stuff should be listed in the description
I am a big fan of your channel, I own a 2006 Bentley GT yes it does cost a lot of money (mine just cost me $9000) but it sure is a dream when driving!
Thanks for your comment and support! $9000 only - thats a super bargain you got there. I did consider a Panamera, Aston Martin and M car before the GT; glad i did pick this as im still not bored of it.
$9k including labor or did u do it yourself?
I was just told a few weeks ago by a friend of mine that the top on the continental is around 10 or $11000 to replace. He said they all get tears in them on the back top corners from putting them app-and-down? Apparently the rails that hold the roof get bent a little and then rub I'm never putting my top-down again $12000 for a top that's crazy. I'll take it to Mexico they'll do it for 2000.
Thanks for the video.very helpful . I own a 2007 GT, and I can say, because it is a VW engine, ZF6 automatick gear box , many things are from an A8, Phaeton or even a Passat. I do all that I can myself at home. Spare parts are not made by Bentley ( eg spark plugs are NGK , intake temp sensors are Valeo or any other brand, and so on.... ) so you can save tons of money buying them , in a regular auto parts shop, of course, they won,t be wraped in a fancy black Bentley box, but......honestly, WHO CARES ! It is very helpful to buy the pen drive with all the info about the car, and how to do things on it. Cheers. David
Sounds like I need you to check over mine! True about the parts and esp the 22 spark plugs being NGK; although I’m not experienced enough to attempt that job. Do you know who makes the wiper blades? I can’t seem to find that out and I think I will have to end up getting them direct from Bentley 😔
Hi Zak, unfortunately, I had not changed them yet, but I am sure there is an equal reference cheaper. Try to crosscheck on internet. Cheers
Really helpful 👌 thanks 😊
your welcome
Great video!
Thanks for watching
Good video,, be good to see the pipes that came off the car, also a tip for you, price the pipes for a VW Phaeton or Audi A8 as they share the same platform and the part prices can be hugely less than the Bentley branded item,, you could check this out and then if they say you need something then you could supply the part and have them fit it at £90/hr..
Thanks for the comments. The mechanic did show me all the old parts that came off the car and even point out where everything goes when he had the car up on the ramp. I did find a website once that lists Bentley parts and then the equivalent VW/Audi part numbers - but some forums also have those details. I will try do more home work next time something needs to be replaced!
Love your videos and just subscribed. Just about to purchase a 2015 continental gt v8 s. I live close to Shepherd’s Bush. Any raccomandations for a Bentley specialist? Who do you use? Thanks!
Thanks for ur sub! Ohhh good luck with getting ur GT :) I use Prasads in Sydenham (s london): www.theprasadsautomotive.co.uk/ but there is also Hanwells in Uxbridge which would be closer to u, but i have never used them before: hanwells.net/
Very interesting, as I'm buying a second hand Mk 3 2018 onwards in 2022 👍
Take your time with the purchase and be patience to find the right one. Good luck 👍🏽
@@zakmirza Thank you Zac, apart from what I watch on KZhead any advice is good. I've been working on my own project for 3 years and have not paid myself! Now at project end this is going to be my pay day👍 I do feel a bit guilty as I started of in a council house and been given nothing. My missus siad I deserve it, so I agreed very quickly 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Nothing wrong in coming from a council house; sounds like you have worked hard to progress in a positive way. We all need goals in life and if a new car is one of those and you can afford it then go for it 👍🏽 it will always put a smile on your face each time you drive a Bentley!
i definitely was tempted to buy , but I had a very expensive Rolls Royce previously and am very concerned about the constant pay out of cash for show .
RR are expensive to maintain for sure. I think the running costs of Bentley are better in comparison. Seems like VW/Audi have done a better job than BMW :o)
Are you on every Bentley videos?
A lot if what the labour costs is astronomical I took my bentley to my local garage who charged me far less than half for all that you had done plus more like brakes remap and even cracked screen. So when I took it to a Bentley specialist all they said that needed doing was a top up of gear oil. My cost just under a thousand and my benley runs like a dream
Sounds like your lucky to have a good local garage that u can trust. For me I haven’t found one, so just stuck to a Bentley specialist rather than main dealer. You are proof the running costs can be low 👍🏽
@Tom Connelly - No they are not based in W7 - but i DO KNOW the place you are talking about there. I decided they were not right now me. How was ur experience with them?
Nice vid, I've been eyeing the seemingly quite cheap Conti GTs on Auto Trader for a while now, considering my currently daily Mondeo cost me less than your service bill a year ago I may steer clear, as much as I love the Continentals!
Thanks. Yes avoid those cheap Contis with multiple (like 5) owners as clearly they have shady histories. Can’t knock a Mondeo!
Own 2011 mondeo have it 6 years drives perfect 48 mpg.just had cambelt kit waterpump and alternator pulley. Cost me £4100.
@malcolmbriggs4281 wow isn’t that a lot???
The cost of the car six years ago.The Cambelt kit fitted £320
Cambelts on those usually last around 60k miles right? All costs have shot up!
THIS MAN ALSO PAID 980 POUNDS FOR A NEW FLUX CAPACITOR
Shhhhhh that part was meant to be a secret! 😳
He looks like he can be Ray Romano’s brother!!!!
Errr HELLO - I am!!!!
You can do most things. My other half recently replaced the near side suspension strut. It took him about an hour. He also replaced the rear far side brake servo. I think that was under an hour. But, he's a mechanic and we have a fully equipped workshop including diagnostic equipment. I love the Bentley 😍
Your correct - Bentley are just hand built VW/Audis anyway! Im clearly NOT close to a mechanic but I can do the basic filters which Bentley charge a lot for. I am researching into cost effective diagnostic tools since these cars tend to get lots of errors (even thought they dont show up on the dash). Thanks for watching!
@@zakmirza You're correct, those unseen errors are usually a result of flat batteries. If you're laying it up for winter it's worthwhile investing in a trickle charger. The faults will clear after a run out. It's nice to talk to another enthusiast. We have the Diamond edition. I love it.
Leaving it to sit for any long period of time will only cause you headaches I think. They are meant to be driven and you can notice those ones when it comes to buying. I have a trickle charger and it’s worth the 200 odd quid it cost me.
@@zakmirza No way! You way over spent!
😧 if you know of cheaper (decent) ones then let’s us ALL know!! The one I got is CTEK.
Great video, next time you need a service take it to "Wraith Continental" independent Bentley specialist in Barnet. Your bill would have been half. I've been taking my Gt to them for years.
Thanks for sharing your positive experience with WRAITH CONTINENTAL. Nice to share so people can see the cost of ownership isn’t always horrendous! I will look into them guys when I’m due next. Thanks for watching - appreciate your support!
As a mechanic I always tell my customers luxury cars get luxury bills the two go hand in hand I have no sympathy.
True! Just wanted to share ownership costs as there isn’t much on KZhead on that.
@@zakmirza And appreciated!
Correct, I am sure anyone who genuinely does not know this either won or stole the car
Bentley and VW/Audi share some parts, so you can buy the equivalent and exact same part under the VW part number and save even more money. I was told the equivalent Bentley part is marked up by about 10x, but haven’t confirmed that.
Yes that’s true - there are websites that can help you look up equivalent part numbers. And yes the saving is big. However if you have taken to a specialist or main dealer - they always use the Crewe parts and not always easy to pre-empt which part might need replacing 😖 spark plugs are one such example where you can purchase the correct NGK ones rather than Crewe boxed ones.
It's a machine. And various issues of breakdown will occur. And the costs to repair are imminent.
Best thing to do with Bentley is when looking for parts get the part numbers, some parts may be VW parts and be alot cheaper, also use a VW Audi specialist instead of a Bentley specialist.
Air filters are generic VW ones as the VW Pheaton used the same ones! That’s easy enough for me to do (see my other video). VW/Audi specialist I wouldn’t trust as with these cars they are just put together differently, and it really makes a difference when dealing with ex-Bentley mechanics
@@zakmirza Not sure where you are but David Lees Motor Engineers of Alcester are great VAG and Bentley specialists.
Ohhh that’s milesssssss away from me - but thanks for sharing so hopefully others will find it useful
@@zakmirza You could have a day out in Stratford Upon Avon or Bicester Village or Warwick Castle while it's in 🤣🤣
Ahhh ok i know Bicester Village!
K honestly thought this was going to be a lot more money. That's actually not that bad.
Good video. Service cost, labour cost is almost the same as Merc, I paid 3k for my Merc service last year its 15 plate.
Thanks for your comment 👍🏽 which merc?
@@zakmirza I actually have few I love cars and driving, that bill was for my CLS. But I also have G500 Brabus, GLS 350 and a Landcruiser.
G500 Brabus 😍😍
$4,346 USD?.. Mannn fu*k that sh*t!!
if your car is older than a 2013 model you should just consider yourself to be a Volkswagen owner and plan to fix most of this yourself. the local bentley shop in the USA charges about 250$ USD an hour in labor. the bad news for you is when your vacuum lines and solenoids go bad, and they will, it is an engine out job.
They do not call these big luxo vehicles land yachts for nothing ...they both cost a fare chunk of your weekly pay just to look good. Try it once to get out of your system. I now fly a plane which is no better of course.
As i was reading your comment i was expecting final words of wisdom; until i read you fly a plane now!!!! life is for enjoying - good on u!
Try Flying B Independent Bentley Specialists. We are next to the factory and use only ex-factory mechanics and specialists, but at independent prices.
Crewe is too far aways from me; but thanks for sharing here 👍🏽
No problem ,you are a big shot.
Wish I was - honest! 😂 thanks for watching.
Hi probably missed previous videos what year is the car and if not new and you bought it last year what did you pay for the car
Hi Ken - it’s a 2008 Speed. Got it over 2yrs ago for £35k. Plenty of cheaper ones for £25k at that time but it’s obvious WHY they were so cheap!
Hi Zak Thanks for info as you say buying bottom price at the start only gives grief and expense later , one of the things I liked about your video is the Emphasis on buying a prestigious car is only the start and keeping the vehicle up to scratch has to be built into the driving experience.
Mirza I am contemplating or thinking of buying one but after watching this video I don't think I will be getting one until next year.
Hi - plan and take your time when looking for one. Less owners the better. Budget for repairs, esp in ur first year and then it should be ‘manageable’ after that.
Nice cars are like beautiful women , they cost money to keep & maintain .
😂 beautifully said mate!
You understand life , bravo !
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I’ve got two bentleys and I get a VW Audi specialist who is also Bentley trained to service and fix my cars at £50 per hour’ and had no problems for the last 5 years with their work’ including W12 engine out job for a fraction of the price. I also do most of the work and service myself as it’s no different to any Audi or VW in terms of ease. Main dealers are just total rip-offs! Do not let them scare you into paying their prices just because they think you can afford it by a brand of never never, you can do most of the servicing yourselves. I just bought a new 2020 Bentley and after the manufacture warranty ends, I will either service it myself or get the VW Audi specialist down the road to look after it for me.
£50 / hr for a Bentley VW guy? WOW thats an excellent price - tell me you are London based?! Sounds like ur mechanical confident so yes that can save you so much money. As you said if you can work on VW/Audi cars then Bentley is understandable for you too. 2020 GT? ohhh nice!
Hi Zack I'm located in sandbanks pool Dorset. Just because it's a Bentley, doesn't mean it should cost more to fix' more it's just Bentley justifying and proving that exotic cars are for people with money and no brains. On the other hand, I'm sure unless you are not mechanically minded, then you can suss the inflated price scam for looking after our gems. An oil filter is an oil filter. Most parts for Bentley models are all on eBay now for a fraction, and suspension arms are easy to do as I have done mine on my GTC and flying spur speed with no fuss or special tools. In fact, similar to a touraeg period. Great cars though and fast.
Ahh got it. Bentley in London (Jack Barclay) have an eBay store. But your right plenty of other places where u can pick up the equivalent VW/Audi part. I am trying to educate myself more on small things and searching internet so ‘easy’ items I can do myself. This is why I try and make these videos to share my limited experience abs learn from others too!
@@zakmirza I enjoy your videos! Great to see fellow Bentley owner enjoying these beautiful marques. Although I now own a new Bentley bentayga I still think all Bentley's up to 2009 are the best looking and built. My bentayga feels more like a posh VW Touareg with a big engine and lots of cheap feel leather everywhere.
Hey Chris - thanks! My mechanic says the same, he thinks the ‘older’ Bentleys are better built and with more quality. He is not a fan of the Bentayga (he had one in bits in the workshop as it had a fuel leak somewhere). I actually do like them though they look great! Admire ur honesty that it’s a posh VW 😂
Surprised about the amount of corrosion. Is the car out in the Winter with salt on the road or something?
In the UK. The car started life in the midlands. The corrosion of that part is exposed and not covered; poor design i would say. BUT its wear and tear over time i guess - so i accept it :(
Hi Zak!!!!
People that purchase a Bentley, don't do it to save money.
Hay...greating from indonesia..🙏🙏🙏
HEllo - thanks for watching - hope you have subscribed? ;) Thanks
@@zakmirza 😂😂😂😂😂 i hope you never used word like that..because be spam from you tube..and subs be zero..🙏🙏
Any Prestige car is a bomb to run and fix.Just the way it is.Would take a Lexus anyday though.....
Yep - you are right! I’m trying to learn about what things I can easily do myself or that are ‘standard vw/Audi parts’. Thanks for watching 👍🏽
Guys is a 2007 Bentley continental with 56000 miles a bit high ? Where would you draw the line in regards to milage? Thanks in advanced
Think that mileage is very good. Equally important is the number of owners and service history. Worth having the car fully inspected just to avoid any nasty surprises.
@@zakmirza cheers mate!
No worries - let us know how ur search goes if that’s what u feel u really want. Always take your time. I looked at 2 others before I got this one over a 3 month period!
Honestly, I think you'd be paying more for these same services in America. 3500 pounds is a steal. In America, that bill would have been easily $5000 plus....easily. Not only that but your monthly insurance in America would be high. The UK is the best place to own a bentley.
Thanks for your insight into ownership costs in America. I would think due to import duty and parts that could be the reason for higher ownership?
£3500 at normal forex rates is $4400!!!😅
My 2008 gt speed has 12000 miles only and is due a 10 year service and Bentley has quoted me over £10000. Due to covid and cancer it's sat in the garage for 2 years unfortunately but will be due out soon hopefully.
Hi @phillip - maybe find a specialist to do the 10yr service as you would save a lot. Bentley just add to your bill, and we’ll, cos you have a Bentley they expect you NOT to ask questions! Hope you get the car back on the road once your back and well on your feet. Thanks for watching - appreciate your support 👍🏽
I sold mine after 2 years got a very good example only 17K miles and at a great price so I thought the the only reason I keep it that long was because I am friends with a Bosch certified mechanic and saved me a ton of money but the parts are just Ludovicus expensive and the engine is utter garbage engineered to make it as difficult as possible to do the slightest maintenance! I got a Maserati Granturismo S instead way cheaper to maintain and beautiful car!
I did look at a Granturismo - but depending upon the year, those can be worse - i would rather gamble on German engineering than Italian hehehe - thanks for watching :)
I'm still in shock at the number of things that seems to go wrong at the same time! And it seems that corrosion is the main enemy of the car. Can't the manufatcturers do something about that considering the car costs a fortune to buy?
Sometimes when it rains it pours! Corrosion is common issue here in uk with the damp weather and salt in roads. I will probably do a follow up video when I take it in for its 2022 service as 2021 was a simple one with nothing interesting at all! Thanks for watching 👍🏽
Of course it is easily possible to fit non rusting components. I.e. Stainless steel.copper nickel alloy bronze but why should they when there is loads of technically illiterate owners who are happy to pay rip off prices. Suckers!
That sucker comment is for meeeeee! I wish I was more competent to do basic mechanical things as it could save a lot - and many people show how to fix cars up. My view here is to just show people prices from the perspective of…..a sucker! 😖😖
I was just going to ask the same thing maybe the car was owned by someone that lived on the ocean I can't understand it in Central Oklahoma where I live we basically have no problem with corrosion I've never had anything on any of my cars corrode severely. Someone's mentioning they put salt on the roads in the UK apparently in the winter time I think we've pretty well stopped doing that even up North now.
Yea car was previously owned by someone in the north where it tends to rain more and get heavier snow. Yes they put salt grit down on the roads during winter so a receipt for rush on no -protected metal parts 😱
Bro. I can’t really real sorry for you. You drove a Bentley.
😖 yes I felt the pain too - thanks for sharing 😔
it would have been nice to show the car parts as you went through the list
Yes I agree. But dont think the mechanic would have wanted me hanging around with him for the 3 days it took to service it! Thanks for watching :)
@@zakmirza what would get more views, ?...starring at you or the Bentley GT Speed ? just a friendly tip...the GT, is the star of the show
@@DrBroncanuus Bentley GT wins in the looks department for sure!
Price its ok,this things must be done once 10 years..now car is ok for few years.
yes its called the bentley tax same colour as mine nice i go to him as well sometimes lovley man and son you look like a top dr am i right sir
Ohhh so you have used him too for your car? Positive experience for u also? Dr? Me? No way! 😷
yes all good dr ha
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Hi Zak even Dick Turpin had the decency to wear a mask, that's a horrendous bill. What year and how many miles are on your car? Mick, Northern Ireland 👍
2008, 67k miles. I hear you, but Bentley and another specialists in Chelsea (central London) were way more expensive. Not to mention didnt even sound bothered to help when i called them for prices and details. Thanks for watching!
@@zakmirza Hi Zak thanks for the reply. Just wondering could you not try do some of this work yourself and save yourself a lot of money, I think you will find it's easy enough as long as you don't need to remove the engine to do it lol. Drive a Porsche myself and do all my own servicing and maintenance which I learned from watching You Tube, and will only bring it to Porsche as a last resort as the labour costs are scary. Mick 👍🍻
@@MikeK-NIreland True - there are some basic things I can do myself, such as the air and cabin filters (not done a vid on that). But i think its also important to maintain the service history which is reassuring when coming to sell. 12 spark plug replacement on these cars are tricky so I would leave that so the qualified person! YES! KZhead is great for learning maintenance and hidden gems. Which Porsche u drive?
@@zakmirza Hi Zak just watched an excellent video yesterday on replacing the sparkplug on a Bentley from "Super Mario Diagnostics" Bit of work removing the main Intake Manifold but nothing to difficult. I'm really tempted to treat myself but have heard a lot of bad stories about the air suspension giving a lot of problems which is costly to repair so has put me off somewhat. At the min I'm driving a Caymen S 3.4 flat six that is currently parked up for the winter and up on the lift ready to have its Waterpump and Thermostat changed. Not having any problems with them just a bit of preventative maintenance and price of mind. 👍🍻
@@MikeK-NIreland difficult for me as i dont trust myself!! Cayman S - nice :)
What is the old adage about a certain person and his cash.........?
Bently are definitely worth it if u get a good deal on a used one, you can literally just rent it out a couple times a year and pay for the repairs needed
How much would you typically rent for?
@@da_suntoucha7219 assuming his costs were 3k unless I heard it wrong let's assume 5k, ÷12= 412 dollars a month so 206$ twice a month would pay the repairs*, i mean i wasn't being super serious about it, just saying nobody is going to use their Bentley every day specially not the people who care about cost of repair 🤔
@@davidlevingstone4429 True - not everyone will drive it every day, but the ownership is part of the 'fun' and learning about them is what i like. Also, rental cars are really driven bad, so they have far more wear and tear which is noticable. Thanks for watching!
But then all the major thing that could go wrong with a Bentley were done by the previous owner who only drove it on the weekends and had it garahed for most part of the year as he lived I the south of france and drove a ford kuga to take him there. It was a bargain even the paint job was totally detailed. I was just fortunate to get such a low mileage car for such a low price.
When u see how much the previous owner spent at main Bentley dealers it really feels like a bargain when you buy it! I’ve found The paint work and clear coat layers always look impressive with Bentleys.
Do you garage the car or is it left in the elements
Left outside - which can make a difference with these cars; but I drive it regularly which also ‘helps’ compared to those that are only used once every 2 weeks
@@zakmirza Do you attribute the rusting tubes to being left outdoors
I guess so, the weather in the uk isn’t so nice and dry so over time it’s bound to happen. I’m sure in the newer Bentleys they might have changed the materials used.
Front and rear brakes need to be done why did you decline that ?
I did do the brakes - check out my other video kzhead.info/sun/ecevlZ1xmKejjWw/bejne.html
DAMN! Did you at least get a reach around????
Wait wait - what’s a reach around? Or did I just miss a joke here 😐🙄
Was looking at buying a Bentley 2nd hand, but after watching here and seeing other reviews I think there's too much high risk of very expensive bills even when avoiding Bentley dealers.
Yes I hear u. So long as you have the car inspected by someone who knows these cars, and realise it’s an investment (ok negative equity investment!) then you will be ok and will always put a smile on ur face. I would always avoid main Bentley dealers as they really inflate costs. But depends which country you live in and availability.
Buy a push bike and get healthy 😂😂😂
…and cheaper 🤓
Hi Peter yes I'd love a Bentley but as you say its a big risk..I drive a jag and its very reliable and comfortable and a full service by jaguar was seven sixty which was pretty good with all genuine parts and labour...but still would love a Bentley but the service would give me the hump...so I stick with me jag...thanks Peter good luck.
Wow started out alright but that pipe for £800 odd 😳 seems abit over the top ! I wonder if some of the things wouldn’t have been that bad at Bentley , I know the hourly would have been more but I wonder if they wouldn’t have pulled your pants down as much , that horn bracket for £180 seems abit trumpy as well for a simple looking bracket, but it is a nice car and it will cost more than a normal boring euro box so it is what it is !
Yep it is what it is. Prob with Bentley main dealer is that they don’t often break prices down nor take the time to go thru the list of items and explain what each one is - let alone let you get under the car and see the bits abs bobs!
@@zakmirza I watch a guy called Matt Armstrong he buys salved cars and does them up and them customises them he done a Bentley a while back and what he found out was some of the guys at Bentley see he’s videos and said why didn’t you come to us instead of buying aftermarket bits and most cases the parts were second hand and cost more than parts direct from Bentley like the front wings ect
Yes! I love Matt Armstrong’s channel he is amazing what he does!!! He has so much energy and bravery for what he does with those cars. He has progressed on KZhead so much but still seems the down to early and honest guy
This is nothing. You’re driving a $250,000 vehicle.
Mean while in the real world i just paid 172 euros for a full service on my focus !!!!
😬 can’t even argue with that one Dr Jones!
That’s what happens when you take it to a dealership. They charge you more for their labor than the actual parts itself. That’s why they’re call stealerships 🤦🏻♂️
Stealership! Not heard that one before 🫣
That's why you goto a specialized mechanic who can get the parts and do the work.
What is the average service cost since you purchased this car? Please share
£1000 - but that’s at a Bentley specialist. Whenever I have spoken to Bentley the price is airy fairy. What u have to realise is that a Bentley service isn’t a 3 hour job. They check over pretty much all of the car hence have it for 2 days. One specialists in Central London wanted me to leave it with them for 4 days. That should put into perspective a bit more around average cost of servicing I have paid.
@@zakmirza thanks I also heard service is due every year? Or every 10k mile ?
Correct. However each service interval will be specified as having a ‘different’ set of items and checks also.
Take your car to a Dealer and get a report and estimates for repairs only. Then do yourself what you can then an aftermarket expert. Save 50%.
U mean take it to a Bentley dealer? I really don’t trust their quotes as I have had random quotes for servicing or even work. But your right, doing some leg work really makes the cars actually affordable - I think!
Alas I will sell it to go towards an extension on the house. But will buy one again very soon after, much to my wife's displeasure.
😂 oh man - u will miss it when she goes. But each time ur sitting in ur extension - u will be thinking about her sacrifice! Enjoy it before you need to sell her! 👍🏽👍🏽
I was close on the 895 pounds. I said 800
This is completely comparable to even a basic RAM or Jeep at that mileage, both in maintenance cost and hourly rates, but I never heard the year of your vehicle which definitely makes a difference. You seam upset of the price, but I'm honestly surprised that's all it was.
Guess my mistake is comparing to how much I pay for my Toyota! Interesting to know the cost is comparable to a RAM and Jeep - assuming that is at a main dealer network? Costs in USA can be high I think? Mine is a 2008.thanks for watching.
Can't believe the parts were corroded. It's not that old of a car. I live on the west coast of the United States and it probably rains as much as it does where you live and we don't get too much corrosion as that. Did you inspect the parts? They could be pulling the wool over your eyes.
I was lucky with this mechanic. I did a lot of research on them before I took my car there. He sent me videos when he was inspecting it and pictures. Then I saw the parts there too. I’m interested in cars so each time I go there I’m always talking to him. Even put it up on the ramp so I could see underneath. And there were other cars he showed me issues on too. Not cheap, but at least he took his time and didn’t mind me asking so many questions and stuff. Problem with uk roads if they put salt down to grit the roads - u don’t get too much snow in the West coast - all that’s lovely sun!
Long before you got to the total, I had decided never to buy ripoff Bentley. In fact the horn bracket was the switch off point.
Bracket is a bracket - I should have made one myself! 😃 what would u say is a good alternative to a Bentley?
My biggest fear would be the engine coming out for minor things eg starter. Then again for something else 😱
2007 and older models had that issue. In 2008 they moved a lot of the ‘common issues’ and pipes to more accessible areas. However, it’s true and I’ve heard and seen terrible issues where the engine had to come out 🫣🫣
Damn!!!!!
😯 what did I do?!!! 🙄
Chose a car that is BEAUTIFUL
You go to a bentley dealership you going to get hit with a big bill along with them trying to as much work as possible out of your car if you know what you're doing with a simple tool kit you can do it yourself. To be honest there not that hard to work on no different then a normal vehicle I got a range rover do all my own work up to a degree plus all my services. Before anyone says about dealership services I had a xj jaguar had full service history by them all there did was drop the oil and filter the air filter had never been done most dealership just rip offs who over charge just because they can.
Agree. I’m not too handy so don’t have the tools or confidence to try do my own service. It is just a VW/Audi car so if you can work on them then shouldn’t be a problem. Thing is with these cars you need stamps in your book from a reputable/known place as that makes a massive difference when trying to sell. You wouldn’t buy such a car with zero history or a history that cannot easily be verified. As u said not totally trustworthy, but puts a tick in one box when parting with ur hard earned cash.
@@zakmirza I know what you saying in some it can make a difference but with older cars most people just get a car and do a service on it even tho it had one before I had sold and bought a few cars I do highly recommend keeping all the receipt for everything specially for high value luxury cars if a car has no service history special a bentley It will have to be very very very cheap but even then I would recommend walking away unless you plan on making KZhead videos on it starting a channel. If you know a good Representable garage who you trust todo the work correctly and won't take you to the cleans its a win win for both it is getting very hard to find them now. The only problem I have with the stamps anyone can stamp a book without doing work on it best thing todo if you're not fully sure get a special or someone who knows about them.
Makes sense. I’ve seen cheapo Bentleys (and others) on auto trader and yes turn those into project cars with ur friendly local mechanic and u save big. Main dealer stamps can all be traced as I have done that with previous cars I have had but true, specialists can vary a lot. I think if I’m doing about a car walk away or get a pro to at least inspect to hopefully figure out where u might stand. Happy trucking!
Damn what you do go thru an automatic wash once a day ???
I hand wash my car 😂😂
Bruh for real ???? I’m in India and I own a w204 c250 . The price I pay for an annual car service is 1 lakh which is roughly £1000 . I guess considering the ratio of superiority between a c class and a Bentley , £3000 seems super reasonable for a car like Bentley
Hey there - thanks for your comment! I think maintenance for premium cars in India is pretty high anyway, but it goes with the territory!
This is why I’m going to buy a used Lexus ls460l or ls600hl so I dont need to worry about repairs
Good choice. Japanese reliability for sure 👍🏽
maybe ..but they all break down over time and still cost a bundle to repair. Very little prestige in a Toyota product unfortunately.(like a quality kitchen fridge ..no one really notices or cares)
@@johnpro2847 very little prestige in a Toyota product? You sound like the sort of person from the 90s Who still refers to Lexus as a poor mans Mercedes. In 2003 I owned a black on black Gs430 mk2 sport and lost count of the amount of looks and compliments I received in 2 years of ownership due to how unique it was. I’ve owned an s500 coupe Mercedes, Audi TT and 1 bmw all liabilities and riddle with faults but Lexus cost me nothing but servicing and tyres
I actually like Toyota/Lexus as a brand. I have a Toyota also and it’s very good value for money. Cost of ownership is low and the newer models are great. I just replaced my Prius with a C-HR hybrid. Drives and handles fab!
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What year is the car??
2008
WTF 3k and no actual work done on the engine gearbox or transmission !! You need to find a good indy matey.
If you won't a super car..then the super service comes with it..but maybe we all would love a Bentley..but I would definitely think how much this how much that...if we all did this we wouldn't have a Bentley I would love a Bentley but I'm afraid I love my house more someone said some people would remortgage to buy the car of their dreams...that has to be the worst advice I ever heard...its only a car...honestly good people kahn will only have petrol cars of the roads in I reckon in five years..
For sure, NEVER remortgage your house for ANY car 👍🏽 thanks for watching and commenting
The metals used on the Bentley parts seem very prone to corrosion.
i think partly due to the weather we have here in the uk. that doesnt help for sure! but at the end of the day, its a car, they all degrade no matter the cost :(
A lot of the stated repairs seem to be done by their ability to spot a sucker. Fancy wording for things that are unnecessary or can be done yourself.
@seanfarias3499 maybe - but seen as I’m not a budding mechanic wanted to share with people so they see items and costs. And your right, if your half competent, can prob do most yourself 😀sadly a service stamp and history details are worth their weight in gold. I would never buy one that just had service stamps but no other repair history at a reputable place. Seen too many horrible stories here on KZhead!
People must be totally mad to pay these prices ,you pay around £150,000 for a car and then it drops in bits MAD MAD MAD
I have the paper work from mine and it showed £165k brand new I think that the first owner bought it for. I love depreciation!!! 😃
I can't believe they charged you £22 for unblocking the petrol drainage tube. It takes 10 seconds to do with a air pump or a metal wire. Brother these people seem like they are out to rip you off as much as they can.
But I have learnt a bit since then on how to clear it out myself 😬 hence try and share info on this channel to help ppl learn from my experience - so you don’t have to spend £22 on that like I did 😖 thanks for watching 👍🏽
@@zakmirza it is much appreciated! The £800 hose was another mouth opener. What were they thinking 🤔. Love to hear your experiences and tips to keep costs low.
…and imagine the costs of it all if I took it to a main Bentley dealer! I picked this place cos he is an ex-Bentley Crewe mechanic - who actually used to work with another Bentley specialist up in Cheshire where I bought my car from and where it was serviced too! For sure there are many cheaper places to service this car, but from my research and within decent driving distance to where I live he seems to be open and honest by explaining everything to me clearly.
@@zakmirza I dont own a Bentley but had experience dealing with Chelmsford Bentley. I was a step away from taking them to court. All the papers were with the court. They were the worst company to deal with. Real crooks. They sold a car with falsified inspection papers. Lied about the inspection... it was terrible. I realised Bentley isn't what people think it is and their engineers aren't any better than a back street garage. They essentially are out to make as much money as they can and the dishonest way also works for them. 'Ex-bentley' just means 'ex-con' in my book and £22 for a 10 sec job is a perfect example.
Damn! Really shocked a big dealership like Chelmsford would even TRY that on! Either way, cars are a money pit and I’m a sucker for cars 🥺 thanks for sharing your experience with everyone here; appreciate it!
What year GT?
2008
I can't help thinking that these mechanics make a mountain out of a molehill. I understand that a Bentley will cost more to service than a Ford.
Bentley main dealer is even worse as they don’t tell you prices up front for most jobs.
Buying a Bentley is buying a money pit. Giving time to become its mechanic. Just buy something reliable, rent luxury.
Absolute piss take by Bentley ! £180 for a bracket to hold the horns ! £800 for a pipe ! There really is no need for these prices
Sadly I’m not savvy enough to do these repairs myself - I’m like a super duper basic ‘mechanic’
That all seems very expensive for a fancy Volkswagen.
It’s called the Bentley tax 🫣
So how much is 3000 lb in American money ?
£3000 = $4000 approx
Bro why you let people take you for basic things. Rules of of business ask what they will conduct on your car and see if you can do it yourself or shop around.
Yeah the thingamabob was clogged....and the trachlometer wasn't spinning like it should either....
🤣 well said! I need to make a glossary of all this crap!
@@zakmirza lol for sure
Pounds equals how much in Dollars?😮
approx $4000 at todays conversion 🤓
The saying goes if its not broken don't fix it. This dude got taken for a ride with the rusty scare tactics.
🥺 I saw the bits and pieces for myself when it was jacked up
#zakmirza Nice video and nice car. Do you realise your number plate is illegal and could cost you £1,000?
and should also be an automatic MOT fail.
Can’t argue with that!
Meanwhile i payed usd 550 to service my honda civic 👀 (50k service)
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You were lucky half these items were down to total neglect of the vehicle.
More car.....less talk!
😂 I tried my best 🙄
This is why I’ll never purchase certain foreign cars out of warranty. 90lbs to clear debris? Ridiculous. They clearly replaced things that didn’t need to be to ad labor cost. It’s so hard to find good honest shops now
Which country are you from? Bentley is a UK car which is where i am from. But yes, i hear you, on the price point. Im to blame, as i need to figure out these 'easy' stuff myself. Off the top of my head i believe hourly labour cost was £90.
@@zakmirza I’m from the US. Labor cost here in shops are out of control here as well. I’ve been mislead by a shop before saying something needed to replaced but they didn’t replace it but charged me for it. The pricing on some of the things you mentioned just seems so inflated. I agree tho I learned a few things about cars myself in order to save money such as break changing, oil changing and fluid changing.
For most Bentley parts, there is a cheaper VW/Audi part number that will save u a third of the price
Has anyone fitted a turbo diesel in a Bentley?
Hahaha Bentley never have made diesels. They do now have hybrid petrols available.