Highlights
- Original Bentley press car
- One of 60 Diamond Series sold worldwide, and 19 supplied to the UK
- Comprehensive service history, with recent work completed
The Appeal
Believed to be possibly the first UK registered Arnage T Diamond Series, used by Bentley at motor shows, in marketing material and then as a press car. The majority of these special Arnages were sold in the US, which makes this right-hand drive example all the more exclusive.
The Diamond Series was introduced in 2006 to celebrate 60 years of manufacturing at Crewe. It is finished to a high specification with plenty of luxurious details. The Windsor Blue paint remains excellent and the diamond pattern hide interior is complemented by the copious use of burr veneers.It also features a special limited-edition plaque.
Previously owned by two chauffeur drive companies, it is presented in immaculate condition throughout. Every thing is as clean, tidy and well cared for as you would expect.
The Diamond Series was introduced in 2006 to celebrate 60 years of manufacturing at Crewe. It is finished to a high specification with plenty of luxurious details. The Windsor Blue paint remains excellent and the diamond pattern hide interior is complemented by the copious use of burr veneers.It also features a special limited-edition plaque.
Previously owned by two chauffeur drive companies, it is presented in immaculate condition throughout. Every thing is as clean, tidy and well cared for as you would expect.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 6th September 2006
- Originally owned by Bentley Motors
- One of only 19 UK cars and 60 worldwide
- Inspected by Bentley’s special car division before delivery
- All original handbooks remain with the car
- 11 stamps in service book up to 158,000 miles in 2022
- Service invoices from renowned specialists
- Over £2,500 spent on servicing in September-October 2022
- Two sets of keys
- UK V5C
- MOT valid until September 2023
- Factory specification sheet
- Over £6,500 spent on major mechanical overhaul in 2019
- Commemorative build plaque
- Original DK56 HYA number plates as seen in press articles
- Full, clear HPI report showing only registration changes
The Interior
- Quilted Oatmeal leather upholstery showing little sign of wear
- Windsor Blue trim
- Matching Oatmeal carpets very clean and tidy
- Factory fitted sat nav
- Wool over mats
- Walnut veneered picnic tables
- Drinks chiller cabinet
- Wood-insert steering wheel (special order)
- Walnut inserts to all door cards
- Electric sunroof
- Chrome switches in good order
- To the rear, the voluminous boot is clean
- Leather fittings for two umbrellas
- Boot-mounted six-CD changer
The Exterior
- Special order Windsor Blue paintwork which presents very well
- Union Jack badges, a feature of the Diamond Series
- 19-inch twin-spoke alloys unique to the model
- Mesh grille and lower air intake
- Winged ‘B' radiator ornament present and correct
- The tyres are said to be nearly new
- There is a small bubble to the paint around the number plate plinth and boot badge
- Small rust bubble to bottom corner of boot aperture
- Light scuff to NSF bumper
- Small marks and chips commensurate with age but it still presents beautifully
- The car appears sound underneath, with a little surface corrosion to some components, although it has reportedly never required any welding
The Mechanics
- 6 ¾ litre twin-turbo V8
- Produces 444bhp
- Said to start and run perfectly
- The automatic transmission changes gear without noise or issue
- It has been well maintained, as detailed in the accompanying paperwork
- Recently serviced with over £2,500 spent in October 2022
- Bosch battery also fitted in October
- We’re told that the car drives superbly, with no reported issues or quirks
Summary
The Arnage is certainly a desirable example of a ‘Modern Classic’ Bentley. And the Diamond Series offers that extra layer of exclusivity we all desire. Presented in excellent condition throughout and with great service history, this is a very desirable motorcar.
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