12th May, 2024 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle May 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Registration - WJ55 DHY
Chassis No. - SCBBE53W46C032466
M.O.T. - July 2024
Odometer - 78,571
Presented in stately silver, this example of Bentley’s Flying Spur saloon comes with a navy and tan upholstered interior, with wood veneer dashboard, door trim, and centre console. Bentley’s colossal twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre W12 engine is installed up front, producing more than 550hp when new, and powering all four wheels through a six-speed automatic gearbox – helping make it the fastest and most powerful production saloon in the world when new. Handling is dealt with by an adaptive ais suspension system with continuous damping control. ‘WJ55 DHY’ is offered with factory-fitted equipment such as heated, cooled, and massaging electric seats, self-closing doors, sunroof, premium stereo system, infotainment system with satellite navigation, climate control, and multi-function steering wheel.
Offered with a Bentley dealer service history up until 2012, and regular service stamps thereafter, ‘WJ55 DHY’ comes with all manuals and extensive history documentation. Owned by four keepers since new, the present owner has held the keys to ‘WJ55 DHY’ since the end of 2022. They describe the bodywork, paint, and interior as in ‘good’ condition, while the engine, transmission, and electrics are rated as ‘excellent’. The odometer reads 78,571 miles, and this Flying Spur is reckoned as a good overall example of Bentley’s luxury saloon.
Introduced in 2005, Bentley launched the Continental Flying Spur – as it was initially known – using the 6.0-litre W12 twin-turbo engine used in other VW Group top-end models. It was also built on the same VW Group platform as Audi’s A8, the Volkswagen Phaeton, and Bentely Continental GT ranges. It quickly proved a popular model, complementing the Continental GT coupe and convertible line-up. Bentley produced the first-generation model until 2013, when the second-generation model was released, with a lower-cost V8 engine joining the range, as well as the Continental part of the name being dropped. Finally, the third-generation arrived in 2019, built on a new platform and with significantly updated styling, as well as a plug-in hybrid model joining the range – with production on-going.
· Beautifully specified and well cared for example of Bentley’s Flying Spur.
· Relatively low indicated mileage.
· Powered by Bentley’s hugely powerful twin-turbo W12 engine.
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £10,000 - £12,000Registration - WJ55 DHY
Chassis No. - SCBBE53W46C032466
M.O.T. - July 2024
Odometer - 78,571
Presented in stately silver, this example of Bentley’s Flying Spur saloon comes with a navy and tan upholstered interior, with wood veneer dashboard, door trim, and centre console. Bentley’s colossal twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre W12 engine is installed up front, producing more than 550hp when new, and powering all four wheels through a six-speed automatic gearbox – helping make it the fastest and most powerful production saloon in the world when new. Handling is dealt with by an adaptive ais suspension system with continuous damping control. ‘WJ55 DHY’ is offered with factory-fitted equipment such as heated, cooled, and massaging electric seats, self-closing doors, sunroof, premium stereo system, infotainment system with satellite navigation, climate control, and multi-function steering wheel.
Offered with a Bentley dealer service history up until 2012, and regular service stamps thereafter, ‘WJ55 DHY’ comes with all manuals and extensive history documentation. Owned by four keepers since new, the present owner has held the keys to ‘WJ55 DHY’ since the end of 2022. They describe the bodywork, paint, and interior as in ‘good’ condition, while the engine, transmission, and electrics are rated as ‘excellent’. The odometer reads 78,571 miles, and this Flying Spur is reckoned as a good overall example of Bentley’s luxury saloon.
Introduced in 2005, Bentley launched the Continental Flying Spur – as it was initially known – using the 6.0-litre W12 twin-turbo engine used in other VW Group top-end models. It was also built on the same VW Group platform as Audi’s A8, the Volkswagen Phaeton, and Bentely Continental GT ranges. It quickly proved a popular model, complementing the Continental GT coupe and convertible line-up. Bentley produced the first-generation model until 2013, when the second-generation model was released, with a lower-cost V8 engine joining the range, as well as the Continental part of the name being dropped. Finally, the third-generation arrived in 2019, built on a new platform and with significantly updated styling, as well as a plug-in hybrid model joining the range – with production on-going.
· Beautifully specified and well cared for example of Bentley’s Flying Spur.
· Relatively low indicated mileage.
· Powered by Bentley’s hugely powerful twin-turbo W12 engine.
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle May 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 12th May, 2024
Our June auction of classic and performance cars
Viewing Days:
Saturday 11th May,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 12th May 9am - 12 noon
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