Monday 30 November 2009

The new Bentley: MULSANNE - No Compromise.


BENTLEY recently launched their new flagship model the Mulsanne. Named after a popular corner of the Le Mans 24hour racetrack, as a sign of sporting heritage and passion for power and speed.

This car was designed to remind the world that Bentley ‘represents the pinnacle of British Luxury’, despite being unveiled in California and Frankfurt....

Parts of the bodywork is made from a range of techno-modern materials and processes such as complex frame aluminium front wings; a method of construction taken from the aerospace industry. The boot lid is also made from composite material providing lightness, without compromise.

Although it’s the flagship model (typically large and based on comfort), the styling has a hint of sportiness. The level of imagination for the design is as imaginative as Porsche’s designers; little. This car merely looks like it was fused between the Bentley Continental Flying Spur and the Arnage (pictured below)...
We’re also not sure about the headlights as the front of the car looks like a Piccadilly line train.
Nonetheless, with 20’ wheels (as standard) the car as a whole looks more like it comes from Lady Penelope’s Collection. It also has the world’s most powerful 2200 watt in-car amplifier, enabling the owner to perfectly listen to the band they probably just bought...



The party piece of this car is the engine. It has a hand built twin turbocharged 6.75 litre V8 engine producing a mind boggling 505bhp giving a deep muffled V8 burble. Monstrous power top end and the turbochargers providing monstrous torque from just above idle; all complimented with an eight speed automatic gearbox .

However, not to worry tree huggers! Only half the engine runs whilst cruising, which most of the time it will be.

Most importantly this car has a new air suspension system providing a smooth ride, allowing the passenger in the back to smoothly negotiate the purchase of their next country. Once they have made their purchase they can swiftly get to the airport with ease as the ride height lowers at speed to reduce lift and improve aerodynamic stability.

Ultimately this is a Bentley. No compromise. In addition to the superior quality, this car can be custom made to your taste, right down to the stitching on the steering wheel.

Prices will be confirmed mid-December.


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