Bentley Continental GT S One-Off marks 20th anniversary

As the Bentley Continental GT turns 20 this year, the luxury automaker has revealed a special one-off Continental GT S edition of the grand tourer at the Shanghai Auto Show.

The Bentley Continental GT is a car that has become a symbol of luxury and high-performance driving and now this new special edition of the grand tourer features a host of Mulliner tweaks that give it a unique look and feel.

From the moment you set eyes on this special edition Continental GT, you know that it is something special. The car is finished in a Magnetic dark grey metallic colour and sits on black chrome 22-inch wheels with a 10-spoke design hiding red brake callipers. The interior of the car is just as impressive, featuring a black-and-red colour scheme with Beluga and Hotspur leather over piano black accents.

One of the standout design features of the car is the laser-etched overlay that marks it as an anniversary one-off celebrating the model’s 20th anniversary. The thin red stripe that visually separates the dashboard from door to door is another notable touch. The treadplate on the right side of the car is also an interesting design feature, showing a first-gen Continental GT and a third-generation model, representing 20 years of the grand tourer from the United Kingdom.

When the original model was launched back in 2003, it was a game-changer. It was the first new Bentley in the modern era and the first Bentley with an all-wheel drive system. It was also the first to be equipped with the renowned W12 engine, which made it one of the fastest four-seat vehicles in the world at the time of its market release, with a 0-100km/h time of 4,7 seconds.

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This one-off Continental GT S is just a small part of all the celebrations the automaker has planned for this year. During the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July this year, the luxury brand will also celebrate the 20th anniversary of the W12, which was introduced with the first Continental GT.

It’s clear that Bentley is pulling out all the stops to mark this milestone anniversary. With its distinctive design features, this special edition Continental GT S is a fitting tribute to a car that has become a true icon in the world of luxury automobiles. Whether you’re a fan of the Continental GT or just appreciate fine automotive design, this one-off model is sure to turn heads and spark imaginations. Here’s to 20 years of the Continental GT,

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