Bentley Continental Flying Spur - the world's fastest four door saloon

• Burr walnut unbleached premium wood veneer is applied to the facia, front and rear consoles and waistrails. A choice of four further veneers is available as an optional extra. • Premium leather hides cover the seating, door panels, waistrails, dashboard, rear parcel shelf, roof headlining (and outer side panels of the rear console on four-seat models). • Hide-trimmed multi-function steering wheel and chrome-trimmed gear selector. • Veneers are cut using the latest laser technology. They are then lacquered by hand before being machined and polished. • The finished wood veneer is applied to new aluminium substrates that are more thermally stable than before, enhancing durability and flexibility. • The veneer is, as with all Bentleys, book and mirror-matched to create perfect symmetry, with one side exactly reflecting the other. • Bentley is unique among car makers in using natural, unstained and unbleached veneers. • A complete set of upholstery is made up of more than 11 hides. • The finest leather hides are imported from Northern Europe because insects that can damage the quality of the finished leather don't like colder climates. • It takes approximately five hours to trim a steering wheel. • The steering wheel is double-stitched by hand using two needles simultaneously. • Classic Bentley brightwork decorates the Continental Flying Spur. Iconic symbols such as the 'Winged B' badge and the matrix grille grace the exterior, while bulls-eye ventilation outlets with their organ stop controls sit alongside unique chrome knurled switchgear that was inspired by blending contemporary jewellery with switches from vintage Bentleys.

Interior features and technology

Continental Flying Spur owners will want for nothing inside their car, whether behind the wheel or enjoying the ride as a passenger. The car is equipped with the latest advanced cabin technology from its power-latching doors and 16-way electrically powered front seats (that are also air-cooled and heated) with new electro-mechanical lumbar control, to its four-zone climate control, LED mood lighting and advanced infotainment system.

Whether specified as a four-seat model with a centre console between two electrically powered rear seats or the five-seat cabin with full-width rear seat, passengers will experience an environment that simply cannot be found in any other car. The four-seat option cradles its rear occupants in large, sculpted seats that are electrically adjustable for optimum comfort. These seats are divided by a centre console which is trimmed in premium leather hide and wood veneer and contains the seat and climate control systems as well as a beautifully designed ashtray alongside a cupholder and storage space. Passengers in the rear can also operate the chair of the front-seat passenger, thereby ensuring maximum legroom and comfort should the front be unoccupied.

Interior key features:

• Five-seat configuration as standard with full-width rear seat. • Optional four-seater configuration with two individual rear seats and centre console with stowage, rear climate control functions and seat switches. • Innovative multi-function storage area in centre console of four-seater model, containing unique removable designer ashtray. • 16-way electrically adjustable front seats incorporating climate control, three-position memory (seats, steering column, exterior mirrors) and electric lumbar control with massage facility. • Rear outer seat positions on five-seat model incorporate climate control, heating and electro-mechanical lumbar adjustment. • Rear centre armrest with lockable ski hatch. • Multi-zone electronic climate control system. • Comprehensive infotainment system includes: _ Satellite navigation system with route guidance _ Optional television tuner (except for US market) _ Premium 12-channel audio system _ Climate control operation _ Computerised suspension control operation (damper and ride height settings). • 6-CD auto changer in glove compartment. • Nokia 'docking station' system for in-car phone (except for Japanese market). • Bluetooth hands-free privacy handset in centre arm rest as a no-cost option (except for Japanese market). • Keyless entry and keyless ignition system (US market - keyless entry only). • Console-mounted starter button. • Electronic park brake with move-off assist (except for US market). • Column-mounted gearshift paddles. • Stainless steel-faced foot pedals and driver's foot rest. • Optional glass electric tilt-slide sunroof (non-cost option for US market). • Comprehensive anti-theft and immobiliser systems. Exterior features and technology

The Continental Flying Spur combines the finest Bentley traditions and craftsmanship with highly advanced automotive technology. Wherever modern solutions have been introduced on the car, however, these are never to the detriment of driving enjoyment or passenger comfort. At Bentley we don't believe in overloading our cars, or our customers, with technology that they don't need or may never use. On the Continental Flying Spur every feature content or safety system must make a case for itself before being added. The result is a car that contains a host of practical and desirable features that complement rather than overshadow the unique character of the Continental Flying Spur. What's more, the full features list is almost entirely standard, meaning customers won't be forced to trawl through an exhausting options list at additional cost. Whether you opt for the four or five-seat version, the Continental Flying Spur's full range of technology and feature content will be available to all.

Exterior key features:

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