Premium Inspection

BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GTC AUTO
Premium inspection results
(PREPARED ON 17/06/2021, 18:52)

The inspector 's conclusion

Potential repair costs for this vehicle:

£3200

Prior to carrying out a road test under bonnet fluid levels were checked and found to be correct, at this point the vehicle was started with no permanent warning lights displayed on the driver’s information panel, with the vehicle started readily from cold.

The road test was carried out at speeds of up to 70 mph, in mixed road and traffic conditions.

During the road test the pay attention to the performance of the engine and transmission with the engine and transmission performance be considered in line with a similar vehicle the same make and model the similar mileage.

Throughout the course of the road test the vehicle handled and performed in a good manner, steered the chosen path of travel correctly and was free from any abnormal noise or vibration.

During the road test there was no evidence of any excessive smoke from the exhaust, undue
audible noises from the transmission and no evidence of overheating.

With final checks revealing no evidence of coolant leaks in and around the engine bay, or
evidence of major oil leakage around the engine bay and or on the underside of the vehicle.


Overall conclusion vehicle is in good condition for the age and mileage. Vehicle aesthetic is good for the age with some previous bodyworks carried out considered acceptable unless specifically looking for not over-sprayed vehicle.

Some comments have made in the report.
Some price negotiations can be made as service is due soon, vibration rectification and some other bits mentioned in the report.

Air conditioning if not enough cold can be regas.


A structurally sound vehicle with no evidence of major accident damage or significant corrosion.

HPI Basic Data

VIN:
**************8428
Engine no:
018960
Color:
BLACK
Mileage:
72542
MOT:
04/03/2022
V5C
Service documentation
VIN match
Radio security code
Owners manual
Range:
CONTINENTAL
Fuel Type:
PETROL
Engine Capacity:
5998
Market Sector Code:
AA
Country Of Origin:
UNITED KINGDOM
Model Code:
031
Model Variant:
GTC
Data Version Number:
Number Of Gears:
6
Nominal Engine Capacity:
6
Marque Code:
G1
Transmission:
AUTOMATIC
Body Style:
CONVERTIBLE
Visibility Date:
01/07/2006
Sys Setup Date:
01/07/2006
Marque:
BENTLEY
Cab Type:
NA
Terminate Date:
Series:
3W
Number Of Doors:
2
Drive Type:
4X4

Date Of Last Update:
2021-01-25T22:28:38
Colour:
BLACK
Vehicle Class:
Car
Certificate Of Destruction Issued:
Engine Number:
018960
Engine Capacity:
5998
Transmission Code:
A
Exported:
Year Of Manufacture:
2008
Wheel Plan:
2 AXLE RIGID BODY
Date Exported:
Scrapped:
Transmission:
AUTO 6 GEARS
Date First Registered Uk:
2008-09-08T00:00:00
Model:
CONTINENTAL GTC AUTO
Gear Count:
6
Import Non Eu:
Previous Vrm Gb:
Gross Weight:
2900
Door Plan Literal:
CONVERTIBLE
Mvris Model Code:
AAN
Vin:
SCBDE23W28C058428
Vrm:
FJ58AYW
Date First Registered:
2008-09-08T00:00:00
Date Scrapped:
Door Plan:
04
Year Month First Registered:
2008-09
Vin Last5:
58428
Vehicle Used Before First Registration:
Max Permissible Mass:
2900
Make:
BENTLEY
Make Model:
BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GTC AUTO
Transmission Type:
Automatic
Seating Capacity:
4
Fuel Type:
PETROL
Co2 Emissions:
396
Imported:
Mvris Make Code:
G1
Previous Vrm Ni:
Vin Confirmation Flag:

V5 C Certificate Count:
1
Plate Change Count:
2
Number Of Previous Keepers:
0
Keeper Changes Count:
0
Vic Count:
0
Colour Change Count:
Colour Change List:
Keeper Changes List:
Vic List:

Road test

Engine-performance
Good - In working condition
green check
Engine-noise cold
Good - In working condition
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Cold starting
Good - In working condition
green check
Hot restarting
Good - In working condition
green check
Engine-noise hot
Good - In working condition
green check
Excess smoke
Good - In working condition
green check
Gearbox operation/noise level
Good - In working condition
green check
Auto changes/kick-down
Good - In working condition
green check
Final drive operation/noise level
Good - In working condition
green check
Clutch operation
Not Available for this vehicle
green check
4wd operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Road holding/stability
Good - In working condition
green check
Steering wheel alignment
Good - In working condition
green check
Steering wheel effort
Good - In working condition
green check
General steering/handling
Good - In working condition
green check
Foot brake operation
Good - In working condition
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Noticed vibration from 50mph. Right tyre has a bulge. Will start with new tyre and wheel balancing. As the vibration can be noticed in normal driving over 40mph Brakes are good.

Hand/parking brake operation
Good - In working condition
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Suspension noise
Good - In working condition
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Air suspension operation
Good - In working condition
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Cruise control
Good - In working condition
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Warning lights
Good - In working condition
green check

Electric controls

Head lights
Good - In working condition
green check
Side lights/running lights
Good - In working condition
green check
Rear lights/number plate lights
Good - In working condition
green check
Stop lights
Good - In working condition
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Indicators/hazard lights
Good - In working condition
green check
Reverse/fog lights
Good - In working condition
green check
Auxiliary lights
Good - In working condition
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Panel lights
Good - In working condition
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Mirror operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Switches/controls
Good - In working condition
green check
Instrument/controls function
Good - In working condition
green check
Horn
Good - In working condition
green check
Heater fan/control operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Air con. operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Door locking/central locking operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Sunroof operation
Not Available for this vehicle
green check
Electric window operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Convertible roof operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Wipers/Washer operation
Good - In working condition
green check

Low on washer jet as headlight washers didn’t spray any liquid

Head lamp washer/wiper operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Cigarette lighter
Poor - Require some repairs
green check

Not working in front ashtray

Radio/CD/aerial
Good - In working condition
green check
DVD/sat. nav./blue-tooth
Good - In working condition
green check
Backup camera operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Parking assist operation
Fair - May require some repairs
green check

Diagnostic section

Lane Keep Assist operation
Not Available for this vehicle
green check

Plug-in diagnostic

Engine control
Good - In working condition
green check
Gear control system
Good - In working condition
green check
ABS system
Good - In working condition
green check
Airbag system
Good - In working condition
green check
Central electronics system
Fair - May require some repairs
green check
Potential repair costs: £100

Front parking sensor issue

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Interior / Luggage Compartment

Steering wheel/adjustment
Good - In working condition
green check
Seat upholstery
Good - In working condition
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Good full valet inside advised

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Seat mechanism
Good - In working condition
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Seat belt operation
Good - In working condition
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Carpets
Good - In working condition
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Door trim panels/fittings
Good - In working condition
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Door seals/hinges
Good - In working condition
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Interior siills
Good - In working condition
green check
Headlining/visors
Good - In working condition
green check
Dash panel condition
Good - In working condition
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Mirrors internal
Good - In working condition
green check
Rear parcel shelf
Good - In working condition
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Boot/tailgate lock
Good - In working condition
green check
Luggage area trim condition
Good - In working condition
green check
Illumination lights
Good - In working condition
green check
Convertible roof condition
Poor - Require some repairs
green check
Potential repair costs: £2000

Cuts present and ripped to the left side (would leak inside as its not sealed

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Tonneau cover
Not Available for this vehicle
green check

Engine compartment

Power steering fluid level
Good - In working condition
green check
Clutch fluid level
Not Available for this vehicle
green check
Brake fluid level/visual condition
Good - In working condition
green check
Engine oil level
Good - In working condition
green check
Potential repair costs: £500

Service due soon

Engine external leaks
Good - In working condition
green check
Engine mountings
Good - In working condition
green check
Fuel injection
Good - In working condition
green check
Turbo/supercharger
Good - In working condition
green check

On right side some weep/residue noticed near turbo

Fuel pipe condition
Good - In working condition
green check
Fuel pump noise
Good - In working condition
green check
Accelerator linkage
Good - In working condition
green check
Drive belt condition
Good - In working condition
green check
Timing belt replacement evidence
Not Available for this vehicle
green check
Bonnet catch
Good - In working condition
green check
Bonnet hinges
Good - In working condition
green check
Engine underside leakage
Good - In working condition
green check

Charging and starting system

Battery condition/security
Good - In working condition
green check
Battery test 12v
Good - In working condition
green check
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12v charging system operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Starter motor operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Starter motor noise
Good - In working condition
green check

Cooling system

Coolant level
Good - In working condition
green check
Coolant leak
Good - In working condition
green check
Antifreeze condition
Good - In working condition
green check
Hoses/pipes condition
Good - In working condition
green check
Radiator/cap condition
Good - In working condition
green check
Water pump
Good - In working condition
green check
Thermostat operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Overheating evidence/road test
Good - In working condition
green check
Cooling fan operation*
Good - In working condition
green check

Brake system

Master cylinder security
Good - In working condition
green check
Brake fluid condition
Good - In working condition
green check
Servo/power system
Good - In working condition
green check
Flexible hoses
Good - In working condition
green check
Pipes/connections
Good - In working condition
green check
Discs/pads front (if visible)
Good - In working condition
green check

80% left Discs good

Discs/pads/shoes/drums rear (if visible)
Good - In working condition
green check

70%left discs good

Hand/parking brake operation
Good - In working condition
green check
Hand/parking brake linkage
Good - In working condition
green check
Brake pedal/linkage
Good - In working condition
green check
Fluid leaks
Good - In working condition
green check

Wheels and tires

Wheel rims
Good - In working condition
green check
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Wheel trims
Not Available for this vehicle
green check
Front right tyre
Fair - May require some repairs
green check
Potential repair costs: £200

5.7mm Bulge

Front left tyre
Good - In working condition
green check

5.7mm

Rear right tyre
Good - In working condition
green check

5.2mm

Rear left tyre
Good - In working condition
green check

5.2mm

Spare wheel
Good - In working condition
green check
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Tool kit/jack
Good - In working condition
green check

All tools present

Locking wheel nut key
Good - In working condition
green check

Front suspension / steering

Steering ball joints/track rods
Good - In working condition
green check

Fair wear and tear

Steering rack/box
Good - In working condition
green check
Chassis/frame members
Good - In working condition
green check
Power steering pipes/leaks/noise
Fair - May require some repairs
green check
Potential repair costs: £400

Noticed light corrosion on the pipe with bit of leak. Inner wing area left side close to chassis Needs monitoring and rectification Bit surface corrosion

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Wheel hubs/bearings
Good - In working condition
green check
Springs/suspension unit
Good - In working condition
green check
Pipes/hoses
Good - In working condition
green check
Shock absorbers (conditions/leaks)
Good - In working condition
green check
Gaiters
Good - In working condition
green check
Sub frames/mountings
Good - In working condition
green check
Suspension arms/mountings
Good - In working condition
green check

Fair wear and tear front bushes and ball joints Rear front lower arm bush worn would need attention at some point.

Anti-roll bars/links/bushes
Good - In working condition
green check

Transmission

Fluid/oil leaks
Good - In working condition
green check
Cables/adjustment
Good - In working condition
green check
Hydraulic system
Not Available for this vehicle
green check
Linkage (wear)
Not Available for this vehicle
green check
Casings
Good - In working condition
green check
Mountings
Good - In working condition
green check
Drive shaft assemblies
Good - In working condition
green check
Universal/sliding joints
Good - In working condition
green check
Differential leaks/noise
Good - In working condition
green check
Gaiters
Good - In working condition
green check
Propshaft(s)
Good - In working condition
green check
Bearings/supports
Good - In working condition
green check

Not visible but covered but no vibration or audible noise

Transfer case leaks/noise
Not Available for this vehicle
green check

Rear suspension

Springs/suspension unit
Good - In working condition
green check
Anti-roll bar/links/bushes
Good - In working condition
green check
Shock absorbers/bushes
Good - In working condition
green check
Suspension arms/fixings
Good - In working condition
green check

Fair wear and tear

Location rod/fixings
Good - In working condition
green check
Bump stops/gaiters
Good - In working condition
green check
Wheel hubs/bearings
Good - In working condition
green check
Pipes/hoses
Good - In working condition
green check
Sub frame/mountings
Good - In working condition
green check

Some surface corrosion present acceptable

Under body

Corrosion protection
Good - In working condition
green check
Corrosion floor
Good - In working condition
green check
Shields/Covers
Good - In working condition
green check
Floor plan condition
Good - In working condition
green check
Under body corrosion
Good - In working condition
green check
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Exhaust system

Exhaust manifold
Good - In working condition
green check
Pipes
Good - In working condition
green check
Silencer(s)/catalyst/DPF filter
Good - In working condition
green check
Heat shields/mountings
Good - In working condition
green check
Joints/couplings
Good - In working condition
green check
System condition (if visible)
Good - In working condition
green check

Surface corrosion

Fuel system

Fuel tank condition
Good - In working condition
green check
Tank fixings
Good - In working condition
green check

Surface corrosion

Fuel lines/leaks
Good - In working condition
green check
Breather pipes
Good - In working condition
green check

Body exterior

Panel condition/alignment
Good - In working condition
green check

Some alignment not perfectly front right wing with bonnet and gap between head light and bumper right side front Rear bumper edges also not perfect but acceptable Rear boot left corner sliding sticking out acceptable. Can be adjusted if wants everything perfect

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Paintwork condition/reading check
Fair - May require some repairs
green check

Considerable amount of paintwork has been carried out over period. Carried out to very good visual standard. Some imperfections can be noticed on bonnet as vehicle is not perfectly clean some other areas more likely also something in detail would be noticeable to very close eye Nano coating has been applied

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Exterior trim
Good - In working condition
green check
Glass
Good - In working condition
green check
Bumpers/number plates
Good - In working condition
green check

Front number plate needs better securing as it only holds on double sided tape

Fuel filler cover/petrol flap
Good - In working condition
green check
Key operation in door locks
Fair - May require some repairs
green check

Two remote keys not working Two keys starts the car. One is not programmed

Body damage
Good - In working condition
green check
Evident past repair
Fair - May require some repairs
green check

Suspecting rear spare wheel plastic part has been replaced before as some gaps where silicon sealant used. Some previous accident As there is yellow number marked on tray noticed. Everything carried out to good standard

Corrosion
Fair - May require some repairs
green check

Few areas noticed near bonnet hinges once open, Driver door edge and right wing bottom section

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Photo Scratch report
Good - In working condition
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Additional Documents
Good - In working condition
green check

Very good service history advised to confirm with dealer. Also to see if gearbox service and dif oils has been replaced or when its due

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