BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GTC AUTO
Premium inspection results(PREPARED ON 17/06/2021, 18:52)
The inspector 's conclusion
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.
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.
Potential repair costs for this vehicle:
£3200
HPI Basic Data
Vin:
**************8428
Engine no:
018960
Color:
BLACK
Mileage:
72542
Mot:
04/03/2022
Vsc:
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:
No
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:
No
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:
No
Engine Number:
018960
Engine Capacity:
5998
Transmission Code:
A
Exported:
No
Year Of Manufacture:
2008
Wheel Plan:
2 AXLE RIGID BODY
Date Exported:
No
Scrapped:
No
Transmission:
AUTO 6 GEARS
Date First Registered Uk:
2008-09-08T00:00:00
Model:
CONTINENTAL GTC AUTO
Gear Count:
6
Import Non Eu:
No
Previous Vrm Gb:
No
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:
No
Door Plan:
04
Year Month First Registered:
2008-09
Vin Last5:
58428
Vehicle Used Before First Registration:
No
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:
No
Mvris Make Code:
G1
Previous Vrm Ni:
No
Vin Confirmation Flag:
No
V5 C Certificate Count:
1
Plate Change Count:
2
Number Of Previous Keepers:
0
Keeper Changes Count:
0
Vic Count:
0
Colour Change Count:
No
Colour Change List:
No
Keeper Changes List:
No
Vic List:
No
Road test
Engine-performance - Good - In working condition
Engine-noise cold - Good - In working condition
Cold starting - Good - In working condition
Hot restarting - Good - In working condition
Engine-noise hot - Good - In working condition
Excess smoke - Good - In working condition
Gearbox operation/noise level - Good - In working condition
Auto changes/kick-down - Good - In working condition
Final drive operation/noise level - Good - In working condition
Clutch operation - Not Available for this vehicle
4wd operation - Good - In working condition
Road holding/stability - Good - In working condition
Steering wheel alignment - Good - In working condition
Steering wheel effort - Good - In working condition
General steering/handling - Good - In working condition
Foot brake operation - Good - In working condition
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
Suspension noise - Good - In working condition
Air suspension operation - Good - In working condition
Cruise control - Good - In working condition
Warning lights - Good - In working condition
Electric controls
Head lights - Good - In working condition
Side lights/running lights - Good - In working condition
Rear lights/number plate lights - Good - In working condition
Stop lights - Good - In working condition
Indicators/hazard lights - Good - In working condition
Reverse/fog lights - Good - In working condition
Auxiliary lights - Good - In working condition
Panel lights - Good - In working condition
Mirror operation - Good - In working condition
Switches/controls - Good - In working condition
Instrument/controls function - Good - In working condition
Horn - Good - In working condition
Heater fan/control operation - Good - In working condition
Air con. operation - Good - In working condition
Door locking/central locking operation - Good - In working condition
Sunroof operation - Not Available for this vehicle
Electric window operation - Good - In working condition
Convertible roof operation - Good - In working condition
Wipers/Washer operation - Good - In working condition
Low on washer jet as headlight washers didn’t spray any liquid
Head lamp washer/wiper operation - Good - In working condition
Cigarette lighter - Poor - Require some repairs
Not working in front ashtray
Radio/CD/aerial - Good - In working condition
DVD/sat. nav./blue-tooth - Good - In working condition
Backup camera operation - Good - In working condition
Parking assist operation - Fair - May require some repairs
Diagnostic section
Lane Keep Assist operation - Not Available for this vehicle
Plug-in diagnostic
Engine control - Good - In working condition
Gear control system - Good - In working condition
ABS system - Good - In working condition
Airbag system - Good - In working condition
Interior / Luggage Compartment
Steering wheel/adjustment - Good - In working condition
Seat mechanism - Good - In working condition
Seat belt operation - Good - In working condition
Carpets - Good - In working condition
Door trim panels/fittings - Good - In working condition
Door seals/hinges - Good - In working condition
Interior siills - Good - In working condition
Headlining/visors - Good - In working condition
Dash panel condition - Good - In working condition
Mirrors internal - Good - In working condition
Rear parcel shelf - Good - In working condition
Boot/tailgate lock - Good - In working condition
Luggage area trim condition - Good - In working condition
Illumination lights - Good - In working condition
Tonneau cover - Not Available for this vehicle
Engine compartment
Power steering fluid level - Good - In working condition
Clutch fluid level - Not Available for this vehicle
Brake fluid level/visual condition - Good - In working condition
Engine oil level - Good - In working condition
Potential repair costs: £500
Potential repair costs: £500
Service due soon
Engine external leaks - Good - In working condition
Engine mountings - Good - In working condition
Fuel injection - Good - In working condition
Turbo/supercharger - Good - In working condition
On right side some weep/residue noticed near turbo
Fuel pipe condition - Good - In working condition
Fuel pump noise - Good - In working condition
Accelerator linkage - Good - In working condition
Drive belt condition - Good - In working condition
Timing belt replacement evidence - Not Available for this vehicle
Bonnet catch - Good - In working condition
Bonnet hinges - Good - In working condition
Engine underside leakage - Good - In working condition
Charging and starting system
Cooling system
Coolant level - Good - In working condition
Coolant leak - Good - In working condition
Antifreeze condition - Good - In working condition
Hoses/pipes condition - Good - In working condition
Radiator/cap condition - Good - In working condition
Water pump - Good - In working condition
Thermostat operation - Good - In working condition
Overheating evidence/road test - Good - In working condition
Cooling fan operation* - Good - In working condition
Brake system
Master cylinder security - Good - In working condition
Brake fluid condition - Good - In working condition
Servo/power system - Good - In working condition
Flexible hoses - Good - In working condition
Pipes/connections - Good - In working condition
Discs/pads front (if visible) - Good - In working condition
80% left
Discs good
Discs/pads/shoes/drums rear (if visible) - Good - In working condition
70%left discs good
Hand/parking brake operation - Good - In working condition
Hand/parking brake linkage - Good - In working condition
Brake pedal/linkage - Good - In working condition
Fluid leaks - Good - In working condition
Wheels and tires
Wheel trims - Not Available for this vehicle
Front right tyre - Fair - May require some repairs
Potential repair costs: £200
Potential repair costs: £200
5.7mm
Bulge
Front left tyre - Good - In working condition
5.7mm
Rear right tyre - Good - In working condition
5.2mm
Rear left tyre - Good - In working condition
5.2mm
Tool kit/jack - Good - In working condition
All tools present
Locking wheel nut key - Good - In working condition
Front suspension / steering
Steering ball joints/track rods - Good - In working condition
Fair wear and tear
Steering rack/box - Good - In working condition
Chassis/frame members - Good - In working condition
Wheel hubs/bearings - Good - In working condition
Springs/suspension unit - Good - In working condition
Pipes/hoses - Good - In working condition
Shock absorbers (conditions/leaks) - Good - In working condition
Gaiters - Good - In working condition
Sub frames/mountings - Good - In working condition
Suspension arms/mountings - Good - In working condition
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
Transmission
Fluid/oil leaks - Good - In working condition
Cables/adjustment - Good - In working condition
Hydraulic system - Not Available for this vehicle
Linkage (wear) - Not Available for this vehicle
Casings - Good - In working condition
Mountings - Good - In working condition
Drive shaft assemblies - Good - In working condition
Universal/sliding joints - Good - In working condition
Differential leaks/noise - Good - In working condition
Gaiters - Good - In working condition
Propshaft(s) - Good - In working condition
Bearings/supports - Good - In working condition
Not visible but covered but no vibration or audible noise
Transfer case leaks/noise - Not Available for this vehicle
Rear suspension
Springs/suspension unit - Good - In working condition
Anti-roll bar/links/bushes - Good - In working condition
Shock absorbers/bushes - Good - In working condition
Suspension arms/fixings - Good - In working condition
Fair wear and tear
Location rod/fixings - Good - In working condition
Bump stops/gaiters - Good - In working condition
Wheel hubs/bearings - Good - In working condition
Pipes/hoses - Good - In working condition
Sub frame/mountings - Good - In working condition
Some surface corrosion present acceptable
Under body
Exhaust system
Exhaust manifold - Good - In working condition
Pipes - Good - In working condition
Silencer(s)/catalyst/DPF filter - Good - In working condition
Heat shields/mountings - Good - In working condition
Joints/couplings - Good - In working condition
System condition (if visible) - Good - In working condition
Surface corrosion
Fuel system
Fuel tank condition - Good - In working condition
Tank fixings - Good - In working condition
Surface corrosion
Fuel lines/leaks - Good - In working condition
Breather pipes - Good - In working condition
Body exterior
Panel condition/alignment - Good - In working condition
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
Paintwork condition/reading check - Fair - May require some repairs
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
Exterior trim - Good - In working condition
Glass - Good - In working condition
Bumpers/number plates - Good - In working condition
Front number plate needs better securing as it only holds on double sided tape
Fuel filler cover/petrol flap - Good - In working condition
Key operation in door locks - Fair - May require some repairs
Two remote keys not working
Two keys starts the car. One is not programmed
Body damage - Good - In working condition
Evident past repair - Fair - May require some repairs
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
Photos
External shot - left side
External shot - right side
Vehicle's interior
External shot - front
External shot - back
Engine bay
Boot area
Vehicle's documents and keys
Odometer
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