Over 300 km/h Even with the Roof Down

This model marks the birth of Bentley's highest-performance convertible in history. It achieves 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and a top speed of 312 km/h even with the roof open.

The roof is a three-layer electric fabric top, offering excellent sound insulation and capable of opening or closing in just 25 seconds. Safety is also a priority, with a high-performance roll bar protection system integrated into the rear headrests that deploys two reinforced steel hoops instantly upon detecting a rollover risk, safeguarding the heads of the driver and passenger.

Alongside the launch of the Continental GTC Speed, its base model, the GTC, has also received styling enhancements. The front end, in particular, has been significantly redesigned, with both the GTC and GTC Speed adopting a new radiator grille design. Additionally, new exterior colors, Aquamarine and Blue Crystal, have been introduced, expanding customer choice.

Exclusively for the Continental GTC Speed, the tread plates on both doors are engraved with the word "Speed."


BRAND HISTORY
"I want to build a car that is the fastest and most valuable in its class." These are the words of Walter Owen Bentley, the founder of BENTLEY MOTORS, affectionately known as "W.O."

W.O., who gained experience as an engineer from a young age, initially worked not with cars but with steam locomotives. While participating in motorcycle races during his spare time, his interest turned to engines, and after retiring, he began developing racing engines in earnest after World War I.

In the 1920s, he participated in races both in Britain and abroad. Notably, thanks to the exploits of the "Bentley Boys," the company achieved five victories in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race between 1924 and 1930, establishing its reputation. However, the financial situation was dire, and in 1931, the company was acquired by Rolls-Royce, barely managing to preserve its name.

Rolls-Royce's control lasted for the next 67 years, but a turning point arrived in 1998. Volkswagen acquired the Bentley name and the Crewe factory in the UK. This allowed Bentley to forge a path separate from Rolls-Royce, and with the introduction of new models such as the "Continental GT," "Continental Flying Spur," and "Continental GTC," the company made a remarkable comeback in the luxury car market. Furthermore, in 2003, Bentley secured its sixth victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, its first in 73 years.