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  1. sfm

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    #1 sfm, Nov 25, 2008
    I am considering the purchase of a 1996 Bentley Azure and would love to get some feedback from other owners. Are there any specific concerns regarding this model that I should be aware of?
     
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    #2 sfm, Nov 27, 2008
    I guess not?
     
  3. modena

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    #3 modena, Nov 27, 2008
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    There are a few here, try searching and then maybe you will come across a few. I don't think the British section gets much traffic.
     
  4. Simon^2

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    #4 Simon^2, Nov 27, 2008
    Neighbor has one. uses it as his daily. other than an episode with an incompetent valet... he says it's been bulletproof.
     
  5. Arvin Grajau

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    #5 Arvin Grajau, Nov 27, 2008
    IMO ,very heavy car, look for spring and schocker wear and bushes.
    Expensive car to run so history is the key
     
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    #6 Pav, Nov 27, 2008
    it's a drop top continental, or a two door mulsanne without roof, it's up to you how you call it. Never had one but it's a classic bentley from the 90's. Spares are abundant (except for the specificities they don't share with the coupes or 4 doors), electronics are british but simple and there are many many independent specialists that know those cars by heart. The 6,75 engine is bulletproof.
     
  7. sfm

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    #7 sfm, Nov 28, 2008
    Thanks for the feedback. It sounds like as long as the regular maintenance had been kept current an Azure should be a reliable car. It would be my intent to use it as a summer daily driver.
     
  8. Motorcitydriver

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    #8 Motorcitydriver, Nov 28, 2008
    Just about a year ago I bought a 00 Bentley Continental R Mulliner w/ 20k on her. I am the fourth owner. She was well maintained, as confirmed by the dealer. The only thing I did to her since is an oil and fluids change for about $400. Please email with any further questions.
    Graham
     
  9. Arvin Grajau

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    #9 Arvin Grajau, Nov 28, 2008
    like any car built,buy the latest car you can afford and a car that has plenty spent on it.They also chew threw disc's.
    What colour were you looking at?
     
  10. bergxu

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    #10 bergxu, Nov 29, 2008
    re: Brake job.

    Do keep in mind that if you get one of these, you will not be able to perform a brake job yourself (don't know if you're a DIYer anyways). For the rear rotors, you'll need a special RR hub tool to remove them and it's an all-day job. For the fronts, well, I hope you have an accurate micrometer to adjust the bearing free play once you have it all back together. Rolls Royce/Bentley = Beautifully mastered archaic principles of engineering.

    ....that's why I love my Bentley :D

    Cheers,
    Aaron
     
  11. Juice It

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    #11 Juice It, Nov 29, 2008
    I had an Arnage Red Label for 5 years and the only thing it ever needed was regular maintenence. I think most of the Bentley horror stories are just that. Just make sure you get it checked out and review the service records. Also, make sure it has all the books/keys etc. as they are crazy prices at the dealer!
     
  12. Arvin Grajau

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    #12 Arvin Grajau, Nov 29, 2008
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    x1 my '64 "Flying Spurs"
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    #13 bergxu, Nov 30, 2008
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    Gorgeous! I love the CFS! I'm always caught drooling over the adverts from Bramley of Kensington in Classic and Sports Car, they have what must be the largest selection of Flying Spurs in the world!

    Cheers,
    Aaron
     
  14. Arvin Grajau

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    #14 Arvin Grajau, Nov 30, 2008
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    great cars,fast and all alloy.
    faster then the standard body cars ie lighter and lower but IMO not as well built and on a 2nd road rather drive a standard car fast.
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  16. Arvin Grajau

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    #16 Arvin Grajau, Dec 1, 2008
    late model?
    A model classic.
    How do you find the head room?
     
  17. sfm

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    #17 sfm, Dec 1, 2008
    There are two for sale locally at dealers; One 1996($109K Cdn) and a 1999 ($139K Cdn). There is a 2000 Azure in Quebec as well. I do not know the asking price for that one yet. There is a very nice looking 99 Continental SC (T-top) at another dealer in Quebec but the asking price seems high ($168K Cdn). All are black.
     
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    #18 bergxu, Dec 1, 2008
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    In response to your tach picture, here's a pretty good one of a Turbo R at full-tilt in its homeland...

    How's this for some tall gearing? :D
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    #19 Motorcitydriver, Dec 1, 2008
    I'm 6' and have plenty of room, my son who is 5'9" and plenty of room for him in the back.
     
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    #20 Motorcitydriver, Dec 1, 2008
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    The SC's are rare, so the price might be right I will have to look to see how many were built.

    79 were built.
     
  21. Arvin Grajau

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    #21 Arvin Grajau, Dec 1, 2008
    you have about 20mph on me
     

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