Big body limousines. While not for everyone, there are many who live and die with them.
The Bentley Flying Spur has got to be among the best of all big-body shooter sedans alongside the Ghost and Mercedes S63/S65.
However, the poor Flying Spur is often overlooked in the car hacking world and I want to change that by drawing attention to its amazing hackability with this buying guide.
So if you’re looking for a larger than life sedan that will get you there in style without losing an arm and a leg on resale, then read on
experience behind the wheel
Have you ever driven a boat? That’s what it’s like to drive the Bentley Flying Spur.
Now that’s not necessarily a negative thing! There’s nothing wrong with having a land yacht in your garage, just make sure you know how to whip it. By that I simply mean pay attention to the dimensions of the car when putting yourself in certain positions e.g. B. in a garage, parallel parking or in a crowded parking lot with the possibility of being adjacent from 2-3 sides.
In addition to the imposing size of the car, the weight must also be taken into account. Finally, the spur qualifies for the Section 179 tax exemption because its gross weight is over 6,000 pounds. Despite the weight, whether your Flying Spur is equipped with the V8 or the W12 engine, power does need to be delivered, but it will take time to kick in as the engine has to lift over 6,500 pounds and propel it forward.
Inside the cabin, note the spaciousness of the Flying Spur, bench seat or not, anyone lucky enough to sit in the Flying Spur knows how comfortable it is, whether as a driver, passenger or in the back. However, I believe that the more true luxury surrounds you, the more you as a driver would enjoy the experience.
The technology in Bentley is incredibly easy to use and reliable. And the overall design of the dashboard, combined with the fine craftsmanship, conveys a sense of elegance while offering the driver a great deal of form and function that trickles down to the benefit of the passengers.
Bentley Flying Spur General problems
While Bentleys are known for their luxurious feel, they are also known for the numerous issues that can afflict any model. Suspension system failure is very common on Bentleys due to the weight of the car itself. Bentley has a very complex air suspension system and while it is designed for drivetrain smoothness, it has been known to fail and when it does it can be incredibly expensive to repair.
Another common problem that Spurs face, which is also not cheap to fix, is in the engine. Gasket leaks plague these models along with turbo leaks, fan issues, and vacuum issues. All of these are typically engine failures that will cost you a pretty penny regardless of where you take your Spur for repairs.
All in all, while this may seem alarming, don’t put these issues off the flying spur as a great way to ensure your future spur doesn’t come up with these laundry lists of issues is to get a PPI on your potential flying Spur to ensure you don’t end up in an ownership experience that will ultimately cast you away from Bentleys or exotics in general.
Bentley Flying Spur operating/maintenance costs
Bentleys can be incredibly expensive to repair, as we mentioned in the section above. This is why getting PPIs for your potential vehicles is so important.
But more important than that, once you have your track, make sure you keep up with ALL regular maintenance, as getting your Bentley up and running can also help you identify any precursors to the previously mentioned problems, saving you time and Cost of repairs because the only way to save you thousands of dollars in repairs is to identify the problem early and fix it before a chain reaction occurs and other systems fail as well.
Always a wonderful reminder: never bring your Bentley to Bentley for service or repair.
Find a trusted, reputable third-party dealer in your area that is qualified to work on these cars because it will really save you a lot of money, whether it’s just an annual oil change or a full engine repair of a leaking gasket.
Bentley Flying Spur turn of the year
The Bentley Flying Spur has been around for quite some time. 2005 to be exact. But for this program and the essence of car hacking, we will focus only on the second generation (2013-2018).
2013-2018: Launched in 2013, the Bentley Flying Spur was an all-W12 engined car, boasting all the features and big body lines we associate it with.
In 2014, Bentley introduced the Flying Spur with a V8 engine that still boasts all the sleek insignia of the W12 model before it, but now doesn’t bring as much gas to the owner.
For 2016, Bentley put a sportier spin on the Flying Spur, giving the market a V8 S model with a tuned engine that combines speed and style in one. Recognizable by a redesigned front bumper, matrix grille and rear diffuser.
In addition to this coming V8 S, Bentley also debuted the sportier, better tuned version of the iconic W12 model, the W12 S. This was the car that received the most gifting from the restyling, receiving a beautiful interior upgrade, a cross-stitch design, on both Sitting and also on the steering wheel. In addition to the more dynamic interior, the exterior also received a beauty boost with a sportier front bumper, a gloss black diffuser and new 21-inch twin-spoke wheels in gloss black.
In 2019 a redesigned Spur was launched and released and to say it’s stunning is an understatement but due to recent markets the ability to hack these cars is 0-none.
Bentley Flying Spur options
For hacking purposes, you should always keep an eye on the overall exterior and interior colors. Means you want something generically hot: black on black, white on black, black on red, white on red, etc. In addition, there are many packages and wheel options that can have a huge impact on a Bentley’s final decal price.
Refer to this link HERE to see which packages are more expensive, what they include and explore exterior and interior color options. https://www.cars.com/research/bentley-flying_spur-2016/specs/
Best Bentley Flying Spur Buy
The best Flying Spurs to buy in terms of hacking will be the 16-17 W12 (S) models. Of course, the higher the decal the better, but be careful with Bentleys as the Spurs with the tallest decals can sometimes look pretty… ugly.
No offense, but it’s just the truth. Although tall stickers are great, remember to look out for the more universally popular specs like white on black, black on black, black on red, white on red, etc. Make sure the wood used inside the spur complements the colors of the interior. That said, teak (light) wood won’t look good on the red interior…but maybe it will look good on the beige interior.
Conclusion
If you’re looking for a usable mafia boss-esque four-door sedan that offers prestige through its front and rear badges, then the Bentley Flying Spur might be for you. It fits into garages more easily than a Ghost or Phantom and is more remarkable and distinguished than a Mercedes S63/65. It’s a perfect blend of function and form that could be the perfect everyday wear for you.
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