Bentley Continental GTC
The Continental GTC. Inspired by the Grand Touring tradition of Bentley legend. Born of Bentley’s breathtaking Continental GT coupé. With the endless power of a 12-cylinder, 6-litre twin-turbocharged engine urging you from 0-60mph in just 4.8 seconds. And a canopy opening up to the endless skies in less than 25 seconds. Welcome to convertible motoring at its exhilarating best.
ENGINE
Unlike a conventional 12-cylinder engine with two banks of 6-cylinders, the Continental GTC’s 6-litre engine is configured in four banks of 3 cylinders in a W formation. The result is a shorter and much more compact unit which allows for significantly more interior space and improved dynamics. 
But its size is deceptive. Twin turbochargers boost the power output to an astonishing 552bhp (411kW). Its supercar status is underlined by a top speed of 195mph (312km/h) and a 0-60mph time of just 4.8 seconds. The Continental GTC is built to conquer continents in true Grand Touring tradition, with endless power in reserve.
TORQUE
Torque is the force that changes a steady state of motion, unlike power, which is the force that maintains it. When you accelerate, it is the torque that you feel changing the rate of motion, not just the power. In a Bentley, torque is very much in the foreground of the driving experience. It is particularly appreciated at low revs, giving an impression of effortlessness, a sense that endless reserves of power remain.
The Continental GTC develops maximum torque of 479 lb-ft (650Nm) at 1600rpm, translating to an immediate sensation of power as the accelerator is touched.
SPACIOUS ARCHITECTURE
The shorter engine configuration, together with a fuel tank under the floor of the car gave the Continental design team the unprecedented luxury of space. Not only does the Continental GTC seat four adults in perfect comfort and style, the generous boot space was designed with practicality in mind with an impressive 235 litres to play with.
Traditional features like the bulls-eye air vents and the organ stop controls are exquisitely framed by wood veneers. Premium grade leather hide is also employed to soft surfaces, including the trim around the sporting gear selector and hand-stitched steering wheel. Knurled brightware controls and a choice of premium wood veneers exemplify the craftsman’s touch.
In the two weeks that it takes to prepare the wood for the interior, the veneers are given five coats of lacquer and three days of curing time before being wax polished by hand. Bentley uses no bleaching; the rich colour of the wood veneers is entirely natural. Bentley is the only coachbuilder to use mirror patterns when applying wood veneers, placing four successive leaves end to end to make a symmetrical pattern across the fascia, a process known as book matching. 
Each leaf of veneer can be traced back to the tree it came from. Each tree felled for veneer is replaced with another, and great care is taken never to use endangered wood species.
TECHNOLOGY
Continental GTC owners will want for nothing inside their car, whether behind the wheel or enjoying the ride as a passenger. The car is equipped with the latest advanced cabin technology from its electrically operated soft fabric roof, power-latching doors and electrically powered front seats, to its climate control and advanced Infotainment System.
If you would like more information on the new Continental GTC please email us bentley@lancedixon.com.au or call (03) 9848 9000