2022 Bentley Continental GT

The Cricket Ball Extended Range metallic paint is a distinctive choice that gives this GTC V8 an immediately recognisable presence — a deep, characterful red that works particularly well on the open-top body. At just 4,841 miles from new, this 2022 car is effectively unworn, and with over £35,000 of factory options on board it represents one of the more comprehensively specified GTC V8s currently available.

The options list is both broad and well-judged. Mulliner Driving Specification brings diamond hand-stitched hides and knurled metal detailing, while Touring and City specifications add the rotating display and B&O audio. Continental Blackline Specification darkens the brightwork to purposeful effect, and the 22-inch 5-open-spoke wheels in black reinforce the look. Extended Bentley manufacturer's warranty runs to August 2027, backed by a full Bentley service history — an important consideration given the car's near-new status.

The 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 produces 542 bhp, drives through an 8-speed ZF automatic to all four wheels, and reaches 62mph in 4 seconds on the way to a 198mph maximum. Compared to the W12, the V8 is the more tactile proposition — lighter on its feet, with a deeper exhaust note that gives it more presence at lower speeds. For those who find the W12 too serene, the V8 offers that extra dimension of character without conceding anything in refinement.