2021 Bentley Flying Spur V8

The third-generation Flying Spur arrived as one of the most dynamically capable Bentleys ever built, and the V8 makes a strong case as the driver's choice over the W12. The twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre produces 542 bhp and 770 lb-ft of torque with a more linear, engaging character than the twelve-cylinder — sharper response, a proper exhaust note, and the same 4.0-second 0-60 sprint in a significantly lighter package. This 2021 car sits on 31,698 miles, a sensible figure for a four-year-old grand tourer.

The Blackline Specification replaces the standard bright chrome exterior brightwork with dark gloss elements, giving the car a more restrained and contemporary appearance. Mulliner personalisation goes deep: Mulliner Driving Specification with black-painted wheels, hand cross-stitching, diamond knurling, high-gloss carbon fibre cabin trim, LED welcome lamps, and the illuminated Flying B mascot finished in black gloss. The Touring Specification adds adaptive cruise control and a head-up display for long-distance capability, complemented by the panoramic tilt-and-slide sunroof, mood lighting, inductive phone charging, and standard brakes with red calipers providing a deliberate visual contrast.

This is a notably well-optioned example — the combination of Blackline aesthetics, Mulliner interior personalisation, and the V8's more sporting demeanour is exactly the specification that tends to hold value. Grey over a Mulliner-stitched cabin with carbon accents is a coherent, understated choice for what is, underneath the luxury, a genuinely quick and capable saloon.