(23 Sep 04)

Available to order from next month, the 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have some quite minor changes to the standard specification, additional trim options and, at extra cost, a brand-new Mulliner Driving Specification which does not, however, involve any powertrain or suspension modifications. The 552bhp twin-turbo W12 engine remains as before, and so does the four-wheel drive system.

All Continentals will now come with six-language telephone voice activation, Magnolia hide upholstery is added to the standard trim choices, and there's more colour-coding of the carpets and seat belts. The 2005 cars will have an extended list of extra-cost Mulliner options (in the 80th anniversary year of the original H. J. Mulliner coachbuilding firm's first commission from Bentley Motors) including such items as aluminium fascia panels and a two-tone leather-trimmed multi-function steering wheel, lambswool rugs and an alloy fuel filler cap.

The Mulliner Driving Specification features new 20" two-piece seven-spoke alloy wheels fitted with Advan Sport tyres, drilled alloy pedals and footrest, and a chrome-and-hide gear selector for the ZF Tiptronic transmission. The other MDS upgrades are to interior trim materials and designs, including the choice of dark-stained Burr Walnut or Piano Black wood veneers.

Price of the standard car has risen by just over £2500 to £112,750, and the Mulliner Driving Specification can be factory-fitted for another £6000.

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