2000 Bentley Azure Convertible Coupe

At the Geneva Motor Show in March of 1955, Bentley introduced its Azure. It was built atop the Continental R chassis, which had been introduced in 1991, and brought topless motoring back to Bentley. During its introductory year, 251 examples were built. With a base price of $348,000, its exclusivity was guaranteed. Pininfarina helped in many areas of production and construction, including the crafting of the body shell in Italy from parts produced in England, and in the creation of the top. The Azure had an overall weight of 5,750 pounds and was 210 inches long. Power was from a 6.75L V-8 engine fitted with a Garrett intercooled turbo and could reach 60 MPH in about six seconds. Top speed was achieved around 150 MPH.

Production of the Azure lasted from 1996 through 2003, with 1,403 examples produced. This particular example left the factory with five-spoke Brooklands racing wheels and radial tires. It is finished in Royal Crest Blue with a Magnolia-colored leather and a black blue top. It has been upgraded with an Alpine NVDA101 entertainment system with navigation and DVD player. Currently, the odometer shows 29,578 miles.

By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2016