These are standard specifications for the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | AWD |
| Price : | MSRP: $170,990-170,990 |
| Weight : | 5456 lbs | 2474.8 kg |
| MPG City : | 11 |
| MPG Highway : | 18 |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 4.9 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 195 mph | 313.755 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
| Twin-turbocharged W 12 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6000 cc | 366.1 cu in. | 6.0 L. |
| Power : | 552 BHP (406.272 KW) @ 6100 RPM |
| Torque : | 479 Ft-Lbs (649 NM) @ 1600 RPM |
| Bore : | 84.0 mm | 3.307 in. |
| Stroke : | 90.2 mm | 3.551 in. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 36 DOHC (3 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum Alloy block and head |
6 Automatic
Handling
Recall
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BENTLEY MOTORS LTD |
| Mfr Report Date | 20040314 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 08V217000 |
| Summary | BENTLEY IS RECALLING 13,420 MY 2004-2008 CONTINENTAL GT, CONTINENTAL GT SPEED, CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR, AND CONTINENTAL GTC VEHICLES. THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR ROAD SALT TO CORRODE THE OUTER SURFACE OF THE FUEL FILTER. THIS COULD LEAD TO THE FILTER HOUSING BECOMING POROUS WITH A CORRESPONDING FUEL LEAK. |
| Consequence | A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILTER AND REPOSITION THE RETAINING CLIP ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BENTLEY AT 1-800-777-6923. |
| Notes | CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bentley Motors, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20060701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 13V484000 |
| Summary | Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur vehicles, manufactured from July 2006 through June 2010 and equipped with carbon ceramic brake discs. In the affected vehicles, the stainless steel screws that secure the brake rotors may fail after being exposed to salty conditions. |
| Consequence | Failure of the securing screws may result in a reduction of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the screws, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 22, 2013. Owners may contact Bentley at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this campaign is RE13/14. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bentley Motors, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20070425 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 16V539000 |
| Summary | Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Continental Flying Spur vehicles manufactured April 25, 2007 through October 31, 2008. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving. |
| Consequence | If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will apply additional adhesive between the sunroof glass frame and sunroof glass panel, free of charge. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2008 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $27,958 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $57,000 |
| Avg. Home : | $238,880 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $3.39 |
2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur?
Q: How fast is the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has a top speed of 195 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has a wheelbase size of 120.67 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has a length of 208.94 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has a width of 75.43 inches.Q: How much legroom does the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur have?A: The 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has legroom of 41.50 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur was a .Q: How much did the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur had an MSRP of $170,990 - $$170,990 (USD).Q: What engine did the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur have? A: The engine powering the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur was a Twin-turbocharged W 12 (6000 cc | 366.1 cu in. | 6.0 L.) with 552 BHP (406.272 KW) @ 6100 RPM and 479 Ft-Lbs (649 NM) @ 1600 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur have? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur had a 6 speed Automatic gearbox.