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The subject for this week's editorial picks itself: the all–new Bentley Continental GT. While remaining 'reassuringly familiar', the new design is as fresh as a daisy.
I particularly like the sharper edges, courtesy of the 'Super Formed' aluminium panelwork. The more vertical grille seems to suit the car's shape better, and the steeper face on the bootlid recalls bigger 'grand' Bentleys.
What's really exciting is that, at some point in the model's lifecycle, the Crewe company will introduce a high–output, brand–new V8. Not only will this look after the planet, it will also make longer journeys possible without refuelling, and imbue the car with some of the famous, eight–cylinder Bentley character.
The world will see the new car at the Paris show in a few weeks' time, while the motoring press should be behind the wheel by the end of the year. We cannot wait.
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THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
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NEWS
New Bentley Continental GT — the Wraps Come Off
Due to appear at the Paris Motor Show on 2-17 October, the wraps have come off the new Continental GT four–seater coupé.
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EVENTS
Chelsea AutoLegends 2010 — Review
What a great day out. For a first event, the all–Sunday extravaganza by the bank of the Thames was an outstanding success.
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AUCTIONS
Bonhams at the Goodwood Revival, 17 September
Bidders at the Bonhams Revival sale like to be presented with cars eminently suited to the South Downs circuit. In addition to the catalogue–topping 1953 Jaguar C–type, there's a superb ex–works Lotus Cortina, '166 RUR'.
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DRIVING REPORT
Alfa Giulietta — Road Test by John Simister
An Italianised version of a Shakespearean name. A high-profile advertising campaign with a dreamy quote from the Bard. The stage is set. All it needs is for the car to be good. Not just good enough.
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NEWS
Audi R8 Spyder — Now With V8 Engine
Up until now, Audi's R8 Spyder has been available only with the 5.2–litre V10 FSI engine — but a V8–powered model has just come onto the market. The engine is the new–generation 4.2–litre FSI EU5 V8.
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CLASSIC LIFE
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Aquariva by Gucci
"Over the decades, the iconic Riva boat has become without doubt one of the most evocative images of Italian style, sophistication and elegance." So says Gucci's Creative Director, Frida Giannini.
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10.09. — 12.09.
Weekend of Automobile Excellence of Reims, France
11.09. — 12.09.
Fairfield County Concours d'Elegance, USA
14.09. — 14.09.
H&H Classic Auctions, UK
17.09. — 19.09.
Goodwood Revival 2010, UK
21.09. — 26.09.
2° Giro d'Italia, Italy
24.09. — 26.09.
The Spa Six Hours, Belgium
25.09. — 25.09.
Historics at Brooklands Auction, UK
02.10. — 02.10.
Coys Auction, UK
22.10. — 22.10.
H&H Classic Auctions, UK
25.10. — 26.10.
Barons Auction, UK
27.10. — 27.10.
RM 'Automobiles of London' Auction, UK
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Ferrari 612 Scaglietti F1s HGTS
Colour Nero Daytona
Interior colour Nero
Mileage 30.256 km / 18.800 mi
Drive RHD
Year 6/2006
Price 99.950 GBP
Location St Albans, UK
H.R. Owen Sports Cars Ferrari - St. Albans
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Jaguar E-type SI 4.2 Series 1 Fixed Head Coupé
Colour Opalescent Silver Grey
Interior colour Red
Mileage 53.792 km / 33.425 mi
Drive RHD
Year 1966
Price 99.950 GBP
Location London, UK
Hexagon Classics
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