Bentley Cardiff

Welcome to Bentley Cardiff

As Dealer Principal of Bentley Cardiff, I am very proud to present to you our very own Bentley dedicated team of professionals, we are totally committed to providing Cardiff Magazine, which I hope will give you an insight into our dealership and also all the the highest possible standards in sales, servicing and parts, befitting latest company and manufacturer news. of this unique marque.

There is much to talk about at the moment, as Bentley Motors will soon have the most I do hope you enjoy browsing through the magazine and find its varied and exciting model line-up in its long and colourful history, with the newly launched contents interesting. In the meantime, I very much look forward to Continental GTV8 Coupé and Continental GTV8 Convertible. seeing you at our showroom in the not too distant future.

I am also proud to announce that one of our technicians was in the first group to qualify as Master Technician in the United Kingdom. One of our apprentices was also awarded Andrew Ford “Apprentice of the Year” in his final year of qualification. Working with a highly skilled and Dealer Principal

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BENTLEY CARDIFF 5 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL SUPERSPORTS CONVERTIBLE ISR

The Continental Supersports Convertible ISR (Ice Speed Record) The unique appearance of the soft top is design package as a no cost option. The 20” created in the outer layer by a ‘grey’ acrylic 10-spoke Supersports wheels can be specified is the most potent and radically styled Bentley convertible ever. fibre with a semi-transparent ‘metallic look’ in in a vibrant red paint with a diamond turned a twill weave construction. The car’s potent finish to produce a lustrous metallic contrast. performance is further accentuated by 20” The dual-louvered dark bonnet vents, unique Just 100 examples of the ISR will be built at Bentley’s designers have selected three inch, 10-spoke Supersports wheels with a to Supersports models, are complemented by Bentley’s Crewe factory. The Supersports ‘Ice ‘stand-out’ exterior paint colours for the new dark tint finish. red accent surrounds. The extrovert Mulliner Speed Record’ is distinguished by its extrovert convertible: Beluga, Quartzite and, fittingly, design is completed with a set of bold of and muscular design cues that reinforce the Arctica White. These colours are complemented For those customers seeking to accentuate Supersports ISR graphics that run down both uncompromising performance of this extreme by a Dark Grey Metallic soft top with Bentley’s the high performance credentials of the car flanks of the car. Bentley convertible. refined three-ply composite construction. further, Bentley offers a special ISR Mulliner

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Service & Repair INSPIRATIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN.

When you aspire to have the best in comfort and style Regular maintenance is vital in order to preserve the performance and condition of your Bentley or Crewe-built Rolls-Royce. Our factory-trained technicians offer on your journey, why compromise when you reach an uncompromising standard of skill and attention to detail and will only ever your destination. fit genuine parts. With access to the latest diagnostic equipment and technical support from the factory in Crewe, you can rest assured that your vehicle will be Visit our award winning Cardiff Showroom and one of maintained in peak condition.

our inspirational designers, led by Lesley Taylor BIID, can Please note, we recommend that a service is carried out by an Authorised Bentley help you achieve the perfect interior. Alternatively, we can Dealer either annually or at every 10,000 miles/16,000 km.* discuss your requirements in the comfort of your home. *Which ever is sooner

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Bentley A4 ad Oct11.indd 1 12/10/2011 09:25 Fixed Price Servicing from only £649* Servicing is integral to maintaining your vehicle’s performance, safety and reliability so an annual inspection is vital. In addition to the range of maintenance and repair options we offer, we are now pleased to announce the introduction of Fixed Price Servicing, making it even easier to look after your car.

This new programme offers the full recommended Each service includes:- The service book for your vehicle will also be endorsed and system of your vehicle. As your local dealer, Bentley service for your Continental Series* from the with our official Bentley Dealer stamp, maintaining we have direct access to factory support, the latest fourth year onward at a competitive, fixed price. Oil and filter change, replacement of dust and pollen the integrity of the service history. As each service diagnostic equipment and factory trained technicians, filters, wiper blades, key fob batteries and a full is tailored to the specific model, mileage and year of who better to guarantee the ongoing maintenance of 40,000 Miles or 4 Years** = £1,399*** diagnostic test and report. In addition, checks of the manufacture, the actual content will vary, so please your vehicle? 50,000 Miles or 5 Years** (up to 06 MY) = £649*** brake pads and discs, brake fluid level, suspension, contact our service department for full details. 50,000 Miles or 5 Years** (06 MY onwards) = £1,429*** steering, fuel system, cooling system and hoses is also 60,000 Miles or 6 Years = £1,199*** undertaken. Further tests and checks are carried out on Only your local Authorised Bentley Dealer can truly 70,000 Miles or 7 Years = £649*** look after your vehicle, and whilst there may be other * Available in the UK for Continental Series vehicles registered between all exterior and interior lighting, internal warning lamps 1st January 2004 onwards 80,000 Miles or 8 Years = £1,399*** and the vehicle’s on board diagnostic system, including outlets that claim to provide a service, only the Bentley ** In accordance with the manufacturer stated service schedule a report on the tyre pressure monitor battery status. network fully understands the intricate components *** Prices include all labour, parts, oil, consumables and VAT at the current rate of 20%

BENTLEY CARDIFF 13 Wales’ Largest Independent Furniture Store

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Bentley Roadside Assistance can be contacted on the following numbers: UK +44 (0)800 777 105 Continental Europe (including Republic of Ireland) +33 472 436 639

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DEFINITELY MAKEPEACE With more than 60 years car manufacturing experience at our Crewe factory we are able to provide our authorised dealer network with access to over 50,000 genuine akepeace Cabinetmaking has been creating exceptional bespoke The company employs some of the finest craftsmen in the industry, with parts for cars from 1955 to current day. All parts are covered with a comprehensive Mfurniture for every room in the home and office since 1975. an exceptional ability to make furniture to the highest quality and design. 2-year, unlimited mileage warranty. Each part, designed and manufactured to the The portfolio of work undertaken is limitless from kitchen furniture Gordon Wide, workshop manager and cabinetmaker with over 30 years original specification, is quality approved to the highest standards to help maintain to complimentary interior doors and skirting boards. In fact they can experience says “Every job is different and always a challenge. We take the provenance of your vehicle. make just about anything using quality hardwoods. enormous pride in what we do and enjoy working with the customers on their project and have great satisfaction in seeing the finished end results”. Without doubt, commissioning a bespoke piece of furniture is by far the best way to create furniture which is unique and a pleasure to have With the wealth of experience available to all its clients, Makepeace believe in your home. that commissioning a piece of furniture will not only be an investment, but will give many years of pleasure, providing the owner with something What sets Makepeace apart from other companies? Makepeace take beautiful to be treasured. The company takes pride in the fact that a lot of pride in both the quality of their furniture and the personal service they work comes from returning clients and recommendations. In fact, when offer. It does not take long to appreciate how well made their furniture people see the furniture they know from the quality and design that it is is. They strive to achieve complete customer satisfaction throughout ‘Definitely Makepeace’. the process, from design to installation. The first stage of the process is to explore and investigate all the options available. There will be a consultation with a professional For further information contact: designer at the showroom or at the client’s home, where plenty of time is spent discussing requirements and design ideas. This personal Matthew Williams service also gives an opportunity for people to find out more about Makepeace Cabinetmaking Ltd. the company, see the workshops and get a deeper understanding of Derw Mill how furniture is made. Pentrecwrt “Clients sometimes have a clear idea of their requirements from the Llandysul beginning; however often we will suggest an idea that may not originally Carmarthenshire have occurred to them. It’s my job to help people realise the potential of a SA44 5DB design concept and how it can be applied” 01559 362322 Matthew Williams BA(Hons) MSc Furniture Designer www.makepeace-furniture.com The next stage is to create design proposals and communicate with the client through drawings, models and samples. It is important that clients understand and visualize these ideas. Once a final design and price has been agreed upon, the making process begins. Clients are encouraged to visit the workshops to see their commission being made.

BENTLEY CARDIFF 17 commissioned by Bentley and on display for workmanship in expertly producing the THE NEW CONTINENTAL GTC PREVIEWS AT this day only. canapés and serving them to the guests along BENTLEY CARDIFF with a glass of Classic Ruinart Champagne Guests enjoyed a menu of canapés devised by from the world’s oldest champagne house. Guests of Bentley Cardiff were present at cars; sharpened, refined and progressive Michelin-starred chef Angela Hartnett, MBE, the first unveiling of the Continental GT it promises an extraordinary open-top and produced locally by the Cardiff and Vale Andrew Ford, Dealer Principal, commented Convertible at its showroom in Cardiff experience. College’s hospitality department. “The preview was a great success and recently. presented a donation to the students and staff The scene was set with a fantastic back Chefs Kevin Farilie, Jo Harding and Joyce of Cardiff and Vale College to help towards The new Continental GTC was officially drop of beautifully hand crafted lights by Harvey along with Head of Department Alan their future field trips”. launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in the acclaimed sculpture Bruce Munro. In Ackerman were delighted with their students’ September. The Continental GTC has made addition, this stunning convertible has been it one of Bentley’s most eagerly awaited immortalised in six paintings, especially

BENTLEY CARDIFF 19 NEW CONTINENTAL GTC V8

A NEW BENTLEY ENGINE EARNS ITS WINGS

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Although closely related to the GT, the Continental GTC V8 has its own distinct character. Those iconic Bentley features of dominant bonnet line, prominent matrix grille and twin large inner headlamps confirm its pedigree, while the wide track and four-square stance emphasise the performance focus of an all-wheel drive supercar. Financial Planning with Clarity and Integrity

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At the rear, wrap-around lamps accentuate the low, wide proportions, flanking a distinctive Bentley ‘double- horseshoe’ boot lid with a spoiler on its upper edge.

Distinguishing features for the V8 model include a red enamel winged ‘B’ badge, gloss black grille with bright chrome surround, three-segment front bumper and the ‘figure eight’ tailpipes at the rear.

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NEW CONTINENTAL GTC V8

To call the Continental GTC V8 a convertible understates its capabilities. It is both a sensational open tourer when the weather permits and a practical year- round proposition, as well insulated and refined as a coupé thanks to its four-layer roof.

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Accessories

A range of tastefully designed and purposeful accessories are available to further personalise the appearance of your Bentley. Our accessories are approved by Bentley Engineering, with superior quality and durability guaranteed.

We offer accessories that complement each model in the Bentley range from sports alloy wheels to safety items including child seats.

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Welcome to the New International Concert Series, bringing you a programme of international Orchestras, Conductors and Soloists.

Classical Music at its very best from the National Concert Hall of Wales!! International CYFRES O GYNGHERDDAU CONCERT SERIES Rhyngwladol Leading UK orchestra, City of London Sinfonia, perform at St David’s Hall on Tuesday 7 February, 7.30pm as part of the International Concerts Series. Scott of the Antarctic Centenary concert is a • Friday 27 January 2012 | 7:30pm partnership between the orchestra and the Scott Polar Research ORCHESTRA OF WELSH NATIONAL OPERA/CERDDORFA OPERA CENEDLAETHOL Institute (SPRI) and forms part of the Scott 100 Festival of Events CYMRU 2012. Chaslin This concerts seeks to retell the inspiring human story behind • Tuesday 7 February 2012 | 7:30pm Chaslin London Sinfonia this epic expedition to the South Pole through music, words and SCOTT OF THE ANTARCTIC CENTENARY CONCERT photography, and features excerpts from Vaughan Williams’ film CITY OF LONDON SINFONIA score Scott of the Antarctic, interwoven with moving readings Layton from Captain Robert Falcon Scott’s expedition diary and letters. The iconic music of Vaughan Williams’ Symphony No. 7 (Sinfonia • Friday 17 February 2012 | 7:30pm Antartica) will also be performed, alongside stunning projections of RUSSIAN STATE PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Polianski/Lomeiko Lomeiko Salonen expedition photographs by Herbert Ponting, now digitally restored in high definition. • Friday 16 March 2012 | 7:30pm PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA At the heart of the programme is the world premiere of a new work Salonen/Siirala by British composer Cecilia McDowall, entitled Seventy Degrees • Thursday 29 March 2012 | 7:30pm Below Zero. Featuring leading British tenor Robert Murray, the piece ORCHESTRE NATIONAL DU CAPITOLE sets McDowall’s music to words by poet Seán Street, who uses as DE TOULOUSE Siirala Sokhiev his inspiration entries in Scott’s expedition journals. Sokhiev/Ibragimova • Friday 27 April 2012 | 7:30pm This is a real International programme indeed as St David’s Hall ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS OF WELSH welcomes Russian splendour from the Russian State Philharmonic NATIONAL OPERA/CERDDORFA A Orchestra on Friday 17 February at 7.30pm. Then there is French CHORWS OPERA CENEDLAETHOL CYMRU finesse from the Orchestre National du Capitole de Toulouse on Koenigs/Chorus of WNO/WNO Community Koenigs Soar Thursday 29 March at 7.30pm. Under their principal conductor, Choir/Soar Tugan Sokhiev they perform Debussy’s evocation of the heavy golden • Thursday 3 May 2012 | 7:30pm shimmering heart of afternoon; Saint – Saens Third Violin Concerto, THE TALLIS SCHOLARS performed by rising star Alina Ibragimova and Rachmaninov’s final Phillips masterpiece, The Symphonic Dances. • Friday 11 May 2012 | 7:30pm ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Two internationally renowned conductors return to the ICS Series The Tallis Scholars Ashkenazy Kempf Cardiff, Vladimir Ashkenazy and Esa-Pekka Salonen return with the • Tuesday 22 May 2012 | 7:30pm Philharmonia Orchestra on Friday 16 March and Tuesday 22 May at PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA For up to the minute news 7.30pm. and regular updates - Ashkenazy/Pogostkina Facebook.com/stdavidshall Twitter.com/stdavidshall Freddy Kempf’s Beethoven marathon continues in e3188 this, SDH ICS 297the x 210 Bentleysecond 21/12/2011 16:12 Page 1 POGOSTKINA concert with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra on Friday 11 May at 7.30pm. In this concert Kempf conducts from piano the 4th and www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk/ics 2 011/ 2012 5th concerto, regarded as the two most audacious and best loved Box Ofﬁce / Swyddfa Docynnau pieces. 029 2087 8444 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk To book tickets for any concert in the ICS Series please contact St David’s Hall box-office on02920 878444 or click on

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32 BENTLEY CARDIFF We sell specialist vehicles. Example of 8 Litre Bentley Limousine

Bentley Cardiff is proud to be Wales’ largest retailer of specialist and luxury vehicles – including Ferrari, Aston Martin, Lamborghini, Porsche, Rolls-Royce and BMW.

Please contact our sales team on +44 (0) 2920 347950 or [email protected] or visit www.bentleycardiff.co.uk for details of our current stock.

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Premium and luxury vehicles are also bought for cash, we are constantly looking to buy the following vehicles up to 5 years and 50,000 miles:

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CREATING THE MOST POWERFUL BENTLEY ROAD CAR EVER, MEANT PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES OF 21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY

The result is an all-wheel drive supercar that is faster and more agile than any Bentley built for the road. Available as a two-seater coupé or four-seater convertible, its muscular exterior and distinctive interior styling is unmistakably Bentley in its design and craftsmanship. This is a car created through the continuing desire to reach new limits. The Continental Supersports represents a perfect relationship between engineering and design with the enhanced iconic GT looks reflecting and heightening the supercar performance. The fastest, most powerful Bentley ever.

BENTLEY CARDIFF 37 Davies Motor Company Hadfeild Close, Cardiff CF11 8BD Tel; 02902 394407

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Davies Motor Company has a history spanning over 37 years in the Body Repair industry, created by Alvyn Davies a modest but busy business running out of a unit in the Riverside area of Cardiff. Alvyn always had a passion for Cars, particulary Bentleys, It was always in the business plan and asprations of the family run business,to become Bentley approved. What is your favourite Bentley?

Today DMC are the only approved Body Repair Company for Bentley Cardiff in Wales. A proud achievment made I took my staff to visit the Bentley Factory which was a great experience, there they have a museum and I saw by Alvyns prediserssor and son, Sean Davies and his team. Sean shares his dads passion for fine vehicles and an:Exp 2 which is the oldest Bentley, a super charged 4 1/2 litre blower, which was driven by Mr Walter Owen has a meticulous approach to Body Repair, Seans constant strive for perfection is shared by his highly Trained Bentley himself, and awsome car. and skilled Staff, who only turn out the highest standard of workmanship, that only a Bently vehicle desrves. What Challenges do you face repairing a Bentley to any other vehicle? Today DMC runs out of an impressive building based off Hadfield Road conviently less than half a mile away from the Bentley Cardiff Dealership, Sean has built up a close working realtionship with Richard Welch the after Sales Our biggest challenge is negotiating with the insurance companies regarding the time that is needed to repair a Manager at the dealership, Richards testimonial on the companys website says it all. Bentley.

“We only reccommend DMC to our customers as they are a proffessional run family business who always gives What are the negatives to becoming Bentley approved? us a high standard of workmanship” I can honestly say I cant think of any apart from there are not enough on the road, but then again if they were Sean Davies (Managing Director) they wouldnt be so desirable. Davies Motor Company What are your plans for the future? Here Sean Explains why being Bentley approved is such a great acolate to behold. Our plans for the future is to continue to strive for excellence, to maintain staff training to Bentley standards and stay one step ahead in the game. How long have you been Bentley approved? 7 Years

What does it mean to you to be Bentley approved?

Becoming the only approved repairer in Wales means that we have risen to a standard that is both agreed and acceptable by Bentley,which for us as a company,means that we could not reach a higher pinnicle of standard within our work, although that doesnt make us complacent it only makes us continue to work towards maintaining that standard.

What special skills / requirments are required to becoming Bentley approved?

The skills that are required are to be highly trained and proffessional in carrying out repairs, All our staff attend training days which are organised by Bentley, although we invest in our staff to attend other courses inorder to maintain skills. The requirments are to invest in equitpment that Bentley advise we use, in order to stay ahead with the current technology that is being invested in Bentley vehicles.

What could a Bentley Customer expect from DMC?

From the inital contact a customer will always recieve an excellent customer service, followed by an accurate and quick estimate,We will handle contact with the insurance company and complete the repair/s to the highstandard of finish, possible, we only use quality paint and materials, at Davies Motor Company we treat all customers equally regardless of their car status. Catering The well-equipped kitchens of The Barn at West Farm can create and serve a menu designed exactly to your tastes. For large events, we'll coordinate the services of reputable caterers, whether for a casual T: +44(0)1656 880465 barbecue or more formal dining. www.barnatwestfarm.com When not in private hire, Legends café bar is often open to the public - serving a selection of home-made food, locally sourced where possible. Welcome to The Barn at West Farm - a unique venue for Rustic bar - oak beams and a flag stoned floor, the epitome The fare includes freshly prepared sandwiches and light bites, delicious private and corporate hospitality. Here, the spacious of a cosy snug bar. Food can be served here, as well as a full cakes from nearby Ewenny, speciality teas and coffees, and a large outbuildings of a traditional Welsh farmhouse have been range of wines, spirits, beers and beverages. selection of wines, spirits and beers. tastefully converted to the highest standards of refinement. Private cinema - a comfortable auditorium for conferences, Accommodation The location is spectacular. Situated in the charming village seminars, lectures, training sessions, film shows and other The Glamorgan Heritage Coast boasts a number of hotels and guest of Southerndown, The Barn at West Farm stands on the cliffs presentations. The room accommodates up to 40 delegates houses - we'll be happy to arrange local overnight accommodation that of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast, with panoramic views over and is fully equipped with audio-visual, computer and IT best suits your needs. And The Barn at West Farm maintains a guest the Bristol Channel to the low hills of North Devon. The systems. suite for the bride and groom on that special night. famous coastal path, 26 miles from Porthcawl to Sully, passes the very gate of West Farm, above the sandy beaches Outdoors - spacious, uncluttered lawns provide ample room Getting to The Barn at West Farm of the Golden Coast. for marquees and outdoor catering that can typically Southerndown is on the B4524, between Ogmore by Sea and St Bride's accommodate 300 guests or more. Major. A ten minute drive from Southerndown through the scenic Individuality is the essence of The Barn experience: comfort, delights of the Vale of Glamorgan takes you to Bridgend, the M4 convenience and the enjoyment of guests are the Events motorway, and the national rail network. Reliable taxi services operate cornerstones of our service. Licensed bars and café, a private Wedding ceremonies to live music, business conferences to between Bridgend and West Farm. auditorium, spacious lawns and outdoor seating - all can be product launches, The Barn at West Farm hosts events of all dressed to create an exclusive event tailored to your needs. kinds: The international airport at Cardiff is less than 20 miles from Friendly and helpful staff and the stunning vista create an Southerndown, and Bristol International Airport is a 90-minute drive. For unrivalled atmosphere that make The Barn at West Farm the wedding ceremonies and receptions executive travel, the Cardiff-based helicopter hire company Veritair can only venue of its kind in Wales. family celebrations land at West Farm. Facilities at The Barn parties and private functions For bookings or any other information, please contact Legends - a sophisticated café bar, themed to evoke the conferences [email protected] great days of Hollywood. Images of fabled stars peer down training and seminars on dark wood and leather, slate tiles, and exquisite fittings of chrome, steel and glass - modern, but with a subtle nod to board meetings and AGMs the art deco of a bygone age. product launches film shows When not in private hire, Legends is open to the public - on weekends in the winter months and from Wednesday to music recitals and concerts Sunday for the rest of the year. Legends is also the setting televised sporting events for live performances, including the popular monthly jazz nights. plays exhibitions THE NEW CONTINENTAL GT V8

BENTLEY CARDIFF 43 THE NEW CONTINENTAL GT V8

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The clues are there. The dark mesh radiator grille, ringed by bright metal. The aggressive lower bumper with its three air intakes. The dark rear valance, with its twin exhaust tailpipes shaped into an elongated, side- on figure eight. And one further small, but significant detail: a red enamel Bentley winged ‘B’. These are the tell-tale signs of an all-new Bentley, powered by a 4.0 litre V8 engine.

From the distinctive backbeat of its eight cylinders at idling speed to the glorious snarl of full-throttle acceleration, the new V8 offers an exhilarating, involving and passionate route to Bentley Continental ownership. All-wheel drive and an eight-speed transmission transmit its power to the road with unshakable precision. This is a Bentley that can both stir the soul or calm the spirit, according to the mood of the driver or the conditions.

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A new 8-speed transmission delivers faster, smoother gear changes, and accounts for 6% of the total 40% efficiency gain achieved by the new V8. Its greater number of ratios ensures that the engine is always working at its most efficient gearing.

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BENTLEY CARDIFF 51 WHEELS AND WINGS WITH BENTLEY CARDIFF Andrew Ford, Dealer Principal, said: “The glorious sunshine showed off the Cotswolds and the beautiful Bentleys to perfection and our guests were also treated to a luxury buffet lunch.

A select group of VIP guests were treated to a day of ‘wheels and wings’ courtesy “The day was a tremendous success, enabling everyone to explore the racing capabilities of of Bentley Cardiff. the cars and learn how to harness the power and agility of these sporting thoroughbreds.”

Thirty customers indulged in a special event at Cotswold Airport, near Cirencester, Bentley Cardiff, located in Penarth Road, offers a range of services to maintain the power where they were able to put the magnificent Bentley Supersports through its and performance of Bentley cars – with a special personal touch. paces on a 1.5 mile runway. The highly skilled and dedicated team demonstrate a level of pride echoed through every The guests also had an opportunity to take their choice of the Bentley range for a stage of service, preserving the legend of the unique Bentley marque. scenic drive around the spectacular Cotswolds countryside, and get a closer look at the Supersports, new GT and a marvellous Mulsanne. For further information on Bentley Cardiff, please call: 02920 347 950 or visit: www.cardiff.bentleymotors.com What’s more, they were able to satisfy their desire for thrills by racing land hovercrafts, view a collection of vintage aircraft including a tour of a Boeing 747, and were entertained by an aerobatic demonstration.

BENTLEY CARDIFF 53 Continental Flying Spur Speed

Introducing the Continental Flying Spur Speed, a sumptuous and spacious four-door Grand Tourer with the heart and soul of the most breathtaking high-performance coupé in the world. A harder edged and sportier feel with tauter handling and nimble steering response. New levels of performance echoed by more purposeful design cues all around. A different personality altogether. With a top speed of 200mph the Continental Flying Spur Speed is the fastest four-door Bentley, offering unparalleled levels of agility and driver engagement, whilst uncompromising drive performance and comfort.

BENTLEY CARDIFF 55 Last year’s event took place at The Royal Porthcawl Golf Club on 29th September and A GOLF DAY WITH BENTLEY CARDIFF saw Tre-Gib Comprehensive School presented with a wheelchair accessible mini bus by Taverners Wales Region Chairman, Ed Meggitt. Lord Taverners Swing into action at the annual golf day, sponsored by Bentley Cardiff. A special thank you to the Bentley Cardiff staff who attended the day and to all Bentley Cardiff customers and guests who help raise £2000, just on the raffle, auction prizes and The Lord’s Taverners, Wales Region got into the swing for its annual Ian Spratling donations. Memorial Golf Day which promised to raise thousands of pounds to help children with special needs get involved with sport.

BENTLEY CARDIFF 57 Mulsanne

While paying homage to past Bentley greats, the brief for the Mulsanne’s design and engineering teams was to create a Bentley that represents the pinnacle of British luxury motoring.

The Mulsanne, designed and engineered at Crewe from the ground- up, reaffirms the marque’s intent to create a new flagship Bentley with refined performance, unparalleled levels of interior luxury and coach building skills to the fore.

The Mulsanne name underlines Bentley’s sporting heritage and passion for power and speed. Nothing reflects that prowess better than the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours race. Bentley has enjoyed success on six occasions at Le Mans, where its powerful and reliable race cars have thundered down the long straight into the famous Mulsanne corner, from which the model takes its name.

BENTLEY CARDIFF 59 BENTLEY MULSANNE – THE ART OF COLOUR

Exacting standards of craftsmanship and At each tank the shell is immersed before being technology are employed by Bentley’s body tipped fore and aft to ensure that every single assembly team to create the new Mulsanne’s crevice is reached. Once drained, the bodyshell is distinctive, hand-crafted ‘hewn from solid’ lowered into an electro-coating tank, where power appearance. But this is just a precursor to is increased to 320 volts, attracting particles- the painstaking attention to detail afforded to in-solution which deposit on the charged, metal Bentley’s new 4-door flagship in the paint facility bodywork to form, in conjunction with the at the company’s headquarters in Crewe, England. phosphate, a hard protective shell of corrosion- proof zinc primer. The new Mulsanne will be offered in no fewer than 115 ‘standard colours’ and that is just the start From this point, the judgement and skill of of the story – because, like every grand Bentley Bentley’s craftsmen come to the fore. A two-coat – the only real limit on the colour of the car is the primer is applied by hand, ready for the colour- customer’s imagination. of-choice to be applied. Each primed body is minutely inspected, sanded – or flatted – using Once the bare metal, pre-production Mulsanne a combination of hand and power tools. Only bodyshell arrives at the paint shop via the when the primer coat is flawless will the colour automated overhead gantry, it passes through a basecoat be applied, again by hand, to achieve series of full-immersion tanks, designed first to the optimum finish. Clear lacquer coats are then de-grease, then in turn to clean, condition, rinse, applied robotically followed by final polishing for a phosphate and passivate the steel and aluminium perfectionist finish and detailed inspection in the structure. specialist bays created for the Mulsanne. >>

BENTLEY CARDIFF 61 But if the lacquer can be applied by robotics, why extensive portfolio, Walton says the skills of the not the colour? Dave Walton of the Mulsanne team are always evolving. Satin in particular can’t bespoke paint shop explains: be locally reworked and polished, so even the most miniscule imperfection means the entire “Different colours have markedly different panel is refinished. characteristics and your perception of a colour’s shade changes according to how deep the However, Bentley’s craftsmen are eagerly coat is. Then there’s the fact that no two expert awaiting the moment the Mulsanne goes into full sprayers would apply that colour basecoat in production according to Walton: exactly the same way. You learn to trust each craftsman’s eyes and skills, not just the process. “We’ve been asked to match a paint finish to a cherished nail polish, a 50-year old classic “It takes many months of in-depth training for a Bentley and on one occasion a shade of turquoise quality control inspector to learn how to identify on a food mixer for our Arnage, Brooklands and defects that an owner might never notice, yet each Azure customers. But even with over a hundred one will be rectified, even if this means sending ‘standard colours’ to choose from we’re still it around the entire process again. We always looking forward to that first commission to create operate way above customer expectations of a bespoke colour from scratch and execute it quality.” perfectly.”

With the introduction of new satin paint finishes and two-tone colour schemes to Bentley’s

BENTLEY CARDIFF 63 AN UNBROKEN LINE World of the Bentley Designer uncovered at new exhibition

Bentley’s Design team are offering a rare take shape both through computer virtualization opportunity to take a glimpse inside the usually and sophisticated full-scale clay models. They secret and closed world of their studios and follow also provide an insight into how they employ the development of a Bentley from the first sketch state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques such right through to the moment it sweeps through as aluminium superforming, adapted from the the factory gates. aerospace industry, to shape the metal into the complex but clean lines that define the new The ‘An Unbroken Line’ exhibition – just unveiled Continental GT. Favoloso specialise in beautiful contemporary Italian furniture tailored to your requirements. See our range of at Bentley’s Crewe headquarters – follows the inspirational bedroom, lounge, dining and study furniture. compelling story of creativity and exacting As well as capturing how the modern Bentley technical precision behind the creation of the designer combines inspiration with technology latest Bentleys including the Continental GT and – the exhibition also captures key moments of Mulsanne. the company’s lineage and the unbroken line of signature characteristics that define a Bentley to Many of the very first drawings for the new this day. Whether it is the particular shape and Fifth Dimension Interior Solutions Ltd | First Floor Unit 7 | Waterside Business Park Continental GT, including concepts consigned to positioning of the headlights, the use of inverted Lamby Way | Cardiff | CF3 2EQ the studio archives, are being shown publicly for needles on the dashboard or the pronounced the first time. The designers offer a step-by-step ‘powerlines’ that sweep down the flanks of the guide as to how the interior and exterior styles car – the language of design comes to life. >> Tel: 02920 796195 | 07528 005748

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BENTLEY CARDIFF 65 Dirk van Braeckel, Bentley’s Director of Design Right at the heart of the exhibition – illustrating and Styling, explains: the art of designers both past and present – are some of the finest examples of the cars that have “What I particularly like about the exhibition is the made Bentley famous for over 90 years. sheer number and variety of interesting objects we’ve been able to bring together for the very first The new Continental GT and Mulsanne line- time, it is quite a collection. It is also fascinating to up alongside some classic and rare Bentley’s see just how talented the early Bentley designers including Woolf Barnato’s exquisite 1930 ‘Blue really were - the beauty of their concept sketches Train’ Speed Six Coupe which has been especially and sheer precision of their technical drawings shipped in from America by a friend of the still inspires my own team to this day.” company. The car is renowned for its sleek and revolutionary Gurney Nutting coachwork and is Whilst designing the next new Bentley is serious also famous for winning one of the most intriguing work and a sizeable investment – the exhibition wagers in motoring history when Barnato, a Le also highlights the lighter side of factory life with Mans-winning driver, drove all the way back to some design folklore. The slightly strange world London from the south of France before his friend of ‘Teddy Bear Ears,’ the ‘Bentley Bat Cave’ and reached Calais on ‘Le Train Bleu.’ ‘Dame Ednas’ are explained and there is the opportunity to see how the designers have turned ‘An Unbroken Line’ will be based at Bentley’s their hand to creating beautiful and bespoke Headquarters in Crewe throughout 2011. accessories with other luxury partners like Breitling and Tibaldi.

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Bond is back, and as ever he is sporting the best Dubai Festival City. Bond’s new Continental GT in luxury cars. In the pages of Carte Blanche, the certainly suits his character, with a fabled 6.0-litre, new James Bond book by international best- W12, twin-turbo engine capable of producing 567 selling author Jeffery Deaver, the fictional British bhp and 516 lb-ft of torque. spy has continued with his classic preference of luxury sports car by selecting the breathtaking While James Bond’s new car may be better suited new Bentley Continental GT as his transport of for a secret agent in understated tones, the author choice. of the book admired a less inconspicuous model. Set in stunning white with a blood-red interior, the Carte Blanche is due to be published by Hodder new Continental GT mixes svelte good looks with and Stoughton in the UK on May 26, a few days power, poise and exceptional prowess. The hand- before the anniversary of Fleming’s birthday. stitched leather interior contains all the high-tech It has been commissioned by Ian Fleming gadgetry Bond could ever need. And with the Publications Ltd. famed sound dampening that only lets through the captivating sound of the wonderful engine, The book is partly set in Dubai, which is where the cabin provides a true Quantum of Solace for the author and the new Bond car have been Fleming’s jet-setting gentleman spy. >> spotted, outside the InterContinental Hotel in

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Jeffery Deaver sampled the stunning vehicle on his famous spy would choose nothing less than the recent visit to the Emirates, where he commented, scintillating performance and second-to-none “I’m really excited about being back in Dubai. It is quality of the classic luxury car. For kitchens and bedrooms an inspirational and awe-inspiring city and makes a perfect Bond location—especially for a novel Jeffery Deaver has written 28 novels and sold as individual as you. that pushes our hero to new extremes.” more than 20m books worldwide. He is best known for his Kathryn Dance and Lincoln Rhyme Regarding the book’s title, which was revealed in books, most notably The Bone Collector, which January, Deaver added: “In the world of espionage, was adapted for film in 1999, starring Denzel giving an agent carte blanche on a mission comes Washington and Angelina Jolie. Before becoming with an enormous amount of trust and constantly a full-time author, Deaver was a journalist, tests both personal and professional judgement. like Fleming, and attorney. He started writing Part of the nonstop suspense in the novel is the suspense novels on the long commute to and looming question of what is acceptable in matters from his office on Wall Street. His books are now of national and international security. Are there translated into 25 languages and he lives in North lines that even James Bond should not cross?” Carolina.

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BENTLEY SUPERSPORTS SHATTERS WORLD SPEED RECORD ON SHEET ICE Phone WH Ireland Rally champion, Juha Kankkunen achieves 205.48 mph (330.695 km/h) in extreme Bentley convertible

Finland’s four-time world rally dangerous crosswinds on champion Juha Kankkunen the 16.5km track on a 70cm- drove a Bentley Continental thick layer of sea ice. The Supersports convertible on record attempt was driven the hazardous frozen waters on a 1000m long measured of the Baltic Sea, off the coast distance with the speed of Finland, at a breathtaking certified by officials from the 205.48 mph (330.695 km/h) Finland Traffic Police. His to set a new world speed new world record was based record on ice. on the average of two runs WH Ireland is a leading player in the EIS sector. Investments in EIS issues can give up to 58% tax relief to higher in opposite directions with Kankkunen was in irresistible form with his all- measured speeds ratified by a representative of rate tax payers. Call WH Ireland on 0161 832 2174 or email Barrie Tyler at [email protected] wheel drive, 6-litre, 12-cylinder Continental The Guinness Book of Records. to find out how you could reduce your tax bill and help kick start the British economy. Supersports convertible which, in line with the Company’s CO2 strategy, ran on biofuel. The “The last time, I narrowly missed the magical 200 world’s fastest soft top enabled Juha to shatter mph mark in a Continental GT. When I heard about his own 2007 world ice speed record of 199.83 the Supersports I was determined to go record mph (321.6 km/h) set in the Continental GT at the breaking again with the Bentley Boys. This time, same location. with over 600bhp under the bonnet, a Quickshift transmission and the security of the all-wheel www.wh-ireland.co.uk With the help of his own experienced team and drive system, the Supersports convertible was Bentley engineers, Kankkunen overcame the the perfect car to go for the record.” Kankkunen WH Ireland Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of WH Ireland Group plc, is a member of the London Stock Exchange and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. challenges of temperatures as low as minus 30 said. “200mph came up after 5km on sheet ice. Tax rates and reliefs both current and future are not certain and the amount may change. The amount of tax relief available to any individual may fall below the amount indicated. Potential investors should degrees, sudden snow blizzards and potentially >> consult their tax advisor or other financial advisors prior to making any investment. This advertisement does not constitute tax advice.

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Then it was just a question of getting everything Supersports Convertible was fuelled with E85 right in the timing zone and hoping the snow kept bioethanol rather than petrol (gasoline). All away. There’s nothing to beat driving a Bentley models in the Continental range are capable of at these speeds; the conditions may be perilous running on petrol (gasoline), E85 bioethanol or but the car responds so well to the slightest any combination of the two. adjustment which gives you the confidence to and much more... push even harder.” Wolfgang Dürheimer, Bentley’s new Chairman and Chief Executive, said “The ice speed record As with the previous record-breaking drive in the is an amazing feat by Juha Kankkunen, whose Continental GT the Anglo-Finnish team used a skill and courage in extreme conditions truly make car with minimum modification. A fully-welded, him one of the modern-day Bentley Boys. We heavy-duty safety roll-cage, along with Pirelli will be celebrating this achievement with a very winter tyres (Pirelli SottoZero II 275/40R20) and special ‘extreme’ Bentley, which will be the most a rear bumper-mounted parachute provided powerful model ever to bear the famed Winged B reassurance in case of an emergency. Front emblem.” and rear spoilers provided optimum high speed stability on the treacherous surface. A limited edition of just 100 examples of this most extreme Bentley will be made and the car will To highlight Bentley’s environmental commitment make its global debut at the Geneva Motor Show to sustainable fuel sources, Kankkunen’s on 1st March.

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BENTLEY CARDIFF 81 There is nothing quite like driving a Bentley. There is nothing quite like driving a Bentley on ice…

To celebrate the Bentley world ice speed to exchange your experiences with your fellow record set by Juha Kankkunen last year, Bentley enthusiasts. We hope you will join us we would like to invite you to join us for for this highlight of the2012 Bentley calendar. Bentley Power on Ice 2012. Our exclusive winter adventures allow you to experience for yourself how the all-wheel drive performs In Good Hands. In a Bentley. on snow and smooth ice meaning you’ll really get to know the winter capabilities of a Knowing a Bentley is a superb way to indulge Bentley. Naturally, this is all within a controlled in the spirit of driving. Knowing how the environment, with the guidance of our expert car will react on snow and ice in precarious instructors. We continue with a unique two- situations is another matter. And knowing how day programme, each for a small select you will react yourself is something you have group of Bentley owners, and designed to to experience for yourself.The philosophy fully demonstrate the exceptional poise of the behind Power on Ice is to design a driving Continental GT series in the most adverse programme set in the most inspiring locations, conditions.Of course, you’ll want to unwind that will take you and the car to the limit– after the driving,so we have reserved luxury and safely back again. Our individual and accommodation, and arranged a superb exclusive programme with just two guests combination of local and gourmet cuisine. per car and instructor allows us to tailor the There will be plenty of opportunity to relax activities to your skills and experience. after spending the day on our specially >> prepared frozen lakes and ice test tracks, and

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Learn how to handle such demanding gained skills, knowledge and experience, situationsas slalom, emergency avoidance, and with even more confi dence than before. braking and accel-eration. We will Because you will know the true capabilities of demonstrate the effect of weight transfer your car. on the car’s handling during corner ing, and how to use it to your advantage.A car’s motion and traction is the result of many Drive Hard, Play Hard Tipi Events – “Unique & Inspiring” interacting forces. We will show you how to understand these and to calculate how they We at Tipi Events Ltd are here to provide you with a truly memorable experience Seemingly endless forests covered in snow affect handling. In this way, Bentley makes the and make your event completely unique. We promise to give you and your guests and ice, the vast white landscape alternating unpre- dictable predictable–and controllable. an unforgettable and spectacular setting where ever you desireWe can even supply with mountains, picturesque frozen lakes in Under the guidance of a professional the perfect venue over looking the beautiful, picturesque Chew Valley Lake. clearings, crystal clear and biting cold air instructor sitting beside you, you will develop turning each breath into small white clouds, We can cater for 70 guests seated in one single Giant hat Tipi and for larger a feeling for manoeuvring the Bentley using tracks of wild animals in the snow, utterly gatherings we can join together as many Tipis as you like. To complete your just the accelerator and precise adjustments quiet except the sound of the snow crunching special day we can provide lighting, flooring, furnishings and accessories, a fully of the steering wheel to safely slide the car beneath your shoes. The Lapland programme stocked bar and catering. through loops and fi gure-of-eights.Once you is located near Kuusamo, in the north-eastern The Tipis are a truly dynamic bespoke structure, with stunning interior design and have completed the individual exercises, you corner of the province of Oulo, Finland. Just are a complete, transportable wedding or event package. please drop us an email will be ready to practice and hone your new 60km south of the arctic circle and 40km for more details: [email protected] skills in a number of realistic situations. These west of the Russian border. This is home to situations would be diffi cult enough to master Ruka, an area that has developed into an on dry asphalt, and by managing them on exclusive skiing resort around the Rukatunturi a frozen surface, youwill feel the difference fell. Apart from the un-spoilt hilly countryside made by all-wheel drive, interacting with your within the Ruka area, visitors to this area can own developing experience.Finally, you will also look forward to such perfect moments see how to turn the combination of sheer as the sighting of a reindeer or elk wandering power and technology built into the Bentley through the woods. The seasonal auroras Continental GT to your benefi t–with all the found at this latitude continue to amaze even time and space you need to experiment to the most experienced–visitors and locals your heart’s content.When you have returned alike. Just below the summit of Rukatunturi Tel: 01275 333372 home, think how it will feel to sit behind the is the luxury hotel Ruka Peak, poised on the Fax: 01275 333041 Tipi Events Ltd | Herons Green Farm | Compton Martin |Bristol BS40 6NL www.tipievents.co.uk wheel of your own Bentley. With your newly side of the mountain and overlooking the

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We design and produce beautiful custom made jewellery – sold all over the world from our shop in Penarth, Cardiff. Aided by state of the art CAD technology & combined with traditional jewellery making bench skills, we will create your own individual and unique piece. To ensure you are happy with the design, we will show you a series of 3D images, which you can fine-tune, to enable your one off special piece to be made precisely to your specifications.

Each beautifully packaged item within the Bentley Collection gives you the opportunity to enter the world of Bentley Motors and to celebrate in the prestige of the brand.

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