2022 Bentley Continental GT Speed review. Is this the ultimate Bentley on sale today?

[@TheFarCobra]

“Wondering about the colour” … understatement is not yet a lost art in Britain I see.

[@blairbrown4812]

I certainly don't hate it. The color and the statement.

[@quonston]

It’s godawful!

[@moneyfindersllc6236]

It's the "Footballers Special!!!" 👍👍 🤣🤣🤣

[@deenoc3622]

@@moneyfindersllc6236 my thoughts exactly, aimed at football players. Tbh, if i was a footballer id have one in that colour 🤣

[@WarrenF]

It looks brilliant

[@monkeysa43]

At last someone who doesn’t shout doesn’t have a stupid accent from the middle of the country brilliant videos have subscribed very impressed with your garage

[@PorscheDiddy]

When you mentioned the 'Speed' logo and the '12' it reminded me of the TVR Speed 12.. which I remember seeing in almost the same magenta/purple colour at the time.

[@harrysgarage]

Correct! Damn, I should have mentioned that, next time..

[@edwardbughiuc100]

if you're the pedestrian hit by a two ton bentley , the plastic on the grill is the last of your worries

[@malcolmholmes893]

Ha ha love it... exactly the first thing I thought to

[@ThatRosco458]

Maybe it's the difference between breaking one leg versus both, lol

[@RichardEnglander]

^ this guy doesn't understand British tongue-in-cheek humour

[@Jeffybonbon]

sums up the world we live in I am sure the Kerb you hit after hitting the plastic grill will be plastic too total nonesence

[@NewEra0G]

😂😂😂

[@HR-od9fl]

No matter how many electric cars come out ,I still love a big engine sound ❤️ ,

[@lukespector5550]

Amen, brother!!!

[@thomasisreal5940]

That's that's nice but the pope doesn't care what you love there is an agenda there is an itinerary there is a schedule and if you don't understand what I meant may God be with you and your household 🤷🏽💯😂

[@Billywoo12]

Harry, it’s the consistency and experience of your reviews which make them so meaningful. I’m not sure I would buy another toy without the Harry seal of approval. Don’t mean to grovel!

[@mario20033]

Whart he said....

[@karmadel786]

😂😂

[@salpal3924]

@@karmadel786 g

[@sorenklausbo5685]

Still the most elegant GT on the market, and the most beautiful interior full of buttons (no stupid unnecessary screens!) Great video.

[@mso008]

Totally agree with you. It's just perfect.

[@suttonsplash14]

If I spent 200 grand on a car and the headlights steamed up like that I would be super pissed

[@WJW2272]

You can’t drive while pissed in England anymore!

[@JakeDrives1]

No surprise Bentley is beating sales records. These cars are truly incredible. I feel blessed to have driven the new GTC. They are an impressive feat of engineering that's for sure. I was surprised to see that you were less than infatuated with the "Speed". I have to agree, the example I drove had the V8.. It had a great snarl and was more than enough for my needs. Awesome cars and another great review, Thank you!

[@prideventues]

Harry......your reviews are so incredibly intriguing. You describe the car not as a luxury car but as a incredible motor car with a notable heritage. That is how a true auto journalist would do a review. From the US and never miss your reviews.

[@nickpapagiorgio5056]

That magenta is absolutely stunning with the piano black accents around front end, the piano black grill and trim around the headlights is gorgeous and that magenta really is breathtaking and can not be said enough I personally would like to see a panoramic roof but maybe there is a package with that option. Lovely car for a gentleman

[@MrMarkhall1]

I disagree,I don't like the colour.

[@neutralcorner5950]

Colour is horrid

[@dellhell8842]

Disagree also. To my eyes the side profile is good, but the front grill, front lights and body/wheels colour combo are horrendous.

[@JonathanSmith87]

For anyone not liking the colour, you can choose pretty much any colour you want! And plenty of options available to spec. And no, I don’t work for Bentley (any more)

[@neutralcorner5950]

It’s like something the late Peter Stringfellow would like?!

[@johnmandragon4830]

As a package, this is a deeply deeply desirable thing. I really didn't like the first generation, it got better with a face lift, but this generation is simply lovely.

[@zix_zix_zix]

I agree; the first gen looked a bit round and odd. It lacked the edge of the new gen..

[@nomad6-1]

Also the new one is on the MSB platform shared only with the Porsche Panamera, has the PDK and PDCC (arguably the best commercial gearbox and best anti-roll tech). So yes this is basically a Porsche underneath, which is an extremely good thing, because you can add hundreds of kilos of luxury on top of a great platform and still go round a corner more like a car than a boat

[@nockianlifter661]

One of the older models pulled out on a friend and I when we were riding litre bikes down a bumpy B road. We were about to overtake, but it just powered away and glided over the bumps as if they weren’t there. We couldn’t get close. I’d have hated overtaking it to have it chasing behind us. Proper missile.

[@jonoedwards4195]

Kooks, You Blokes should be on 250s, Ahahhahaha!

[@burthectorcummings6732]

@@jonoedwards4195 even the 250 wouldnt have a chance they'd be like a snail

[@JayFreezy86]

The 911, Testarossa, Countach, F40 and Espada 'red gang' behind you look fantastic Harry.

[@danielstoscup755]

I love how all (most?) of these videos start with a launch at that intersection.👍🏼

[@willardr100]

No one reviews a car like Harry. Easy to take for granted until you think about it [again]. Great stuff, both reviewer and car.

[@jjefferyworboys8138]

Superb build quality. Pleased to learn that 2021 was a great year for Bentley. Great review.

[@erniccl1]

cool,calm and collected as always none of the nonsense noises and giggles you get from the usual KZbin car reviewers..which is downright annoying...

[@CTP1111]

Looks like something one of the spice girls would drive

[@seemezoomin]

Color is show stopping, & those brakes are insane! My top dream 6 figure car, luxury meets sport. Crazy how Bentley posted one of their best years in 2021, but I see why!

[@niklaswejedal463]

That colour reminds me of some of my old Matchbox toy-cars i got as a kid in the 70s - I had quite a few in that exacy shade. A Dastun 280 Z, a Ford Capri and a Ford Mark IV racing car comes to mind...

[@kougerat5388]

Ha ha ha great analogy ! I said the same thing to a neighbour of mine who has an Audi in a metallic burnt orange it took me back to those 70's Matchbox cars !

[@keyboarddancers7751]

I love these sorts of shows about sensationally expensive exotica such as yachts, cars, houses and watches and other luxury goods. It's a comforting and reassuring reminder that this new financial recession doesn't affect everybody.

[@robsawalker]

What an absolute beast, as Harry says we're reaching the end of an era now. I'm never going to own something like that, but man I'd like to drive one for a weekend just once!

[@richardnixon4345]

Did my neighbours wife in a Bentley conti. Happy days

[@dkkatwa]

@@richardnixon4345 buy lottery tickets and wave to me as you pass me in your new Bentley 😁

[@richardnixon4345]

@@dkkatwa I’ll stop and pick you up and you can have a drive

[@dkkatwa]

@@richardnixon4345 you, Sir, are a gentleman.... I must remember to take my shoes off before I get in 😊

[@sprig6043]

Man, never say never, life can be so unpredictable!!!

[@martinboulden3540]

Good to see Bentley lending their press cars to someone who can give us a great video instead of Z Listers of the you tube world like SOL or Miss Emma Walsh !! Fabulous video Harry - Thank you 🙏

[@stevepocock3139]

Well said

[@keirbourne5323]

it has a custom plate, dont think it is a press car.

[@martinboulden3540]

@@keirbourne5323 It’s a press car from Bentley Motors Ltd

[@kubek555]

I love how he called his garage “a studio” 😁😁

[@juansequeirabaquero1780]

Harry is the proper reviewer for this car.

[@TheDavidsims]

Coming real soon to a Maccy D's drive thru

[@Punisher9419]

I don't like black wheels or black trim. It always looks cheap. The colour is OK but a bit too flashy in my opinion to be on a Bentley. Dark green would be my pick probably. There are a lot of extras on it that should be standard.

[@zix_zix_zix]

The rotating dash piece should be standard for this money!

[@timgosling6189]

In the '70s I had a used Triumph Spitfire that colour (£600 inc extras). Friends called it 'The Puce Peril'. Fortunately it quickly changed colour to 'Rust Brown'.

[@mikefarrar8071]

Marmite colour, but I'm glad you mentioned the British quality fit and finishes it's what makes them special to drive and own. I worked at Crewe in the late '60's and owned a Shadow some years back and it's nice to know the quality is still there if a little blingy now for my elderly tastes!! We now wait for the "Wally's" to come out of the woodwork and tell us it's just a German kit car! Keep up the good work.

[@standingbadger]

Your comment got me thinking…could a ‘Metallic Marmite’ be custom-specced? 🤔

[@mikefarrar8071]

@@standingbadger BL Russet Brown?? 😂

[@TermlessHGW]

I always thought that hand built British quality is just said as a joke and to quote the man himself "another way of saying that the doors will fall off"

[@davebest5624]

It’s a German kit car 😀

[@stevenkelby2169]

The most British thing about your comment is the assumption and expectation that "Wally's" will attack it with the truth! 😂

[@golach420]

Always nice to have a bit of Harry on a Sunday...

[@TechMan1988]

Harry, good review as always. You should try the Lexus LC500. It's less than half the price of this Bentley but with a 5 litre na v8. Would be nice to see your opinions on it!

[@jofan1982]

Harry you are David Attenborough of motorism! Love your vids, by faaar the most educational and interesting motoring channel thanx to your extensive knowledge and cool personality. Thank you and greetings from Czech republic. J

[@rjnation5042]

Okay this is the 2nd Bentley video I've watched this morning, both car's had very interesting colour choices, but I have to say they both sorta worked, thanks for all your work over the last year, you've kept me sane in all the lockdowns, have a great New Year Harry, 5:15am, Rj in Oz

[@PrivateUsername]

I love Bentley autos; I've owned two of them. Having said that - the front light having moisture in it is about the quality one should expect until you have enough time to work all the kinks out. Brilliant automobile - and that colour is absolutely amazing.

[@ajlee6933]

I agree. The moisture in the headlights isn’t normal. That’ll be something the Owner should definitely have repaired.

[@SuperWolffie]

For me it is the ultimate luxury car...but a V8 will surely be enough for me. I will take it above a 911 TurboS or a AM...greetings from the Netherlands

[@user-ht9fr6eh9u]

wolfman

[@arthurdardalis]

I’ve driven the first generation GT, great car to drive. Not keen on the colour/black wheels, some of the hideously expensive options should be standard. Thanks Harry for another great video👍🏿

[@anthonypaynter828]

I agree & black wheels look so chavish these days. Harry had the right idea when he ordered his Lotus. Come on Lottery, I need one now before we are all turned into veggies.

[@studiomarand]

If the lights steams means there is condensation in them. Not impressed also by the plastic grille.... I thought that was the distinctive trademark of any Bentley... always a great video Harry!

[@kenmeredith1952]

That lip, a Gurney Flap? LOVE all of your presentaions, both here in "The Garage" & "The Farm"!!

[@camwat5193]

Taste is subjective but the colour, black wheels and headlight surrounds are a bit chavvy. Prefer the previous model Harry had in in 2018 1:41 which had the class a Bentley should.

[@MrEazyE357]

When I first saw it I wasn't all that exited by it but when you first cut to the shot of it in the driveway, I actually saw and appreciated the lines.

[@stevenglover901]

Wow it's nice to see Stevie Wonder choosing his next car!

[@michaelbastin9851]

Thanks Harry, first time viewer and like your delivery; just like I was there with you.

[@MP-Fin]

I really don't fancy black wheels on anything really

[@wolfiestreet6899]

What about tanks?

[@AxLWake]

I don't like them either. They always look dirty.

[@thomass3769]

What a great Sunday, enjoying a new Harry’s Garage video!

[@declanjoyce8640]

What a machine, might sell my house buy one and live ini it!

[@mowerman60]

The colour is stunning,to match the car. Thanks Harry,for your excellent reviews

[@deanchur]

The V8 with a hybrid assist would suit this car really well; the extra weight is effectively irrelevant since you're already starting at 5000lb anyway. That's probably for the next generation though; a hybrid V8 could quite easily outperform the W12 which is why you won't see them on sale next to each other.

[@eats4cheaps305]

Outperform but not outfeel. There's nothing like the feeling of a 12 cylinder engine beneath your foot.

[@marcovargas6205]

Some bot copied your comment...

[@behroozsalehi8571]

No F**k hybrids

[@nelsonglover3963]

​@@eats4cheaps305you can barely hear it anyway

[@6th.replicant577]

Great insight & vid. Ta 🙂 BTW, did you mean to say ‘a clarity’ or ‘alacrity’?

[@martiniv8924]

Stunning Colour !…. Hopefully the engine is more reliable than the one in my friends 🙈

[@bilyd333]

Recently discovered your channel. Liking it so far. However, as my grandfather was from Burford, I am liking it all the more.

[@alanprobsten2858]

As always a lovely review. Harry, you are one of the best 👍🏼

[@cosicave5179]

A truly great car: a proper all-rounder (that's spelled 'GT' to folk like me), with very few peers. It really is a car for continental-sized journeys. Thanks for showing it, Harry.

[@jfv65]

Nice review, nice car but tbh i can't see the point of a car like this. It's not sporty in the sense of dynamics, yet it's very fast. But the only place where you can use it is Germany and only when it's not busy on the autobahn (which is hardly ever these days). What remains is stupendous luxury and the exclusivity. But i wouldn't buy one even if i could. Why advertise that you are filthy rich? There are other cars that are very luxurious but will allow you to travel under the radar. You can't do that in a purple Bentley.

[@ezghthrt7733]

"Why advertise that you are filthy rich?" That's the selling point.

[@murrieteacher]

There are a few roads in Australia that I would love to drive this car. I still remember the noise of the W12 around Bathurst. True car porn. Thanks Harry.

[@1967Stotty]

Living in Southern Spain, the convertible version would make me a perfect daily. Fabulous car.

[@pdalia]

11:25 “warp speed activated “ god that car pull his own weight . As always a delight of review by the best of them all. Thanks Harry.

[@neilgreig4369]

I think you've got it wrong Harry when you say the all season tyres are "not helping it". If you had summers on on a day like that with low temps you'd be relying much more on the traction control. I recently put all seasons on my car and the difference in these cold damp days is remarkable,

[@RichardEnglander]

Yup. Get some michelin crossclimate 2 or something on them if they fit. They do feel more squidgy, but summer tyres would just slide instead.

[@iamatlantis1]

Reminds me of the TVR Speed-6, didnt that already come out a decade ago?

[@stratac30]

I bought a 1973 Triumph GT6 Mk3 in Magenta and I loved the colour, though not a lot of people did in the 70's, but seeing this colour on this Bentley in a metallic finish it looks fabulous. As for the car, personally I'd prefer your Project 8 any day.

[@standingbadger]

A neighbour of mine had one too, from new, when I was a kid. Loved the car and the colour 👍🏼

[@paulm6481]

U coke blobs

[@colinbremner9030]

i think this Bentley is absolutely stunning, this is 1 car i would really love to get an experience of having never been in anything even close to this. loving the content Harry but it's about time you take a drive up to the east coast of Scotland in something like this and take me for a drive. Please. :)

I can’t help myself, but I still prefer my Continental R from 1995...

[@ifzalhuzamdeen]

Hi Harry, enjoying both your channels immensely. wanted to bring to your attention that it appears there is colour or white balance issue either with your videos or photos. they seem to have different shades with particular colours.

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

I love Bentleys Maybe not metallic pink Bentleys

[@SilentRacer911]

A wonderful review as always Harry. Glad you learned about giving away the relative location of your home. The world is a beautiful site on that display too

[@andrewhurstcars]

Nice cruiser Harry. I wonder if the V8 fitted with this rear diff would be the pick of the Bentley range.

[@Anti-FreedomD.P.R.ofSouthKorea]

If the DCT's revised for the new W12, the W12 is the much better option. Not much difference between front and rear weight balance (55:45 regardless, at least according to Bentley's own words) and to have 12 cylinders is always better than an 8 despite it being an inferior W configuration.

[@guilhe90]

@@Anti-FreedomD.P.R.ofSouthKorea V8 is very good too.

[@weiyoan9207]

If you want a more aggressive driving experience, the V8 will be the better choice. The body weight is more average and lighter Look at bentley's V8 in gt3 races, although that V8 engine is from Porsche, it's not the original bentley, but buying it for less doesn't seem like a big loss

[@richardmahoney9415]

Every Sunday Harry’s Garage delivers us a great one

[@RoelfvanderMerwe]

The fogging headlight is kinda embarrassing 🤣

[@JohnnyMotel99]

It would indicate that moisture is getting past the seals...

[@johnandrews3568]

take it back to the stealership for new headlight install

[@BubbaSimmz]

@@johnandrews3568 and a new paint job

[@anonanon7497]

Domt worry they resell for about 10k after a year.

[@iiredeye]

When my dream ticket comes in this is without doubt my first car purchase...Absolutely stunning!

[@pj9375]

Love it how Bentley made as much of the body out of aluminium and composites and the thing still weighs more than Jupiter 😂 also rear looked a bit tight for room and no centre arm rest for a 260k car??!

[@max_rove]

You are telling me that 14,659 people in the world bought a new bentley in 2021?? Man, that simple fact just stretched my vision and understanding of what's possible to a whole new level!!

[@swisstoni2913]

Surely the all season tyres are better for the driving conditions on those roads.

[@Josh-uk8mg]

The all season tyres come into effect when the temperature drops below 7 degrees. Summer tyres have a better wet grip.

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

A couple of hours before watching this video I watched a Jay Leno video all about British cars. In that video Jay drives an Aston Martin that is a rather striking orange colour. I think burnt orange would describe it or deep orange. Anyway seeing this car with its rather vibrant colour made me think that these very expensive cars are trying to justify the price tags with extreme colours not found on cars with lower prices. One more thing to make them stand out I suppose. I have to say when I was a boy my grandfather would have taken one look at this car and said “oi must be a puff driving that” lol He wasn’t what you would describe as PC lol

[@anonanon7497]

Sounds like a smart fella then. The PC mind virus is a particular phenomenon onky found in the west and the rest of the world must think we've lost the plot.

[@adrianrowden8266]

Hairdressers receptionists car colour... I think if I was run over by that tank, a plastic grill would be the least of my worries.

[@F8Tributo]

Most excellent! Wish I had a bigger garage for all the cars I would like to own..This Bentley would be in it for sure!

[@rikimarco1826]

Nice vid Harry, as always. The car is a must as a 2nd/3rd car in any Premiership footballer or Big Tech CEO's garage. But this is not about automotive performance, but that extra pair of socks in the owners Calvin Klein's.

[@blacklist_tln]

This color is something else! Great review as always, Harry

[@GodKing804]

>headlights filled with moisture Oh boy let's hope they aren't cutting corners to meet the rising sales demand

[@martinhibbert1428]

Another hard day in the office ! It’s a tough job but somebody’s got to do it. But certainly Harry you do it very well. 👍

[@richk7416]

Bentley GT: Drug dealer edition ✅

[@jeffl1944]

😅

[@thomasisreal5940]

Why drug dealer edition 😂? I'm lost

[@thomasisreal5940]

It's color iz magenta to boot 😂

[@MrMklasse]

Actually i like the color.. coupes can get away with flashy colors IMO

[@a.c.6475]

​@@thomasisreal5940don't worry...drug dealers like stealth, dark colors, now a sports or music celebrity will choose this color!

[@tonyfischer1462]

I have a Bentley Supersport Convertible 631 bhp with 20 inch wheels. I don't have a problem with the lack of grip on the rear wheels as you do in this latest Bentley. It may well be with introduction of 22 inch wheels the profile of the tyre reduces as the wheel size increases and therefore you've got less rubber to drive on. I can foresee there will be problems with the rear steer wheels..... who needs it especially in today's restrictive driving? I'm not a fan of a dual clutch box .... and the electronic rear limited slip diff ..... I like my ZF 6 speed ... a bullet proof box ... same in my BMW 650 I sport ... and I've done 190k miles in that .... Happy driving !

[@nickpage2949]

There is obviously a strong appetite for these type of cars, it’s a shame Aston don’t seem to be able to capitalise on the demand. Perhaps if they get their production problems sorted…

[@MrSnooze]

And stopped using Merc bits too 🙂

[@JeanDoe-ik8jg]

Magnificent Luxury VW Bentley... those hurt about the color have not realized that there are more colors in cars than grey, and black. Be Unique, and drive a bespoke colored Bentley. Terrific review.

[@MrCarGuy]

Digital gauge cluster cheapens the interior. They'd do a better job using dials and needles not dissimilar to those used in the center.

[@user-ei3kz5dv4u]

I've been saying for a while now that you should be able to switch from digital to analogue and have the physical gauges slide in to cover the screen. The Lexus LC500 does the same thing with one gauge and it would match the central infotainment on the Bentley.

[@williemandowa]

Amazing review as always Harry!!!

[@tjchadwick5680]

Interesting to be reminded what 2.2 tons does to the dynamics. There are so many new EVs coming on the market that weigh this much or even more, it doesn’t seem that unusual any longer.

[@bikerman6907]

All EV's are super heavy, Tesla X is around 2.6 ton! and the all New Honqi is even heavier!!

[@JeepCherokeeful]

From what I understand, 2021 had the largest transfer of wealth in human history;(

[@freespeech3673]

Is it me or does carbon fibre look cheap?

[@2Bunphettered788]

Good review Harry. 👍 The interiors are driving up sales. 👌

[@Rover200Power]

It looks a bit like one of those cars where someone has gone over the top wrapping all the trims in carbon effect vinyl. Sometimes less is more.

[@timgads1712]

12:26 Completely unrelated, but kind of crazy how close to the road quite a few older country houses are over there. And that proximity is not due to the road having been significantly widened as has often happened when an older US house is close to the road. I guess it just saved some steps getting home? And left more land to farm?

[@reggie861]

The Bentley GT with the V8 differently handles better, but that W12. The reason for the excellent ride is the anti-roll bars decouple when you're driving straight ahead when you enter a turn, the bars couple, and the 48-volt system kicks in and keeps the car flat in a turn.

[@JonathanSmith87]

And they make all the difference. I’ve been in a new Conti vs an old - night & day difference on the same road. The old speed was a bit of a barge in the bends in comparison to the new which was like on was on rails (and that was a non speed model)

[@M_IkeLeBlanc]

Another GREAT video Harry! One of my favorite channels.

[@lefroy1]

A fabulous car, but chrome trim and a traditional Briish colour pallete every time.

[@kevincoombs7348]

Great test Harry. I miss my ex next door neighbours two Conties on start up. I would always have our bedroom windows open just to hear that W12, although they weren’t a patch on his previous two DB9’s on start up...

[@martinclapton2724]

Outlandish colour, it could almost come right out the 1970s, but love it. The styling , I do have reservations. Front of car , I would regard as positively ugly, but conversely the rear treatment is very pretty, huge car though.

[@saxon-mt5by]

Think Triumph TR6/Stag/GT6/Dolomite Sprint - Magenta was a popular colour back then.

[@standingbadger]

Yes the colour did put me in mind of certain capris, Escort Mk1s and GT6s I used to see as a kid.

[@martinclapton2724]

Further to the styling , the rear very much reminds me of the Aston Martin DBS 6 /V8 from the very early 1970s

[@zix_zix_zix]

The color was definitely eccentric but I think it was just right if you don't mind people looking at you on the road even more than they would normally do when driving along in this car..

[@alanwayte432]

Epic quality content as always

[@Wall1885]

Footballers will be In heaven.

[@dominicwood3750]

Purple / Pink wrap, blacked out chrome, carbon lip spoilers big round projector beam headlights sounds exactly like my DIY restomod Mercedes CLK 55 AMG 2000 project… however if my lights misted up AT ALL they would go straight back to the manufacture… 350hp 30% less weight daily driver to my SL55 AMG weekend car

[@C.Fecteau-AU-MJ13]

In full premiership footballer spec