The 774lb-ft Tyre Shredding 2008 Bentley Brooklands - A Real World Review Of This Old School Bentley

[@Medge2sc]

Missed a trick there, Crewe’s missile!

[@888johnmac]

comment of the day , have a like

[@mightymorfin_]

OOOFFFFF big miss lol, great one

[@Dan23_7]

Very clever haha 👍🏻👍🏻

[@jonnywalker3208]

No ... just no.

[@oliverlane4050]

Brilliant 😅

[@mattevans4377]

A Rolls Royce, is a vehicle you go to a peace conference in. A Bentley, is a vehicle you escape a peace conference in, when it goes south.

[@Dan23_7]

My dad said years ago. Rolls drivers wear suits, Bentley drivers wear jeans

[@AntoniusTyas]

Bentley Brooklands or Mulsanne in Beluga Black with Beluga interior and blacked-out window is the perfect vehicle to go to a peace conference as someone who proposes for world domination.

[@BibtheBoulder]

@@Dan23_7 Ironically I wore smart clothes in my Bentley, but wear jeans in my RR....

[@AxlMorris1999]

Have you told Mr Putin?!

[@DavidTYoung]

Love that

[@rare6499]

Now this is a proper car. My favourite modern Bentley. One of my favourite cars of all time actually, just look at it. It’s incredible. Those wheels. That long body. It’s so epic.

[@aaa84gt]

It's the definition of 'proper'.

[@rare6499]

Adeel A. Ahmad totally 👌

[@kmoney6047]

Looked better with the other wheels, the multispoke ones, but otherwise one of my favourites....

[@Petrospect]

the tasteful thickness of it

[@bensmithkent22]

@@Petrospect its even got a watermark

[@WristyGymnast]

I worked at Crewe back in the 00s, bringing the Continental GT to production, Woodshop & Brightwear specifically. I earned a pittance, but walking through a factory full of these beautiful machines with true craftsmen everyday was just amazing and made it worth it.

[@bicyclist2]

I love this generation Brooklands. If I ever won the lottery, this is the car I'd want. I remember Jeremy Clarkson reviewed the Brooklands on Top Gear. I've occasionally seen these for sale on line. I love this dark shade of green. I deeply appreciate it's historical significance. This is what a real Bentley should be. Thank you.

[@paul1978g]

A bentley? With the timeless 6 3/4 Litre V8? In a shade of something close to BRG? I think that hits the spot.

[@CherylCold]

I think this was called Brooklands green. What a gorgeous car. Need deep pockets.

[@fettlemaster]

@@CherylCold Barnato Green named for Wolf Barnato, he literally explained this in the video

[@davidtaylor2131]

@@CherylCold sure but how many with those still buy cars that you have to be small and a contortionist to get it and out of… even as a 20yr old I plumbed for the Exec motors, Ford 2000E Corsair etc.

[@Vonstroke]

The only modern Bentley I'd ever consider. Wonderful.

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Consider an Arnage. Stupidly cheap yet just as stunning IMO.

[@papa_pt]

Why not Mulsanne

[@Rhowhat]

There are other cool Bentley's, like the Mulsanne, but this is the only one I think is desirable. They don't sell often though, the ones on Autotrader have been on there for a while.

[@stuchly1]

@@papa_pt The Mulsane looks legitimately ugly to me. The position of the outer lights in the front completely ruins the face of the car for me. It looks tired and depressed.

[@stephendangelo1614]

I have a 1989 Bentley Turbo R - 325 hp 500 ft. Lbs of torque. If you’ve never driven one..it’s worth it. These cars are big fast and very overbuilt.

[@MillerCorner]

I remember DESPERATELY wanting one when watching it on Top Gear as a nine-year-old. ... I was an unusual kid.

[@deanchur]

I remember drawing rockets on a hovering "Ferrari" when I was 9 lol.

[@michaellongridge1523]

9yrs old and you wanted a Bentley = unusual? I talked my 21yr old brother in to buying a 1965 E-Type.

[@sethsantiago304]

Me and you same in that aspect

[@BlackAbe007]

When I was 9, I was looking for the right Bentley to take me to my Super Yacht…

[@alexadelaide]

That car is way cooler than a new roller. Timeless!

[@chrisroberts1440]

You looked very at home in there James.

[@cubstig]

So much soul, and one of the last cars with the proper power plant. My favourite JM vid so far!

[@Atombender]

3:40 You can tell that this car was handbuilt by noticing how beautifully aligned the doors and the body are.

[@Polarskates]

I thought I was being too anal in spotting that lol

[@Atombender]

@@Polarskates It's hard to go unnoticed on a car that had a £350,000 MSRP. Not really worth mentioning on a Tesla Model 3.

[@bensmithkent22]

@@Atombender god the quality of them is appaling. I had to move a bosses model s 100d at work, the door seems like its made from paper mache. Tinny isnt the word. Its also hyper sensitive to the “gas” pedal. It didnt creep as a regular auto would. First ev ive ever driven wouldnt find that relaxing in traffic. I fancy a polestar myself the performance one its a good deal slower than this model s 100d and looks more solid

[@wolfiestreet6899]

@@bensmithkent22 I drove a Polestar and found it very similar to an average ICE car in every way. Which is good.

[@TheBS80]

I considered this car being my "exit car" about 10 years ago. Back then, my neighbour had a stunning Arnage T24 Mulliner. I had a Range Rover which I bought new in 2007. Compared to the Arnage, it was...not near as good as the Bentley. That was the time I took more and more notice of the Brooklands. Titan grey with Newmarket tan leather and burr walnut veneer - an absolute dream. In 2016 I had the chance to buy a green Brooklands with 100k miles for a fair price. The car looked perfect, but the test drive was sobering - it's just way too big when you live in a city. You need a mansion in Surrey or Buckinghamshire to own one of these. It's not made for parking lots as the rear will always stick out. I still love the Brooklands and always will, but I'm happy with its younger sibling. But never say never, maybe the day might come and I'll need to save one of these beautiful dinosaurs... :-)

[@davidtaylor2131]

Luvved it 👍🏻 But my surprise was the quiet background recording of your with the windows down !!!

[@karacop78]

"...simply because you know it's there" you said near the end, and that is so true for such cars. Within the misery of everyday routine, thinking about my loved ones and other minor stuff like my weekend car is what gives me "the motive" to go on...

[@h2489-m2l]

Hear you!

[@BibtheBoulder]

Absolutely. My wife (and many colleagues) don't seem to understand the significance of a 'personal car'...

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Stunning Bentley Brooklands. I have had the pleasure of owning 2 Bentley's, one of them a 6.75L Arnage and believe me they are every bit as incredible as this. Every journey is an occasion in these cars....and if you want to know, 8mpg around town, 16-18mpg on a run.

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

@Bob Dobalina I found the best way to approach it was to ignore it...lol. Seriously though, the Arnage is now available so cheaply I am seriously considering another one.

[@JelloTypeR]

I doth my cap to you sir, you are a man of style and taste.

[@1970boggy]

Don’t know why but I love Bentleys 🤪👍 It’s just a wonderful wafting cruiser which actually goes pretty well. Wonderfully built, fast and epic.

[@richard1342]

If you own one, you will know why

[@BibtheBoulder]

I have a love/hate relationship with them. I have had a totally unreliable one that almost bankrupt me, and one that never missed a beat....

[@davekennedy6315]

A beautiful bruiser! These always remind me of a stereotypical London gangster, a very nice Saville Row suit adding a bit of class to the dangerous individual underneath!

[@visionist7]

Thug in a silk dressing gown

[@vp5]

@@visionist7 Clarkson said that about the wonderful Merc CLS 55 on top gear

[@visionist7]

@@vp5 good memory!

[@leedstown]

It would be home in layer cake

[@bensmithkent22]

@@leedstown eddie temple was driven in an arnage i think.

[@deeeeeeeench1209]

My grandmother would like her curtains back.

[@SENYELI]

@ LOL

[@CLHLC]

Hahaha... was looking for this kind of comment!

[@mauroloureiro1781]

@ At least he has a refined taste for curtains 😂😂😂

[@jameslynch6657]

Jay - this channel is just cranking out great video after great video. It has developed so well, you should be proud of yourself

[@LynwoodSumner]

I have had the pleasure of owning a Brooklands. It is truly a Grand Tourer! We drove it from Aberdeen to Dover, then to Berlin, to Salzburg, down to Naples, then back north to Monte Carlo, to the French Atlantic coast then Paris, and finally back home. We must have spent a million Euros on premium petrol over our three week European grand tour, but what a beautiful, sumptuous, and comfortable automotive experience! I want another one!

[@thedeadstig123]

What I always found interesting was before AUDI bought Bentley they were outsourcing engines and then Audi brought back the 6 3/4 liter engine

[@X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X]

Truly one of the greatest cars in the world; the earlier Continental R is my dream car.

[@visionist7]

I actually prefer the Continental T & R to this. Even more oldschool

[@X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X]

@@visionist7 Me too. It has the classic feel to it, something I crave for.

[@X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X]

@@lukemallory7832 It is, filled with British engineering history.

[@AntoniusTyas]

I remember seeing Brooklands on Clarkson's review when I was like 15 years old. And I know I want one if I have to buy a Bentley. More than I wanted the Continental GT back then. That thing looks like an absolute monster. In a good way, mind. Blenheim Palace on four wheels, if I may use Clarksonius paraphrasing. This or Azure got me into Bentley thing.

[@bensmithkent22]

Levels. Conti gt is for considerably richer than yow types. This is real class. I cant afford either I might add 🙈

[@matthewcoupeofficial]

This is hands down far more exquisite than any Rolls Royce urm I mean 7 series, more refined than any Jaguar, more comfortable than any Lexus, faster than nearly every Porsche at the time! The last true hand built Bentley that isn’t a Phaeton. This and the L332 5.0 are the only two cars of 2009 I would ever consider buying.

[@jamessheehy4895]

My New favourite KZbinr by far dunno why i never gave u a minute before you have done all my favourites 👍🙏👆😎❤️

[@martinboulden3540]

Just a stunning Bentley and incredible value. They will never make a car like this again sadly.

[@beauchamphuberville1355]

that's sure where the value is...like the old proper mercs....rare

[@tarasgrosh8751]

My favorite automobile and rolling art / cathedral!

[@BibtheBoulder]

Best review I have seen from you JayEmm.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Thanks Bib

[@venom5809]

God I love those big bruiser Bentleys, to me those are real Bentleys, proper Bentleys and my god that spec is just perfect, it's exactly what I would get. 👍

[@johnrhodes2367]

For the money, they are worth buying now. And I honestly think it’s one of the most beautiful.

[@gregoryrobertson]

One of the most beautiful front ends ever designed. JayEmm, you're an awesome producer of content. We know you try your best, don't ever worry about getting minor details wrong [coming from the BMW i8 video]. Your enthusiasm and passion for cars is contagious and I sincerely appreciate it. Keep doing the lords work. This here Bentley is a certified ripper.

[@jeylful]

Love your reviews... the more I see them, the more I like them! Cheers!

[@davidmwood560]

I've been the proud owner of several Rolls Royce and Bentley cars, and I've never had an issue with any of them. They're just truly magnificent cars, and the 'normal', non-turbocharged models are not too bad on fuel. My last one, a '91 Mulsanne, managed 24mpg on the open road and about 15mpg round town. I run a 2006 Lexus as a daily driver, but I think I may have to get another Bentley at some point. Great video James

[@jimmyfarley5581]

Please, please, please one of you car lovingly millionaires out there, lend him the last of the line Bentley Mulsanne Speed by Muliner. Preferably in gloss black. I would continue to describe my lust for that car but I need to go change my trousers.

[@alphabetaxenonzzzcat]

Loved this car and also the old Arnage T. They seemed proper Bentleys - not zipped-up Volkswagons. Had character - as well as insane speed. I liked the whole massive engine to deliver speed - very old school, and a sledgehammer to crack a nut philosophy. It went against the grain of motoring at the time.

[@bigdoggy6650]

Good stuff right here 🍻

[@derekstocker6661]

Thanks for the absolutely brilliant review of this fabulous car, what a masterpiece of engineering it is! Thanks also for the wonderful ride, enjoyed every moment!

[@blackjacket_]

My weirdest dreamcar. Dont know why but this piece of metal appeals to me in an undescribable matter. I must have spent tenths of hours on bentley configurator when it was new. Awesome

[@OsellaSquadraCorse]

Car at Cholmondeley Castle, Cheshire, less than 10 miles from Crewe, Cheshire; the Bentley factory. Recently serviced at P&A Wood, in Essex (180 miles away). Makes sense. Weather was great here last 2 weeks; great for driving & biking! Oulton Park (next door to Cholmondeley) was open last week too.

[@millinutz]

Excellent car for listening to, and getting the most out of your favourite Classical Overtures whilst driving down the M1 to London and the hustle and bustle of those hectic Business meetings.

[@gerardbaines320]

The ultimate incarnation of a traditional Bentley but with enough modern upgrades to make it genuinely reliable. I looked at one recently with a full service history. 2008 with 14 main agent stamps and all bills. Other than routine maintenance, only one fault needed attention in 12 years. A new wiper blade rubber, cost about £30!!

[@gedaman]

This is the last of the traditional big Bentley coupes like the Continental from the early ‘90s to about 2002 (Continental T, Continental R, Continental Le Mans, Continental Sedanca Coupe). Now with the Mulsanne gone there are really no old fashioned big Bentley models available. I consider the Bentley Brooklands to be a 2 door sedan sort of like a Mercedes-Benz S-Class coupe only much more special and rare. I wonder if they will ever bring back the big old fashioned Bentley models like the Mulsanne, the Brooklands, and the Azure in the future.

[@-Muhammad_Ali-]

What piece of great craftsmanship. Bring more of these to refresh our roads

[@tealbandit72]

6m40s a marvelous engine note clip.

[@socke2745]

the way how the wood panels of the door and the back seat area don't line up at 1:53 should worry me. But it's just a sign this car is truly hand built. What a machine.

[@sideshowbob32]

You weren't joking Jay this really is special, what a super motor

[@limpunsing224]

Beautiful car, astounding British countryside A-1 content

[@neilpilkington7342]

To imagine these brutes can hit 180mph yet the sheer weight and refinement of them is just mind boggling! Reminds me of the difference between the likes of the F40/McClaren F1 and the 'failure' that was the XJ220. Both the former were stripped down, bare bones racecars but the Jag was fully, fully loaded with EVERYTHING! Yet they classed it as a footnote due to hitting 217 rather than its namesake 220! In true style aswell! Only British cars use this no compromise approach! Bravo!

[@anthonyprice5596]

I've got a Bentley Turbo, I fell in love with it in 1983 when it came out, and was fortunate enough to find a good low mileage 1989 example, its exactly where you want to be when your driving it, yes it has its little foibles, but nothing is as well put together, and for a 32 year old car, people still wonder if I'm important when I arrive. That's not why I bought it, but its a bonus!!

[@BibtheBoulder]

A Bentley without foibles is a Chrysler 300C

[@michaellongridge1523]

“People still wonder if I’m important when I arrive “? Yeh Gods! Too right I am!! (Thank you, thank you, move along there, make way. Clarkson, who? Oh good grief. Get. Your. Grubby little fingers off!).

[@simonharris9284]

Terrific video this JM. I can feel the uplifting joy in it. My favourite production so far and I have watched many. Top work

[@robertlangley399]

Glad to be back on your channel this is one of the cars of my dreams so I will be doing more on the lottery keep up the great reviews

[@thomaschivers7883]

Sounds like you found out what a proper grand tourer Is all about not about racing but getting there

[@chriscomparescars4416]

Yes!!! Bentley, knew there was something missing from your channel, Bently, always more Bentley of all ages please!

[@jameshay469]

These Brooklands (as well as the Arnage) are just magnificent, I love them. Great video, thank you very much.

[@BibtheBoulder]

For me, the Arnage is automotive art.

[@harrytd]

☹️ I've just watched the end of an era. What a beautiful motor.

[@Dave-in-France]

Wonderful video of a glorious car - thank you so much for showing us this magnificent vehicle.

[@scottleyva8656]

I have a 2014 Flying Spur. Please do a video on one.

[@matthewgodwin3050]

There's only one word to describe this car. It's glorious. Absolutely glorious.

[@pepevonkek7803]

Spot on! Bentley -because somebody took great care when produced it. It's very rare nowadays as most goods are produced for three years until it breaks down and you have to buy new one.

[@MT-zh9wc]

This was filmed on the roads in my area near Nantwich. Some fabulous roads to host a great review on!

[@NeoRambler]

I love this car. Just like you as I got older my tastes have changed and I want one badly. Thanks for showing this one off Jay! 😊👍

[@Biggles]

Am I the only one who thought everything looked amazing on this till the camera panned across the dials and switchgear. The dials look like someone printed them at home, it really stood out to my eye for some reason.

[@neurodiverse4414]

It's on my list of cars I would like to own. One of my fav cars of all time. 👍👍

[@whykozhoma]

Channeling your inner young Jeremy Clarkson in this reviews more and more. And it’s enjoyable!

[@skelejp9982]

Thank You James , for this Car Review. Love the Car, but my Favourite is a Silver 24 Le Mans Arnage !

[@RJW14]

Man this is the style of car that Bentley is all about for me, this and the Arnage with the 6.75 liter engine.

[@LiamE69]

Cholmondeley - Messing with Johnny Foreigner trying to pronounce English words since the 12th century.

[@kb9072]

Amazing car. Prefer the Arnage. 4 doors seems more in keeping with whole Bentley thing. However it is STUNNING.

[@FenderUsa]

absolute brute

[@greenepanda]

My personal favorite 3rd gen Brooklands spec options were the 3 “reversed” interior hide/lambs wool variants in either Bordeaux, Spruce, or Navy piped in cotswold. On my list is certainly the r420 cabriolet as well as the SC sedanca widebody fixed head with its removable roof panels. The second generation v12 corniche was no slouch either.. felt as if it were a re-bodied azure and a bit of a bore in terms of its communication with the road.. She however was still a big girl!!

[@liamirons-mclean9897]

You should try to review a Phanton Coupe and see how it compares to this if you can find one.

[@bradcollins9647]

Great car. A real Grand Routier and maybe one of the last they ever build. Made for going from Hamburg to Florence, Cannes or Barcelona. And for this purpose it makes sense. I love it.

[@dodgeymrd]

Opulent engineering to remind us that such things can be done. I love it. Thank You James.

[@DavidDatura]

The original Brooklands from the 80s, was supposed to be a more affordable version of a Bentley at the time. Aimed at an up and coming new money, younger clientele apparently. It was a 4 door saloon too, not a coupe like this (and I think the first Bentley of the modern era, to incorporate a mesh grill) Anyway, this is a very handsome vehicle while the interior is fabulous!

[@AxlMorris1999]

My Favourite Bentley.

[@nadk8886]

What a great review. You should be on TV. Everything from start to finish was very entertaining. Also thanks for uploading in 2440p 👍🏻

[@1990sBreakbeatjunkie]

Do you not know who jay'emm is🤔 Should be on tv 🤣🤣

[@millinutz]

Think I have just discovered a new "favourite to be" channel here. Well presented, thx. Wonder if you have done a review with the MGC !! So, must go now, got some serious binge watching to do before this lockdown finishes.

[@Maurice_Moss]

Always loved these, I remember Jeremy Clarkson saying he couldn't radio the crew inside it.

[@katchaontheflipside]

Fell in love with this car through top gear. Just a piece of good old britain. Prices seem to be on the rise lately

[@SteveMillersm101]

Noticed I had a smile on my face from start to finish, my top video to date!

[@Punisher9419]

I love the interior. Wish modern cars could look like this, plus no stupid massice screen that ruins the aesthetic.

[@justjacqueline2004]

I absolutely love these Brooklands cars with the Azure a complete oligarch's tiy.

[@BibtheBoulder]

I have owned a couple of Bentley's. Get the right one (i.e one that doesn't bankrupt you in repair bills) and they are VERY rewarding. Get the wrong one and you can be scarred for life.

[@aidan.w.carolan]

Wow. Great car ,great video. I really enjoy this channel. Very well presented as always, well shot and edited. Keep up the good work. Well done.

[@aidan.w.carolan]

Among my favorite channels along with "the car guys, harrys garage,high peaks autos" great content coming from these guys

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Thanks!

[@grahamsmith2022]

Beautiful car,but I can't help noticing the wood trim doesn't line up on the drivers window sill and the rear passengers sill!

[@oliverlane4050]

My absolute ultimate! A stunning machine that sounds awesome 🥰

[@nakoma5]

"A motorized palace" Those three words, and a sense of occasion. Proper English craft.

[@TheOrangeEliseCup250]

Beautifully handcrafting. Loved the Continental T too.

[@DjDolHaus86]

A Rolls Royce is a car to be driven in whereas a Bentley is to be driven

[@TimsEnthusiastGarage]

I recently picked up an Arnage for long term use. Well chuffed with it so far. I wish I could stretch to a Mulsanne or Brooklands. This video is performing super well! Cheers mate.

[@BibtheBoulder]

Hi Tim. I have owned both a Red and Green label Arnage, of which the Green label was by far the most reliable. I have been on the lookout for a Mulsanne and have driven a couple and they are awesome machines, and in a different league to the Arnage, although I prefer the looks of the Arnage.

[@TimsEnthusiastGarage]

@@BibtheBoulder Still loving my Arnage. I don’t think I’ll ever be swayed to accept the Green Label cars, though if you own and enjoy them that is fantastic. The Mulsanne is a brilliant car and is becoming quite affordable. I will likely add one in the not too distant future. Visually and proportionally the Arnage is so perfect. While I prefer the size and presence of the Mulsanne it’s “face” isn’t quite as resolved or stately as the Arnage imho. Cheers!

[@BibtheBoulder]

@@TimsEnthusiastGarage Fair comment Tim. I had my Red label first and had the misfortune to suffer head gasket failure, gearbox failure, and water pump failure. All in 12 months. I sold it as I lost any confidence in it, but after 2 years of very happy Jag ownership I found the allure of another Arnage deafening. After an awful lot of research I realised the 4.4 BMW version was (much to my dismay) the most reliable, and it did not let me down once during my ownership of it. Ironically the Mulsanne has the Rolls 'L' series engine in it, and it was this that ultimately put me off buying one, instead opting for a Rolls Royce Ghost.

[@TimsEnthusiastGarage]

@@BibtheBoulder good info here.

[@macpdm]

Beautiful car on a cracking bit of road the A49. I know it quite well

[@arisaga822]

Part of me is elated that such a marvel exists. The rest of me looks down in defeat knowing that it’s an impossible dream.

[@DEEuroworks]

These and Mulsanne are the Bentleys to buy.

[@R-Tap]

I love these Brooklands, get out of my way poor people...... 😂

[@OsellaSquadraCorse]

Unfortunately most Bentleys are the opposite; getting IN the way being driven slowly and badly, down the middle of the road, at 25mph (they will get up to 40 on a motorway...), turning with no signalling, driving through red lights and stop lines. "more money than sense"? = Bentley drivers. Like old Rover drivers, but with money. The people who drive like you'd think Brooklands drivers might, have Overfinches with blacked out windows.

[@benbrown1889]

@@OsellaSquadraCorse rant over?

[@richardautenzio8117]

A very good review. This was more about the value for money one gets in a true luxurious car than just speed and performance, which I am unable to use on our roads and motorways. Even if I could use the speed and performance, I would not have the ability to drive a fast car properly unless I was driving fast every day. I do know that most people who buy fast cars think they can handle them but I think they are just lucky that they don't get themselves into trouble. Even Mr Bean knows this.

[@spinfish99]

Beautiful car. Would take mine in burgundy though

[@geoffreyfake123]

Absolutely fantastic car and you Jay you are professional and very pleasant to listen I just love it , i will watch your Channel for sure Stay safe.

[@peem1244]

What an awesome car you've got there. I noticed from your right shoulder camera what looked like a lot of movement in the drivers seat, what's that about? 17k service and a wobbly seat? Nah, got to be a Bentley design feature. Thanks for sharing.

[@dominicnewton1394]

The BBC should be shadowing you for the next TOP GEAR presenter interviews your ( unscripted) script!!!comes over effortlessly and a natural petrol head good luck mate!!