Registration No: T998 SGP
Chassis No: SCBZK15E5XCH61729
MOT: April 2024

• Low mileage example
• Desirable facelift model
• Finished in Silver with a Black Connolly hide interior
• Well-maintained by marque specialists

The first generation Bentley Azure Convertible was conceived while the company was still under Vickers management and produced from 1995 to 2003. Debuted at the 1995 Geneva Salon, it was based on the platform of the highly successful Continental R, and combined the glamour of the company's early coachbuilt Drophead Coupes with modern-day technology and performance - a heady cocktail for those lucky enough to afford it. The car's presence was immense, born of the combination of automotive elegance and sheer size - the Azure was 210 inches long. Sculptured seats ensured the optimum cosseting for up to four adults. This was the height of luxury. At the heart of the Azure, as of so many post-war Bentleys and Rolls-Royces, was the Group's mighty 6.75-litre OHV V-8 engine complete with Garrett AirResearch turbocharger and Zytek EMS3 digital engine management. The unit drove through a General Motors-sourced four-speed automatic transmission. With some 400bhp on tap and in excess of 600lbft of torque, the 0-60mph dash could be dispensed with in around six seconds, despite the car's generous all-up weight of 5,750 pounds. Speeds of up to 150mph were possible when allowed, doubtless without a ripple on a glass of champagne. Suspension was independent front and rear with adaptive ride control. Final assembly of the model took place at the Rolls-Royce factory in Crewe.

This stunning Azure was delivered By Jack Barclay of Berkeley Square to Rosenblatt Solicitors in London on the 15^th of April 1999. Finished in Silver Pearl with a Black Connolly hide interior and black hood, the car was ordered with the optional bright matrix grille, a cellular telephone and wrap-over veneered door cappings. In October 2003, the Azure was sold to its second owner in Reading who kept the car until September 2014 at which point it was exported to Spain where the third owner lived. The fourth, and current owner, repatriated the Azure in February 2022 and is now offering it for sale as a result of a refocus of his collection. The service booklet which accompanies the car shows 13 stamps by main dealers Jack Barclay, Broughtons of Cheltenham and Harwood’s from new up to 34,978 miles in 2012. Invoices on file show that the car was entrusted to Bentley Madrid during its stay in Spain. The current vendor had the car recommissioned and serviced by Bentley Specialist Silver Lady Services Ltd and official Bentley Coachbuilder Wilcox Limousines. Over the last year the car has received a new battery, a replacement power steering ram, new track rods and new Avon tyres. Furthermore, the rear suspension gas spheres were replaced and a new aerial and brake pads were fitted. Showing only 38,000 warranted miles, this absolutely stunning Azure is offered for sale with two sets of keys, the aforementioned stamped service booklet, and a history file containing invoices for work carried out and a current V5C.

For more information, please contact:
Julian Pinkster
julian.pinkster@handh.co.uk
07889 223 904