1982 Bentley Mulsanne

Description

Rarely can one name make everyone in the room take notice. No matter if you're among high society or casual enthusiasts, everyone notices when a Bentley arrives. So when a 1982 Bentley Mulsanne has such low mileage and so well maintained – and the price is this obtainable – you know this is a wonderful opportunity at opulence on wheels.

This generation Mulsanne was built alongside its Rolls-Royce counterpart at the famous factory in Crew. And while you got the same hand-crafted experience, the Bentley was a far rarer treat. In fact, there were as few as 55 Mulsannes made in 1982 – and only 16 in left-hand drive. So this is very rare company! Rarity also has careful craftsmanship seen from every angle with a sedan that continues to fit together beautifully. The doors open and close with a precision that has to be experienced to be believed, and the panel alignment is the result of one very fussy gentleman sweating the details until everything was exactly right. In fact, just look at the wheels. They have a white insert with red pinstripe which purposely match the paint/pinstripe color combo. It's this kind of attention to detail that makes a Bentley command respect everywhere it goes, and it is still very present in this piece today.

The pinstriping is also a preview of the interior – it's another sign of a thoughtfully-crafted sedan. The supple leather interior finished in a bold red perfectly fits the image of a luxurious and sporty Bentley. This is a low mileage machine barely averaging over 1,000 miles annually. That means it's an impressive overall presentation of burled walnut, Connolly leather, and lamb's wool. The view from behind the traditional glossy black wheel is a great reminder how true craftsmanship should be. It includes power windows, power seats, and cruise control. The radio has been upgraded to a modern AM/FM/CD stereo to give you the best in modern music. And the special climate control with both upper and lower settings has been upgraded to R134a air conditioning to cool the cabin perfectly. So you always arrive looking and feeling refreshed.

The smooth running 6.75-liter V8 under the hood is a staple of Bentley and Rolls-Royce luxury. This is the original motor to the car, and it has a tidy look that reminds you this is a low-mileage and well-respected classic. And this one has $8,000 in maintenance receipts over the last few years to help ensure that top-quality legacy. The fuel-injected engine was built to always have power in reserve. Its full force is delivered not like a muscle car, but more like an express train. The engineers went to great lengths to isolate the mechanical workings from passengers, and as a result, the motor is highly refined. This is luxury for every destination thanks to a smooth-shifting three-speed automatic transmission (borrowed from GM for better reliability) and power steering. The fully independent suspension has a self-leveling feature that keeps the big sedan on an even keel no matter the load, and it stays sure-footed with four-wheel disc brakes.

The sale comes complete with the original warranty card, owner's manual packet, and maintenance records. This well-maintained and fully sorted Bentley is a very affordable way to purchase extreme luxury. Call today!!!