For Sale: 2008 Bentley Continental in Jupiter, Florida

The 2008 Bentley Continental is a luxurious 600-hp brute named after the classic Speed series that debuted 85 years ago. With a maximum velocity of 202 mph.

Arguably three factors separate the Bentley Continentals from Rolls and Maybach: First, its styling is more more distinctive than that of those other more imposing, less elegant carriages that probe the limits of how large a car should be. Second and no less important, the Continental is much more a driver's car, as rewarding piloting as being chauffeured, a dynamic the others can't match. The final feather in Bentley's motoring cap is the breadth of range, with two-doors and convertibles the others may not offer. Perhaps it's no surprise that the Bentley Continentals outsell Rolls-Royce by roughly 10-to-one and Maybach by 20-to-one.

The 2008 Bentley Continental models have a more upright grille and front end with added chrome around the headlamps; they look a hint more aristocratic without being snooty; the only reason to bow to a Bentley is to say a prayer of thanks to the gods of speed.

Other noteworthy changes to the line include additional paint and leather selections, Sirius satellite radio, and a restyled Breitling timepiece. Newly available are a rearview camera for the navigation display, voice-dialing through updated Bluetooth, three-spoke sports steering wheel, more advanced stability and traction controls.

6.0L W-12 Engine
6-spd w/OD Transmission
552 @ 6,100 rpm Horsepower
479 @ 1,600 rpm Torque
All wheel Drive type
ABS and driveline Traction control
Custom Anthracite painted wheels
Front air conditioning, dual zone automatic
Driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback Heated front seats
Sirius AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan Radio
1st row LCD monitor
Remote keyless entry
Heated mirrors
Power Convertible top
Windshield wipers - rain sensing
Leather Seat trim
Driver and passenger Lumbar support
Navigation system
Parking assist

Available for sale at $58,995 with 59,951 miles.