1989 Bentley Turbo R review from Australia and New Zealand
"A magnificent red turbocharged beast!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
New engine management computer required due to incompetence of an air conditioning company which spiked the the unit accidentally while recharging the A/C system. New unit bought from Bosch while I was on holiday in Germany for NZ$2000 instead of NZ$8000 through a New Zealand agent.
New fuel governor for the fuel injection unit bought for NZ$570.00.
Valve for the height control cleaned up so car no longer crouches in the garage overnight - $300.
Three new tyres purchased as originals, all developed bulges at 220 kilometres per hour which made the ride thereafter somewhat uncomfortable!
General comments?
I'm pleased to say that this car now runs like clockwork and is an absolute pleasure to drive... boundless power and a wonderfully quiet, smooth ride makes this the best Rolls Royce/Bentley I have owned so far.. Mark you it took me an additional $20000 to get to this point in addition to the not inconsiderable purchase price...
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 6750cc Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 44000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 54000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Rolls Royce Silver Spirit |
| Date of Entry | 5th September, 2000 |