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2001 - Bentley Azure Chassis no. X62538
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2001 - Bentley Azure Chassis no. X62538
See original version (French)
Estimate €65,000 - €85,000
Voluntary lot
Description
2001 - Bentley Azure
Chassis no. X62538
French registration
"Less than 42,000 original km, over €80,000 invested in maintenance since 2019"
- Introduced in 1995 as the spiritual successor to the Rolls-Royce Corniche, the Bentley Azure used the proven Continental R platform and quickly established itself as one of the most prestigious convertibles of its era. Produced during the pivotal period leading up to Bentley's takeover by Volkswagen, it remains one of the last Bentleys to be assembled to the artisanal standards of the Vickers era, combining power, comfort and refinement in exceptional proportions.
- Delivered new to the United States in 2001, this example was imported to France in 2010. Its history has been carefully tracked since that date, thanks to an extensive file of invoices tracing its maintenance and development. In fact, we've seen this car twice on the French market, first at our 2016 Summer Sale and then again in 2018, when it had just 13,000 original miles. It was then acquired by its current owner, a great lover of fine automobiles who lives in the Paris region.
- Its current owner has never hesitated to invest in order to keep the car at the highest level. Since 2019, more than €80,000 has been invested in its upkeep. The most significant works include the complete replacement of the soft top by Caribex in 2024, at a cost of more than €15,000, as well as a major overhaul carried out at the end of 2025, including the replacement of the bonnet jacks, brake pads and various mechanical operations, at a cost of more than €7,000. These recent operations are in addition to regular, rigorous servicing, which is particularly reassuring for a model of this standing.
- Now with less than 42,000 kilometres on the clock, this Azure is as attractive for its road performance as it is for its exceptional levels of comfort. Powered by Bentley's famous turbocharged V8, it offers a unique driving experience, combining quiet operation, impressive torque and the ability to cover long distances in supreme comfort. A true grand tourer, it remains one of the most engaging and versatile cars in its class.
- Today, the Azure occupies a unique place in the classic car market. Few cars offer this level of prestige, comfort, presence and build quality on such a modest budget. Offered in a remarkable state of preservation, with a clear and well-documented history and considerable investment in recent years, this Bentley represents a particularly attractive opportunity for the enthusiast wishing to benefit immediately from one of the last great British luxury convertibles.
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Lot description modified on 06/11/2026 at 11:33 AM
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