Production Total: The production total for the **Bentley S2** (1959-1962) was **2,308 units**.

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Price New: In 1959, the new price of a **Bentley S2** in the UK was approximately **£2,800**.

Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.41%** between 1965 and 2025, **£2,800 in 1965** would be equivalent to approximately **£50,000 to £51,000** in 2025.

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Rivals: In 1959, the main rivals of the **Bentley S2** in the UK included the **Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud** and the **Jaguar Mark IX**.

Here are their approximate new prices in 1959:

- **Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud**: Around **£3,500**

- **Jaguar Mark IX**: Around **£1,800**

These cars were known for their luxury, performance, and sophisticated designs, making them strong competitors to the Bentley S2.

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Recorded in UK 2025

Based on current trends and available data, it is estimated that there are approximately 50 to 80 licensed Bentley S2s still recorded as being on UK roads in early 2025. Including those under SORN status but still registered with the DVLA, this number could rise to around 100 total registered units.

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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1959, the road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty) for a Bentley S2 in the UK was **£50 per year**.

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Petrol: In 1959, the price of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately 21 pence per gallon, which translates to about 4.62 pence per litre.

Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.41%** between 1959 and 2025, **4.62 pence in 1959** would be equivalent to approximately **9 pence to 10 pence** in 2025.

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Insurance: The estimated average cost of fully comprehensive insurance for a Bentley S2 in 1959 in the UK would likely have been between £50 and £100 annually, depending on individual circumstances such as driver profile and location.

£100 in 1959 is equivalent to about £2,973.41 in purchasing power as of 2025, meaning that prices today are roughly 29.73 times higher than they were on average back then.

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Production Total: The production total for the **Bentley Arnage** (1998-2009) was approximately **6,700 units** over its production run.

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Price New: In 1998, the new price of a **Bentley Arnage** in the UK was approximately **£140,000**.

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Rivals: In 1998, the main rivals of the **Bentley Arnage** in the UK included the **Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph**, **Maybach 57**, **Mercedes-Benz S-Class**, and **BMW 7 Series**.

Here are their approximate new prices in 1998:

- **Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph**: Around **£150,000** review - Parkers](https://www.parkers.co.uk/bentley/arnage/review/)

- **Maybach 57**: Around **£150,000** review - Parkers](https://www.parkers.co.uk/bentley/arnage/review/)

- **Mercedes-Benz S-Class**: Around **£60,000** review - Parkers](https://www.parkers.co.uk/bentley/arnage/review/)

- **BMW 7 Series**: Around **£50,000** review - Parkers](https://www.parkers.co.uk/bentley/arnage/review/)

These cars were known for their luxury, performance, and sophisticated designs, making them strong competitors to the Bentley Arnage.

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Recorded in UK 2025

Approximately 1,800–2,200 Bentley Arnages remain on UK roads as of early 2025. Including SORN registrations (off-road but preserved), there are about 2,500–3,000 total units still registered in the UK.

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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1998, the road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty) for a Bentley Arnage in the UK was **£345 to £735 per year**, depending on the specific model and engine size.

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Petrol: In 1998, the price of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately 77.43 pence per litre.

Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.41%** between 1998 and 2025, **77.43 pence in 1998** would be equivalent to approximately **£1.55 to £1.58** in 2025.

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Insurance: The average cost of comprehensive insurance for a Bentley Arnage in the UK in 1998 was approximately £3,500–£5,000 per year for an experienced driver with no claims history.

Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.41%** between 1998 and 2025, **£5,000 in 1998** would be equivalent to approximately **£8,100 to £8,200** in 2025.

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Production Total: Since its introduction in 2003, the Bentley Continental GT has been a significant success for Bentley Motors. As of January 2021, Bentley had produced 80,000 individual, made-to-order examples of the Continental GT. This model has played a crucial role in Bentley's overall production milestone of 200,000 luxury cars. The Continental GT, available as both a coupé and a convertible, has been a cornerstone of Bentley's modern era, contributing significantly to the brand's reputation and sales. 

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Price New: When the Bentley Continental GT was first introduced in 2003, it had a starting price of just over £100,000 review - Parkers](https://www.parkers.co.uk/bentley/continental-gt/coupe-2003/used-review/). This luxurious coupé offered a blend of performance, elegance, and advanced technology, making it a standout in its class. 

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Rivals: 

In 2003, the **Bentley GT** had several main rivals in the UK, including:

1. **Mercedes-Benz CL AMG**: Known for its luxury and performance, the CL AMG was a strong competitor in the high-end coupe market verdict - Parkers](https://www.parkers.co.uk/bentley/continental-gt/coupe-2003/used-review/verdict/).

2. **Porsche 911 Coupe**: A classic sports car with a reputation for excellent handling and performance.

3. **Aston Martin DB9**: Another luxury sports car offering a blend of performance and elegance.

4. **BMW 6 Series**: Known for its stylish design and powerful engines, the 6 Series was a popular choice among luxury car buyers.

These cars were all known for their luxury, performance, and sophisticated designs, making them strong competitors to the Bentley GT.

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Recorded in UK 2025 

There are an estimated 20,000-22,000 Bentley Continental GTs recorded in the UK as of early 2025.

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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 2003, the road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty) for a Bentley GT in the UK was **£415 per year** for the standard model with a 6.0L W12 engine, which fell under Band K for CO2 emissions road tax - Parkers](https://www.parkers.co.uk/bentley/continental-gt/coupe-2003/car-tax/).

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Petrol: In 2003, the price of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately 76p per litre.

Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.41%** between 2003 and 2025, **76 pence in 2003** would be equivalent to approximately **£1.50 to £1.53** in 2025.

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Insurance: Based on historical data for similar luxury vehicles during this period, fully comprehensive car insurance for a Bentley Continental GT in the UK would likely have cost between £2,500 and £5,000 annually, depending on factors such as location (urban vs rural), driver age/experience, security features installed on the vehicle (e.g., tracking systems), and no-claims discounts.

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Production Total: A total of 2,336 Bentley T-series saloons were produced between 1965 and 1980. This includes both the T1 and T2 models. 

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Price New: In 1965, the new price of a **Bentley T-Series saloon** in the UK was approximately **£5,425**.

Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.41%** between 1965 and 2025, **£5,425 in 1965** would be equivalent to approximately **£97,000 to £99,000** in 2025.

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Rivals: In 1965, the main rivals of the **Bentley T-Series** in the UK included the **Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow** and the **Jaguar XJ**. 

- The **Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow** had a new price of approximately **£6,000**.

- The **Jaguar XJ** had a new price of around **£1,800**.

These cars were known for their luxury, performance, and sophisticated designs, making them strong competitors to the Bentley T-Series.

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Recorded in UK 2024: In 2024, the Bentley T-series saloon has been celebrated for its historical significance. The world's oldest Bentley T-series, a standard saloon in Shell Grey, returned to Crewe after 59 years. This particular car, chassis number SBH1001, was the first T-series off the production line and has been sensitively recommissioned to retain much of its original components and running gear. As of now, there isn't a precise number available for how many Bentley T-series saloons remain on UK roads. However, classic car enthusiasts and collectors often keep these vehicles in good condition, so a fair number are likely still in existence, either being driven or preserved in collections. 

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PLEASE NOTE: The information provided below is given in averages across Northern Ireland at the date specified. Petrol reflect average prices for four star fuel in litres.

Road Tax: In 1965, the road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty) for a Bentley T-Series saloon in the UK was **£50 per year**.

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Petrol: In 1965, the price of four-star petrol in the UK was approximately **62 pence per gallon**, which translates to about **13.6 pence per litre**

Using the average annual inflation rate of **2.41%** between 1965 and 2025, **13.6 pence in 1965** would be equivalent to approximately **27 pence to 28 pence** in 2025.

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Insurance: Given its high purchase price and status as a luxury vehicle, it is reasonable to estimate that fully comprehensive insurance for a Bentley T-Series saloon in 1965 would have been approximately £80–£120 annually, depending on individual circumstances such as driver profile and location.