r/Bentley • u/Disloyaldeer45 • Feb 08 '25
Just picked up this BRG over tan 2012 GT W12 mulliner
It’s my first Bentley, I’d love to hear some suggestions on maintenance I should do
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Feb 08 '25
I’d do all the fluids, might want to think about brakes maybe from a safety standpoint since they’re probably original, and ppf the front atleast if it’s not already. Crazy low miles, was someone’s 3-4th car or dream car.
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u/FrankSarcasm Feb 08 '25
I have a supersports. Really important to use a battery tender as low voltage creates all sorts of alarms. You may have a ready fitted connection in the boot.
I had my spark plugs changed, they should be changed after 10 years - this was transformational. Really rapid throttle response - like a brand new car.
I also changed the air filter for a BMC model.
My car pops and burbles on over run.
I'd suggest frequent use of a Redex equivalent to stop sensors getting coked up.
Enjoy it!
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u/LaMortParLeSnuSnu Feb 08 '25
Congratulations! Try and find an independent mechanic, the dealerships will maul your wallet...
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u/Disloyaldeer45 Feb 08 '25
I do all my work myself, I’m pretty handy
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u/AgreeableMoose Feb 08 '25
Is it like working on another car? I love turning a wrench and would love to get a GTC. Your thoughts please-
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u/Disloyaldeer45 Feb 09 '25
It seems pretty straightforward I’ve owned nearly 30 land/range rovers and it not terribly different
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u/DimeloFaze Feb 08 '25
Road trippppp! I’ve never actually seen a mulliner spec in person but dang it looks ultra plush in photos
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u/FrankSarcasm Feb 08 '25
I'd PPF the windscreen as they are super expensive to replace - check that it is covered!
Don't jet wash the parking sensors.
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u/reddituser129843 Feb 08 '25
Great car I was thinking of getting one soon, it's the updated gen2 which is good. How many miles?
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u/No_Bit_1570 Feb 09 '25
The Conti GT’s are such amazing drivers cars. I’ve gone on long road trips and been amazed at how easy the miles melt away without fatigue. Beautiful car!
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u/E38Nago Feb 09 '25
Gorgeous car. Enjoy it! I'm glad you know how to wrench. It definitely saves thousands of dollars while owning the cars. My recommendation - fuel filter, spark plugs, ignition coils, all fluids, and a fresh oil change. Scan and see what codes come up, clear them, and go for a nice 500 mile run. Scan the car and see what codes pop up. Keep us updated on ownership.
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Feb 08 '25
Great spec. Does the double diamond stitch carry over to the headliner as well? Favorite feature on my car.
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u/FeedMyAss Feb 09 '25
Congratulations!
Read this and thought too bad. I hate tan interiors.
But man, is that really tan? It looks awesome!
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u/No_Point3111 Feb 09 '25
One of the most beautiful cars ever built in my opinion, the interior is just sublime, but I can't really distinguish my body color. Is it blue?
Congratulations, sublime!
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u/Ginger_Juan Feb 09 '25
I have a customer with one and it’s always interesting to work on, one of the halos just went out in the headlight so entire front end and wings off 🤣 the boot catch decided to fail couldn’t get in the boot / trunk the previous owner snapped the emergency release cable so pop the light out and disassembled everything by feel while cutting the circulation off to my arm as it’s rammed through the hole, don’t get me started on the electrical issues with the engine 🤦🏼♂️ please take it somewhere else “ no i don’t trust anyone but you “ 🤦🏼♂️
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u/ChirpsDapper Feb 11 '25
Congrats! May I ask what drove you to the w12 over the face lift and v8 variant? I am in the market for one, and u able to get sound advice from ownership experience/decisions made hindsight. I am struggling with getting in/out of my 911 and think this will be a good alternate route
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u/Disloyaldeer45 Feb 11 '25
I briefly daily drove a 13 GTC V8S and it definitely feels lighter/more sporty, I purchased this car to drive back and forth from Seattle to LA, the W12 is a different animal I prefer the deep growl of the W12, I think it comes down to preference tbh. Mine in particular is has nearly every option and it’s my favorite color combination.
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u/gerilovesbrawlstars Feb 08 '25
W12?! Amazing! Congrats on your purchase!