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Even though the Bentley Continental GTC has only been out for two years Bentley considered it was time to perform a light facelift to the luxury four-seater convertible. And while at it Bentley has finally taken the drophead into their Speed garage for the 600 bhp W12 transformation.

With 600 horsepower - 100 horses more than the Azure T, it makes the Continental GTC the most powerful convertible Bentley has ever made. The Speed treatment alters the front end, with a more upright, dark-tinted matrix grille.  The GTC Speed version also gets a lowered suspension by 10 mm at the front and 15 mm at the rear with revised spring and damper settings for improved handling, a ‘Dynamic’ mode for the ESP system and wider 20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels.  

Gallery: Bentley Continental GTC Speed

When it’s time to get in, you’ll see the Speed model features diamond quilted hide seats with embroidered Bentley emblems and a three-spoke multi-function steering wheel with brushed aluminum switch surround. This is complemented by drilled alloy foot-pedals and ‘Speed’ logos to the polished treadplates.
However, chances are you won’t notice any of this when you realise this car reaches 60 in 4.5 seconds and has a top speed of 200mph. It also accelerates from 0-100 mph in just 10.6 seconds.

There are two new official exterior paint choices from the factory: Aquamarine and Blue Crystal, and you can get the interior done in Aquamarine as well. However, considering Bentley will make your GTC any colour you want, that’s probably of least interest to most buyers. 

[Source: Bentley]