Bentley Continental Flying Spur 1959–1962 car dimensions: 5378 mm long, 1854 mm wide and 1626 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,930 kg.
The cabin seats five in leather with a unique redesigned dashboard and steering wheel. Power-assisted steering is standard along with press-button electric windows and electric rear window demisters. Electrically operated ride control adjusts the dampers. Air conditioning is available and more flexible thanks to the V8 power.
The cabin offers traditional luxury with fine leather seating and wood veneers. Press-button window lifts and electric rear window demisters are available. Electrically operated ride control adjusts the rear dampers. Improved air conditioning is available thanks to the V8. Seats adjust and recline manually.
Petrol 6.2-litre V8 engine
Four-speed automatic transmission standard
Power-assisted steering standard
Servo-assisted drum brakes all round
Electrically operated ride control standard
Air conditioning available
The all-aluminium 6.2-litre V8 runs on petrol with twin SU carburettors. Higher gearing on the Continental aids high-speed cruising. No official consumption figures appear in period specifications.
Servicing follows specialist workshop procedures for the V8, Hydramatic transmission, and chassis. Electrically controlled dampers and power systems need regular checks. Original handbooks and parts catalogues support maintenance.
Safety equipment centres on power-assisted steering and hydro-mechanical servo drum brakes with four-pot fronts on Continentals. No crash-test data exists for this generation.
Keep the car with original tools, build sheets, and specialist care for the aluminium body and leather interior. Regular use and storage protect the mechanicals.
Length 5378 mm, Width 1854 mm, Height 1626 mm, Wheelbase 3124 mm (Continental Flying Spur 1959–1962)
Sources: manufacturer data, Rolls-Royce TSD Publication 729 Workshop Manual , Chapter A dimensions and Chapter D capacities, and TSD 753 Engine Manual, Length 537.8 cm including bumpers, width 185.4 cm over the wings, unladen height 162.6 cm, wheelbase 312.4 cm.