Bentley motors

Here’s a detailed overview of Bentley Motors Limited, the British luxury-car maker:

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✅ Company Overview
• Bentley Motors Limited is a British manufacturer of luxury cars and SUVs. 
• Founded in 1919 by Walter Owen Bentley (W.O. Bentley) in England. 
• Today it is headquartered in Crewe, Cheshire, England. 
• It is part of the Volkswagen Group (VW) since 1998, and under VW’s premium-brand structure (via Audi AG) from 2022. 

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🏁 History & Heritage
• W.O. Bentley’s goal was: “to make a fast car, a good car, the best in its class.” 
• In its early years (1920s), Bentley made a name through racing successes (for example at the 24 Hours of Le Mans) and built what were considered the “silent sports cars” of the era. 
• Over decades it changed ownership: bankruptcy and acquisition by Rolls-Royce in 1931, then later VW’s acquisition. 
• The brand has always emphasised handcrafted luxury, performance, and highly refined materials (leather, wood, bespoke finishes). 

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🚗 Model Range & Engineering
• Bentley’s current model line includes:
• The Bentayga (luxury SUV)
• The Flying Spur (luxury sedan)
• The Continental GT / GTC (grand tourer coupé/convertible) 
• The cars often combine high performance (powerful engines) with luxury finishes—wood veneers, fine leather upholstery, high craftmanship.
• Vehicle production is in Crewe (UK) with an integrated facility covering design, engineering, manufacture, etc. 

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🎯 Why the Brand Stands Out
• Luxury & craftmanship: Bentley emphasizes bespoke manufacturing, high-quality interior materials, and customization.
• Performance pedigree: Early racing success, and modern models maintain powerful performance alongside luxury.
• British heritage: For many buyers the “Made in Crewe”, British luxury branding adds cachet.
• Limited production & exclusivity: Compared to mass-market brands, Bentley vehicles are fewer in number, which enhances exclusivity.

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🔍 Recent Strategy & Market Notes
• Bentley has shifted focus from sheer volume to value over volume—i.e., fewer cars but higher margin / more bespoke options. 
• It plans to launch its first fully electric model in 2026 and aims for full-electric by 2035 (though the date has been changed from earlier targets). 
• Recent years have seen macro-economic headwinds: luxury market volatility, interest rates, global uncertainties.

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🧭 Summary

If you’re considering a Bentley (for purchase or just interest), the key takeaways are: you’re getting a car with strong heritage, premium craftsmanship, performance ambition, and exclusivity. However, keep in mind: high acquisition cost, high maintenance/premium servicing, and as with all luxury vehicles, resale and running costs can be significant.

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If you like, I can pull up specific models, their specs for 2025 / 2026, or Bentley’s pricing and availability in Nepal / South Asia. Would you like me to check that?