Bentley Turbo RT

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Bentley Turbo RT
Manufacturer	Bentley
Production	1997–1998 50 produced
Predecessor	Turbo R
Successor	Arnage
Engine(s)	6.8 L Rolls-Royce V8
Transmission(s)	4-sp 4L80-E automatic
Wheelbase	124.5 in (3161 mm)
Length	207.4 in (5268 mm)
Curb weight	5280 lb (2395 kg)
Related	Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

The Bentley Turbo RT, powered by a 6.8 L V8 engine with an output of 400 hp, was produced from 1997 to 1998. The RT was the last, rarest, most powerful and most expensive of the Turbo line. It is visually differentiated from other Bentley Turbo models by its sport wheels, radiator mesh grille and colour-coded bumpers with bright mesh inserts. The car's base price was US$211,600 (roughly US$65,000 more than the Turbo R), and just 50 units were produced. Because of its power and rarity, the RT is highly sought after by collectors.

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