Hey Guys,

My father is interested in getting a new Flying Spur. Do dealers offer any discounts on this car? Or is it a MSRP only type of deal?

Also can anyone share what their leases look like? TIA!

 

If one cannot get a decent price in this market something is wrong!

 

Yea,

I'm sure you wont have a problem getting a deal on one at the moment.

I would buy a used one
let someone else take a hugeeeeeeeeeeeee hit.

 

True...

 

x2 on that

 

I owned a Flying Spur and by far it was the worst car I have ever owned. I traded it in for the S600 and I love every minute of it. The S600 is a much better car and 50k cheaper

 

Any chance you can elaborate on this?

I have not heard many folks down on the Spur, and it would be helpful to me to know what your experiences were.

I can say I'd never buy M-B again after what I have been through with them on a CL500. So it surprises me to hear how high you are on the S600.

 

The Bentley always had a steering wheel shake. The A/C condenser went out 2 times within 1000 miles, the navigation went out 2 times within 1000 miles. The interior is beautiful, but I am much happier with my S600. I paid 135 for my S600 and it has reclining rear seats, pano roof, ac/heated seats front and rear, massage seats front and rear. The flying spur didnt have any of those options and was 185k.

 

Agreed.

 

My mother doesn't really like it much either (compared to her previous S600).

The Flying Spur's technology is also prehistoric compared to the S-Class. The navigation system sucks and it doesn't drive as well as an S600 either.

Is he buying the Flying Spur for the perceived image? If not, tell him to get an S65 AMG.

 

If you're gonna buy a Spur......buy used. That's just my suggestion. As several previous posters mentioned, the market's so soft that a great deal can definitely be had on one now.

 

WOW!

Varying opinions which are indeed all valuable!

I just don't understand the allure for the M-B's unless the lower price makes them a good alternative for some.

 

Hey I know this is my first post here on 6speedonline but i have/has been on f-chat for a few years, My dad has a 2006 flying spur and loves it, i understand about the ac condenser because there was a recall they did on that in the first model year, the navigation I can agree with you on but the thing is it can be easily replaced for the new version navigation they did in 2007. also you most likely didnt get many options on your flying spur because it is availible with front and rear heated/ac seats, individual rear seating that allows the rear seats to recline, and the "massage" feature is standard for both front and rear seats. Just one question, does your S600 have all wheel drive? Twin turbochargers that get you from zero to 60 in 4.5 seconds? a 3 year unlimited mile warranty that also includes free service? IMHO i truely think that the bentley continental is the perfect package for a car, it has everyday practicality, status, great performance, fun, pretty, and isnt a arm and a leg to pay for get serviced. Just my opinion.

 

i would bet you would be able to drive a good deal on a slightly used version and still have the peace of mind of a full warranty. perhaps this might be a smart place to open dialogues with dealers. if they have new models they are keen to shift or deal on then im sure it will come out as part of the conversation and you will find out how they are comparing against msrp without directly asking

 

Why does your father exactly want a Continental Flying Spur?

When I hear the bad things about a Conti FS on this forum, I would go for an S 65 AMG (W221), or even an Arnage. But I don't know your budget and prices in the US...