Bentley From the original 3 Litre to the current Continental GT and Mulsanne

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Old Dec 24, 2012 | 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by blackgtc
Side rockers on the GT convertible are different to accommodate the added stiffening. Supersport rear bumper cover is wider and will require slight modification to interchange.
So the side rockers on the GTC up to 2011 is a different size and fitment side rocker ? Or is it just a stronger FRP material?
 
Old Dec 24, 2012 | 11:14 AM
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So the side rockers on the GTC up to 2011 is a different size and fitment side rocker ? Or is it just a stronger FRP material?
Not really sure about the rocker material composition.....
 
Old Dec 24, 2012 | 01:02 PM
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Originally Posted by blackgtc
Not really sure about the rocker material composition.....
But will the side skirts from 04 to 11 GT fit an 04 to 11 GTC? Or is it just a larger or smaller fitment side skirt all together?
 
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Reviving this thread :

Would a Supersports bumper fit 2004 GT?

I heard that I need a new front grille assembly as well ($2k) to avoid the gap.

Is this true?
 
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Just thought I'd share What I found:

1. According to http://Supertweaks.com (super helpful folks from UK), SS front bumper will fit on 04 GT no problem
2. The gap seems to be pretty small. The newer grille seems to be more upright. I had to examine different pictures carefully to spot the exact difference between the older radiator assembly and the newer one. The new grille assembly runs about $2k + painting. I don't think it is worth it.

a) My car
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c) 05 GT with SS Bumper (courtesy of supertweaks.com); you'll notice a tiny gap

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Old Oct 30, 2019 | 04:49 AM
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Cool, thank you!!
 
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Stunning. Thank you for the vital information. The conversion appears totally worth your hard work and research.
 
Old Nov 23, 2019 | 11:38 AM
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Finally got my car back. Still need to order a few more items tho. I think I should have ordered the chrome grill inserts instead of the black.



 
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Looks Fantastic!!! That really upgraded the look of your Bentley.
 
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Yes, Id go lower chrome grills, I upgraded my previous Bentley and it transformed the car. Purched them from a UK grill specialist, they weren't expensive and the quality was 10/10.
 
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Yes, Id go lower chrome grills, I upgraded my previous Bentley and it transformed the car. Purched them from a UK grill specialist, they weren't expensive and the quality was 10/10.
Mind giving up the info for this grill specialist so I can check them out?
 
Old Nov 24, 2019 | 05:03 PM
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As we share the same surname :

https://www.zunsport.com/index.php?r...search=bentley

ZunSport, they make grills for most vehicles.

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Thank you
 
Old Nov 25, 2019 | 11:22 AM
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To anyone that did the facelift bumper, can you tell me if this is "normal" and if the speed bumper had the chrome headlamp trim? I never really noticed that space on the old bumper.
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Edit: I think I found my answer. Looks like I may order the chrome bezels if this bothers me enough.
 

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Old Nov 27, 2019 | 01:33 PM
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Looks good TeamJones!

Chrome trim rings would look good and you can get the lower grills painted in a chrome/clear. I believe the factory grill is chromed plastic. At least it looks like it.

Just got my xlcusive bumper and have yet to unwrap. Was a bit of a hassle and an unexpected $600 in fees out of pocket, to retrieve it from the port (on top of the 300 pounds shipping).

My body shop guy is telling me how difficult bentley bumpers are and so forth, so will have to line up a more honest one. Will post some pics.
 

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