As this seems to be my first post on this particular site (after lurking for quite a few years), a short introduction: I've had a few "fun" cars since the 80's but this is the first time I'm considering something a bit more mature than obnoxiously loud fire-breathing 2(+2, max) -seaters or semi-dedicated offroaders. Maybe I'm getting old or something?

In any case, mid-2000's Bentleys have become so ridiculously cheap that they're awfully tempting. I'm no stranger getting my hands dirty as a long time hobby, all the way to engine rebuilds and SMD car electronics repair, and a good friend of mine is an RS-certified VAG mechanic so running and maintenance costs shouldn't be prohibitively high for what essentially is another nice-to-have car and occasional daily driver.

I've tried to familiarize myself with everything there is to know in advance, as well as locate good sources for spare parts, but there's one question I haven't been able to find an answer for:

Is the adjustable rear seat w/ massage a 4-seater option only or has it been available with 5-seat configuration?

This is a bit of a dilemma since I highly prefer having five seats for practicality but on the other hand my older kids will drive me and my wife around every now and then so I'd love to have all available rear seat creature comforts if that's possible at all.

So... am I on a wild goose chase trying to find a five-seater with massage option? Model years (first registration) are limited to Dec 2007 or earlier because of tax reasons so we're talking about '05-'07 cars now.

All information is much appreciated.

 

Welcome aboard @hq_ !

Johnny

 

Thanks, Johnny.

And, answering my own question: yes, the rear seat massage HAS been available with five seat configuration. Option code 4D2.

 

Don't expect too much from the massage function in the rear seats. My Phaeton has this and the massage is even less forceful than on the front seats.

 

Thanks for the tip. It's more a matter of principle, having another option to entertain you on longer trips. My back is already so [honk]ed up, including broken vertebrae and torn muscles that have healed only partly, that a particularly forceful massage option wouldn't necessarily be a good idea. Something subtle just because you can? Yes please.