Registration No: DK09 HZT
Chassis No: 13572
MOT: May 2026
Warranted 9,000 miles from new
One of just 33 RHD cars made during the 2009 model year
Initially retained by Bentley's 'Press & Special Car' Division
Comprehensive maintenance with the Crewe factory and Bentley Manchester
Probably the best example on the market today
Last of the 'old school' Bentley saloons with its roots in the pre-Volkswagen era, the Arnage R was revised for a final time ahead of the 2007 model year. A fitting swansong, these 'last-of-the-line' cars were praised by the contemporary motoring press for the enhanced driving experience they offered. Updated with a new roller tappet system and lower inertia twin turbochargers, the venerable 6761cc pushrod OHV V8 engine developed a faintly ridiculous 450bhp and 645lbft of torque (matching the outputs of its more overtly sporting T sibling). However, it was the adoption of ZF's advanced 5HP30 six-speed automatic gearbox with state-of-the-art computer management and three transmission modes (Drive, Sport and Semi-Auto) which proved the real game changer. New 'Thin Film' driver information display panels gave the dashboard a more contemporary look / feel, while other interior revisions comprised a Bluetooth integrated telephone system and sleeker gear lever surround. More cosseting than the Arnage T and a somewhat subtler proposition, the last Arnage R cars were nevertheless reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 5.5 seconds and 168mph. Of the mere 105 cars built during the 2009 model year only 33 were to right-hand drive specification.
Finished in Tungsten Metallic with Magnolia leather upholstery and dark wood veneers, this superlative example is warranted to have covered just 9,000 miles from new. Notably well specified with an electric sunroof (typically the cost of a small hatchback), front / rear parking sensors, cruise control, heated / memory / power seats, 'comfort operation' electric windows, multi-function leather / wood steering wheel, special order 8J x 19 six-spoke alloy wheels and air-conditioning etc, chassis 13572 was initially retained by Bentley's 'Press & Special Car' Division. First registered as 'DK09 HZT' on July 6th 2009, the Arnage R underwent its Pre-Delivery Inspection and First Service at the Crewe factory. Twice entrusted to Bentley Manchester since then with its most recent visit being on May 29th this year, the four-seater drove extremely well during our recent photography session. Passing its most recent MOT test with 'no advisories', the relevant certificate does not expire until May 2026. The best Arnage R we have had the pleasure of offering and surely one of the lowest mileage 2009 cars extant, 'DK09 HZT' is worthy of close inspection. Cherished by just two private keepers over the past sixteen years, accompanying paperwork includes the original book pack, service book, 'Quick User' guides, Bentley Manchester invoice and assorted MOTs. One for the 'Winged B' devotee and quite possibly the finest Arnage R on the market?
For more information, please contact:
Damian Jones
damian.jones@handh.co.uk
07855 493737
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