Rolls-Royce & Bentley Driver

Celebrating two of Britain's most prestigious automotive marques, Rolls-Royce & Bentley Driver magazine is the definitive publication for all Rolls-Royce and Bentley enthusiasts and owners. Principally focusing on the classic models of these luxurious car brands, it will offer comprehensive coverage of the most popular versions from both Rolls-Royce and Bentley, ranging from immediately after WW2 up to around the turn of the millennium. Undoubtedly, there will be some coverage of pre-war models, and we will feature modern classics such as the Bentley GT coupe. Whatever the model, however, our aim with Rolls-Royce & Bentley Driver magazine is to offer a mix of owners' stories, buying advice, technical hints and tips and inspiration on how to restore, maintain, and, crucially, enjoy your favourite Rolls-Royce or Bentley.

Rolls-Royce & Bentley Driver

Bentley Bloodlines

ROLLS-ROYCE MARKS 'A GRAND SUCCESSION'

90 YEARS OF DERBY BENTLEYS • The first Bentleys built under Rolls-Royce ownership had a lot to live up to, yet the Silent Sports Cars became some of the most admired Bentley models of all. We take to the road in a 3½-litre example and a 4¼-litre successor.

SELLING THE 'SILENT SPORTS CAR'

A BIG BIRTHDAY • Autumn 2023 marks 90 years since the launch of the Derby Bentley, commemorated with a major event created by the Silent Sports Car Club, presented over four days in late September. Andrew Feaver attended for RR&BD.

AUCTION TRACKER • Following the highs and lows and analysing the Rolls-Royce and Bentley trends within the UK auction scene: this edition’s tracker covers the 12-month period from 1 November 2022 to the end of October 2023, with the trend assessed on a 12-month rolling basis.

MARKET WATCH • Each issue, we take a look at some of the most tempting cars for sale and report on others that have sold – covering everything from affordable modern classics through to the most premium-priced gems

FOR THE LONG RUN • This early Phantom VII may be the finest long-journey car money can buy, but it’s also the one its owner has held onto for longer than any other Rolls-Royce or Bentley. An interesting history and unique features only add to the appeal

YOUR SHOUT • Got something to say about anything Rolls-Royce or Bentley related? Then we want to hear it!

BUILDING THE BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT • The first Bentley introduced after Volkswagen’s takeover would be the most important new model for 70 years. Now, two decades on from the launch, those with hands-on involvement give us a glimpse of the Continental GT’s creation.

JONATHAN LAYFIELD, CHASSIS ENGINEERING

CHRIS COLE, PROJECT LEADER

CLIVE WALKER, BUILDING THE PROTOTYPES

DRIVING THE CONTINENTAL GT • As the first of the VW-era Bentleys celebrates its 20th birthday, we compare the original GT with the current model and revisit some highlights along the way

SUPERSPORTS

A COLOURFUL CHARACTER • This is one of a few Rolls-Royces built for the oil millionaire Nubar Gulbenkian and probably the least outrageous, yet it was still enough of a head turner to find itself a movie role in a true cult classic

WEIRD OR WONDERFUL? - GULBENKIAN'S OTHER CARS

ALL GOOD THINGS! • Winter always presents a good opportunity for Club members to reflect on the past year, while looking ahead to an exciting calendar of events planned for the next 12 months

SILVER SHADOW WORKSHOP • One of the most popular Rolls-Royce models made an excellent subject for an expert-led technical workshop run by the Club’s East Midlands Section, at home in a city with so much Rolls-Royce heritage, Derby.

LIGHTNESS OF TOUCH • Some of the most popular coachbuilt bodies on the Bentley MkVI chassis were the advanced ‘Lightweight’ saloons by...