2006 Bentley Arnage R Mulliner

KEY FACTS

• A rare and highly specified modern classic luxury grand tourer, this Bentley Arnage R Mulliner is an unusually appointed example that was originally configured as Bentley Birmingham’s demonstrator car, featuring bespoke factory enhancements and reported by Bentley as a one-of-one specification.
• It is powered by a twin-turbocharged 6.75-litre V8, delivering power to the rear wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission.
• First registered in March 2006, this example has been with the seller for four years.
• This example was reportedly specified by Bentley Birmingham's Andrew Johnson and reportedly sold new in 2006 for approximately £280,000, with extensive demonstrator-only specification enhancements added to the order.
• The odometer indicates 31,427 miles, which the seller believes to be the genuine total.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This example is stated to be based on an Arnage R platform but configured with numerous Arnage T and Mulliner-derived factory elements, creating an unusually specified car distinct from standard production examples.
• This example is finished in the stylish shade of Diamond Black, over a Magnolia leather-trimmed interior, featuring a contrasting Beluga Black upper dashboard and carpets, Pampas seat belts, diamond-quilted inserts on the seats and door cards, embroidered Bentley crests on the seat backs, and wood veneer and chrome trim.
• It rides on a set of 19-inch five-spoke split-rim alloy wheels with red Bentley-branded centre caps, framing silver brake callipers, and fitted with Pirelli P Zero tyres.
• Equipment includes front and rear parking sensors, cruise control, electric windows, switchable sport mode, electrically adjustable heated front seats with four-position memory, rear picnic tables, glass storage in the back of the front seats, rear entertainment screens, a refrigerated rear compartment, a rear Bentley-branded telephone, an outside temperature gauge, an analogue clock, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, and a substantial Alpine sound system with boot-mounted amplifiers and CD multichanger.
• This example has been fitted with an Alpine CD stereo with DAB+ radio and Bluetooth connectivity, though the original Alpine stereo is included in the sale.
• The unique exterior specification includes an Arnage T front valance and grille, Arnage T front wings with Le Mans Series lower wing sections, quad exhaust finishers, and a revised rear bumper treatment.
• The car is accompanied by its handbook pack, service booklet, maintenance paperwork dating from 2016 onwards, and two original keys.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: a slight dent is visible under certain lighting conditions, adjacent to the driver's door keyhole area. Slight colour wear is present on the driver's seat bolster and seat surface, though the seller reports no damage to the leather itself.
• The seller states that the most recent MOT test was on 17 March 2026.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Arnage’s most recent maintenance was carried out in April 2026 at an indicated 31,385 miles by Balmoral Bentley, consisting of a 10,000-mile Arnage R service together with an engine drive belt replacement.
• Previous maintenance in February 2024 at an indicated 30,870 miles by Balmoral Bentley comprised a 10-year service, including the replacement of a leaking gearbox tail shaft seal.
• Previous maintenance in June 2022 at an indicated 29,631 miles included parking sensor repairs, rectification of an auto ride fault, and wheel wobble diagnosis work.
• The seller states that during their ownership, both batteries were replaced in 2025, battery conditioners were fitted, and all four wheels were refurbished by Planet Alloys.

Dates and Mileages:

• Jun 2006 – 2,415 miles – (reported)
• Jul 2007 – 7,336 miles – (reported)
• Jul 2011 – 15,653 miles – (reported)
• Sep 2012 – 16,020 miles – (reported)
• Apr 2016 – 18,103 miles – (reported)
• Apr 2017 – 22,265 miles – (reported)
• Mar 2018 – 25,339 miles – Balmoral Bentley (evidenced)
• May 2019 – 27,134 miles – Balmoral Bentley (evidenced)
• May 2020 – 27,988 miles – Balmoral Bentley (evidenced)
• Feb 2024 – 30,870 miles – Balmoral Bentley (evidenced)
• Apr 2026 – 31,385 miles – Balmoral Bentley (evidenced)

SUMMARY

This Bentley Arnage R Mulliner presents an unusual opportunity to acquire a highly specified example, which was reportedly configured as a Bentley demonstrator vehicle with a one-off factory specification. Combining the Arnage R’s effortless turbocharged V8 performance and traditional luxury with numerous Arnage T exterior enhancements and bespoke Mulliner appointments, it stands apart from standard production examples. With a substantial equipment list and a timeless colour scheme, it would make a distinctive addition to any collection of modern luxury cars, equally suited to lavish daily driving, weekend cruising, and long-distance touring alike.

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