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Bentley announces half-year sales record

Bentley attributes new model launches for record sales figures.
1 min read•9 Jul '14
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Bentley has sold 5,254 cars in the first six months of 2014, thereby accounting for a growth of 25 percent compared to the same period in 2013.

The British carmaker is on track to have the most successful year in its 95-year history. Bentley has said that introduction of new models - Continental GT V8 S coupe and convertible, new Flying Spur and Flying Spur V8 - have helped the company clock more sales this year.

The carmaker sold 1,388 cars in the US, an eight percent increase on the 1,282 cars delivered there last year.

Sales in China were up by 61 percent, to 1,318 cars in 2014. Strong performance in Germany helped Bentley post a sales increase of 11 percent for Europe. Deliveries in the UK also increased by two percent; 713 new cars were delivered compared with 698 in 2013. 

Kevin Rose, Bentley's sales, marketing and aftersales chief, said: "We continue to prove we are the world's most sought-after luxury car brand.

"It's vital to continuously develop in our exclusive market, as our customers are the most discerning. There is no question that some markets will remain tough but we are confident of a good 2014."

Bentley also enjoyed a record year in terms of delivery, turnover and profit in 2013.

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