The 2001 Bentley Arnage Red Label is one of the best options for people looking for a luxurious classic that won't break the bank. Bentley introduced the Arnage line in 1998 as a sister model to the Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. These were the first revamped car models for both car makers since the 1980s, were they worth the wait? The Arnage came fitted with a third-party engine for the first time in Bentley's history. The Red Label was launched after the custody battle between VW and BMW for the Rolls Royce and Bentley production. Older Arnage models (called the Green Label) came equipped with BMW engines, while the relaunched Red Label was fitted with the powerful 6.75-liter V8. This gave the car 400 horsepower and 619 foot pounds of torque. With an interior that is all about refined luxury and comfort, a heavy chassis, and a long wheelbase, the Arnage Red Label remains a luxury car with a supercar engine to offer an incredibly comfortable yet powerful drive—no compromises here.
The Arnage Red Label reflects the peak of Bentley's ambition to offer speed, luxury, and sportscar-like performance in its cars. This car weighs 5,500 pounds empty, floats silently on straight roads, and takes turns better than cars that are half its weight. The steering looks light for such a heavy car, but you get used to it. The gearbox is smooth, and the transmission owns the vehicle and the road. This is impressive, primarily as the V8 lets the car hit 60-mph in under 6 seconds. It needs just 2.2 seconds to go from 30 to 50 mph. The suspension is shaped like a double wishbone and supported by a computer-controlled electro-hydraulic damping. The car is loaded with options for traction and stability controls, ride height selection, ABS, and speed-sensitive steering. There are also options like power-folding side mirrors, one-touch operation for windows, parking distance control, electrically adjustable rear seats, GPS navigation, and an all-leather interior with 23 colors available.
The Bentley Arnage's interior is like a masculine living room, with deep, comfy seats that feel like your favorite sofas. The interior is made from Nappa leather and woodwork which is amongst the best of English car making. The car has options of bird's-eye maple, oak, and walnut in wood finishes and black lacquer interior trim to complement the leather upholstery offered in 23 colors. The console has a high-tech satellite navigation system and a pop-up display screen that slides into the dashboard when not in use. Most cars offer automatic controls for the front seats to facilitate easy entry and exit. However, the Arnage provides this feature for the back seats as well. The Arnage is a saloon, but its height offers a view that is similar to that provided by many SUVs. The seat and steering adjustment controls offer a wide range of settings. The car's visibility is excellent, and the parking sensors make it easy to park this large car in smaller spaces. The dashboard is simple and has a range of white-on-black dials and switches. The car has a lot of storage, with door pockets, an oversized glove box, and a large cubby hole between the front seats.
Inside the Arnage, you seem to be in a giant cocoon of comfort and luxury. The exterior supports this image. The car is 212 inches long, almost as big as a Lincoln Town Car. Full loads can go up to 6,275 pounds. The car is available in 27 exterior finishes, and custom finishes are also available. The vehicle has a considerable boot, large enough to hold multiple suitcases. The car has an impressive front grill, delicate yet grand, and four separate front lights fitted into a flowy indent in the bonnet. The radiator grill looks boxy yet delicate, while the back appears tapered due to the side curves moving down to the rear lights. This is a sturdy, strong car, but the grill helps add some delicacy to the exterior.
The 2001 Arnage Red Label has a four-speed automatic transmission and a turbo 6.7-liter V-8 engine with 400 horsepower. With a base body weight of 5,500 pounds, the car should be a handful to drive on any road and in any situation. However, it is a testament to the Bentley engineers that the vehicle is amazingly light to steer, smooth to drive, and offers much less body roll. It is smooth around turnings, and its only challenge is fitting it into compact parking spots designed for much smaller cars. The tires are large, as they should be, and they perform well under all conditions and can outmaneuver many smaller vehicles on the road. The car also brakes smoothly and lightly for its body weight. The only drawback is its poor fuel average and high emissions. The car gives an average of 14 mpg.
The 2001 Bentley Arnage Red Label first sold for $198,400, and while it has depreciated a little more than its Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph cousin (which was discontinued early in 2003), its prices have dropped drastically. The sturdy engineering means that the average, well-maintained car should not have any major issues apart from the normal wear and tear expected from a 20-year-old car. The standard Arnage Red Label should cost you around $30,000. If buying a Bentley interests you, we've got you covered here at Exotic Car Trader. Our platform has a host of Bentley Arnage models for sale, check back regularly as we update our Bentley listings frequently.
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