Bentley’s half year sales leap 23%
BENTLEY Motors, the Crewe-based designer and manufacturer of luxury cars, says it is on track for another record year after a 23% in half year sales.
The company, owned by German automotive giant Volkswagen, said it had delivered 5,254 cars in the first six months of 2014, up from 4,270 in the first half of 2013.
It reported srong growth across every region, with large increases in China and the Middle East, increasing by 61% and 27% respectively.
This was driven by new model introductions, with the Continental GT V8 S coupe and convertible, and Flying Spur and Flying Spur V8, entering the market.
Kevin Rose, board member for sales, marketing and aftersales, said:
“There is simply no-one in the luxury automotive sector that can match these results. 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.”
The Americas region, remained Bentley’s number one market, and saw sales rise 8% to 1,388 cars.
In China, the launch of the Flying Spur and Flying Spur V8 powered sales from 817 to 1,318 cars.
Strong performance in Germany helped Europe post a sales increase of 11%. 825 cars were delivered, in comparison to 740 cars in 2013.
Deliveries in the UK also increased, by 2%. Rising from 698 in 2013, 713 cars were delivered, amongst the best UK performance at this stage.
