Bentley Motors is proud to unveil exciting plans for a stunning new showroom which will open shortly on the banks of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey. The new showroom will mark the entry of Bentley Motors into the Turkish market and highlights the importance of the developing Eastern markets to the continued growth of the brand. The opening of Bentley Istanbul will bring the marque’s network of dealerships to 141 in 46 countries worldwide and is testimony to the extraordinary success Bentley has enjoyed with its compelling range of cars.

Since 2003, six new models have been added to the Bentley range, which now caters for every taste among its discerning customer base. The four-door Arnage, Azure convertible and new Brooklands coupe represent the very pinnacle of luxury, handcrafted performance motoring, while the highly acclaimed Continental range (available in coupe, convertible and four-door form) represents the ultimate blend of sophisticated technology and outstanding design.

Bentley Istanbul will be run by Dogus Otomotiv, importer of Volkswagen Group brands in Turkey and follows closely the opening of new Bentley dealerships in Moscow, Russia and Kiev, Ukraine. Dogus Otomotive’s commitment to its new partnership is reflected in the substantial investment it has made in the new showroom, which offers full aftersales service from its highly trained engineers.

Welcoming the new partnership, Bentley Motors member of the board, Sales and Marketing, Stuart McCullough said: “We are very proud to have found such a strong and professional partner as Dogus Otomotiv. They have operated very successfully in Turkey for many years and will bring great credit to Bentley."

Attending the forthcoming opening of the new Bentley Istanbul showroom will be Bentley Chairman and Chief Executive Dr. Franz-Josef Paefgen, Bentley Le Mans winner 2003 Guy Smith and former world rally champion Juha Kankkunen.