Bentley Mulsanne for Export from Dubai

Bentley Mulsanne for export from Dubai: a flagship that is no longer built

Production of the Bentley Mulsanne ended in 2020, and Bentley has not built a car in its place. That single fact frames any Bentley Mulsanne for export from Dubai. You are buying a finished model, hand-built in Crewe, with a bonnet that covers an engine design going back decades. It sits at the top of the Bentley range as it stood during its life, above the Flying Spur and well above the Continental GT.

The Mulsanne is a big four-door saloon and its character differs from the other Bentleys. It leans toward comfort and presence, and the driving is secondary. The used Bentley Mulsanne page for Dubai covers cars sold for use inside the UAE, while this page is for a car that will be shipped out.

Bentley built the car by hand, and the paperwork reflects that. Each Mulsanne has a build record that lists its exact colour, hide, veneer and options. Asking for that record early saves time, because it tells you whether the car matches the photographs and the listing.

Few were built compared with mainstream saloons, so the choice is limited and the details of each car matter. Condition, history and specification vary a great deal from one example to the next.

Where this Mulsanne sits: 2010 to 2020 and the 2016 update

The name Mulsanne was used on earlier Bentleys too, and the 1980s saloon carried it. The car sold in recent years is the one introduced in 2009 and delivered from 2010. It is a clean-sheet design, longer and lower than the older models.

A mid-life update arrived in 2016. It brought a revised front end with a more upright grille, new lighting and updated technology in the cabin. Alongside it came the long-wheelbase version, which stretches the rear passenger space. Cars built before the update look slightly different and use older infotainment.

The last Mulsanne left the factory in 2020, after a final run of special editions. If you are looking at a late car, ask whether it belongs to one of those, as a documented limited edition carries a premium. Without a certificate, the claim is only marketing.

The 6.75 litre V8 and the Speed version

Every Mulsanne carries a twin-turbo 6.75 litre V8 whose design history stretches back to the 1950s, heavily updated, and it is known for strong low-speed pull. Power is delivered through an automatic gearbox to the rear wheels. It is a relaxed engine, not a high-revving one.

The Speed version raised output and added firmer settings, along with a different look. The standard car stays the most common one. The listing here does not state which version it is, so ask and compare the answer with the registration paperwork and the engine plate.

The engine's age is part of its appeal for some buyers and part of its risk for others. Its basic layout is proven, but it is a large unit with a lot of plumbing, and the turbochargers, hoses and cooling parts all have a service life. A car with documented work on those items is a safer buy than one that is simply low on mileage.

Fuel consumption is heavy and worth planning for. A big V8 with this much weight uses a lot of fuel, and some countries tax engines of this size at a high rate. Servicing also takes time, as many jobs are done by hand.

Body, wheelbase and rear seats

At the time of its launch the Mulsanne was Bentley's largest car, and it still dwarfs the Flying Spur in the way it sits on the road. Its roofline is tall, its doors are large and the rear passengers sit higher than in a sporting saloon.

The Mulsanne is a four-door saloon with seats for four or five. The standard version has generous rear space, and the long-wheelbase car adds more again. Rear seats can be fitted with electric adjustment, picnic tables, and veneered panels, all of which depend on the individual car.

Test every rear control. Faults here are a common source of dispute, and replacing a veneered panel or a seat motor is costly. Ask how the car was used, because a car driven by its owner shows different wear to one that spent years carrying passengers in the back.

The car is long and heavy, and shipping it takes careful loading. Provide your forwarder with exact dimensions, particularly for the long-wheelbase car. Some container sizes are too tight, so roll-on roll-off shipping is often used. Mention the car's low nose to the loading crew.

What sets the price of a Mulsanne sold for export

The version is the largest factor, with the Speed and the long-wheelbase cars priced above the standard. Model year follows, and post-2016 cars cost more than earlier ones because of the updated styling and equipment.

Mileage and history carry the usual weight, and on a hand-built car the service record counts for more. A set of dealer stamps with detailed invoices tells the next owner that the car has been kept in order. Gaps lower the offer.

Specification is the part that surprises buyers. Mulliner builds were commissioned in many forms, and a rare combination of colour and trim can be worth more to a collector. It can also make a car hard to sell. Check which camp the car falls in.

Add freight and tax at the destination. A V8 of this size can attract high duty, and shipping a car of this length costs more than a standard saloon. Calculate the delivered figure before choosing between listings.

Gulf-specification cars versus cars from other markets

The Mulsanne was a popular choice in the Gulf, and many cars were supplied here new through the regional importer. A Gulf car is set up for hot weather and has its service record in that network. The air conditioning and the cooling system were designed for the heat.

Heat has a different effect on a car of this age than on a newer one. Leather dries, veneers can lift at the edges and rubber bushes harden. A Gulf car that has been garaged is often fine, while one left in the sun for years shows it in the dashboard top and the door seals. Look at those areas in photographs.

Cars from elsewhere differ in equipment and in lights. A European car may have different headlights, speed units and options. These are not obstacles for export but they affect how the car is documented at the destination.

Because the car is out of production, parts supply matters. The Bentley network can still supply parts for the Mulsanne, but some trim items on special builds are made to order. Ask the seller whether the car has any unusual parts, and check with a Bentley specialist near your destination that they can look after it.

Buying a Mulsanne in Dubai for export: the sequence

Start with your own country's import rules. Write down the age limit, emissions standard, steering side and port paperwork before choosing a car. A Mulsanne is a heavy, large-engined car, so check the tax as well.

Browse the cars listed here and speak to a few sellers. OneClickDrive is a car marketplace that connects you to verified UAE sellers and charges no commission. We do not inspect, document or ship anything, so you and the seller agree the terms.

Ask for the registration document, VIN, service record and a full set of photographs, including the rear compartment and the underside. Engage a Bentley specialist to inspect the car, because the air suspension, electronics and brakes can hide costly faults.

The seller handles the UAE registration cancellation and export papers, and your forwarder handles the shipping. Have both confirm their steps. Put the car, the VIN, the price and the timeline in a written agreement before any deposit, and keep the balance until the papers are ready.

Age limits, emissions and what to ask before paying

Because the Mulsanne ended in 2020, the newest car is already some years old, and a few countries count from the build date. The earliest cars are older still. Ask the authority which date it uses and whether a car of that age is allowed.

Emissions are the larger obstacle. A 6.75 litre turbocharged V8 is a thirsty engine, and some markets restrict or tax it heavily. A few have no issue. This is the point on which buyers are most often caught, so get the answer from the authority.

All UAE-market cars are left-hand drive, so a country that registers only right-hand-drive cars is out. Do not plan a conversion for a car of this build.

A word on registration status. A car that has been registered in the Emirates for years will have a clean paper trail, while one that arrived through a private import needs a closer look at the customs record. Ask for the original customs papers where the car was not supplied by the regional importer, and check that the chassis number in them matches the car.

Before you pay, check the car is free of fines and finance, that the VIN agrees across the car and all papers, and that there is no accident history. Ask about the air suspension, brakes, hydraulic items and electronics. Ask for the build sheet. Get every reply in writing.

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