I FOUND A WRECKED BENTLEY BENTAYGA AT AUCTION
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Check if your car was damaged with Car Vertical - 10% off here carvertical.com I won 2020 Bentley Bentaya at the Copart auction and i won!... But there was issue which meant i missed out but all my hopes were not fully wrecked as i later found another 2017 Bentayga listed at Copart but before i went for it i decide to go check it out.
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The video follows Mat Armstrong as he revisits Copart auction lot with the aim of evaluating a 2017 Bentley Bentayga that has been listed as a potential buy, after an earlier opportunity fell through. He explains the Copart process, how salvage auctions work, and why viewing a vehicle before bidding is valuable, highlighting the importance of inspection when a car is listed as non running or damaged. Throughout the visit, the focus is on a Bentayga with a W12 engine, fashionable carbon parts, and a largely intact exterior that suggests it may still offer meaningful part value or restoration potential. The host walks the audience through the visible damage, the interior condition, and the potential hidden costs associated with airbag deployment, a twisted sunroof, and a possibly compromised roofline that could affect structural integrity. He notes that even seemingly minor issues like a dropped air suspension on one corner can signal a larger frame or suspension problem, and he analyzes the potential total cost of rebuild versus potential resale value, inviting viewers to weigh the risk versus reward in a high-end luxury SUV project. By the end, the video frames a decision: bid cautiously or pass, given uncertainties around the engine, possible water/flood damage, and the significant labor required to restore the Bentayga to a safe, roadworthy condition. The episode blends practical mechanical observations with candid assessments of risk, while maintaining an engaging, personal tone that underscores the thrill and danger of chasing high-value salvage cars at auction.
Topics · autos & vehicles · cars & car culture · vehicle inspection · car restoration · luxury cars · auction bidding · risk assessment
Questions answered
- What factors make the Bentayga a risky buy at auction
- Key risks include potential water or flood damage to the engine, uncertain mileage and history, airbags and pyro fuse replacements, and suspensions or roof/frame misalignment which could drive up repair costs.
- Why is a non-running label not necessarily fatal for restoration projects
- A vehicle can be restorable if the electrical system, battery setup, and critical components like the intercooler or radiator can be serviced or replaced cost-effectively, though it increases overall project expense.
- How can buyers assess a salvage vehicle before bidding
- Inspect exterior and interior condition, verify airbags status, check for hidden structural damage, consult vehicle history and mileage checks, and estimate parts and labor costs in relation to potential resale value.