Bentley Continental GT Parts & Accessories | GT & GTC

OEM Bentley Continental GT Parts

The Continental GT is the car that transformed Bentley into a volume grand touring manufacturer, and it remains the marque's highest-volume model worldwide. Our catalogue covers all three generations — the original 3W, the second-generation 3W facelift, and the current BY — across the W12, V8 and V8 S variants, plus GTC convertibles, Speed and Supersports models.

Every part is sourced through the official supply chain and matched to chassis code, engine code and production date. That matters here because the Continental GT shares a great deal of its underlying engineering with the Volkswagen Group — the first two generations with the Phaeton platform, the current car with the Porsche Panamera's MSB architecture. Some components cross-reference to VW, Audi or Porsche part numbers and many emphatically do not, particularly anything to do with the body, interior or air suspension calibration. Send us your VIN and we will confirm before you order.

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Shop genuine and OEM Bentley Continental GT parts and accessories for the GT and GTC convertible, including the Speed and Supersports, across the W12 and V8 engines and every generation. The Continental GT is the car that turned Bentley into a volume grand-touring maker, and it is still the marque’s best-selling model. This page lists the parts we currently offer, from air suspension and brakes to filters, cooling and trim. If the part or accessory you need isn’t shown, send your VIN or part number and we will source it and confirm price and lead time.

Bentley Continental GT Parts by Generation

Every part is matched to chassis code, engine code and production date. That matters because the Continental GT shares a lot of its engineering with the Volkswagen Group — the first two generations with the Phaeton platform, the third with the Porsche Panamera’s MSB architecture. Some components cross-reference to VW, Audi or Porsche part numbers and many emphatically do not, particularly body, interior and air suspension calibration. Send your VIN and we will confirm before you order.

Generation	Years	Engines	What to know when ordering
First generation (3W)	2003–2011	6.0 twin-turbo W12	GTC convertible from 2006, Supersports from 2009. Recurring work: air suspension struts and compressor, W12 ignition components, cooling plastics and front control arm bushings on a two-and-a-half-tonne car.
Second generation (3W facelift)	2011–2018	W12 and 4.0 twin-turbo V8 (V8 from 2012)	Revised styling and interior, with a further facelift in 2015. The V8 is the more serviceable engine. Recurring items: air suspension, brake wear and the V8 water pump and thermostat housing.
Third generation (BY)	2018–2024	W12 and V8	MSB platform shared with the Porsche Panamera, three-chamber air suspension and 48-volt active anti-roll control. Driver assistance hardware and lighting are model-year specific.
Newer plug-in hybrid cars	2024 onward	V8 plug-in hybrid	High-voltage hybrid components and their own part numbers. Send your VIN so we can confirm what we can source.

Bentley Continental GT Accessories

On a Bentley, “accessories” usually means the factory-designed options that sit on top of the car rather than the mechanical parts underneath. For the Continental GT, Bentley has offered:

• A carbon fibre styling specification with front splitter, side sills, boot-lip spoiler and rear diffuser
• Front wing vents
• Model-specific car covers, indoor and outdoor
• A battery charger and conditioner
• Luggage sets fitted to the boot
• Self-levelling wheel badges, and wheel and paint protection options

Availability and fitment depend on generation and model year, and many accessories are ordered through Bentley’s own channels. We can check availability and quote genuine accessories to order — send your VIN and the accessory name or part number. Styling parts in particular differ between generations, so we confirm fitment by VIN before dispatch.

Bentley GTC Accessories

GTC owners often look for items that suit an open car: a model-specific car cover, a battery conditioner for a car that stands for long periods, and exterior and interior trim. Convertible parts differ from the coupé, so tell us whether yours is a GT or a GTC when you enquire.

Trim and brightwork we currently list

We list exterior grille parts for the Continental GT and GTC, labeled aftermarket where they are third-party. For original-equipment trim, grilles, lighting and interior parts, send your VIN. Trim part numbers are tied to interior specification, veneer and hide codes, and a high proportion of these cars carry Mulliner or bespoke commissioning, which makes standard catalogue matching unreliable.

Bentley Continental GT Parts Currently Listed

• Front air suspension strut set — 4W0616039AD / 4W0616040AD
• Front and rear brake pad kit — 3W0698151AA / 3W5698451B
• Front control arm and bushing kit — 3W0407505 / 3W0407151
• Wheel hub bearing — 3W0407613E
• Electric parking brake motor — 3W0698996E
• Pollen, air and oil filter service set (W12)
• Air filter set (W12) — 3W0129620B / 3W0129620C
• Master window and release switch — 3W3959857D
• Right main grille insert — 3W0853684A (aftermarket)
• Grille retaining strip — 3W0806499 (aftermarket)

Bentley Continental GT Parts by Category

• Bentley brakes — pads, rotors and wear sensors
• Bentley air & oil filters
• Air suspension compressors
• Shock absorbers and axle & steering
• Coolant parts and exhaust & cooling
• Transmission parts and transmission mounts
• Service kits
• Radiator grilles and body parts

Continental GT Service Priorities

Air suspension

Fitted to every Continental GT and the dominant ownership cost on the model. Struts, compressor, valve block, air lines and ride height sensors form one connected system rather than four independent corners. The failure chain is consistent: a strut leaks, the compressor runs continuously to compensate, and the compressor burns out second. If the car settles overnight, rises slowly, or the compressor runs longer than it used to, address it straight away — catching the strut early often saves the compressor. Replace struts in axle pairs. In GCC ambient temperatures the compressor works considerably harder than the European design case assumed.

Brakes

Two and a half tonnes makes brakes a consumable rather than a long-life item, and pad and disc specification varies by engine and by whether carbon ceramic brakes were optioned. Ceramic discs need ceramic-specific pad compounds — conventional pads destroy the friction layer within a service interval, and ceramic discs cannot be resurfaced. The pad wear sensor is a separate part number front and rear and is single-use.

Cooling

The W12 is densely packaged and access dominates the cost of any cooling repair, which is the argument for replacing hoses, clamps, O-rings and the expansion tank while the area is already open. The V8 has a known water pump and thermostat housing seepage point that shows as a sweet smell and a slowly falling expansion tank long before any temperature warning. Moulded hoses and plastic cooling components harden faster in Gulf heat than in the European design case, and the correct coolant specification matters.

Filters and service consumables

Service intervals are set by time as well as distance, and many Continental GTs cover low annual mileage. A car doing 4,000 km a year still needs its annual oil and filter service, because oil degrades by oxidation and moisture contamination, not only by use. The W12 and the 4.0 V8 take entirely different filter elements. Order the complete service kit, since the sump plug sealing washer and filter housing O-rings are single-use and are the items most often missing when a service stalls halfway.

Transmission and driveline

Early cars use the ZF 6HP, later cars the ZF 8HP, and the third generation uses a dual-clutch transmission. These are three different families with three different fluid specifications, so confirm which your car carries before ordering anything. Harsh 1–2 shifts, delayed engagement from Park and torque converter lock-up shudder around 40–70 km/h are the early signals on the torque-converter cars. All Continental GTs are all-wheel drive, and the transfer case carries its own fluid and service requirement. A driveline clunk is often a mount rather than a gearbox fault.

Electrical and sensors

Most faults presented as module failures turn out to be sensor, earth or connector faults — crankshaft and camshaft position sensors, oxygen sensors, wheel speed sensors, ride height sensors and corroded connectors. Battery condition deserves particular attention: these cars carry a heavy parasitic load and are often left standing, and a degraded battery produces a multi-module fault cascade that looks alarming on a scan and clears once voltage is restored. Confirm battery and charging health before condemning a module, and use a conditioner if the car is stored. See electrical parts and oxygen sensors.

How to Order the Right Continental GT Part

1. Identify your car — generation, GT or GTC, W12 or V8, and any special model such as Speed, Supersports or Mulliner. Your VIN confirms it.
2. Find the part number — it is often marked on the old part or its label. Many first- and second-generation numbers begin 3W.
3. Check the side and position — left or right, front or rear.
4. Send us the VIN and part number or accessory name through the contact page. We verify fitment before dispatch.

Why Order Continental GT Parts from Europarts360

• Parts clearly labeled as genuine, OEM or aftermarket, and checked against your VIN before dispatch
• Generation-aware fitment — first, second and third generation part numbers identified separately
• W12 support — the W12 is out of production, and we can source parts for it across engine, cooling, ignition and service categories
• Shipped worldwide from our USA, UAE, UK and Hong Kong warehouses, depending on stock, with free shipping over $300 (see our shipping information)
• Trade accounts for independent Bentley workshops through our wholesale page
• Covered by our warranty policy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Bentley Continental GT generations do you supply parts for?

The original 2003–2011 car, the 2011–2018 second generation, and the 2018–2024 third generation, across W12 and V8 variants and including GTC convertibles, Speed and Supersports. For newer plug-in hybrid cars, send your VIN and we will confirm what we can source.

Do you sell Bentley Continental GT accessories?

We can check availability and quote genuine accessories to order, such as styling parts, wing vents, car covers and battery conditioners, and we list exterior trim parts. Accessories vary by generation and model year, so send your VIN and the accessory name or part number.

Do you sell Bentley GTC accessories?

Yes, on the same basis. Tell us your car is a GTC, because convertible parts differ from the coupé. Common requests are model-specific car covers, battery conditioners for cars that stand, and exterior and interior trim.

Are Continental GT parts the same as Volkswagen or Porsche parts?

Some are, many are not. The first two generations share Phaeton platform engineering and the third shares the Panamera’s MSB architecture, but body, interior, air suspension calibration and a great deal else are Bentley-specific. Cross-referencing without verification is a common and costly error — send us the VIN.

My Continental settles overnight — what is failing?

Almost always an air strut leaking down rather than the compressor. The compressor failure that often follows is a consequence of it running continuously to compensate. Replacing the strut early, in axle pairs, may save the compressor entirely.

Is the W12 still supported now that production has ended?

Yes. The W12 fleet now depends on independent parts supply, and we can source engine, cooling, ignition and service parts for it.

Is aftermarket safe for a Bentley Continental GT or GTC?

It depends on the part and the brand. Aftermarket parts are third-party and quality varies, and we label them as aftermarket where we list them. For safety-critical and calibration-sensitive parts, such as brakes, suspension and air suspension components, we recommend genuine or OEM parts. Ask us if you are unsure.

How do I find the correct part for my GT or GTC?

Send us your VIN and the part number, if you have it. We verify exact fitment before dispatch.

Can you source discontinued or rare parts for the GT and GTC?

Sourcing hard-to-find parts is a core part of what we do. Send the part number or VIN and we will tell you plainly whether it is obtainable and give you a realistic lead time.

How quickly will my order ship, and is it under warranty?

In-stock parts dispatch from our nearest warehouse (USA, UAE, UK or Hong Kong), with full tracking and free shipping over $300. Warranty terms are set out in our warranty policy.