1980 Bentley T2 Base
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- Photo: Bentley T2 reg 1977 6750 cc by Charles01, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Bentley T2 in Beaumesnil by Stanzilla, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Bentley T2 (13018397753) by ilikewaffles11, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Bentley T2 Saloon (22822397339) by Thomas's Pics, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1979 Bentley T2 (23485553438) by davocano, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1980 Bentley T2 Base is a 6.8-liter V8 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive.
The T2 measures 203.5 inches long on a 119.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,636 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | V8, overhead valve |
| Displacement | 6.75 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 203.5 in |
| Width | 71 in |
| Height | 59.75 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,636 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1980 Bentley T2 Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1980 Bentley T2. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 7, 2008 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
BENTLEY IS RECALLING 14 MY 1980-1982 BENTLEY T2, MY 1980-1987 CONTINENTAL, AND MULSANNE, MY 1980-1982 ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER SHADOW II, MY 1980 SILVER WRAITH II, MY 1980-1987 CORNICHE, SILVER SPIRIT AND MY 1981-1987 SILVER SPUR PASSENGER VEHICLES. A FUEL HOSE ASSEMBLY, AVAILABLE AS A REPLACEMENT PART, HAS BEEN FOUND TO HAVE A DEFECT IN THE MATERIAL SPECIFICATION OF THE RUBBER HOSE. THE HOSE MAY DEGRADE UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS RESULTING IN A FUEL LEAK.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL HOSE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 24, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BENTLEY AT 1-617-488-8500.
NHTSA campaign 08V585000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1980 BENTLEY T2. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.