The Mews provides a new English country home for Bentley Motors
Historic property previously reserved as private residence for Bentley CEOs architecturally redesigned and refurbished
Furnished with key pieces from the Bentley Home collection – the only location in the UK where the collection can be seen
Complementing its established CW1 and factory tour experiences – enabling the brand to offer its most valued customers an intimate space for bespoke commissioning while also acting as an expression of the brand’s history and values
An elegant and sophisticated country retreat, nestled in lush parkland amidst picturesque and tranquil Cheshire countryside
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Crewe, England – Bentley Motors unveils ‘The Mews, The Home of Bentley’ an exclusive use country retreat, a short drive from its Crewe factory providing clients with an intimate space for bespoke commissioning while also acting as an expression of the brand’s history and values. The property, historically used as a private residence for Bentley CEOs, has been fully refurbished over the past 12 months to provide a state-of-the-art space in an English country house setting.
Located in Cheshire, England it boasts gated private access leading down a sweeping driveway framed by lush parkland that spans approximately four acres. A short drive from the Bentley factory and an hour from Manchester Airport and Piccadilly station.
In addition to the exclusive commissioning suite, the living spaces provide an opportunity to be immersed in the Bentley brand and lifestyle experience.
Bentley Home furniture, which celebrated its 10th anniversary last year, is displayed throughout the property – and is the only location in the UK where clients can view the collection in situ. Each piece reflects the Bentley design aesthetic with meticulous craftsmanship and groundbreaking materiality from the Paper Marble used in the Thames Coffee table created by Federico Peri (first launched at Milan Design Week 2023 and new to the UK) to meticulously crafted veneers and hides. The newly launched Wilton Desk from Milan Design Week 2024 can also be viewed in the commissioning suite which saw Bentley Home’s first foray into the world of the home office.
In the dining room guests will have the chance to see the innovative The Macallan Horizon vessel on display, the first product born from the brand’s partnership with The Macallan. The limited-edition release designed and crafted in collaboration with the Bentley design team features a unique 180-degree twist vessel was years in the making, being released in March this year. Furthermore, the drinks cabinet is exclusively stocked with broader The Macallan expressions to be enjoyed.
Exceptional audio can be experienced throughout the home thanks to a fully integrated Naim and Focal system, also incorporating the outside space. Naim having offered their exclusive sound system within Bentley vehicles as an option for over 10 years.
Wayne Bruce, Project Lead of The Mews, said “In addition to our esteemed customer experience centre, CW1 House, where we provide clients with an exclusive environment immersed in the Bentley brand, The Mews stands as the definitive Home of Bentley. It embodies a seamless integration of heritage, luxury, and exclusivity, set within a tranquil yet sophisticated atmosphere that enhances the overall brand experience.”
The Mews is now officially open to welcome guests.
‘Expressions of Texture’ Collection commissioned by Bentley Rancho Mirage, California
Four bespoke Continental GT Speed Convertibles show range of creative possibilities offered by Mulliner Personal Commissioning
Each design inspired by the stunning landscapes, scenery and skies around Palm Springs
Satin exterior finishes, stone fascia veneers and one-off blind embossed upholstery among the many bespoke features
75 per cent of Bentley customers now add Mulliner content to their car
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Crewe, England – ‘Expressions of Texture’, a collection of four Continental GT Speed Convertibles, provides a visual and tactile showcase for the creative possibilities offered by Mulliner Personal Commissioning. The Collection was a co-creation between Bentley Rancho Mirage and the Mulliner bespoke team, each side inspiring the other to greater heights of creativity.
All four models are specified in satin paint from Mulliner’s 15-colour range, with each finish taking up to 55 hours of painstaking craftsmanship. Other exceptional features include wafer thin 200-million-year-old stone veneers, and blind embossed upholstery whose design reflects the landscapes of the Colorado Desert’s Coachella Valley.
Reflections of landscape The desert resort city of Rancho Mirage is set amid the varied and spectacular landscapes of the Coachella Valley, with arid desert, vivid greenery and rugged, age-weathered mountains all within easy driving distance. This variety provided the inspiration for the team at Bentley Rancho Mirage, expressed through the specifications of the four Continental GT Speed Convertible models in the Expressions of Texture Collection.
The clear, star-studded night skies of the Coachella Valley inspired a Continental GT Speed Convertible in Peacock Blue satin, the exterior subtly enhanced by a tri-tone Styling Specification featuring satin carbon fibre, Electro Blue and Peacock Blue. For the interior, a two-tone fascia in Peacock Blue satin is paired with Slate stone veneer and divided by an Electro Blue pinstripe, the same colour outlining the bullseye air vent vanes and headrests. Other exquisite details include Serenity quilting on the seat uppers and tonneau cover.
The rippling, fluid forms of sand dunes sculpted by the desert wind are reflected in another model from the collection, finished in Ghost White Pearl satin with Tungsten wheels and featuring a Silver Tempest pinstripe. The blind quilting of the seat uppers and tonneau cover was created specifically for this model, their flowing graphics inspired by the desert dunes. A fascia and console in Ghost White Pearl satin over Autumn Stone veneer is a masterclass in subtle sophistication.
The inspiration for a Havana satin Continental GT Speed Convertible came from the rugged mountains that surround the Coachella Valley and their earthy tones in the glow of the setting sun. The interior of Cognac and Burnt Oak hide is enhanced by bespoke, blind quilted seat backs and tonneau cover whose design represents the topographic features of California’s Death Valley. The same topographic map design is even carved in 3D on the floor mats, while the fascia and console feature the exterior finish of Havana satin over Copper Stone veneer, divided by a pinstripe in Bronze.
Adventures in colour, texture and form All four models in the ‘Expressions of Texture’ Collection, which also includes a Continental GT Speed Convertible in British Racing Green satin, demonstrate that the choice of colour is just one element in the personal commissioning journey. The tactile softness of Dinamica upholstery, the cool touch of stone veneer and the yielding contours of quilting all offer customers a limitless palette of creative possibilities.
Mulliner’s Chief Commercial Officer, David Parker comments, “We hope that the Expressions of Texture Collection will inspire customers to explore the full range of possibilities offered by the Personal Commissioning Guide. At Mulliner we believe that whatever our customers can imagine, we can create.”
Bentley Mulliner Bentley Mulliner is the birthplace of coachbuilding – the oldest automotive coachbuilder in the world. As Bentley’s personal commissioning division, Bentley Mulliner responds to the requirements of Bentley’s most discerning customers, creating vehicles that are a true expression of their individuality. From special features and finishes to unique and limited-edition coachbuilt vehicles, the Mulliner name continues to represent the ultimate in Bentley design and craftsmanship.
A trend with some roots in history from Porsche’s Sonderwunsch department we’re really coming to appreciate is the paying of tribute to moments in Porsche Motorsport history. Porsche Singapore has gotten in on the action, with this special 911 GT3 Touring built to celebrate the brand’s participation in the legendary Mille Miglia.
Porsche Singapore shared on Facebook:
“A thousand miles, laser focus, foot to the floor: this was the formula to win at the legendary Mille Miglia road race that ran in Italy from the 1920s to the 1960s. Fun fact: cars were numbered according to their start times in the rally – so a 7:22 AM start meant one’s car would be numbered ‘722’!
This 9/11, we celebrate the romance of road racing with a special livery paying tribute the legendary Mille Miglia road race, on our ultimate road racer: the 911 GT3 with Touring Package.
Check out this specially-decorated car at Porsche Studio Singapore, on display until 22 November.
We reached out to Porsche Singapore to learn a bit more about the car. Namely, we can confirm the light blue paint is Gulf Blue (gulfblau; non-metallic / non-metallic UNI; 328; Porsche), and we admit we wouldn’t have guessed that straight away. Typically paired with Gulf Orange and perhaps dark blue as part of a Gulf Oil livery, the Gulf Blue here almost takes on a more green hue when paired with the Italian TriColore red, white and green.
Heralding the Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix, Aston Martin assembles an $18 million collection, displayed throughout Fontainebleau Las Vegas for fans to discover now through November 25.
Illustrious lineup includes recently unveiled high-performance vehicles, current and heritage models, including the DB5, arguably the world’s most recognizable car.
The DB12 Goldfinger Edition, which celebrates 60 years of the James Bond film, Goldfinger, will make its North American debut on November 21, to kick-off the F1® race weekend.
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Las Vegas, NV – Ahead of the highly anticipated Formula 1® Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix, Aston Martin will celebrate the pedigree of performance and British ultra-luxury craftsmanship with an unforgettable collection of notable models – ranging from iconic on-screen stars to its most potent V12 flagship ever, the recently revealed Vanquish V12 flagship and the AMR24 Formula 1® challenger – publicly displayed throughout select locations at Fontainebleau Las Vegas now through November 25.
More than 20 vehicles showcasing Aston Martin’s high-performance products and notable heritage worth more than $18 million will be on exhibit across Levels 1 and 2 of Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The lavish display will also culminate with the North American debut of the DB12 Goldfinger Edition, a strictly limited-production vehicle crafted by the ultra-luxury marque’s bespoke personalization service, Q by Aston Martin, in celebration of 60 years of the iconic association between Aston Martin and the James Bond film franchise.
The British Bloodline exhibit is unmatched and represents the largest automotive display to-date at Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The display, curated by Aston Martin and Hagerty, whose renowned classic-car experts have assisted with procuring the heritage lineup, will reflect the timeless appeal of Aston Martin alongside today’s most coveted vehicles, which include:
2025 Vanquish. This new V12 flagship features a brand new front mid-mounted 5.2-liter twin-turbo V12 engine that delivers unmatched performance within its category.
2025 Vantage. With a nameplate ravished in racing royalty and 30% more power than its predecessor, this two-seater stands as a symbol to thrill seekers.
2025 DB12. The latest evolution in the DB lineage redefines what it means to be a tourer, reaching new heights of driver connection, performance and driver supremacy.
2025 DB12 Goldfinger Edition. Q by Aston Martin lavishes the Super Tourer with the ‘007 treatment’ in the form of subtle touches from the Goldfinger film to commemorate 60 years since the legendary partnership in cinematic history began. The exterior features Silver Birch paint, bespoke gold side strakes, and a bright chrome ‘Q’ fender badge, while the interior includes an intricate perforation pattern as a nod to James Bond’s classic suiting, and an ‘eight of hearts’ embroidered into the drivers’ sun visor, a nod to the playing card seen in the last draw during the famous Miami pool scene in Goldfinger.
2025 DBX707. The supercar of SUVs has a new technically advanced interior to match its uncompromising performance.
2024 Valkyrie AMR Pro. The ultimate hypercar with a radical design, inspiring the Valkyrie Le Mans racer with a V12 powertrain and power output of 1000HP
1964 Aston Martin DB5 Stunt Car Replica. One of eight exclusively built and engineered by Aston Martin for No Time To Die, with each car uniquely modified for its individual role on screen.
AMR24 Formula 1® challenger. This is the first vehicle to be designed and built at the state-of-the-art Technology Campus. It has been designed to provide the perfect platform for in-season development as Aston Martin continues its relentless pursuit of progress.
1952 DB2. The beauty, performance, handling and quality of the DB2 established the Aston Martin character for the post-war generation, realizing then-owner, David Brown’s vision for the company. With an all-new design, the DB2 made its debut at the 1950 New York Auto Show, demonstrating the importance to Aston Martin of the American market.
1957 DB2/4 MkIII. Offered in three body styles – a coupe, convertible and a hatchback style – this particular MkIII was fitted with the standard, and incredibly elegant ‘Saloon’ body. Like the previous DB2/4 models, the MkIII had an opening rear hatchback, a first for the industry when the model line first appeared in 1953.
1960 DB4. More svelte than its predecessor, the DB4 was an all-new design first seen in 1958, featuring an elegant aluminum body styled by Touring and hand built at the Newport Pagnell site that the company still occupies to this day.
1963 DB4 SS Convertible. Only 33 of the 70 DB4 convertibles Aston Martin produced came with the ‘special series’ (SS) designation, which indicated a more powerful engine, featured triple SU carburetors and a higher compression ratio.
1963 DB4 GT. Shorter and more powerful than the standard model, externally the DB4 GT had distinctive Perspex covered headlamps that were similar in style to the lights seen on the later DB5 model. This particular car was delivered new to Switzerland before eventually coming to settle in the US. The car has a long and distinguished race history.
1965 DB5. This iconic, coveted model was introduced to James Bond in Goldfinger 60 years ago. A star in its own right, the gadget-laden version of the DB5 has since appeared in Thunderball, GoldenEye, TomorrowNeverDies, Skyfall, Spectre and NoTimetoDie.
1968 DBS. The new DBS was a significant departure from its curvy DB predecessors with a more contemporary, muscular style. It was intended to run in production alongside the sleek DB6, with which it shared its 6-cylinder engine. It was joined by a new V8 powered version in 1970. This unit was delivered new to Pennsylvania in 1968, finished in Persian Blue with grey leather
1970 DB6 MkII. Distinguished by its ‘flared’ wheel arches and wider wheels and tires, the DB6 MkII is highly sought after. This example is one of just 245 ‘Saloon’ versions and one of around 70 built to ultra desirable Vantage specification and delivered new to Scotland with right-hand drive.
Pedro Mota, President of Aston Martin The Americas said: “The Las Vegas Grand Prix has become a jewel within our global F1® platform activations. Exposing Aston Martin’s DNA, from the earlier years through to our current lineup of next generation sports cars, gives established and new audiences an up-close perspective on our ultra-luxury brand’s longstanding passion for unmistakable style and immense performance.”
“Aston Martin and Fontainebleau Las Vegas are coming together at the intersection of elegance and exhilaration during Race Week 2024. This exclusive exhibition gives guests the opportunity to see for themselves some of the world’s most exclusive and rare luxury vehicles in the world,” says Fontainebleau Las Vegas President, Maurice Wooden. “We are grateful for our collaboration with Aston Martin and look forward to creating an unparalleled experience together.”
In addition to the expansive Aston Martin display across the Fontainebleau Las Vegas resort, the Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1® Team will be returning to the Las Vegas Strip Circuit on Saturday, November 23, for the Formula 1® Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix 2024.
After building 2,500 examples, Porsche has celebrated the end of the 911 Dakar model with the handover of a Sonderwunsch special at the Porsche plant in Zuffenhausen. Extensively customised and refined, this Sonderwunsch 911 Dakar was commissioned for an Italian collector of sports cars.
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Porsche introduced the 911 Dakar, a sports car equally at home off-road as it is on country routes, in November 2022. The car’s standard ground clearance is approximately 50 millimetres higher than that of a 911 Carrera with sports suspension. Off-road-specific details include red, forged aluminium recovery eyelets at the front and rear, as well as widened wheel arches and sills. The three-litre twin-turbo six-cylinder engine producing 480 PS (353 kW) and a maximum torque of 570 Nm delivers impressive performance with a distinctive and emotive boxer sound.
To the final of the model: customised three-tone paintwork
Now, a special example of this limited-run model has been handed over in the Porsche Museum – but not before getting the full Sonderwunsch treatment, including a unique three-tone paint job. Signalyellow (signalgelb; nonmetallic UNI; 1YH; Porsche) and Gentianbluemetallic (enzianblaumetallic; metallic UNI; W96; Porsche) tie neatly into the Rallye Design Package, echoing the look of the winning vehicle from the 1984 Paris-Dakar Rally, while a painted blue line between the two larger coloured areas completes the trio. The shade, which has been named Lampedusablue after the Italian Mediterranean island, was created in collaboration with the new owner of the car.
The spokes of this one-off car’s alloy wheels are also painted in Signalyellow, while the rim edge features Lampedusablue. The livery was done entirely by hand and in close co-operation between the customer and Porsche designers. The LED Matrix headlights are individualised with a Lampedusa-coloured accent ring, and the stainless steel protective elements on the front, rear, and sills are black.
Inside, more yellow appears against the contrasting black, such as in the stitching and trim strips on the dashboard, centre console, and door panels. The ‘911 Dakar’ lettering is also embroidered in Speedyellow thread on the headrests of the Sports Seats Plus, and the gear selector of the eight-speed PDK is enhanced with a Speedyellow leather insert. When the doors are opened, LED projectors cast the Sonderwunsch logo onto the ground. The extensive customisation ensured that this 911 Dakar of type 992 was refined right up to the end in the Sonderwunsch manufactory.
Before the car makes its way to its new home, visitors to the Porsche Museum can catch a ‘last’ glimpse of this special model. Sitting alongside other unique derivatives of well-known limited series, it will be on display in the museum’s foyer.
First Speed Six customer car since 1930 leaves the Mulliner workshop
The first of 12 Speed Six Continuation Series cars, each handcrafted over the course of eight months
Follows completion of development programme in July
Destined for an existing Blower Continuation Series customer in the USA, and curated in a classic Parsons Napier Green specification
Meanwhile, a Blower Continuation Series customer car completes a 24 hour endurance race at Portimão as part of the ‘Benjafield’s 24’
The achievement marks the first time a factory-built Bentley Blower has ever finished a 24-hour race
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Crewe, England – The first customer Speed Six Continuation Series car has been completed, and is soon to be dispatched to the USA – marking the first delivery of a new Bentley Speed Six since 1930. Existing Mulliner customer John Breslow will be the first person to receive his Speed Six as a racing companion to his Blower Continuation Series.
Commissioned just over 12 months ago, the classically curated Speed Six is resplendent in Parsons Napier Green bodywork on top of a black-painted chassis. The iconic face of the Speed Six is dominated by the twin round headlamps, finished in Chrome with a protective mesh and separated by a large number ‘4’ on the radiator.
Crafted by hand from scratch, each car takes eight months to complete, with the expert team of Mulliner technicians and artisans working closely with a network of specialist suppliers across the UK to recreate every detail of the original Speed Six with exactitude.
The cockpit is as authentic as the exterior, with every gauge, switch and control exactly as per the specification of the Speed Sixes that raced at – and won – Le Mans in 1930. Leather trimmed in a rich deep brown with dominant red tones, the Rust leather and carpet pair seamlessly with the Parsons Napier Green to the exterior.
At the start of the project, the Mulliner Classic team visited the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu, Hampshire, to verify the five authentic period Parsons Paints that are available to customers. Over 600 individual new parts, including a new engine block casting, were fabricated for the new 6½ Litre race spec engine, which at the time developed 200 bhp. Dyno testing has shown the Continuation Series engines to develop 205 bhp; while higher outputs have been achievable with the aid of modern engineering materials (as many classic racing teams do), the aim of the Continuation Series team was to create a Bentley exactly as it would have looked and performed in 1930.
The Speed Six is regarded as one of the most important Bentleys in history, being the most successful Bentley racing car ever produced. Using the same manufacturing processes as the original car from the late 1920’s, the Speed Six is the second pre-war Continuation Series by Mulliner, Bentley’s bespoke and coachbuilding division.
The Blower Continuation Series was the first pre-war continuation series ever created, and has been built by hand using a combination of modern laser-scanned data and original drawings. Both the blueprints and the 3D data were taken from the 1929 4½-litre supercharged Team Car #2 – the most famous Bentley in the world, and one of the icons of the Bentley Heritage Collection.
Famous for pushing Bentley’s main competitor Mercedes-Benz to the point of breakdown in the Le Man 24 hour in 1930, the Bentley Blower was known for outright pace – at the sake of reliability – whereas the Speed Six was known for its dependable performance.
To celebrate Bentley’s first ever win at the Le Mans in 1924, the Benjafield Racing Club hosted a 24 hour endurance event at the famous Algarve circuit of Portimão. The event consisted of 25 period Bentleys, piloted by 87 club members, with one of the competitors being a Blower Continuation Series customer car, entered into the event by its dedicated owner. In a defining moment for the Blower family and of the Continuation Series, the car completed the race – becoming the first factory built Blower to ever finish a 24-hour event, and highlighting the quality of engineering behind the world’s first pre-war continuation series.
For any further enquiries or product information, the Mulliner team can be contacted via the following email address, mullinercoachbuilt@bentley.co.uk.
Dedicated to offering its clients unparalleled and individually tailored experiences, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Abu Dhabi is delighted to announce the opening of its new luxury showroom in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. By bringing their dreams to life, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars offers clients a fully immersive brand experience while foregrounding the art of Bespoke craftsmanship.
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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Abu Dhabi celebrates the opening of its new luxury showroom in the capital city of the United Arab Emirates
New visual language offers an eclectic, modern style designed to resonate with younger demographic of clients
Interior design provides a contemporary, luxury retail space, offering clients an immersive Rolls-Royce experience
Includes the Bespoke Commissioning Atelier and lounge area with a Cabinet of Curiosity feature and hospitality lounge, complemented by innovative digital technology and lighting installations
“The unveiling of our new Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ showroom in Abu Dhabi marks a significant milestone in further cementing our brand’s position as a true House of Luxury. It provides a perfect home to showcase our exceptional motor cars in a space that embodies the spirit of Rolls-Royce.
Abu Dhabi, with its rich blend of cultures and visionary approach to sustainable development and economic diversification, stands as a beacon of human ambition and progress. Opening our doors here in the capital is not only an honour, but also a reflection of the importance of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Abu Dhabi to our distinguished marque.
This showroom brings to life the unparalleled creativity and craftsmanship that are at the core of Rolls-Royce while also incorporating the brand’s latest visual identity and cutting-edge digital technologies. Within this luxurious space, we look forward to offering our clients the Bespoke, personalised luxury experiences that Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is renowned for and turning their dreams into reality.” — Tarek Moataz, General Manager, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Abu Dhabi
Dedicated to offering its clients unparalleled and individually tailored experiences, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Abu Dhabi is delighted to announce the opening of its new luxury showroom in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. By bringing their dreams to life, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars offers clients a fully immersive brand experience while foregrounding the art of Bespoke craftsmanship.
Showcasing the brand’s latest visual identity, the showroom radiates sophistication, modern luxury, and creativity, seamlessly integrating innovative digital technology with a warm and inviting interior design. Designed to resonate with a younger, self-made, and distinctly individual clientele, this new visual identity offers a fully immersive experience and a welcoming environment where both current and prospective clients can explore and admire the marque’s stunning motor cars.
At the core of the new showroom lies the Bespoke Commissioning Atelier, a centrepiece designed to immerse clients in the enchanting world of Rolls-Royce. Showcasing some of the marque’s finest examples of craftsmanship, the Atelier invites customers to explore and select personalised surface finishes, wood veneers, leathers, embroidery threads in a spectrum of vibrant colours, and fabrics for their Bespoke commissions, all tailored to reflect their unique personalities and desires. This sensory-inspired environment allows clients to envision their dream commission taking shape, further inspired by the nearby Cabinet of Curiosities. Situated in the lounge area, this collection features captivating pieces that encourage conversation, alongside a hospitality lounge that provides a tranquil space for clients to relax and connect.
Opening its doors to a hub of creativity and craft, on top of housing unrivalled masterpiece motor cars, the showroom will provide an experience tailored to the specific and personal needs of the dealership’s most discerning clientele with meticulous attention to detail.
To commemorate this momentous occasion, the highly anticipated Ghost Series II was unveiled for the very first time in the region. Featuring a strikingly modern design with an illuminated Pantheon grille and refined headlamp graphics, Ghost Series II embodies the marque’s pursuit of understated elegance. Beneath its sleek exterior lies a potent 6.75-litre V12 engine, delivering effortless performance paired with Rolls-Royce Motor Car’s signature ‘Magic Carpet Ride’. Inside the cabin, innovative craftsmanship comes to life, with Bespoke materials and cutting-edge technology. This exclusive debut reinforces the showroom’s status as the premier destination for the region’s most discerning clientele.
Fashion designer, Supriya Lele, has created a new bespoke colour, Nīla Blue, inspired by her Indian heritage
Nīla Blue draws its name from the Sanskrit word for “sapphire” and represents a seamless blend of personal history and artisanal craft
To showcase Nīla Blue, Supriya co-created a one-of-one specification, working with Mulliner designers to explore the possibilities of personalisation through bespoke finishes
A Bespoke Bentayga S provides a canvas for Nila Blue exterior paintwork with pinstripes to the 22” sports wheels
Nīla Blue is as an example of how Mulliner can create unique colours from client’s aspirations through bespoke craftsmanship
Nila Blue is available to customers exclusively via the Mulliner Bespoke Studio. Enquiries can be made through Bentley retailers
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Crewe, England – Bentley Motors is proud to announce the continuation of its creative collaboration with acclaimed British fashion designer, Supriya Lele, unveiling a new bespoke colour, Nīla Blue, which will be available exclusively to Mulliner customers. Deeply inspired by Lele’s Indian heritage, Nīla Blue draws its name from the Sanskrit word for “sapphire” and represents a seamless blend of personal history and artisanal craft. This distinctive hue, infused with personal and cultural significance, represents the seamless fusion of automotive luxury and high fashion, reflecting the ultimate in craftsmanship, innovation, and personalised expression.
Bentley Mulliner is renowned for its ability to craft virtually any colour imaginable. Whether inspired by the world of fashion, art, or personal memory, Mulliner’s artisans work closely with each client to develop bespoke paints that reflect individual vision and style. Nīla Blue stands as an example of how Mulliner can create something wholly unique, translating a client’s aspirations into a lasting expression of craftsmanship.
Known for her sensual, delicately crafted, and body-celebrating silhouettes, Lele has always been inspired by the colour blue, a shade she frequently uses in her fashion collections. Her connection to the colour is rooted in her Indian heritage and further influenced by William Gass’s 1976 philosophical treatise ‘On Blue,’ which explores the symbolic significance of blue in relation to themes of sex, sleaze, and sadness. This bespoke hue, subtle yet distinctive, echoes the sense of luxurious restraint and enduring elegance that defines both her collections and Mulliner’s design philosophy.
To showcase Nīla Blue, Supriya co-created a one-of-one specification, working with Mulliner designers to explore the possibilities of personalisation through bespoke finishes. A bespoke Bentayga S provides a stunning canvas, to display the uniquely commissioned Nila Blue. The lower brightware has been matched with the rest of the exterior paintwork and using the freshly commissioned blue, a pinstripe has been added to the 22” sports style wheels. A bright Mulliner White accent to the carbon fibre bodykit provides a contrast that is echoed through to the interior. The interior includes a multitude of bespoke features, from the satin black Naim audio speaker grilles to the open pore black stained crown cut walnut veneers, all bordered by the Nila Blue edging. This exclusive edition embodies the bold and elevated confidence that defines Lele’s fashion work, featuring luxurious and experimental fabrication that evolves the fluid silhouettes synonymous with her label.
Supriya Lele, commented: “Creating the colour for Bentley has been an exciting and special experience. Colour plays a key role in both my practice and brand identity. This shade of blue feels distinctive yet subtle, slightly different from the usual. It’s this nuanced difference—the inability to exactly define it—that I love about creativity. I incorporate this subtlety into my work, so collaborating with Bentley to bring this unique color to life using my own references and brand has been truly rewarding.”
David Parker, Chief Commercial Officer at Mulliner, commented: “The Bentley Mulliner Bespoke Studio continues to push the boundaries of what is possible. This collaboration invites customers to explore a world where the only limits are those of the imagination. Nīla Blue is an expression of subtlety and depth, a tone that reflects both Supriya’s artistic vision and Mulliner’s expertise in crafting the finest bespoke finishes. It is a hue that speaks to the discerning tastes of those who appreciate quiet luxury.”
Nila Blue is available to customers exclusively via the Mulliner Bespoke Studio. Enquiries can be made through Bentley retailers.
Exclusive Jaguar Classic E‑type Commemorative celebrates the iconic sportscar and marks 50 years since the end of E‑type production in 1974
Just two of these Works Bespoke commissions have been created, inspired by the original Commemorative Editions
Each of the two cars are individual, collectible automotive gems, featuring hand‑crafted finishes and exquisite detailing
Jaguar Classic has collaborated with luxury jewellery designers Deakin & Francis to adorn the interior with mother of pearl, silver and 18ct gold – merging decades of British design heritage and exuberance into automotive masterpieces
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Coventry, UK – Fifty years since the last Jaguar E‑type rolled off the production line, two rarefied Series I Jaguar Classic E‑type Commemorative models have been exclusively created for a loyal, discerning client in Southeast Asia to celebrate the iconic sports car.
Each example carries references to key moments from E‑type history, from the blueprint of its inception to the last Series III models. Celebrating the style and sophistication of the original with new, precious details, the two beautiful vehicles are the finest examples of Works Bespoke creations by Jaguar Classic.
The pair of Jaguar Classic E‑type Commemorative creations bring the E‑type story full circle, inspired by the final 50 Commemorative Editions from 1974 – and they will be the only two examples ever to leave the Jaguar Classic workshop.
The Jaguar Classic E‑type Commemorative vehicles are the ultimate expression of E‑type, with a unique hand built specification making each one a truly individual collectors’ item. Every detail – inside and out – receives the careful attention of the dedicated Jaguar Classic experts, with upgrades meticulously orchestrated over more than 2,000 hours.
“With E‑type Commemorative, our Classic team set out to improve on an already near‑perfect design. As the original creators of E‑type, we are uniquely positioned to subtly integrate both aesthetic and engineering enhancements borne out of decades of knowledge, skill and passion. The unique specification and our collaboration with renowned jewellers Deakin & Francis has resulted in a machine as close to driveable precious metal as it is possible to conceive.” – LENNARD HOORNIK, CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER
Timelessly crafted with unparalleled finishes
The two Jaguar Classic E‑type Commemorative vehicles are both drophead coupes, in one‑of‑one specifications. One is finished in Signet Green, while the other is Opal Black – both updates of original colour schemes from 1974.
The elegant exterior is matched by a timeless interior, featuring Bridge of Weir tan leather seats hand‑woven and stitched in the Jaguar Classic trim shop – with matching black and tan leather trim. This uniquely tactile woven finish has never been made available at Jaguar Classic before and blends traditional skills and design inspiration with a contemporary aesthetic.
Bespoke elements adorn the interior, with an anodised aluminium centre console bearing a unique engraving of a genuine early Series I E‑type blueprint sourced from within the archives. The blueprint was previously displayed alongside E‑type at the New York Museum of Modern Art (MOMA), with the anodised aluminium centre console becoming a hallmark of each E‑type produced at Jaguar Classic.
Custom jewellery
Setting the Jaguar Classic E‑type Commemorative vehicles apart is jewellery adorning the interior and exterior of each model by Deakin & Francis. England’s oldest manufacturing jeweller has been crafting masterpieces over seven generations, since its inception in 1786.
A collaboration of passionate craftspeople bridging local industries, each E‑type Commemorative is adorned with mother of pearl, hallmarked solid silver and 18ct gold details.
In the same spirit as Jaguar Classic, the renowned silversmiths live and breathe their time‑honoured craft, working locally to exacting standards in nearby Birmingham’s legendary Jewellery Quarter.
At the front, the motif bar badge is finished in silver with guilloche mother of pearl and an 18ct gold Growler icon, while at the rear, badges are enamelled sterling silver.
Inside, the steering wheel horn push is finished in silver with an 18ct Growler badge and mother of pearl inlay, while a sterling silver gear knob with mother of pearl and 18ct gold Growler detail provides decadent tactility.
“Deakin & Francis is proud to be a part of this inspiring collaboration with Jaguar Land Rover Classic, bringing together two of Britain’s most iconic heritage brands. Such a partnership reinforces each brand’s complete commitment to superior quality and celebrates a shared passion for pushing boundaries in design and craftsmanship, while offering our discerning customers a truly one‑of‑a‑kind experience.
“Techniques honed by Deakin & Francis, which have never been seen before in the automotive world, have been seamlessly integrated into these incredibly rare vehicles. Together we have created two extraordinary classics that blend the artistry of Deakin & Francis, with the expertise of Jaguar Land Rover Classic.” – HENRY DEAKIN, MANAGING DIRECTOR, DEAKIN & FRANCIS
The exquisite detailing extends to the instrument panel switches, which are finished in knurled silver with a hallmarked silver bezel. This attention to detail extends to the key cover, which is finished in silver with matching mother of pearl and 18ct gold.
Technical specification
Under the elegant bonnet of each E‑type Commemorative is the famous 3.8‑litre engine, now with Electronic Fuel Injection and a Jaguar Classic five‑speed manual gearbox. This combination delivers the perfect blend of driving engagement and everyday usability.
Making the vehicles even more suited to use in the 21st century, they are fitted with a discreet Jaguar Classic Bluetooth radio and heated windscreen, providing modern comforts while retaining all the character and authenticity of an E‑type interior.
FURTHER INFORMATION
For more information on the full range of cars, services, parts and experiences offered by Jaguar Classic, visit: www.jaguar.com/classic
The 911 GT3 has offered the ultimate combination of racing genes and day-to-day usability since its introduction in 1999. To mark its 25th anniversary, the new model will launch simultaneously in two versions for the first time: as a track-focused sports car with a rear wing and as a more understated version with a Touring package. With tailor-made packages and innovative options, the GT3 variants can be further customised to the customer’s taste and intended use.
[source: Porsche AG]
Porsche is relaunching the 911 GT3. The exceptionally track-ready road sports car makes its debut in its anniversary year with an expanded lightweight strategy, a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre boxer engine with 375 kW (510 PS) and 450 Nm, and new, highly customer-focused options. The Weissach package, available for the first time in the 911 GT3, offers even more custom configuration options for use on the track. In addition, the sports car comes with more extensive standard equipment and other options that further enhance its precision and sportiness.
911 GT3 with modern styling
The new 911 GT3 models feature a sharpened design in the front and rear as well as adapted aerodynamics. In both variants, the re-contoured front diffuser, the refined shape of the spoiler lip and modified fins on the underbody increase downforce and optimise the air flow. Redesigned Matrix LED headlights, available on the 911 GT3 with an optional white accent ring, combine all the light functions of the 911 and eliminate the need for additional lights in the front apron. This enables an enlarged air inlet area and a clearly structured look. In the rear, the diffuser, air inlets and rear lid have been redesigned. The rear wing of the 911 GT3 has new angled sideplates.
Porsche uses specially developed, aerodynamically shaped trailing arms with a teardrop profile on the double-wishbone front axle. They increase downforce in the wheel arch at high speeds and improve brake cooling. To ensure that the downforce balance between the front and rear axles is maintained even when braking from high speeds, the suspension engineers have reduced pitching (antidive). On the new 911 GT3, the front ball joint of the lower trailing arm has been set lower on the front axle to facilitate this. The 911 GT3 has adopted these modifications from the current 911 GT3 RS. The 911 GT3 comes standard with 255/35 ZR 20 (front) and 315/30 ZR 21 (rear) sports tyres with improved wet grip; optionally, track tyres with road approval are available.
Touring package available from launch and even more customisable
With the model change, Porsche is defining the variants of the 911 GT3 even more clearly. For the first time, the popular Touring package will be available right from the market launch. The “Touring Package” designation goes back to an equipment variant of the 1973 911 Carrera RS 2.7. It has been part of the GT3 programme since 2017. It’s even more distinctive in the new 911 GT3, as reflected in the “911 GT3 touring” logo on the rear lid grille. The 911 GT3 with Touring package dispenses with the fixed wing and thus preserves the timelessly elegant line of the 911. An extendable rear spoiler with a tear-off edge, the famed Gurney flap, and an adapted fin design on the underbody provide aerodynamic balance. The interior offers a high-quality leather interior and a classic sporty ambience.
For the first time, a rear seat system for the 911 GT3 with Touring package is available as an option. This allows the everyday sports car to be adapted even more individually to the wishes of the customer for maximum driving pleasure on winding country roads. “Particularly on winding country roads, you can clearly feel that the steering is even better tuned than its predecessor,” says Porsche brand ambassador Walter Röhrl. “It instils even greater confidence in the car because it responds more calmly from the centre position without losing any of its directness. The shorter gear ratio also significantly enhances driving pleasure on country roads.”
Lightweight design throughout
Its low overall weight contributes to the agile and direct handling of the 911 GT3. The new 911 GT3 goes all-in on lightweight design. A new, silver-coloured lightweight aluminium wheel reduces the unsprung masses by more than 1.5 kg compared to the previous model. Optionally, magnesium wheels are available with the Weissach package or the Leichtbau (lightweight) package. They save nine kilograms. A new 40 Ah lithium-ion lightweight battery contributes to the athletic body mass index by shaving off another roughly four kilograms. In the lightest configuration, the new 911 GT3 weighs just 1,420 kilograms.
Eight percent shorter gear ratio
The 4.0-litre naturally aspirated engine in the new 911 GT3 has been designed for current, significantly stricter exhaust standards and equipped with two particulate filters and four catalytic converters. With this extremely powerful emission control system, Porsche also delivers a gripping soundscape. The engine power of the six-cylinder boxer engine was attained through a series of optimization measures. The cylinder heads have been revised, and the sharper camshafts of the 911 GT3 RS provide even more dynamic performance in the upper engine-speed range.
In addition, flow-optimised individual throttle valves and optimised oil coolers are used. The boxer continues to deliver 375 kW (510 PS). This means that each kilowatt of the revamped high-speed naturally aspirated engine only has to move 3.8 kilograms (2.8 kg/PS) in the lightest vehicle configuration. In addition, both the 7-speed dual clutch transmission (PDK) and the 6-speed GT manual transmission have a final drive ratio that is eight percent shorter than in the predecessor. Both gearbox options are available for both the 911 GT3 and the 911 GT3 with Touring package. The new 911 GT3 accelerates to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds with PDK and reaches a top speed of 311 km/h (manual gearbox: 3.9 s; 313 km/h).
“On the track, the new 911 GT3 enables even better control because it holds even steadier and handles better on bumps and when driving over kerbs thanks to the optimised damper tuning,” says brand ambassador Jörg Bergmeister. “The anti-dive system noticeably reduces the pitching movement when braking. As a result, the balance of the car remains significantly more consistent under all conditions.”
Innovative lightweight sports bucket seat
For the new 911 GT3, a new lightweight sports bucket seat with a folding backrest and a seat shell made of CFRP is available as an option. The seat is equipped with an integrated thorax airbag, electric height adjustment and manual longitudinal adjustment; a three-stage seat heater is available as an option. A part of the headrest padding can be removed. This improves ergonomics for most drivers when wearing a helmet during circuit use. The folding function of the backrest, which is activated via a loop, enables access to the optional rear seat system offered for the first time in the 911 GT3 with Touring package. As an alternative, you can order the Adaptive Sports Seats Plus with electric 18-way adjustment.
The black two-seater standard cockpit in the new 911 GT3 is based on the design of the current 911 models. Unlike the Carrera models, however, the 911 GT3 is not started with a button, but still has a rotary ignition switch. An optionally available roll-over bar demonstrates the proximity to motorsport. The digital instrument panel in the centre supports the driver with a clearly structured display and control concept. Thanks to the contrasting colour scheme, the rev counter and stopwatch can be read in a flash. The “Track Screen” display mode reduces the digital displays to the left and right of the tachometer to key data on tyres, oil, water and fuel and indicates the optimal shifting time to the driver by way of a shift flash. If desired, the tachometer display can be rotated so that the cut-off speed of 9,000 rpm is at the 12 o’clock marking.
Individual packages for 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 Touring
Porsche offers various equipment packages for the new 911 GT3. With the Weissach package available for the first time, the 911 GT3 is even more individually configurable for use on circuits. The anti-roll bar, coupling rods and shear panel on the rear axle are made of CFRP as are the roof, sideplates of the rear wing, exterior mirror top shell, mirror triangle and the airblades in the front area. Additional leather and Race-Tex upholstery enhance the look of the interior. For the first time, the upper side of the dashboard on the 911 GT3 is accordingly covered in anti-glare Racetex. CFRP door handles and storage nets optimise the interior door panels for a lightweight design. A CFRP roll cage and magnesium lightweight forged wheels are available as options.
For the 911 GT3 with Touring package, Porsche offers the Leichtbau package. Here, the roof painted in the exterior colour as well as the stabiliser, coupling rods and shear panel on the rear axle are made of CFRP. The lightweight magnesium forged wheels and the lightweight door panels are also part of the package. In conjunction with the standard 6-speed GT sports gearbox, the shortened gear lever from the 911 S/T is used. In front of the gear lever, a plaque with the inscription “Leichtbau” indicates the package.
For the 911 GT3 with rear wing, the Clubsport package for track use is available at no extra charge. It includes a bolted steel roll cage in the rear, a 6-point harness for the driver and a hand-held fire extinguisher. The optional lightweight sports bucket seats are a prerequisite for this.
“The new 911 GT3 has become even more exhilarating and individual. We dug into a wealth of details and gave it many features that our customers wanted. This allows the GT3 to be adapted even more specifically to the purpose or preferences of the driver,” says Andreas Preuninger, Head of GT Cars.
Exclusive chronograph is a “sports car for the wrist”
Exclusively for owners of the 911 GT3 and the 911 GT3 Touring, Porsche Design presents an exceptional timepiece that translates the design and performance of the sports car to the wrist. The 911 GT3 chronograph and the 911 GT3 Touring chronograph are equipped with the precise, COSC-certified Porsche Design WERK 01.200 movement, which has a flyback function. The ultra-lightweight titanium case, optionally with black titanium carbide coating, combines sports car design with modern watchmaking.
The GT3 design dial with yellow accents and hexagonal structure evokes the vehicle’s instrument panel, while the winding rotor is based on the design of the GT3 rims. The dial ring is available in all exterior colours of the 911 GT3 and the Touring package, as well as in the colours of the Paint to Sample programme. The band, crafted using original Porsche interior leather and thread, is also matched to the respective configuration of the vehicle.
The new Porsche 911 GT3 and the new Porsche 911 GT3 with Touring package can be ordered from the end of the year.
