True to the spirit of W.O. Bentley … Bentley unveils limited-edition Mulliner Olympia Collection of 12 units

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Bentley Motors unveiled on the 12th a limited-edition Mulliner Olympia Collection honoring the pioneering spirit of brand founder W.O. Bentley. Comprising 12 Continental GTs worldwide, this collection was created to mark the 100th anniversary of the 1926 Olympia Motor Show, where the brand’s second model, the six-cylinder 6.5L, was introduced. The 6.5L showcased performance and a comfortable driving experience alongside the 3L, Bentley’s first model.

The Olympia Collection draws inspiration from an anecdote in which W.O. Bentley engaged in an 80-mph sprint against a rival’s test team at the 1924 French Grand Prix. It embodies his desire to enhance performance by expanding displacement from 4.5 liters to 6.5 liters, rather than being content with that victory. The exterior features an Ombré by Mulliner finish, achieving a green gradient transitioning from Verdant to Midnight Emerald. This finish, which underwent a 56-hour painting process, reinterprets the feel of 1920s British Racing Green. It is further accented with champagne gold badges and pinstripes, along with Blackline specifications.

The interior is composed of Coach Green and Cambrian Green leather with a Heritage Patina effect. It features champagne gold box stitching reminiscent of the rope-wrapped steering wheels of 1920s race cars, as well as dial designs inspired by the 6.5-liter instrument cluster. The rear ski hatch displays an embroidered map of Bentley’s French journey route. Each vehicle is assigned a unique serial number and comes with a dedicated Brooklands chronograph, a commemorative book, and a handcrafted box.

The 6.5-liter model that appeared at the 1926 Olympia Motor Show served as a turning point for Bentley’s establishment in the luxury market. It later evolved into the Speed Six, achieving Le Mans victories in 1929 and 1930. Through this Mulliner Olympia Collection, Bentley showcased the brand’s heritage and handcrafted craftsmanship.

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