The 2025 Bentley Continental GT has an MSRP of $296,950. But that starting price is merely a starting point because one of out every four Bentleys is now configured with options from the Mulliner Personal Commissioning Guide. The addition of new textures, colors, fabrics, and patterns has broadened that array of choices for Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Bentayga buyers. After all, what’s the point of having a Bentley if it looks like every other one on Rodeo Drive?
Glossy wood trim has long been a common sight in British luxury cars but, in recent years, the look and texture of open pore wood has become more and more popular. Mulliner’s Vavona and Liquid Amber options still have a protective layer over them, but it’s a super-thin matte finish that uses 90 percent less lacquer than a glossy finish.
For a sportier, more technical look, Mulliner offers a range of carbon fiber accents. The standard finish for the lightweight material is gloss black, but now there are four new alternatives: Damson, Kingfisher Blue, Imperial Blue, and Cumbrian Green.
As Bentley puts it, all “veneered surfaces” can be covered in a mirror-finish Piano Gloss that matches any of the leather colors or 100-plus paint choices in the standard, extended, and Mulliner color palettes. Those looking for a subtle yet distinctive accent can opt for a hand-painted pinstripe that runs across the dashboard and onto the door panels, and spec it in the same color as the vehicle or a color of leather he or she chooses.
As if Bentleys weren’t opulent enough, a new pinstriped veneer option gives the center console a nautical look inspired by the decks of luxury yachts. It’s available on open pore wood or painted veneer with either a straight or chevron pattern. Continuing the aquatic theme is Wave metal trim comprised of intertwined ribbons that produce “a repeating wave effect, catching the light and creating a stunning focal point for the interior.”
Even the anodized speaker grilles for the Bang & Olufsen audio system can be highlighted with one of eight colors, including three new choices: Kingfisher, Pillar Box Red, and Mandarin. If silver isn’t the right color for the “organ stop” air vent controls, those with especially deep pockets can order them in 18-karat gold.
In addition to all that wood, carbon fiber, and leather, the Mulliner Personal Commissioning Guide also contains a range of Tweed door inserts in exclusive yarn colors and five patterns: Cheltenham, Glen Plaid, Charcoal Herringbone, Sand Herringbone, and Damson.
Buyers who want trained eyes to help them in their build process can choose from the set of available Designer Suggestions, specification combos recommended by the Mulliner Design Team, or get assistance from a Mulliner Consultant or Bentley Retail Specialist.
It’s likely that many Bentley buyers—especially first-timers—will use one of the Designer Suggestions because combining so many different shades, finishes, textures, and materials can potentially result in a very expensive hodgepodge of poorly coordinated colors and jarring patterns. A little restraint (and another pair of eyes) can go a long way.