The kind where a simple paint job becomes a work of art. Bentley’s new Ombré by Mulliner on the Flying Spur takes that to the next level—a four-door sedan with a seamless color fade from Topaz Blue at the front to Windsor Blue at the rear, all hand-painted over 60 hours by two skilled artisans in Crewe. Unveiled in September 2025, this bespoke beauty debuts at the Southampton International Boat Show, where it’ll steal the spotlight. As a car nut who’s spent hours admiring Mulliner’s custom work at Goodwood, this Ombré Flying Spur feels like the ultimate expression of luxury. At £48,000 ($68,000), it’s pricey, but for three curated color combos, it’s worth every penny. Let’s dive into how Bentley made this fade happen and why it’s a game-changer for bespoke cars.
The Ombré Magic: From Topaz Blue to Windsor Blue in 60 Hours
Bentley’s Ombré by Mulliner is their most exclusive paint option yet, blending two colors along the sides and roof for a gradient that’s entirely hand-sprayed. For this Flying Spur, it starts with vibrant Topaz Blue up front, fading to darker Windsor Blue at the rear, with the transition happening mid-car across doors, sills, and roof. Two paint techs spend nearly 60 hours on it, spraying the individual colors first, then tinting and layering the fade in stages using traditional mixing methods. The key? Ensuring a uniform blend without a third color popping up (like green from blue and yellow). Each car’s unique due to paint reactions, but the symmetry is flawless to the eye—pure Bentley precision.
Debut at Southampton Boat Show: A Sea of Luxury Meets Cosmic Fade
This Ombré Flying Spur bows at the Southampton International Boat Show starting September 19, 2025, on Bentley’s dedicated stand. It follows the Continental GT Ombré from Monterey Car Week, but this is the first four-door to get the treatment, proving the technique works on sedans too. The event’s perfect for it—yachts and luxury vibes mirroring the Flying Spur’s elegance. If you’re there, don’t miss it; it’s the kind of car that stops you in your tracks.
Color Combos and Pricing: Three Fades for $68,000
Ombré by Mulliner comes in three curated pairs: Topaz Blue to Windsor Blue (this one), Sunburst Gold to Orange Flame, and Tungsten to Onyx. Choices are limited to guarantee a smooth transition—Bentley’s artisans know their paints. At £48,000 ($68,000), it’s a splurge, but for a one-of-a-kind fade, it’s the ultimate bespoke touch. More combos are coming, so if you’re ordering, the options will grow.
The Craft Behind the Fade: Hand-Sprayed Artistry in Crewe
The process is a testament to Bentley’s Dream Factory in Crewe. After spraying the base colors, the fade is built in layers, with techs responding to how the paints interact—each car’s a snowflake, but perfectly balanced. It’s symmetrical across the body, no shortcuts. This level of handcraftsmanship is why Mulliner’s the gold standard in bespoke.
Bentley’s Ombré Flying Spur Is Luxury Reimagined
The Ombré Flying Spur is more than a paint job—it’s art on wheels, turning a sedan into a rolling canvas. At $68,000, it’s for those who want unique, and the Southampton debut will be epic. Bentley’s pushing bespoke boundaries, and I’m here for it. What color fade would you pick? Share below; I’m curious from fellow car dreamers!
