As the ultimate expression of British automotive luxury and a showcase of Bentley’s intentions for the future, the all-new Bentley Grand Convertible made its world debut today at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show alongside the new Mulsanne Speed.
“This concept demonstrates Bentley’s ability to create a pinnacle convertible Grand Tourer, while embodying elegance beyond compare. With this car we combine the opulent Mulsanne experience with the full sensory indulgence of open-air touring, continuing to unite luxury and performance in new ways,” said Bentley Chairman and CEO Wolfgang Dürheime.
“We are eagerly awaiting the response of our customers to this car. We will ensure that this car -- if it reaches the roads -- will be a highly exclusive, extremely limited collector’s piece.”
The Bentley Grand Convertible uses the same 537-horsepower, 6.75L twin-turbo V8 engine as the flagship Mulsanne. Resplendent in Sequin Blue (originally a bespoke colour created from a single sequin from a customer’s haute couture gown), it features a silver “liquid metal” finish to the hood and windscreen frame.
Inside, 14 naturally tanned leather hides are merged together with progressive-diamond quilting, with the shape of the pattern changing over the seats and doors in a cabin sized for four adults. The rear Burr Walnut tonneau features the largest piece of wood veneer ever applied to a Bentley.