1st bespoke Bentley Bentayga EWB auctioned for the benefit of underprivileged children

MANILA: This year's Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF) featured an auction for a good cause, including the first bespoke Bentley Bentayga EWB.

Bentley's flagship model participated in the NWWF, helping raise $1 million of the approximately $25 million in auction proceeds for underprivileged children in Collier, Florida, USA.

The exclusive Bentley Bentayga Extended Wheelbase Azure created especially for the NWWF was delivered as part of the Bentley Naples auction.

The exterior of the Bentley Bentayga EWB is painted with three layers of pearlescent Snow Quartz. It is fitted with 22-inch 10-spoke black-painted and bright machined wheels. Amethyst detailing can be found throughout the Mulliner White and Beluga Black cabin, including the gear lever, door pockets, piping, and stitching. Mulliner's additional loose rear cushions, which are also in Amethyst with white piping, are likewise inspired by the wine theme.

The Bentley Bentayga's bespoke look is further enhanced by personalized tread plates for the NWWF. The Naim world-class audio system enhances the in-cabin experience and is complemented by white speaker grilles.

The Bentley Airline Seat Specification featured on the Bentley Bentayga EWB is the world's most wellbeing-focused automotive seat. It is the most technologically advanced seat ever installed in a vehicle. With 22 adjustment options, the world's first auto climate sensing system and cutting-edge postural adjustment technology provide the best rear accommodation since the Bentley Mulsanne.

“We are thrilled to have this extraordinary vehicle auctioned at this year’s Naples Winter Wine Festival, helping to raise funds benefitting at-risk and underprivileged children in our community,” Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF) Immediate Past Chair Paul Hills stated. “This unique, one-of-a-kind car is truly stunning and builds upon our tremendous partnership with Bentley as an exceptional luxury automaker and the Naples Winter Wine Festival as one of the world’s top charity wine auctions.”

Every single part of this Bentley Bentayga EWB is designed to provide all passengers with the ultimate Bentley experience through elegance, wellness, and performance. In addition to owning this special Bentley, the winning couple also got a chance to participate in the Extraordinary Journey UK program, which consists of a four-night and five-day tour of England and Scotland. Before participating in the Extraordinary Journey UK program, they will also get to experience a specially curated London-based adventure and a chauffeur drive once they arrive in the UK.

The sumptuous trip includes a visit to the Home of Bentley in Crewe, England for a one-of-a-kind factory tour and dining experience, then a multi-day drive from England up into Scotland with breathtaking routes and landscapes along the way. A comprehensive whisky tasting and an exclusive distillery tour at The Macallan Estate will mark the program's conclusion.

“I’m extremely proud of Bentley Naples and our Mulliner team for creating this unique car to support a wonderful and worthy cause. Giving back and establishing purpose within the community is all part of our wider definition of sustainability,” Bentley Americas President and Chief Executive Officer Christophe Georges stated.

Since 2001, NWWF has drawn affluent attendees from all over the world and has already assisted more than 300,000 underprivileged children.

“We choose to support the Naples Winter Wine Festival because this event is one of the largest fundraisers in the country and all the donations raised stay in Collier County and go directly to the children that need it most,” Bentley Naples Managing Partner Jason Reidel said. “NCEF supports so many different organizations, rather than just one. Over 50 different organizations have received grants, which is incredible. We love our SWFL community and want to give back in as many ways as we possibly can, so NCEF/NWWF is a great way to directly impact the lives of so many different people within the community. Their website reads that over 300,000 lives have been impacted since the festival has been implemented. We are helping to change the lives of hundreds of thousands of people and we hope to continue to partner with NCEF not only as a corporate partner, but also in curating exciting lots for many years to come.”

Photos from Bentley Americas

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