Commissioning a Bespoke Bentley in Montreal: Your Guide to the Customization Process

When 46 billion colour and trim combinations still don't capture your exact vision, Mulliner steps in. As Bentley's bespoke division, Mulliner has been creating one-of-a-kind vehicles since 1923, working directly with clients to design entirely unique cars. If you're ready to commission a bespoke Bentley in Montreal, here's what the customization process looks like from consultation to delivery.

What Mulliner Offers: Three Levels of Personalization

Bentley's customization program operates on three distinct levels, each offering increasing degrees of exclusivity and creative freedom.

Curated by Mulliner provides an exclusive selection of colours, materials, and features chosen by Mulliner's artisans. These curated options allow you to personalize any Bentley model—whether it's a Bentayga, Continental GT, or Flying Spur—with carefully selected finishes that go beyond the standard palette.

Mulliner Bespoke opens the door to direct collaboration with the Mulliner design team. This level unlocks access to additional colours, materials, and features not available through the standard options list. Clients working at this level are encouraged to visit the Bentley factory in Crewe, UK, either virtually or in person, to work alongside designers and craftspeople.

Mulliner Coachbuilt represents the pinnacle of personal commissioning. This service is reserved for ultra-exclusive, one-of-one vehicles or limited series cars. The Mulliner Coachbuilt team of designers, engineers, and artisans can bring virtually any automotive vision to life, creating entirely new body styles or features tailored to a single client.

The Co-Creation Process: How It Works

Mulliner refers to its bespoke process as "co-creation." Rather than selecting from a fixed menu, clients participate directly in the design of their vehicle. This collaborative approach begins with a personal consultation at Bentley Montréal, where advisors help translate your vision into tangible design choices.

During the consultation, you'll explore exterior paint options from Mulliner's palette of 111 colours, including solids, metallics, pearlescents, and satins. If none of these meet your requirements, Mulliner can create a custom colour matched to nearly any sample—whether it's a fabric swatch, a photograph, or an object that inspires you.

Interior customization follows a similar path. Bentley's craftspeople work with a range of materials, from traditional hides and veneers to bespoke textiles and technical finishes. Vibrant colour schemes, unique stitching patterns, and custom embroidery are all within reach. Each Bentayga EWB, for example, requires 18 hours just to produce the trim panels and wood set for the cabin, a process that ensures every surface meets Bentley's standards.

Once the design is finalized, your specification is sent to the Mulliner workshops in Crewe, where skilled artisans begin the build. The entire process is guided by Bentley's Master Trainers, who pass down techniques and knowledge to ensure every detail reflects the level of craftsmanship Bentley is known for.

What You Can Customize

The scope of customization available through Mulliner is nearly limitless, but here are the key areas where clients typically focus their attention:

Exterior finishes include custom paint colours, contrast rooflines, unique badging, and bespoke brightware. Mulliner can also create custom graphics, pinstriping, or hand-painted coach lines.

Interior materials cover leather colours and textures, veneer choices, metal finishes, and technical materials like carbon fibre or stone. Clients can specify unique stitching patterns, perforation designs, and embroidered monograms or crests.

Technical features allow for the integration of custom technology, unique instrumentation, or personalized storage solutions. Mulliner has created everything from bespoke picnic sets to integrated champagne coolers and custom luggage.

Personalized details can include engraved treadplates, custom headrest embroidery, unique clock faces, and personalized dashboard plaques. Some clients commission entirely new features, such as custom rear-seat entertainment systems or unique storage compartments designed around specific items.

Why Work with Bentley Montréal

Commissioning a bespoke Bentley is a journey that requires guidance from a team that understands both the product and the process. At Bentley Montréal, advisors are trained to help clients navigate the full range of Mulliner options, offering insights and recommendations based on years of experience with the brand.

The team at Bentley Montréal also provides ongoing support throughout the build process. From the initial consultation to the final delivery, you'll receive updates and have the opportunity to review progress as your Bentley takes shape. Once your vehicle arrives in Montreal, the relationship continues with factory-certified maintenance, genuine Bentley parts, and concierge services designed to make ownership as seamless as possible.

Located at 8225 Décarie in Montreal, Bentley Montréal operates with the same commitment to perfection that defines the Mulliner workshops. Every interaction is designed to reflect the excellence that Bentley is known for, ensuring that your experience matches the quality of the vehicle you're commissioning.

Timeline and Next Steps

The timeline for a bespoke Bentley varies depending on the complexity of your specification. A Bentayga EWB, for instance, takes approximately 132 hours to manufacture, with 24 hours dedicated to painting the body and 18 hours for the interior trim and wood. More complex bespoke requests may require additional time. Your advisor at Bentley Montréal can provide a more accurate timeline based on your specific design.

The first step is a personal consultation at the dealership. During this meeting, you'll discuss your vision, explore material samples, and begin mapping out the specification for your Bentley. This is also the time to ask questions about the process, review examples of previous Mulliner work, and understand what's possible within your timeline.

If you're ready to commission a bespoke Bentley in Montreal, reach out to the team at Bentley Montréal to schedule your consultation. Whether you're drawn to curated options, full bespoke personalization, or a coachbuilt masterpiece, the Mulliner program offers a level of customization that ensures your Bentley is truly one of a kind.