The first bespoke new Bentley Continental GTC Speed was auctioned at the 2025 Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), raising an impressive $1.7 million to support underprivileged children in Collier County. This milestone contributed to a record-breaking $34 million raised at the festival, making it the most successful auction in the event’s 25-year history.
A Unique Auction Offering
Bentley Naples curated an exceptional auction lot, comprising two core elements: a one-of-a-kind Continental GTC Speed with a bespoke Mulliner specification and an exclusive experience at Monterey Car Week 2025.
The GTC Speed showcases a distinctive Damson exterior with a Dark Grey Metallic fabric roof, harmonized with a Light Grey interior headliner. The interior features a refined combination of White and Damson hides with Silver piping, further enhanced by personalized Naples Winter Wine Festival treadplates, Blackline and Touring specifications, LED welcome lights, and a Moonbeam-painted pinstripe accentuating the exterior. Exclusive to Mulliner, the vehicle’s unique piano white and Damson-painted veneer ensures its exclusivity.
Ultra-Performance Hybrid Powertrain
For the first time, Bentley auctioned a vehicle equipped with its most powerful engine yet—the Ultra Performance Plug-In Hybrid V8. Generating an astonishing 771 horsepower, over 100 more than the previous version, the GTC Speed accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.2 seconds, offering an unparalleled blend of power and sustainability.
Exclusive Monterey Car Week Experience
Beyond owning this bespoke grand tourer, the auction winner access to its premier Monterey Car Week 2025 program. This includes:
- Four nights of luxury accommodations at The Inn at Spanish Bay
- Two VIP tickets to Bentley’s Terrace at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering
- Two VIP tickets to the Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance, with access to The Bench hospitality suite at The Lodge
- Invitations of exclusive Beach Dinner at Seal Rock Beach
- Access to Bentley’s Signature Party at The Beach & Tennis Club
Commitment to Philanthropy
Bentley Motors reaffirmed its dedication to philanthropy through this auction. “Bentley Motors is pleased to support Bentley Naples in another successful auction at the Naples Winter Wine Festival, continuing its charitable efforts,” said Jun Watanabe, Senior Director of Sales and Operations at Bentley Americas. “Contributing to the community and fostering a sense of purpose are integral to our broader sustainability mission.”
The Managing Partner, Jason Reidel, echoed this sentiment: “We have been honored to be involved with the Naples Winter Wine Festival since 2006 and its transformative work through the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF). Together with Bentley Motors Inc., we are grateful for the opportunity to support this incredible mission.”
A Legacy of Giving
Since its inception in 2001, the Naples Winter Wine Festival has raised over $336 million, benefiting children’s education and healthcare programs in Collier County. Bill Beynon, Team 25 Co-Chair, expressed gratitude for Bentley’s involvement: “Their extraordinary support has enabled us to raise much-needed funds for essential programs that improve the lives of underprivileged children in our community.”
As Bentley continues to blend luxury with purpose, this historic auction underscores the brand’s dedication to crafting remarkable vehicles while making a meaningful impact on society.