Mansory reveals 900hp Bentley Continental Flying Spur at Geneva
Mansory's Flying Spur gains a dramatic carbon fibre body kit and a 900hp upgrade, making it one of the most powerful Bentleys at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show.
Mansory introduced its take on the Bentley Continental Flying Spur at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, unveiling a car that combines the tuner’s trademark carbon fibre work with a substantial power increase. The German-based firm, known for its bold modifications to luxury and performance cars, has taken a more restrained approach with the Flying Spur’s styling, but left nothing subtle about its performance.
Carbon fibre bodywork and bespoke detailing
Mansory’s Flying Spur stands out with extensive use of carbon fibre across its bonnet, front apron, side skirts, rear apron and rear spoiler. The bodywork is finished in a combination of chrome, brown and exposed carbon, giving the car a distinctive presence without the excess sometimes associated with the tuner’s previous projects. LED daytime running lights integrated into the front apron mark it out as a Mansory creation.
The interior was not detailed in the available information, but Mansory typically offers bespoke upholstery and trim options to match the exterior’s individualism. The focus in Geneva, however, was firmly on the exterior modifications and the car’s mechanical upgrades.
900hp W12: performance to match the looks
Under the bonnet, Mansory’s engineers have reworked Bentley’s 6.0-litre twin-turbo W12. Power rises from the standard 635hp to 900hp, with torque electronically capped at 1,100Nm to protect the drivetrain. This puts the Mansory Flying Spur among the most powerful saloons on the market at the time of its debut.
These figures represent a substantial leap from the standard Flying Spur’s 320km/h top speed and 635hp output. The acceleration figure places the car firmly in supercar territory, despite its size and luxury focus.
Tuning for the luxury market
Mansory has a long history of modifying British luxury cars, and the Flying Spur project reflects both its roots and its progress in carbon fibre technology. The restrained yet distinctive styling may appeal to buyers seeking exclusivity without sacrificing the Bentley’s underlying elegance. The performance modifications, meanwhile, target customers who want supercar numbers in a four-door saloon.
The car’s Geneva debut placed it alongside other heavily modified luxury and performance models, including the Brabus B63S and ABT’s Audi RS6-R, reflecting the ongoing demand for ultra-high-performance saloons and estates at the show. For more on Geneva’s high-powered debuts, seeABT Unveils 730hp Audi RS6-R at 2014 Geneva Motor Show.
