Longtime Bentley collector Mark King has taken delivery of a Bespoke Bentayga Apex Edition by Mulliner, a vehicle that completes his one-of-a-kind Le Mans-inspired collection. The Northern Ireland-based enthusiast now owns a matching pair of Le Mans Collection Bentleys, with the Bentayga joining his 2023 Continental GT Le Mans Collection in the same Verdant Green and Moonbeam livery.
The Bentayga Apex Edition is one of just 20 examples worldwide, hand-built by Mulliner and exclusively available to owners of the Le Mans Collection Continental GT or GT Convertible. This pairing marks the 20th anniversary of Bentley’s 2003 Le Mans victory, which ended the brand’s 73-year hiatus from the winner’s circle at the prestigious endurance race.
King’s Bentley collection reflects his deep appreciation for the brand’s high-performance and luxury vehicles. His latest Apex Edition Bentayga joins an already impressive lineup, including a Bentayga Speed, Continental GT3-R, and a Continental Flying Spur. Known for using his Bentleys extensively, King has logged over 100,000 miles in his Bentayga Speed, often using it to transport other vehicles in his collection.
His decision to commission the Le Mans Collection Continental GT in 2023 made him an ideal candidate for the matching Apex Edition Bentayga. Bentley’s exclusive offer to existing Le Mans Collection owners made the decision easy, and King was quick to secure his place among the 20 recipients.
The Apex Edition Bentayga: Performance Meets Heritage
Based on the Bentayga S, the Apex Edition is the most dynamic iteration of Bentley’s SUV yet. Powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8, it delivers 542 horsepower (550 PS) and 568 lb-ft (770 Nm) of torque, propelling the luxury SUV from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds.
Performance enhancements include:
- Bentley Dynamic Ride for improved handling
- Rear-wheel steering for agility
- 22-inch Mulliner carbon wheels, reducing unsprung mass by 44 kg
- Carbon-ceramic brakes for superior stopping power
- Le Mans-inspired livery, exclusive to owners of the Continental GT Le Mans Collection
This Bentayga not only offers enhanced handling but also maintains Bentley’s signature luxury with an interior crafted from Beluga hide and Dinamica fabric, accented by contrast Hotspur stitching.
King’s Le Mans Collection Continental GT, introduced in 2023, was built to honor Bentley’s six victories at Le Mans. Inspired by the #7 Speed 8, which took the checkered flag in 2003, the GT features:
- Verdant Green exterior with Blackline accents
- Painted #7 grille in Arctica White
- Carbon-ceramic brakes with red calipers
- 22-inch ten-spoke black wheels
- A special inlaid emblem commemorating Bentley’s six Le Mans wins
A standout feature of all Le Mans Collection Bentleys is the Rotating Display, which includes a vitrine containing a real engine valve from the 2003 Speed 8 race car—a tangible connection to Bentley’s racing legacy.
With this Le Mans-inspired Bentayga Apex Edition, Mark King’s collection now stands as one of the most exclusive Bentley stables in the world, blending performance, history, and bespoke craftsmanship.