Bentley can now proudly add their name to our recent list of oddest optional extras, after creating what it describes as ‘the ultimate angling accessory’: the new Bentayga Fly Fishing by Mulliner.
JUL 21st 2016
Bentley Scales Up Bentayga Production With Fly‑Fishing Special
This bespoke Bentayga accessory for the wealthy angling enthusiast is hand-crafted by Bentley’s Mulliner bespoke coachbuilding division, with the Bentayga Fly Fishing by Mulliner being is an tailored installation which houses all of the equipment required for a successful day on the river in the boot of the new Bentley SUV.
Located on the underside of the parcel shelf are four fishing rods, stored in special tubes and trimmed in the finest saddle leather with linen cross-stitching and. A pair of landing nets in matching leather bags are stored in a bespoke, carpet-trimmed hard pocket built into the side of the Bentayga’s boot.
At the heart of the Bentayga Fly Fishing by Mulliner are three individual, leather-trimmed units, including a master tackle station and refreshment case that sits on a sliding tray for easy access. Inside the master tackle unit is a special burr walnut veneered drawer containing a fly-tying vice and tools, as well as a selection of cotton, hooks and feathers.
Beneath this are four machined-from-solid aluminium reel cases trimmed in saddle leather with linen cross-stitching. The interior of the refreshment case contains up to three metal flasks and a set of Mulliner fine-china tableware, as well as a separate food storage compartment. With a quilted leather finish on top, it can also be removed entirely and used as additional seating.
Waders and boots can be stowed in a handcrafted leather-wrapped wood trunk, lined with hard-wearing neoprene material to keep the items in a waterproof environment after use. All three units can be removed from the Bentayga’s boot whenever maximum luggage space is required.
Waterproof boot-floor and rear-sill-protection covers are discreetly integrated into the rear of the Bentayga Fly Fishing by Mulliner, as is an electronic dehumidifier unit to ensure the area remains fresh and dry. Prices for this accessory have not been confirmed, but except them to be off the scale…

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