Bentley isn’t exactly known for outrageous paint jobs, but its latest Flying Spur creation looks like something straight out of a racing video game. Covered in aggressive, motorsport-inspired graphics that glow in the dark, this one-off luxury sedan is unlike anything you’d normally expect from the British automaker.
The unusual creation is the work of British artist David Gwyther, better known as Death Spray Custom. Automotive enthusiasts might recognize his name from his collaborations with the late Ken Block, having designed liveries for five of the rally driver’s Gymkhana vehicles.
Unfortunately, this particular Bentley isn’t destined for a collector’s garage or even a permanent museum display. It’s based on a pre-production Flying Spur prototype that will eventually be crushed, meaning Gwyther’s striking artwork has a limited lifespan.
Before that happens, however, the car has already enjoyed its moment in the spotlight. It made its US debut at a special Bentley exhibition held at CART Department in New York City on October 13, 2026.
A Bentley With A Very Different Personality
Gwyther spent approximately 10 days transforming the Flying Spur at his studio in Wales. Starting with a deep black base coat, he used hand-applied masking to create angular graphics inspired by motorsport and traditional automotive camouflage.
The design deliberately disrupts the Bentley’s elegant proportions rather than emphasizing them. Splattered patterns across the front and sharper shapes toward the rear give the luxury sedan a distinctly rebellious appearance.
However, the most interesting part of the design only becomes visible after dark. Gwyther incorporated special phosphorescent pigments in blue, green, and purple that absorb light during the day and illuminate the graphics after dark.
Creating the effect wasn’t easy, either. Gwyther repeatedly switched between working under studio lights and checking his progress in darkness, describing the experience as almost like painting blind.
A Connection To Ken Block And Bentley’s Supersports
Gwyther has previously worked on several of Ken Block’s memorable Gymkhana liveries, giving him plenty of experience turning performance cars into moving artwork. His relationship with Bentley also includes the striking Supersports: FULL SEND project.
The Flying Spur takes that bold visual language and applies it to a considerably more luxurious canvas. Underneath the dramatic paintwork sits a V8-powered sedan that would ordinarily be associated with understated elegance rather than racing-inspired graphics.
An Art Car With An Expiration Date
The Flying Spur appeared alongside Bentley’s new electric Torcal at the New York exhibition, where the two vehicles explored different approaches to automotive lighting. While the Torcal featured an illuminated grille, the Flying Spur relied on its glow-in-the-dark paint.
Despite the effort involved, Gwyther seems comfortable with the car’s eventual destruction. Speaking to Road & Track, he explained that he actually appreciates the temporary nature of the project.
It’s an unusual fate for such an elaborate creation, particularly one wearing a Bentley badge. Considering the craftsmanship and creativity involved, it’s a shame this one-of-a-kind Flying Spur will eventually end up in a crusher.