Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has revealed its latest Bespoke commission from the Middle East, the Black Badge Cullinan Series II ‘Desert Sunset’.
The vehicle, presented in Doha, is inspired by the distinctive hues of the Qatari capital’s evening sky and was commissioned through the marque’s private office in Dubai.
The model’s two-tone exterior features Bronze as the main body colour, reflecting the Arabian Peninsula’s desert landscapes, and Sunrise Sparkle for the upper section, mirroring the light of the setting sun over Doha’s skyline. Inside, the main Sunrise leather is paired with Casden Tan and Havana accents, complemented by seat inserts, piping, contrast stitching and ‘RR’ headrest monograms in Sunrise. Bespoke perforations in the seats are designed to resemble cloud formations over Goodwood, the home of Rolls-Royce. Mimosa Negra open-pore veneer, Dark Spice carpets and Casden Tan lambswool floor mats complete the interior.
James Crichton, Regional Director for the Middle East and Africa at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said that the region remains the company’s most valuable market for Bespoke vehicles by average value. “Through our Private Office in Dubai, we bring the Home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood to our clients in the region, providing them with a unique opportunity to co-create their motor car alongside a dedicated Bespoke designer and specialised client experience manager,” he said. He described the Desert Sunset as a demonstration of the Cullinan’s potential as a medium for creativity and cultural expression.
Ayman Berjawi, General Manager of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Doha, called the vehicle “a celebration of Qatar’s natural beauty and our client’s discerning taste”, adding that it reflected the close collaboration between the Doha dealership and the Dubai Private Office.
The commission was ordered by a longstanding Qatari client. The Private Office service, available by invitation only, allows customers to work with Bespoke designers and experience managers to create unique and technically complex commissions in a private setting.
Opened in 2022, the Dubai Private Office was Rolls-Royce’s first creative outpost outside Goodwood and now forms part of a global network in Shanghai, New York City and Seoul. The Middle East’s reputation for ambitious and highly individualised projects was a key factor in launching the network in the region.
The Black Badge Cullinan Series II ‘Desert Sunset’ has a WLTP combined CO2 emission of 380-363 g/km and fuel consumption of 16.8-17.7 mpg (16.8-16.0 l/100 km).
