The Bentley
The Bentley by Nick Georgano, published by Shire in 1993, offers an insightful exploration of one of the most iconic names in British automotive history. This 32-page book delves into the legacy of the Bentley 3-litre, produced from 1921 to 1929, which epitomized the vintage sports car era. The narrative highlights Bentley’s remarkable achievements at Le Mans, where it secured four consecutive victories, a record that stood until the 1950s, and discusses the evolution of the brand following its acquisition by Rolls-Royce.
Readers will find a detailed account of Bentley’s transformation over the decades, from the introduction of quieter models in the 1930s to the resurgence of the brand in the 1980s with the Turbo R. The book also touches on the shift in design, including the transition to pressed-steel bodies post-World War II, while still celebrating the craftsmanship of coachbuilt models like the R-type Continental. With a focus on transportation and automotive history, this edition serves as a valuable resource for enthusiasts and historians alike.
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Bentley has always been one of the most evocative names among British cars, and the 3-litre, made from 1921 to 1929, was the archetypal British vintage sports car. Bentley’s success at Le Mans established it as a world-beating sports car, and the record of four consecutive wins was unbroken until the 1950’s. After the Rolls-Royce take-over quieter, more civilised Bentleys were made in the 1930’s, though still with a good turn of speed. Although the first pressed-steel bodies appeared after the Second World War, some models, such as the beautiful R-type Continental, were still coachbuilt. After a decline in the 1970’s when very few Rolls-Royce products wore Bentley radiators, a revival came in the 1980’s with cars such as the Turbo R.
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