- Built by Petersen
- A legendary model
- In 1929 Barnato/Birkin’s Speed Six won the Le Mans 24 Hour Race
- Bentley rapidly achieved fame as an exciting fast touring car, well able to compete with the best of European and American sports cars in the tough world of motor sport in the 1920s
- The Petersen cars enable enthusiasts to enjoy the ‘Vintage Bentley’ experience with the additional benefits of more modern technology and improved materials
- Just one of approximately 60 examples built by Peterson
- Easy to drive in the modern traffic
- A monument to pre-war driving pleasure
- Excellent, and extremely detailed built
- A thrilling and superb event entrant

‘It is extraordinarily difficult to explain in words or writing the exact fascination of a big, fast car of the type so ably represented by the big Bentley speed model.’ The Autocar on the Bentley Speed Six, September 5th, 1930.

From the humblest of beginnings in a mews garage off Baker Street, London in 1919 the Bentley rapidly achieved fame as an exciting fast touring car, well able to compete with the best of European and American sports cars in the tough world of motor sport in the 1920s.

In 1928 the Speed Six model, WO Bentley’s favorite car, was introduced.

The Speed Six twice won the Le Mans 24 hours as well as distinguishing itself at various Brooklands meetings.

The Speed Six was powered by a 6597cc straight-six engine that developed 160bhp (later 180bhp) and well over 400lbft of torque thanks to a ‘hotter’ camshaft, higher compression ratio and twin SU carburettors.

Capable of over 100mph (depending upon gearing) and with nearly twice as much power on tap as a Rolls-Royce Phantom I, the Bentley has some claim to being Britain’s first supercar.

ABOUT THIS SPECIFIC EXAMPLE

This stunning Bentley Speed Six re-creation was constructed in 2012 by the Devon-based Petersen Engineering, a firm that has built up an unrivaled reputation for its work in rebuilding and restoring Bentley motor cars.

Over the past 25 years the company has built nearly 60 ‘Petersen Specials’ – classic re-creations constructed using period parts and coachwork of authentic 1920s patterns and dimensions.

Thus the Petersen cars enable enthusiasts to enjoy the ‘Vintage Bentley’ experience with the additional benefits of more modern technology and improved materials.

The car is finished in beautiful British Racing Green with Green Connolly leather and Wilton wool carpeting, and is in generally excellent mechanical condition with excellent paintwork and interior.

There is a folding screen with aero screens and double duck hood with tonneau cover.

Twin leather saddles feature on the doors.

Furthermore, there is an exterior locking toolkit with leather straps.

Since entering the former owner’s distinguished collection in 2012, the car has participated in various rallies and tours but has not been raced. The car was offered to us for sale only due to his advancing years.

In his ownership the car has been maintained to the highest standards with significant work carried out.

CONDITION EXTERIOR

The former owner was a very precise gentlemen who took a lot of care for his hobby cars. Therefore this Bentley is in an absolute outstanding condition.

The shape of the Bentley is wonderful even as the condition. The paint is very nice shiny and is in a condition as if the car was finished from restoration recently.

The chrome parts including the massive grille are in an as new condition as well.

The green wheels fit the car very nicely and are fitted with recent tires.

CONDITION INTERIOR

The interior is in a beautiful condition. The leather which is used is the typical English smooth leather.

No damages can be found in the interior.

The carpets are all in a nice order as well.

The interior is great looking with very comfortable racing-style bucket seats and a rear bench.

The dashboard machine is turned aluminium with team car instruments.

The car benefits from some extra’s being a classic metal Halda twin master, power steering and heated seats!

DRIVING EXPERIENCE

This Bentley remains a much sought after classic car and a true connoisseurs pre-war dream.

The Bentley is fast, comfortable and straightforward to drive making it ultimately a very rewarding experience. Is a very powerful and refined car with excellent brakes.

The car offer the ultimate in high speed, long distance touring capabilities.

This fantastic racer will bring a smile to your face every single time you drive it. A monument to pre-war driving pleasure.

Thanks to the efforts of the Bentley Drivers’ Club and numerous marque specialists, the Speed Six has long been valued as an events car proving its mettle on long distance endurance rallies such as the Peking to Paris, Colorado Grand and 1000 Millas Sport not to mention at race meetings including the Le Mans Classic, Goodwood Revival and Monterey Historic.

Eligible for a host of prestigious and exciting events, this splendid Speed Six is ready for yet more adventure offering a great package of heritage and modern convenience and reliability!

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