Four Icons: Four Private Sales @ Vintage Bentley

Four Icons: Four Private Sales @ Vintage Bentley

Vintage Bentley are delighted to announce the successful sale of four exceptional vintage Bentleys, following our debut appearance at Rétromobile Paris earlier this year. This achievement reflects continued strength in the market over recent months and a growing appreciation for these historic pre-war cars, further supporting and celebrating the enduring legacy of the marque.

 

Image: NOW SOLD 4 ½ Litre Bentley

 A 4 ½ Litre delivered new in 1928, boasting an exceptional and well-documented ownership history, including the Chairman of Bentley Motors, Dr Paefgen. A matching-numbers Bentley, it has been expertly restored and meticulously maintained and is prepared for rallying and long-distance touring. 

 

NOW SOLD 3 4 ½ Litre Bentley

Delivered in January 1927 as a rare Speed Weymann model, one of just 15 produced. Now upgraded to 4 ½ Litres, with gearbox, differential, suspension, and brakes she has been totally lovingly rebuilt. It is accompanied by a complete and fascinating ownership history. 

 
NOW SOLD

4 ½ Litre Bentley

Rebuilt by a marque specialist and shortened to 9’ 9 ½”, this car has been purpose-developed for rallying. A true vintage Bentley rally car, it is now set to continue its journey on events across the globe. 

 
NOW SOLD

4 ½ Litre Bentley

A matching-numbers heavy chassis 4 ½ Litre, with remarkable long-term ownership spanning over 60 years and three generations. Mechanically original and consistently maintained throughout its life. 


This represents a significant accomplishment for the team, and we look forward to supporting these four new custodians as they embark on their journeys within the world of W.O. Bentleys worldwide. If you are considering starting or continuing your own W.O. journey, we would be delighted to assist. Explore our current consignment offerings via our website or arrange a private appointment at The Works.

For sales enquiries, please contact William on +44 7810 893523 or email sales.
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1928 4 ½ Litre Bentley
Boasting a complete ownership history and all matching numbers, this 4 ½ Litre has had all the upgrades a Bentley boy could wish for. Shortened in 1946 by the famous Syd Lawrence to a 9’ 9 ½” wheelbase and benefiting from a steel crank and rods, prepared for racing but never raced, she is a real thoroughbred in the Bentley world


1927 4 ½ Litre Bentley
Delivered new in November 1927, this 4 ½ Litre was the seventh built and remains a very original example. Kept in excellent mechanical condition in recent years with no expense spared, including new white metal to the engine bottom end, this Bentley is a great opportunity to be enjoyed by her next custodian.


ACTIVE NEXT GENERATION


Generations Rally (16)

SPIRIT OF THE RALLY
 William and his son Ben Medcalf took to this year’s Rally the Globe Generations Rally in the the 1924 3/4 ½ Litre Bentley. The Spirit of the Rally Award was awarded to Ben, at just 13 years old the youngest navigator on the rally. An incredibly special and proud moment! Huge congratulations to Ben, so many crews and teams said they could see just how much he was loving it. For almost 360 miles through South Wales and the Cotswold this event in the sun featured 13 Passage Controls, 12 Speed Tests and eight Regularities for the 83 crews, young and old, to get stuck into.


BADAWI TRAIL
Set over 13 days and 5,000 kilometres, this year’s edition forms a spectacular loop through the western regions of Saudi Arabia, beginning and ending in Jeddah. HERO-ERA's rally opened in dramatic fashion at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit before heading deep into a landscape shaped by ancient trade routes, vast deserts, and striking mountain ranges. William and his son Harry Medcalf have taken on the challenge in a 1926 3 Litre SuperSports whilst client Harry Tayler and navigator Andrew Thompson are embracing the rally in Harry’s 1930 4 ½ Litre Le Mans Bentley.

 

GENERATIONS TRACK DAY
The only event in the world to welcome the next generation into the world of W.Os. We are excited to be returning to Goodwood on Thursday 30th April for what is set to be another hugely successful event. If you are a vintage Bentley owner and would like to attend, please contact Anna. Please note availability will be secured on a first come first serve basis for the last remaining spaces. 

 

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