Details
1947 BENTLEY MKVI SPECIAL
Registration No. XLF 563
Chassis No. B120BH
Engine No. RF789K/K32K
British Racing Green with black interior.
Engine: six cylinder, overhead valve, 4,257cc giving 135bhp at 4,000rpm; Gearbox: four speed manual; Brakes: four wheel drum; Suspension: extremely modified, front independent with coil springs, rear, small leaf springs. Right hand drive.
The Bentley Special provides owners with the opportunity to create their 'own' Bentley, something out of the ordinary. Built on the substantial chassis of the standard car, the Special provides an ideal opportunity for a high performance sports car to one's own taste and specification.
For the period 1946 to 1955 Bentley were building the MkVI at their Crewe factory and these were to form the basis of the MkVI Special, of which this car is one. The mid-sixties saw the emergence of this new type of sporting Bentley, known as the 'Crewe Specials', created by enthusiasts for club racing. Originally built by Mr. Thomas of Surrey, this already quick car was supercharged with a cabin blower positioned in front of the radiator grill in a similar postion to the W.O. Bentley supercharged 4½ litre cars of the late 1930s. With a shortened chassis and much modified suspension this Special sits very low to the ground. The car was rebuilt in 1974 by R. J. Biddle and was known to have frightened Formula Ford drivers at Brands Hatch! It also ran at Silverstone in August of 1979, driven by J.E. Thomas. Despite the blower not currently being connected the car is still incredibly fast and well mannered on the road. The one area where this Special could perhaps benefit from some modification would be to improve the cooling system, since the radiator is situated behind the driver and is prone to overheat.
This is an agressive looking Bentley, set low to the ground with stylish coachwork and twin aero screens. The new owner could perhaps prepare the car for racing again in Bentley Drivers Club meetings or alternatively enjoy its speed and handling on the open roads.
Registration No. XLF 563
Chassis No. B120BH
Engine No. RF789K/K32K
British Racing Green with black interior.
Engine: six cylinder, overhead valve, 4,257cc giving 135bhp at 4,000rpm; Gearbox: four speed manual; Brakes: four wheel drum; Suspension: extremely modified, front independent with coil springs, rear, small leaf springs. Right hand drive.
The Bentley Special provides owners with the opportunity to create their 'own' Bentley, something out of the ordinary. Built on the substantial chassis of the standard car, the Special provides an ideal opportunity for a high performance sports car to one's own taste and specification.
For the period 1946 to 1955 Bentley were building the MkVI at their Crewe factory and these were to form the basis of the MkVI Special, of which this car is one. The mid-sixties saw the emergence of this new type of sporting Bentley, known as the 'Crewe Specials', created by enthusiasts for club racing. Originally built by Mr. Thomas of Surrey, this already quick car was supercharged with a cabin blower positioned in front of the radiator grill in a similar postion to the W.O. Bentley supercharged 4½ litre cars of the late 1930s. With a shortened chassis and much modified suspension this Special sits very low to the ground. The car was rebuilt in 1974 by R. J. Biddle and was known to have frightened Formula Ford drivers at Brands Hatch! It also ran at Silverstone in August of 1979, driven by J.E. Thomas. Despite the blower not currently being connected the car is still incredibly fast and well mannered on the road. The one area where this Special could perhaps benefit from some modification would be to improve the cooling system, since the radiator is situated behind the driver and is prone to overheat.
This is an agressive looking Bentley, set low to the ground with stylish coachwork and twin aero screens. The new owner could perhaps prepare the car for racing again in Bentley Drivers Club meetings or alternatively enjoy its speed and handling on the open roads.