1950 Bentley Speed Eight

1950 Bentley Speed 8 B special by Racing Green

Full details to follow.

In effect a brand new car with just 800 shakedown miles covered so far. The car was built for the current owner by the renowned team at Racing Green Engineering. The car is finished in traditional green to the exterior with maroon leather to the interior. A change of plans now necessitates its sale.

Further details to follow. Hurry as it will not last at this price. Colelction is from Kassel in Germany. We can deliver the car world wide at cost.

Engine: 4 SU Type H.6 carburettors. Selectable engine driven mechanical or twin electric fuel pumps.

Exhaust System: Large-bore straight through stainless steel exhaust system.

Clutch: Single dry plate, heavy duty or lightweight diaphragm.

Transmission: Bentley Four speed and reverse. Choice of crown wheel and pinion ratio.

Suspension: Upgraded front and rear road springs

Braking System: Hydraulic front drum brakes, mechanical rear drum brakes, assisted by mechanically driven servo.

Wheels & Tyres: 21” wire wheels with 21 x 7.00 tyres. Knock on stainless steel spinners.

Bodywork: Ash framed. Aluminium panelled and covered with wadding and rexine. Double duck retractable hood and full tonneau cover. Folding windscreen fitted with laminated safety glass. Solid nickel radiator shell, all other bright work nickel-plated. Interior leather upholstered, with driver and passenger bucket seats. High quality close woven carpets.