1929 Bentley 4-1/2 Liter Features Coachwork By Vanden Plas

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This exceptional classic is coming from the collection of a prominent member of the North American Vintage Bentley Club.

After the 1919 Olympia Motor Exhibition premier of the 3 liter car named Stand 126 by W O Bentley, the gates were open for development of the brand. When the 4-1/2 liter took the stage, it used the same chassis, transmission, and brakes of the 3 liter, combined with the new engine. Examples like this 1929 Bentley 4-1/2 Liter are a must have for any classic car collection, and it deserves to go a worthy owner.

The new 4-1/2 liter was basically 2/3 of the six cylinder 6-1/2 liter in use by Bentley, and retains the same 100x140mm bore/stroke. With a new car now in the lineup, Bentley Motors was ready to race prove their new car. Driven by Frank Clement and Leslie Callingham, the 4-1/2 Liter had a fastest lap time of 73.41 mph at the Grand Prix d'Endurance at the Circuit de la Sarthe, before the 'White House Crash' caused it to be eliminated.