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  • Unique Bentley Cars Will be Demonstrated at 2015 Concours of Elegance

    Bentley2015 Concours of Elegance will take place at Scotland’s Palace of Holyroodhouse. And this year’s event will demonstrate numerous interesting vehicles, some of which are famous Bentley vehicles. To be more precise, the Bentley vehicles are six, ranging from the 1927 6 ½-Liter Vander Plas tourer to the 1960 S2 Continental with H.J. Mulliner Fastback coachwork. So, let’s check out what is going on here.

    And the other Bentley models on display include the well-known “Blue Train” Speed Six, the Team Blower, a special 1930 8-Liter, 1937 4 ¼-Liter Vanden Plas tourer and a 1952 R-Type Continental. This show will surely become a Heaven for all the Bentley lovers out there.

    SEE ALSO: Bentley “Blue Train” Will Come With Limited Edition

    In fact, as a official partner of the Concours of Elegance, Bentley will receive and a sort of a special gift: Sunday, 6 September will be called “Bentley Sunday” and will be dedicated to all the Bentley models in attendance. There will also an award, named “A Trophy of Elegance” which will go to the best customer. How cool is that? So, let’s check out the vehicles themselves.

    Continental R-Type

    Bentley

    This is the R-Type that first brought the Continental name into Bentley’s world back in 1952. The vehicle comes with top speed of 120 mph (216 km/h) and it was the fastest four-seater in the world at the time. And many of the 208 cars were coach built by Mulliner. Now this is what I call exclusive.

    “Blue Train” Bentley

    Bentley

    You might remember the story of this one. This year is tge 85th anniversary of the most famous Bentley Boy adventure: the Blue Train race.

    Back in 1930, Capitain Woolf Barnato, Chairman of Bentley Motors, was staying in Cannes when he accepted a bet that he will not only beat the Calais-Mediterranée Express (the real “Blue Train”) but he will be at his club before the rain even reached the English Channel. Needless to say who won. In fact, the vehicle that was used in the notorious race was the iconic Gurney Nutting two-door fastback coupe. In fact, there is a recent rumor that suggests Barnato used his Mulliner saloon-bodied Speed 6, but what is important here is that the coupe got one of the most famous nicnkames.

    Team Blower

    Bentley

    This is one of the just five vehicles built for racing and it was used by the original Bentley racing team of the late 1920’s. And the ½ Litre Supercharged ‘Team Blower’ is still performing perfectly. Longlivery and perfection in one vehicle. Nice. Furthermore, this year marks 85th anniversary of the Woolf Barnato and Glen Kidson Le Mans victory in 1930. This was not the winning team, but the drivers demonstrated incredible passion and true spirit.

    8 Litre

    Bentley

    Launched in 1930, and only 100 units produced, this extremely luxurious, yet sporty vehicle has a lot to tell about itself. With its top speed of 100 mph (180 km/h) and the incredible components and master craftsmanship this vehicle has numerous drawing parallels with Bentley’s current flagship, the Mulsanne.

    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type
    1952 Bentley Continental R Type

    Source: Bentley 

  • Bentley, Infiniti, Lexus, Ford: What Did You Miss? This Week’s Summary

    Morgan ARP 4 Limited Edition

    Beauty, style and passion. These the three main words, that describe Morgan’s latest masterpiece. The vehicle is capable of conquering both tracks and roads, while offering some superior comfort, highest levels of luxury and numerous more interesting features. To see more about the vehicle, click here: Morgan ARP 4 Limited Edition And the Fairytale of Luxury and Style

    Bentley “Blue Train” Limited Edition

    The legendary vehicle with legendary story will now be offered in special limited series in order to mark the 85th anniversary of the legendary race, from where the vehicle received its nickname. Furthermore, the original “Blue Train” vehicle won some prestigious awards in prestigious concours. The Limited Edition now offers wonderful features, some slight design changes and is ready to demonstrate what stylish and smooth ride feels like. To check out Bentley’s legendary story check out this link: Bentley “Blue Train” Will Come With Limited Edition

    Infiniti Q30 Premium Active Compact and the comparison with the 2013 Concept

    Infiniti surely has made some of the best vehicles in the respective class, recently. The luxury hatchback comes with style, elegance, flexibility and exclusive features. So, along with the numerous features, we all wonder if the vehicle really can stand a chance against 2013 Infiniti Q30 Concept. If you also wonder, check out what we think about it: Is Infiniti Q30 Premium Active Compact better than 2013 Infiniti Q30 Concept?

    Lexus RC F V8 Coupe and the human heartbeat

    As more and more brands try to mix technology with nature, the guys at the Infiniti camp demonstrated something interesting: they managed to incorporate such a technology in a certain vehicle, that it demonstrates person’s heartbeat in the bodywork. How cool is that? And along with the interesting idea, the vehicle offers some exclusive features, bold design and high doses of adrenaline. See more here: Lexus RC F V8 coupe which displays human’s heartbeat!

    Ford and the awards for F-150

    F-150 is definitely one of Ford’s most successful models. And the brand doesn’t think of stopping further upgrades. Just the opposite. 2016 Ford F-150 receives numerous upgrades and tunings, including some aerodynamic upgrades, parking assists and many more. In fact, the vehicle does its work so well, that Ford managed to get numerous prizes for it. Check out what is going on here: Ford Earned Three Award Prizez at the 2015 APEAL Event

     

  • Bentley “Blue Train” Will Come With Limited Edition

    Bentley "Blue Train"

    Bentley “Blue Train” and the story of a legend

    Bentley “Blue Train” still enjoys winning competition and different events, even after 85 years since the famous victory, that created a name-legend. And now the veteran vehicle took another four prestigious awards at the Schloss Benshberg Classics event in Germany.

    Now owned by Mr. Bruce McCaw, the Speed Six “Blue Train” coupe was the big star at the event, which is, in fact, one of Europe’s most prestigious classic concours shows. It was named “Best in Class: The Style of Speed”, “Best of Show: Public Vote”, “Best of Show: Jury Vote” and “Best in Special Category: Pre-War Closed Models”. But this is not the only Bentley, that participated. The Bentley S1 Continental Flying Spur (1958) took the “Driving out in Style: Four-door Luxury Sports Saloons (Post-War)”.

    Bentley “Blue Train”

    85 years ago, Capitain Woolf Barnato, Chairman of Bentley Motors was staying in Cannes, when he accepted a wager not only he will beat the Calais-Mediterranée Express (so called “Blue Train”) back to Calais, but he will also be the at his club in London before the train even reached the English Channel. That’s how good stories start. And, as you have already got it, the vehicle was victorious and has resonated among all Bentley enthusiasts ever since. Even the fact, that in recent years there were even some evidences to suggest, that Barnato drove his Mulliner sallon-bodied Speed 6, but what is important is that the coupe will be forever known as the Blue Train vehicle.

    SEE ALSO: Bentley Team M-Sport Prepares for a Touch Race

    And to remember this historic event, Bentley Motors produced a special Limited Edition series: the Mulsanne Speed “Blue Train”.  As expected, the limited vehicles are produced by skilled craftsmen at the Mulliner division. Each vehicle includes numerous historical references, but also and some modern interpretations of design.

    For example, the well-known fluting pattern in the door panels and the rear quarter inserts echo  the interior of the original vehicle.  Furthermore, the dashboarad facia comes with nicely crafted veneer image of the original Bentley “Blue Train” Speed Six. The treadplate also had its attention. Now it bears the wording “Blue Train 85 Years” and the front grille also received some slight changes.

    Beautiful car, legendary brand and a story, that created a legend. What more could we say?

    Source: Bentley Motors, Inc