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C1927 6 1/2 litre Bentley TW2703 with fitted Speed Six engine…
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Auction Location:
Sydney
Date:
25-Mar-2006
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C1927 6 1/2 litre Bentley TW2703 with fitted Speed Six engine LR2798 S and Le Mans sports body; full restoration by the late Tony Townsend for Laurie O'Neil circa 1972 Chassis No.: TW2703 Engine No.: LR2798 Reg. No.:YE-3752, expires 21/01/2007The history of the original Bentley Company, founded in 1919 by W. O. Bentley until its demise in 1931 when it was taken over by Rolls-Royce under somewhat covert circumstances, has been the subject of many books and documentaries. The reputation and sporting successes gained, particularly in long distance racing was an extraordinary achievement for a marque in existence for a mere 12 years.
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