Lot #35 - 1924 Bentley 3 litre Van Der Plas Replica
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Auction House:Webb's
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Sale Name:Warbirds & Wheels
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Sale Date:30 Mar 2014 ~ 1pm (NZ time)
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Lot #:35
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Lot Description:1924 Bentley 3 litre Van Der Plas Replica
Engine No. 908; Chassis No. 891 -
Notes:The Formidable Three Litre The weekend of 14/15th June 1924 saw the second running of the Le Mans 24 Hour race, organised by the Automobile Club de l'Ouest. When inaugurated just the previous year, W.O.Bentley had proclaimed it "mad" and yet he supported Duff and Clement that year, who were the sole British entry in their Bentley 3-litre, achieving a creditable 4th place. For the 1924 race, Duff and Clement campaigned a 3-litre Speed Model Bentley, roaring to Bentley's first of many victories in that race at an average speed of 53.78mph and stealing valuable newspaper headlines for WO's infant company. Little wonder that thsi success, following on from successes in the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, Brooklands Double Twelve Records and a worthy showing in the Indianapolis 500 Race in 1922, made the 3-litre Bentley the car to have in 1924. The Speed Model of that year featured a high compression engine, four wheel brakes, twin S.U. 'Sloper' carburettors and the A-type close ratio gearbox, all assembled on a chassis one foot shorter than the Standard Model. This wonderful example, complete with original chassis and engine numbers, was sold factory direct to Mr D Kantken in 1924. Offering a full history, the Bentley arrived in New Zealand in 1935 where it has remained. Brian Goodman restored the machine in 1965. Over the years, all replacement parts have been red label where possible. Please make contact for a complete report on this rare opportunity to acquire one of the major beasts in British automobile history.
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Estimate:NZ$350,000 - 45,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Automobiles & Accessories
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