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1929 4½ Litre "Blower" Bentley, a legendary British racing car. This specific car, depicted with the racing number 9, is known for its appearances in prestigious endurance races like the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Key Information:
Model: Bentley 4½ Litre Supercharged, commonly known as the "Blower" Bentley.
Year: 1929.
Racing History: While a naturally aspirated 4½ Litre Bentley won Le Mans in 1928, the supercharged "Blower" version was developed by Sir Henry "Tim" Birkin for competition with private funding and featured a massive front-mounted supercharger.
Engineering: The addition of a Roots-type supercharger significantly boosted the engine's power from around 110 hp to 240 hp, though company founder W.O. Bentley himself was famously opposed to forced induction.
Cultural Impact: The "Blower" Bentley became an iconic symbol of British motoring in the "Roaring Twenties" and "Bentley Boys" era, and was even the car chosen for the fictional character James Bond in the original novels. |
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