1924' Bentley 3 Litre

The Bentley 3 Litre Speed Model, produced in 1924, is considered by many to be one of the most iconic and influential vehicles of the early 20th century. With a sleek and aerodynamic design, this car represented the pinnacle of luxury and performance in its day and continues to be admired by car enthusiasts and collectors around the world.
At the heart of the Bentley 3 Litre Speed Model is a powerful 4-cylinder engine, capable of producing up to 80 horsepower. This allowed the car to reach top speeds of around 80 miles per hour, making it one of the fastest and most agile vehicles of its time. The car also featured advanced suspension and braking systems, which further enhanced its performance and handling capabilities.
In addition to its impressive technical specifications, the Bentley 3 Litre Speed Model was also renowned for its luxurious interior and attention to detail. The car featured a hand-crafted wood dashboard, leather upholstery, and a variety of custom features and accessories, all designed to provide the ultimate in comfort and style for its passengers.
Perhaps the most notable aspect of the Bentley 3 Litre Speed Model, however, was its racing pedigree. The car was designed and built with the express purpose of winning races and setting speed records, and it quickly established itself as one of the dominant forces in motorsport during the 1920s and 1930s. The car won numerous races and championships, including the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1927, cementing its place in automotive history.
Today, the Bentley 3 Litre Speed Model remains a highly sought-after collector's item, with only a limited number of original examples still in existence. Whether admired for its performance capabilities, luxurious design, or racing heritage, this iconic vehicle continues to inspire and captivate car enthusiasts around the world.
Exterior: The Bentley 3 Litre with Van Den Plas Speed Model specification. In a wonderful dark blue colour with black fenders. The quality of the paintwork is excellent all around. I think it was more common to drive your Bentley 3 Litre open with just a tonau cover, but there is also a full frame and roof.
Interior: The deep red leather inside the 1924 Bentley 3 Litre is gorgeous. Everything was done in the correct way with the embossed Bentley logo on the doors. Using all the correct material such as horsehair and cotton wool over spiral springs. The Bentley dashboard with all those beautiful dials in full working order.
Engine: The engine in the Bentley 3 Litre for sale here had a complete rebuild and after this work was done, it has covered no more than 10, 000 km.
Reground crank with new bearings
New forged Mahle pistons
New valves, valve guides and springs
New BM 1800 camshaft
Large 4 ½ litre water pump as fitted from 1927 by Bentley Motors
ML CG4 mags rebuilt by Tony Stairs
Original sloper carburettors and manifold
Cone clutch with clutch stop
A-type gearbox, reconditioned with all new bearings
Original pot joint prop shaft, fully reconditioned and balanced
Rear axle with new four-star aluminium diff cage
New set of gears with 1:3. 53 ratio and all new bearings
New brake linings and leather gaiters on all springs
New radiator fitted with electric fan, thermostat as per original
The wooden frame was made new according to the Van den Plas original templates from original bodies. Later one of the finest panel beaters in Sweden fitted it with aluminium. The wings are made out of steel.
Bentley 3 Litre electrical:
Original Smith dynamo
Original Smith starter motor with outrigger support
Original Smith headlamps (very rare today)
Dashboard light by Homa lamps
Extras: Socket for mobile/ sat nav, indicator switch, hazard switch and dipper switch
Klaxon straight oval horn under bonnet
History: The 1924 Bentley 3 Litre was sold new in the UK and some time during the seventies, it made its way to Sweden and had a full restoration here. It has covered no more than 15, 000 km after this restoration. It comes with the complete set of tools including the vintage Enots jack.
In terms of documentation:
Copy of Clair Hays “Bentley the vintage years” third edition
Copy of the first owner’s registration in August 1924
The two last issued logbooks
Letter to Driving & Vehicle Licensing Center in 1983 linking the car to the original English registration number
Now new Swedish registration documents
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