Found on Classic Automobiles website on December 27, 2018

1932 Bentley 8 Litre
Chassis number: YX5124 ~ Engine number: YX5125
2 Door Coupe by Mayfair. Concours winner
Price: GBP 2,500,000

1932 Bentley 8 Litre short chassis coupe by Mayfair Carriage Company of West Kilburn. 1 of 2, 2 door short chassis coupes in truly magnificent condition.

With all numbers matching and original registration number, GX8867 was the last but one W.O Bentley car built, Supplied new to a Mr C.G Heywood, who after a short while sold it to a director of the Bristol Aeroplane company.

Subsequently purchase by Captain Blundell R.N who took on the restoration. It went on to win a prize at the BDC owners Club meeting at Kensington gardens in 1985. Surely one of the finest 8 litres that has been available for many years

It is ready to drive and compete anywhere.

The finest, most correct 8 litre on the market and ranked within the top 3, 8 litres produced.

This car is for sale as of December 27, 2018

6th July 18

Dear VintageBentleys.org,

Please bear with me, whilst I tell you our tale.

Last year my husband, James Field, slowly disappeared; he became withdrawn, subdued, inert. His GP diagnosed depression at first, however this went way beyond depression. He was more like a dementia patient crossed with a toddler, I pressed for further investigations. His father had died of a brain tumour when he was eleven years old and one of his sisters died, in 2016, also with brain tumours following a battle with breast cancer.

My concerns proved true and my darling husband had a large brain tumour removed, last September, in UHW Cardiff. The surgery gave me back my husband, within a fortnight he was the intelligent, eloquent, caring and talented man I had married 33 years ago. I cannot tell you just how grateful I am and was to the surgeon Mr George Eralil, whose gentle kindness helped us through this time.

Shortly after surgery, we were told the tumour was not the benign tumour they had hoped but neuroendocrine carcinoma. It was no surprise to us, with the family history, but it meant our battle was not over. Treatment began in October 17.

Chemo and radiotherapy ended in April. Unfortunately, just one month after the end of treatment, some new symptoms had him back in hospital. It has spread to the meninges of the brain, James is now incurable and given months, not years, to live. If you saw him currently it is unbelievable, but neuroendocrine carcinoma is a tenacious enemy.

He has had 5 days’ palliative radiotherapy which has helped. We have just had a very pleasant week in York, where he has improved. York had been on his wish list for a very long time, it did not disappoint.

This brings me to the point of my letter; his wish list. You will see one of James’ illustration at the link below:
http://www.jamesfieldillustrations.co.uk/uploads/2/9/7/1/29713377/224856_1_orig.jpg
with the following anotation:
“My favourite car, a Gentleman's coupe 8 Litre Bentley (Chassis number YF5021 currently registered as JN 1333)”

It was always the plan to drive or be driven in this car or a similar model for his 60th birthday, he is not expected to see that. (He has also had to surrender his driving licence due to brain surgery, so I suspect being driven is the only option too.)

He is currently still painting/illustrating although tiredness has reduced the workload. He has just been made a full member of GAVA, Guild of Aviation Artists. You will find his artwork on both GAVA’s website and his, if you are interested. I have put the links below.

Cutting to the chase, I am looking for a contact that may make his next wish come true.

I will understand if it is not possible, but if there is someone out there that can help, I would be most grateful.

Thank you for your time.

Sally Anne Field
sallyfieldrvn@gmail.com

Harddfan,
Dynant Fach Road, Pontyberem,
Llanelli, Carms, SA15 5LW
07772728358

www.gava.org.uk
www.jamesfieldillustrations.co.uk

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26th July 2018

Dear All,

I have been truly overwhelmed by the response to my e-mail, truly believing it was a long shot but hoping maybe one person could offer something, I wasn’t even sure what I was asking for, I just knew it meant a lot to my husband. However, who would believe there would be so many vintage Bentleys out there and that they were owned by such generous people?

The story since,
We were up in London, as I may have explained, to attend a GAVA (Guild of Aviation Artists) Exhibition. James was receiving his certificate, showing he had been made a full member; a huge achievement and feeling of professional pride for James. For the event, he went all eccentric artist on me and dyed his beard purple (a colour that has run through our marriage, another story). Family attended, and I suffered some embarrassment as he called me to stand too. He made a brief statement of thanks for the award but also to me, feeling he would not be there receiving that award without me. Tears held back, we enjoyed the moment, it was a special event for much more than the award to me. James was bursting with excited energy, could this man truly have this incurable disease? We walked from the afternoon event, a short step across Horse Guard Parade, for the RAF centenary display of aircraft. Then topped off the day, treated to a Mexican meal by my sister and brother in law. Could it be any better?

The next day I woke at 5am, keen to continue his wish list. I say "as we are awake early, I reckon we could do Greenwich and the Maritime museum and get back here by 4? Then we'd have time to get ready and back to the Mall for the Leonard Cheshire Charity event, starting at 6.30pm." James reminded me they probably wouldn't be open for a while yet, indeed much later at 10am! OK so it would be tight but he wanted to go, so I was determined to make it happen.

We were in Greenwich shortly after 10 am, my phone hadn't charged overnight, so I ignored emails and concentrated on pics. By 2 pm I was flagging, so sought a seat and a charge point (with permission). No seat available but with a sturdy pillar, for a back rest, I sat on the floor and plugged in. At this point, there were at least 10 fresh emails regarding Bentleys. One man Robert Bentley, had sent three! I could see they had all arrived in the morning and one with a phone number and asking me to phone. I was getting in a bit of a flap now, as I tried to quickly email back, James still didn't know.

With that James turns up, "Do you have to do that now?" irritated. "Yes" my short reply, "I'll tell you why in a minute!" I get an email again, "ring me!" No signal, only WiFi, low battery, need to go outside and explain to James why I was going mad!

I couldn't get through, Robert "Rob" Bentley was ringing me! "Hi, it’s Rob here,...... The car is in Wandsworth!" You are kidding me, where we are staying! "How long would it take you to get back?" “About an hour give or take?” says I. "I will have the car outside your friend’s place at 3.10pm, I can't be there but Tony my driver can" “What? Really? OK, thank you, we’ll be there!” I can't believe this, and now James can't either, as I explain my subterfuge!

An hour later there is the car waiting in the street for us! James face was a picture. His purple beard faded but still present, was a bit of a contrast to the beautiful Vintage Bentley Coupe in front of us!

I will attach some photos, the only thing we didn't do was sit James in the driver seat for a pic. How stupid, but it was such a whirlwind, there was no time to prepare or think really.

James must have grinned for 48 hours straight. He kept saying, “I can’t believe I am in a prestigious Leonard Cheshire Event and that is not the best thing that has happened to me today!”

James has been to the docs three times this week, despite the June scans showing no apparent spread to the rest of his body. This has culminated in another MRI being arranged, onto the next part of our journey.

Despite the interminable march of this small cell cancer, James continues to work for now, indeed has 4 commissions he hopes to do, health willing. He lives to paint. He also has a small “thank you” painting on the go, of the afore mentioned Bentley Coupe, for Mr Robert Bentley, who made his day!

For those people that have contacted me, I am truly grateful for such generosity and heart-warming responses. Mr Robert Bentley rather stole your thunder, but you all deserve a very big THANK YOU!

Yours Sally

Found on P&A Wood website on Apr 30, 2016

Bentley 8 litre 1932 Close-coupled Coupe by Mayfair Carriage Co. Ltd.
Brewster Green and Black with Green hide upholstery. Short chassis with all matching numbers. Chassis number YX5124. One of the last 8 litre Bentleys made.

£P.O.A

This car is for sale as of Apr 30, 2016.

Found on Classic Driver website on Apr 30, 2016

1932 Bentley 8 Litre
2 Door Coupe by Mayfair. Concours winner

Year of manufacture - 6/1932
Mileage - 64 625 mi / 104 004 km
Car type - Coupé
Chassis number - YX5124
Engine number - YX5125

Drive - RHD
Condition - Used
Exterior brand colour - Racing Green
Interior colour - Green
Number of doors - 2
Number of seats - 4

Location - UK
Exterior colour - Green
Gearbox - Manual
Drivetrain - 2wd
Fuel type - Petro

Description
1932 Bentley 8 Litre short chassis coupe by Mayfair Carriage Company of West Kilburn. An extremely rare short chassis model in truly magnificent condition.

With all numbers matching and original registration number, GX 8867 was the last but one W.O Bentley car built, Supplied new to a Mr C.G. Heywood, who after a short while sold it to a director of the Bristol Aeroplane company.

Subsequently purchase by Captain Blundell R.N who took on the restoration. It went on to win a prize at the BDC owners Club meeting at Kensington gardens in 1985. Surely one of the finest 8 litres that has been available for many years It is ready to drive and compete anywhere.

This car is for sale as of Apr 30, 2016.

"1932 Bentley 8 Litre
2 Door Coupe by Mayfair. Concours winner

Year of manufacture - 6/1932
Mileage - 64 625 mi / 104 004 km
Car type - Coupé
Chassis number - YX5124
Engine number - YX5125

Drive - RHD
Condition - Used
Exterior brand colour - Racing Green
Interior colour - Green
Number of doors - 2
Number of seats - 4
Location - UK
Exterior colour - Green
Gearbox - Manual
Drivetrain - 2wd
Fuel type - Petrol

1932 Bentley 8 Litre short chassis coupe by Mayfair Carriage Company of West Kilburn. An extremely rare short chassis model in truly magnificent condition. With all numbers matching and original registration number, GX8867 was the last but one W.O Bentley car built, Supplied new to a Mr C.G Heywood, who after a short while sold it to a director of the Bristol Aeroplane company. Subsequently purchase by Captain Blundell R.N who took on the restoration. It went on to win a prize at the BDC owners Club meeting at Kensington gardens in 1985. Surely one of the finest 8 litres that has been available for many years It is ready to drive and compete anywhere."

"Is there any way that you can contact the owners of RC42 (Reg DMX 417), NT3149 (Reg UC 1088) & YX5124 (Reg GX 8867) to let them know that on eBay there are some old tax discs relating to these cars."

1932 Bentley 8 Litre
Year: 1932; Make: Bentley; Model: 8 Litre; Coachbuilder: Mayfair; Body Type: Short Chassis Two Door Coupe; Colour: British Racing Green & Black; Trim: Green Leather; Condition: In very good condition in every respect; Technical data: Four speed manual gearbox, 6 cylinder in-line engine, 8 litres displacement, 7983cc capacity. Servo-assisted brakes.

History:
The majority of Bentley 8-Litres were fitted with formal, heavy four-door saloon or limousine coachwork, so it is rare to find one built to the very sporting specification exhibited by YX 5124.

This ultra-rare short-chassis example is a very handsome two-door fixed head coupé by The Mayfair Carriage Company. Chronicled as the second to last 8-Litre built, YX5124 has a complete and known history from new with a remarkable provenance. It is one of only three 8-Litre Short Chassis Fixed Head coupés and, according to Bentley archives as well as a host of documentation accompanying the car, was first delivered to a Mr. C.G. Hayward. Its next owner was Mr. H.J. Thomas who was a Director of the Bristol Aeroplane Company. During his ownership, it is reported that the 21-inch wheels were replaced with 19-inch wheels, and that the fenders and running boards were altered to accommodate toolboxes, under the pseudonym "Sajito".

Further records indicate the Bentley was off the road from 1940 – 1948, and then it reappeared, passing through the ownership of two English collectors before being purchased in 1957 by Captain G.C. Blundell who remarkably owned YX5124 until 1983. The following owner commissioned a complete chassis-up professional rebuild by a renowned Bentley specialist restorer in the UK. The Bentley was painstakingly returned to its former glory, and thoroughly restored to its original configuration. During the restoration, proper care was taken to ensure that the coachwork remained well preserved and properly restored, and that all mechanical components were completely overhauled. The fenders, running boards and wheels were all returned to their correct, original presentation; a photographic record of the work is contained within the history file.

YX5124 made many appearances at Bentley Driver’s Club events, as well as the Kensington Garden Concours where it won the coveted Best Vintage Bentley award in 1985. Johnnie Green, the Bentley author and acknowledged Bentley expert, confided in Captain Blundell; “he was absolutely delighted and said that he had never judged or seen a more worthy or a better champion”. YX5124 retains its original engine and coachwork, is equipped with a full complement of tools, a sliding sunroof which is delightfully simple to operate as well as a series of logbooks dating from 1945. Although an older restoration, YX5124 still presents beautifully. It is finished in British Racing Green and black, a colour combination that subtly highlights the stylish lines of the coachwork. Mechanically speaking the car is also in excellent condition and performs with distinction on the road. It comes fully serviced and prepared for trouble free use. With its exceptional rarity, outstanding provenance and lovely restored condition, this 8-Litre Short Chassis Fixed Head coupé is an exceptionally handsome representative of Bentley’s imposing masterpiece and one that would grace any collection.

This car is for sale as of February 02, 2009

1932 Bentley 8-Litre Short Chassis Fixed Head Coupe
220bhp, 7,983 cc overhead camshaft inline six-cylinder engine, four-speed manual transmission, semi-elliptic leaf springs front and rear, front beam axle, and live rear axle, and four-wheel servo-assisted drum brakes. Wheelbase: 144" (3,658 mm).

YX 5124
The majority of Bentley 8-Litres were fitted with formal, heavy four-door saloon or limousine coachwork, so it is rare indeed to find one built to the very sporting specification exhibited by YX 5124. This ultra-rare short-chassis example is a very handsome two-door fixed head coupé by The Mayfair Carriage Company. This British firm, originally the Progressive Carriage Company when established in 1920, changed its name in 1929, and in the 1930s was one of the preeminent coachbuilders, mounting bodies on many of Britain's finest chassis.

Chronicled as the second to last 8-Litre built, YX 5124 has a complete and known history from new with a remarkable provenance. It is one of only three 8-Litre Short Chassis Fixed Head Coupés and, according to Bentley archives as well as a host of documentation accompanying the car, was first delivered to a Mr. C.G. Hayward. Its next owner was Mr. H.J. Thomas who was a Director of the Bristol Aeroplane Company. During his ownership, it is reported that the 21-inch wheels were replaced with 19-inch wheels, and that the fenders and running boards were altered to accommodate toolboxes, under the pseudonym "Sajito". Further records indicate the Bentley was off the road from 1940 - 1948, and then it reappeared, passing through the ownership of two English gentlemen before being purchased in 1957 by its most memorable of owners, the British Naval officer and war hero, Captain G.C. Blundell.

Captain Blundell took delivery of his first Bentley while serving as a Junior Officer in the 1930s, and he remained true to the marque until his passing at age 93 in 1997. Most impressively, the 8-Litre had remained in the Captain's ownership from 1957 until 1983, when a well-known English car collector purchased it. He immediately commissioned a complete chassis-up professional rebuild by a renowned Bentley specialist restorer in the UK. The Bentley was painstakingly returned to its former glory, and thoroughly restored to its original configuration. During the restoration, proper care was taken to ensure that the coachwork remained well preserved and properly restored, and that all mechanical components were completely overhauled. The fenders, running boards and wheels were all returned to their correct, original presentation; a photographic record of the work is contained within the history file.

YX 5124 made many annual appearances at Bentley Driver's Club events, as well as the Kensington Garden Concours, and is a former winner of the coveted Best Vintage Bentley award at the 1985 Kensington Garden Concours. Notably, Johnnie Green, the Bentley author and acknowledged Bentley expert, confided in Captain Blundell; "he was absolutely delighted and said that he had never judged or seen a more worthy or a better champion".

YX 5124 retains its original engine and coachwork, and is equipped with a full complement of tools, as well as a series of logbooks dating from 1945. Throughout its history, this 8-Litre has performed flawlessly, and has been expertly maintained and cherished by its caretakers. It has also been extensively exercised, as it is believed to have covered in excess of 402,000 kilometres during its lifetime - an impressive total for a motor car of this vintage, and one that clearly demonstrates the outstanding engineering and remarkable build quality of the legendary 8-Litre.

Today, this wonderful 8-Litre remains mechanically and cosmetically impressive. It has been driven by its owners, been actively toured and shown in BDC events and yet has stood the test of time expertly. Whilst it may no longer a 100-point restoration, it remains in outstanding condition. The interior, which is trimmed in the appropriate green leather, shows only minimal wear from use since the rebuild. The woodwork remains in excellent condition, as do the gauges and headliner. The engine and bay do show some signs of use, but are beautifully presented and indicative of a well-maintained car in every respect. The car recently received a complete service, as well as upgrades to the charging system, ensuring reliable and trouble-free operation. We understand that the car runs and drives superbly and it is fully sorted and ready for continued enjoyment.

The Bentley's exterior brightwork is very impressive and shows only minor flaws, while the paintwork is also striking, finished in handsome British Racing Green and black. When fully opened, the sliding sunroof provides remarkable visibility, offering both driver and passenger the benefits of open air motoring with the convenient option of closed car comfort, with simple operation. It is a delightful feature, one of many that add to the appeal of YX 5124.

With its exceptional rarity, outstanding provenance and lovely restored condition, this 8-Litre Short Chassis Fixed Head Coupé is a handsome representative of Bentley's imposing masterpiece. Beautifully presented, YX 5124 will capably anchor any collection of important motor cars.

1932 Bentley 8L

1932 Bentley 8-Liter Short Chassis Fixed Head Coupe

Specifications:
220bhp at 3,500rpm, 7,983cc, overhead camshaft inline six-cylinder engine, four valves per cylinder, dual carburetors, four-speed manual transmission, semi-elliptic leaf springs front and rear, four-wheel servo assisted drum brakes. Wheelbase: 144"

First introduced at the London Motor Show in 1930, the Bentley 8-Liter made an immediate impact. It was formidable, fast and impressive, especially at 100 mph. Fitted with an Elektron crankcase and sump, the 8-liter was an extension of the immensely successful 6.5-liter powerplant that earned Bentley an exceptional reputation on the race track. However the Eight was not looking for competition on the track but rather was a focused effort aimed squarely at dethroning Rolls-Royce from their pedestal as offering the best in British luxury.

The Bentley 8-Liter, was incredibly brisk, being capable of 100mph even fitted with formal coachwork, while the Rolls-Royce had difficulty attaining 90mph, even with lightweight coachwork. The 8-Liter found a well-polished list of customers and equally impressed the automotive scribes of the era. The Sphere of 1931 described the new 8 liter as "one of the finest examples of British Automobile Engineering that has ever been produced", whilst an article printed in The Autocar in 1930 recounts a road test conducted on the model:

"Had it been that the performance made the car difficult to handle on top gear at low speed, difficult to maneuver in traffic or in a confined space, harsh or noisy, then the performance by itself might be justly regarded as simply that of a sports car, though few of these features are easily noticeable even in the modern sports car, unless it has been tuned for racing. Quite on the contrary, this car can be driven really softly on its high top gear, as slowly as a man walks, and can accelerate from that without snatch and without difficulty, and the whole time the engine, being well within its power, is silent and smooth. In fact, it is only rarely apparent that there is a big engine working under the bonnet at all, and that so high a top ratio is used, when the machine is accelerated from a crawl. For all practical purposes, therefore, the machine does its work on the one gear."

Unfortunately, its launch at a time which coincided with the Great Depression meant that the car's exceptional quality and performance were unaffordable by most people. There were great costs involved with bringing the 8-Liter into production, and as resources continued to thin, so did the market for the car. Eventually Bentley's chief financier, the great Woolf Barnato, in pecuniary trouble himself cut his loses and severed his ties with Bentley.

After only 100 examples of the 8-Liter were built, Bentley was forced to cease production. To ensure that the Bentley threat would never resurface, Rolls-Royce pulled Bentley out of receivership, and created a whole new line of Bentleys that would serve as entry level cars into the ultra luxury department. Bentley was not dead, but it would never build a car as significant as the 8-Liter again.

The majority of Bentley 8 liters were fitted with formal, heavy four-door saloon or limousine coachwork, so it is rare indeed to find one built to the very sporting specification exhibited by YX 5124. This ultra rare short chassis example is a very handsome 2-door fixed head coupe by The Mayfair Carriage Company. This British firm, originally the Progressive Carriage Company when established in 1920, changed its name in 1929 and in the 1930s was one of the important coachbuilding companies, mounting bodies on most of the more expensive British chassis.

Chronicled as the second to last 8-Liter built, YX 5124, has a complete and known history from new with an enviable provenance. Known as one of only three 8-Liter Short Chassis Fixed Head Coupes, it is made even more desirable considering one of these three is locked away in India and likely to remain hidden from the car collections of the world. From Bentley archives as well as the host of documentation which accompanies the car in its sale, the 8-Liter was first delivered to a Mr. C.G. Hayward. Its next owner was Mr. H.J. Thomas who was then installed as Director of the Bristol Aeroplane Company. While in his ownership it is reported that the 21" wheels were replaced with 19" and the fenders and running boards were altered to incorporate tool boxes, under the pseudonym "Sajito". Further records indicate the Bentley was off the road from 1940-1948 and then reappeared passing through the ownership of two English gentlemen before being purchased in 1957 by its most memorable of owners, the British Naval war hero Captain G.C. Blundell.

Captain Blundell took delivery of his first Bentley while as a Junior Officer in the 1930s and remained true to the marque until his passing at age 93 in 1997. Most impressively the 8-Liter had remained in the good Captain's ownership from 1957 until 1983 until it was purchased by a well-known English car collector. He immediately commissioned a complete chassis-up professional rebuild by a renowned W.O. Bentley specialist restorer in the UK. The Bentley was painstakingly returned to its past glory and restored to its original configuration. During the restoration proper care was taken to ensure that the coachwork remained well preserved and properly restored and all mechanical components were completely overhauled. The fenders, running boards and wheels were all returned to their correct, original presentation and a photographic record of the work is contained within the history file.

YX 5124 attended many Bentley Driver's Club events and Kensington Garden Concours' (more than 20 each in total) and is a former winner of the coveted "Best Vintage Bentley" at the 1985 Kensington Garden Concours. Notably, Johnnie Green (Bentley author and acknowledged expert in Bentleys) confided in Capt. Blundell; "he was absolutely delighted and that he had never judged or seen a more worthy or a better champion".

Importantly the Bentley retains its original engine and body and is rightfully equipped with a full compliment of tools as well as log books dating from 1945. All the while, this 8-Liter has performed flawlessly and has been expertly maintained and cherished by its owners. It has also been extensively exercised as it is believed to have covered in excess of 250,000 miles during its lifetime -- an impressive amount for a motor car of this vintage and one which demonstrates the fabulous build quality of this remarkable model.

Today, the 8-Liter remains mechanically and cosmetically impressive. It has been driven by its owners, been actively toured and shown in BDC events and yet has stood the test of time expertly. While no longer "100 point restoration", it remains in outstanding condition. The interior, which is trimmed in the appropriate green leather, shows only minimal wear from use since the rebuild. The woodwork remains in excellent condition, as do the gauges and headliner. The engine and bay shows some signs of use but is beautifully presented and is indicative of a well-maintained car in every respect. We understand the car runs and drives as one would expect and is fully sorted and ready for continued use by its next long term owner.

The Bentley's exterior brightwork is very impressive and shows only minor flaws while the paintwork is also striking, being displayed in a lustrous British Racing Green and black. When fully opened, the sliding sunroof provides a large window to the sky offering both driver and passenger the benefits of open air motoring with a convenient manner of closed comfort and a simple operation. It is a truly unique feature to this Bentley and indeed one of its noteworthy features.

With its exceptional provenance, wonderfully restored condition, unique and rare production, this 8-Liter Shot Chassis Fixed Head Coupe is a handsome representative of Bentley's most masterful creations. Presented here just as it was when new, YX 5124, with its fabulous original Mayfair coachwork, is worthy of close consideration and inspection by all motoring enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Found on STANLEY MANN RACING website on Feb 24, 2016

"Lots of clients, enthusiasts and Bentley folk have asked about Stanley’s advertisements. It is true to say that there were those who purchased a vintage Bentley because of the advertisements and those who purchased in spite of them, but they were remembered. So by popular request here is one from just 14 years ago. These advertisements from the man who took his fun seriously.

This 8 Litre was — and still is — a rather splendid 8 Litre coupe by Mayfair and owned by Captain G C Blundell from 1957 until 1983. Known affectionately as "The Blundellbus" it was restored here at the Fruit Farm and took first prize at the BDC Kensington Gardens in 1985. It is still magnificent over 30 years later." - Stanley Mann Racing

Please note this car is not currently in stock.

Photograph was taken at Silverstone Race Track in England in August 1981.

This photograph was taken during the Bentley Drivers Club concours, Kensington Gardens on June 30, 1979.

"The stately but not slow 8 litre."

The car in the above photograph has been identified as Chassis no. YX5124 by Olle Ljungström — August 11, 2008

1931 Bentley 8 Litre with Mayfair Fixed Head Coupe body. Photograph was taken for program for The Historic Vehicle Silver Jubilee Tribute Show in Windsor Park.

"This is a 1932 registration and was recently auctioned at the RM Auction at Amelia Island on 10 Mar 07. This is one of 3 short-chassis (144") 8 L's. 2nd to last 8-Litre built. Original owner was C. G. Heywood." - Matthew A. Sysak - May 10, 2007

The Great Alpine Trials, 1973

"Bentley Driver's Club 8 liter arrives to tour the U.S." — From the article 'The 1973 Great Alpine Trials'

"In about 1968 Captain Blundell allowed me to drive his 8 litre Bentley from Edge Hill, were he lived, to a Bentley owners rally at Queens Gate, Hyde Park. I would like to identify this car if possible.

It had 2 doors and a large comfortable seat for two sitting quite high up behind the long bonnet. It had a large fuel tank as a separate unit at the back. The hole for fuel was about 4" diameter on top of this tank on off side. It had an overhead camshaft driven by bevel gears from a vertical shaft at the rear of the engine. I think it had two ignition systems. It was, as I recall, light grey colour but I am a bit colour blind. It did not have a super charger.

If you can help I would it would be most appreciated."

"Back in 1966 my mother was a friend of Captain Blundell who lived near my mother's house. He was kind to me and let me help drive GX 8867 down from his home at Edge Hill to Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park where there was a meeting of many similar Bentleys. I have so often wondered what happened to this car. I was so pleased to see pictures of it again on the VintageBentleys web site. Do you know how I can contact the current owner as I would love to be able to see this car again."