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The Alfa Romeo 8C was a supercar of its day. The Vittorio Jano-designed 8-cylinder engine was a masterpiece of engineering with its twin overhead camshafts and gear driven supercharger. The 8C dominated both single seat and sports car competition, and evolved into some of the finest road going machines of the time, becoming the very first winner of the Grand Prix World Championship.
Like any other Pur Sang this magnificent 8C is so much more than a just replica (a word with understandably negative connotations), it is a true recreation, or perhaps a continuation of traditions that were once thought lost. This finely crafted piece of kinetic art is accurate down to the smallest pieces of hardware. Even the tooling marks remain on the inside of the bodywork and the engine block is cast using the same methods as were used in Milano over 80 years ago. In the interest of usability, contemporary considerations are given to metallurgy, the use of plain bearings for the internals, and more efficient seals and gaskets. The gorgeous 2.3 liter supercharged straight-eight is a marvel of engineering, even by modern standards. Recreated to the highest of standards, this is a strong running and utterly addicting machine with a uniquely guttural soundtrack.
Each 1938 Bentley was typically custom-built to the specifications of its owner, with renowned coachbuilders like Park Ward and Mulliner creating unique and stylish bodies. This customization further enhanced the exclusivity and desirability of Bentley cars during this era. Today, the 1938 Bentley is highly regarded by collectors and enthusiasts for its historical significance, exquisite design, and the timeless quality that continues to embody the Bentley marque. It remains a symbol of British automotive heritage, representing the height of luxury and performance in the pre-war era.
Like any other Pur Sang this magnificent 8C is so much more than a just replica (a word with understandably negative connotations), it is a true recreation, or perhaps a continuation of traditions that were once thought lost. This finely crafted piece of kinetic art is accurate down to the smallest pieces of hardware. Even the tooling marks remain on the inside of the bodywork and the engine block is cast using the same methods as were used in Milano over 80 years ago. In the interest of usability, contemporary considerations are given to metallurgy, the use of plain bearings for the internals, and more efficient seals and gaskets. The gorgeous 2.3 liter supercharged straight-eight is a marvel of engineering, even by modern standards. Recreated to the highest of standards, this is a strong running and utterly addicting machine with a uniquely guttural soundtrack.