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02/08/2019 9:00 am
Just received Matrix MX50201-082 Bentley 8-Litre roadster by Dottridge Brothers (Chassis YX5125).
Chassis YX5125 was the last 8-liter chassis made before the Bentley bankruptcy in 1931. It was bodied in the 1950's and is considered one of the most attractive 8-litre Bentleys. Following a complete restoration it achieved various awards, including 1st in class at Pebble Beach in 1995. In 1998 it was sold for about 3/4 of a million dollars by Christie's.
I really like the low-slung look of the car - reminds one of something Cruella de Ville might drive though!
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02/08/2019 10:06 am
I agree - a truly beautiful model
02/08/2019 10:43 am
Black and chrome... My kind of car! Very nice model. Thanks for sharing.
02/08/2019 1:41 pm
Beautiful model of a beautiful car.
02/08/2019 3:10 pm
Very sharp.
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
02/08/2019 4:48 pm
"Cruella"? You mean, Lauren Bacall, right?
....."you know how to do that, right Steve? You put your lips together and blow".
With a 144 in wheelbase, this car oozes class and balance....
02/08/2019 7:34 pm
A mini beast!
03/08/2019 3:29 am
It does have a "film noir" air about it.
05/08/2019 4:22 pm
+1 Gorgeous!