DescriptionThe story of the Birkin/Paget Blower Bentleys is one of the most potent in British motor-racing history. The driving force behind these great cars was Sir Henry “Tim” Birkin, a restless, fearless man who found motor-racing a suitable outlet for his fierce, competitive instincts.Frustrated by a lack of speed from his 4½ Litre Bentley, and impressed by the new technology of super-charging, Birkin employed a talented young engineer – Charles Amherst Villiers – to supercharge the 4½ Litre Bentley.This is the full story of Birkin, of Paget and the blower team, of Villiers; and of the 50 production cars manufactured by Bentley Motors to enable Birkin to enter Le Mans.Limited edition and out of print. Extremely scarce. Hardback in mint condition.
