Built in 2003 By renowned builder Bob Petersen. This Bentley Racer is about as “in your face” as they come. The engine is a 6½-liter straight eight, a unit belonging to the B-series of engines developed towards the end of WW2 for military and commercial purposes. Maximum power output of a standard B81 was around 195bhp at 3,750rpm, though this particular unit, which is fed by a Petersen BM supercharger and red-lined at 5,500rpm, is estimated to produce in excess of 400bhp. Power is transmitted via a Salisbury limited-slip differential to the 84-spoke 19” wheels, which are shod with 700x19 Dunlop racing tyres. This coupled with a light body weight makes for electrifying performance.
The basis for the car is a Bentley R type chassis from 1953. The chassis is clad with a muscular aluminium body with bulges louvres and air scoops wherever you look. Accommodation is for two on black leather Bentley style bucket seats. The dash is of machine turned aluminium and contains the usual quotient of instruments including a large rev counter and 170mph calibrated speedometer.
A detachable cowl covers over the passenger seat for solo operation. There is also a decent storage compartment in the rear for soft luggage. Here below is a set of amazing photos of the 1953 Bentley 6.5L Peterson Racer.
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