World’s oldest Bentley returns to Isle of Man to celebrate 100 years since RAC Tourist Trophy win

World’s oldest Bentley returns to Isle of Man to celebrate 100 years since RAC Tourist Trophy win

MANILA: The oldest Bentley still in existence, the EXP2, returned to the Isle of Man last weekend, 100 years after it helped Bentley's team win the 1922 RAC Tourist Trophy.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • How many Bentleys gathered to celebrate the team win's centenary?

    A total of 78 Bentleys and vintage racers visited the island to pay their respects to one of the most illustrious and demanding racetracks in the world.
  • How much is the estimated value of this rare collection of Bentleys?

    The rare gathering of Bentleys had an estimated value in excess of £40 million.
  • Bentley EXP2

    A total of 78 Bentleys and vintage racers visited the island to pay their respects to one of the most illustrious and demanding racetracks in the world. The cars assembled on Douglas promenade early on June 25 to create one of the biggest static exhibitions of Bentley three-liter models ever seen.

    Bentley EXP2

    The exhibition gave the general public and the owners the chance to observe, evaluate, and enjoy the diverse range of vehicles that span more than a century. It is uncertain that all of the Bentleys in the unique collection will ever be reunited again; their estimated value exceeds £40 million.

    Bentley EXP2

    "It was great to see the energy and passion that the participants and their cars had created," Douglas Mayor Janet Thommeny said. After the exhibition, the owners were invited to meet Isle of Man Lieutenant Governor Sir John Lorimer KCB DSO MBE at Government House.

    Bentley EXP2

    On Sunday, June 26, the cavalcade of Bentleys and the 1922 Sunbeam that won the race gathered in the pit lane to start a parade lap at 2 p.m. The day began with heavy rain and strong winds that caused challenging driving conditions. The weather later improved as the clouds dissipated. The parade set off on its historic trip through the villages, mountains, and kerbs of the renowned circuit. Some of W.O. Bentley's first cars made their way around the island while fans and spectators watched. All 78 vehicles made it back to the pit lane successfully within the next 90 minutes.

    Bentley EXP2

    Owners from as far as New Zealand, America, and Switzerland traveled in recognition of Bentley winning the team trophy in 1922.

    Photos from Bentley

    Also read: Bentley to release limited-edition Speed Six Continuation Series

    Hazel Nicole Carreon

    Hazel Nicole Carreon

    Hazel is a news and feature writer for ZigWheels Philippines. She studied communication at De La Salle Lipa, where she was exposed to writing about various topics, which later has become her passion and now her career.

    Read Full Bio

    Sell your car at the best price

    Verified and genuine buyers Verified and genuine buyers
    Free listing Free listing
    List your car

    Bentley Car Models

    Bentley Cars Price

    Trending & Fresh Updates

    You might also be interested in

    • News
    • Featured Stories

    Bentley Featured Cars

    Latest Bentley Car Videos on Zigwheels

    Zigwheels
    Latest Bentley Car Videos

    Bentley Car Articles From Carmudi

    • journal

    Compare

    You can add 3 variants maximum*