
The Story of Bentley
A tribute to automotive excellence
Stuart Codling(Author)
Welbeck (Publisher)
Published on 16. April 2026
Book
Hardback
160 pages
978-1-0354-3505-0 (ISBN)
Description
Discover more than a century of automotive excellence in this photographic celebration of Bentley.
Since 1919, Bentley has been one of the most famous names in stylish, luxury motoring with the famous "Flying B" and "Winged B" logos proudly displayed on some of the most sumptuous cars ever made. In this elegantly designed book in the bestselling Story of Cars series, The Story of Bentley provides a fascinating look into the people, the innovations and the cars that have helped define this quintessentially British brand.
Each of Bentley's most iconic cars are showcased, from the Blower Bentley of the 1920s and the R Type Continental coupe of the 1950s, to the Flying Spur of the 2000s and the State Limousine used by the Royal Family. Bentley's long history in motorsport is also covered, featuring all the Le Mans-winning racers from the early years to the present era.
Packed with stunning photography and fascinating text, The Story of Bentley charts the history of this exceptional marque in perfect gift package.
Since 1919, Bentley has been one of the most famous names in stylish, luxury motoring with the famous "Flying B" and "Winged B" logos proudly displayed on some of the most sumptuous cars ever made. In this elegantly designed book in the bestselling Story of Cars series, The Story of Bentley provides a fascinating look into the people, the innovations and the cars that have helped define this quintessentially British brand.
Each of Bentley's most iconic cars are showcased, from the Blower Bentley of the 1920s and the R Type Continental coupe of the 1950s, to the Flying Spur of the 2000s and the State Limousine used by the Royal Family. Bentley's long history in motorsport is also covered, featuring all the Le Mans-winning racers from the early years to the present era.
Packed with stunning photography and fascinating text, The Story of Bentley charts the history of this exceptional marque in perfect gift package.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Headline Publishing Group
Product notice
Trade binding
Illustrations
Approx. 150 colour and b/w photographs
Dimensions
Height: 187 mm
Width: 131 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
334 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-0354-3505-0 (9781035435050)
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04/2026
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Person
Stuart Codling is a respected motorsport journalist and broadcaster. He has appeared as an F1 expert on TV and radio, hosted for Renault F1, and contributes to F1 Racing, Autosport, Autocar, and the Red Bulletin. Stuart is the author of several book, including Real Racers: Formula 1 Racing in the 1950s and 1960s, Art of the Formula 1 Race Car, Art of the Classic Sports Car, and The Life Monaco. He has also written several books in the Story of Cars series for Welbeck. Stuart lives in Surrey, England.