1928 Bentley 4½-Litre Le Mans Sports “The Bobtail” by Vanden Plas

1928 Bentley 4½-Litre Le Mans Sports "The Bobtail" by Vanden Plas The iconic 4½ Litre Bentley is anticipated to command an impressive sum, potentially reaching as high as $7.5 million when it is sold at auction. This remarkable vehicle is more than just a car; it represents a significant piece of automotive history. The car tackled the Le Mans 24 Hours twice, finishing third in 1929. Cars like the Bentley 4½ Litre attract such huge sums because of their rarity, but also the stories that come with them. This Bentley has strong appeal because it was driven by many of the famous 'Bentley boys' racers. The values of vintage and classic cars show how the market is almost as rarefied as the art world. This Ferrari 250 GT SWB could well beat even the Bentley's price, with an estimate of $10 million. It won the Platinum Award at the 2015 FCA International Meet and at the 2016 Cavallino Classic. The 1950 Ferrari 166 MM Barchetta by Touring has an estimated price of $8 million to $10 million. This award-winning 166 MM is a veteran that raced the Mille Miglia in 1951 and 1953 as well as the Pebble Beach Road Races.