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In last month's Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 'only' 50 classic cars were entered. All of them however, are interesting enough to warrant a separate article. In the last few weeks, we have already featured quite a few and today we take a look at a further four.
Combining an English chassis with an American engine and an Italian designer suit, the AC 428 is one of the most beautiful cars built in the 1960s. Closely related to the much better known Cobra and Maserati Mistral, only 80 examples were ever built over a seven year period. The complexities of having an English chassis bodied in Italy meant that the cars were expensive and the delivery very slow. The Convertible shown at Villa d'Este had just benefited from a ground up restoration and is probably one of the best in existence.
Completely English is this majestic Bentley 8-Litre, fitted with a Gurney Nutting built 'Sportsman' Coupe. The owner braved the elements and drove the massive beast from The Netherlands, through the Swiss Alpes, to Como. He was deservedly awarded the Trofeo Automobile Club di Como for the car driven the furthest to the event.
The Bentley completely dwarfed this BMW 328, which at 3.9 meter has a shorter overall length than the 8-Litre's wheelbase. This particular 328 stands out because it is fitted with custom coachwork by Wendler. Although it looks similar to the standard 328, the Wendler Cabriolet is more luxuriously appointed.
A regular in American events, the final car of today's update is a rare sight in Europe. This Auburn 852 SC Speedster only arrived in Europe late last year. It was recently completely restored and is a superb example of the legendary 'Boat-tail Speedster' design by Gordon Buehrig. Against strong competition, it was awarded best in class at Villa d'Este.

Enjoy the links:

1965 - 1973 AC 428 Convertible - Images, Specifications and Information

1936 Auburn 852 SC Speedster - Images, Specifications and Information

1931 Bentley 8-Litre Gurney Nutting Sportsman Coupe - Images, Specifications and Information

1937 - 1940 BMW 328 Wendler Cabriolet - Images, Specifications and Information

Regards,
Wouter Melissen