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2026-01-13 • — min read

Amalgam 1/8 Bentley 4½ Litre “Blower” (1930 Le Mans #9) — Museum-Grade Collector Story

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Amalgam 1:8 Bentley 4½ Litre “Blower” — Le Mans #9 (1930)
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No extra import fees upon delivery.
Scan-based CAD development with Bentley reference material, hand-built craftsmanship, limited to 199 pieces — a true museum-grade 1:8 display centerpiece.
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Amalgam 1:8 Bentley 4½ Litre “Blower” — Le Mans #9 (Birkin & Chassagne)
A flagship 1:8-scale reproduction by Amalgam Collection, created using original CAD data and digital scanning, and developed with reference materials supplied by Bentley Motors. Limited edition craftsmanship, built for museum-level display.
Price includes all customs duties & worldwide shipping
The final price shown on our store already includes international shipping and all import customs charges — no additional fees required upon delivery.
Why this Bentley matters
Pre-war endurance spirit, captured at true collector scale
The supercharged 4½ Litre “Blower” became one of the most instantly recognizable Bentleys of the pre-war era, defined by its signature front-mounted supercharger and unmistakable racing presence. Amalgam’s 1:8 interpretation is based on the #9 car as driven by Sir Henry “Tim” Birkin and Jean Chassagne at the 24 Hours of Le Mans (Circuit de la Sarthe) on 21–22 June 1930.
Amalgam’s official development notes emphasize authentic engineering replication: the model is built from original CAD designs derived from a scan of an original car, with original drawings, archive photographs, and material specifications supplied by Bentley Motors. This is a “from-the-source” approach that serious collectors look for when investing in top-tier scale pieces.
Amalgam’s build standard (official highlights)
Limited to just 199 pieces (edition-limited production).
Each model is hand-built and assembled by a small team of craftsmen using fine materials.
Thousands of precisely engineered parts, including castings, photo-etchings, and CNC-machined metal components.
Amalgam states 4,500+ hours of development and 450+ hours to build the model.
The Le Mans #9 narrative (as documented by Amalgam)
Amalgam’s historical summary describes the #9 Bentley’s dramatic 1930 duel with Rudolf Caracciola’s Mercedes-Benz SSK, including Birkin’s repeated attacks on the Mulsanne and the tire failures that forced multiple pit stops. The story culminates in the #9 car’s retirement after a broken conrod, while Bentley’s Speed Six secured the overall victory — a defining episode that cemented the Blower’s legend in collector culture.
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Collector specs
Key facts taken from official Amalgam technical details
Brand
Amalgam Collection
Scale
1:8
Edition
Limited to 199
Race version
Le Mans #9 (1930)
Drivers
Birkin & Chassagne
Build method
CAD + scan-based

Shipping & packaging
Air shipment from our China warehouse.
Estimated dispatch: 7–10 business days (collector logistics dependent).
Secure collector-grade protective packaging for international transit.

Important notes
Display model intended for adult collectors.
Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight and humidity.
No returns or exchanges except for authenticity issues.

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References used for this article: official technical and historical notes from Amalgam Collection, plus Bentley heritage collection documentation from Bentley Media.
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