Bentley was founded by Walter Owen Bentley in London in 1919, born from his passion for engineering and motor racing. The brand achieved legendary status winning Le Mans five times in the 1920s, earning the nickname 'Bentley Boys' for its racing drivers. Financial difficulties led to Rolls-Royce acquiring Bentley in 1931, though the two brands maintained distinct identities. Bentley today under Volkswagen Group ownership remains the definitive British grand tourer.
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