Napier Railton at the Goodwood Revival

Napier Railton – Goodwood Revival 2009

This is a semi-detailed shot of the fabulous Napier Railton, as found in the paddock at the Goodwood Revival 2009.

The Napier-Railton is an aero-engined race car built in 1933, designed by Reid Railton to a commission by John Cobb, and built by Thomson & Taylor. It was driven by Cobb, mainly at Brooklands race track where it holds the all-time lap record (143.44 mph (230.84 km/h)) which stands in perpetuity since the track fell into disuse during the Second World War.

Link: Wikipedia

The conversion to black and white is perhaps a little heavy, and the sky is blown out, but I like the overall feel this image has.