Jason Momoa just gave one of the most celebrated pre-war race cars a fun, futuristic twist

The American actor and producer, famous for starring in Aquaman, Game of Thrones, and Dune, teamed up with Hedley Studios to create a one-of-a-kind electric Bentley Blower.

The British shop, previously known as the Little Car Company, collaborates directly with marques such as Aston Martin, Bentley, Bugatti, and Ferrari to build scaled electric recreations of iconic cars. This particular one-off is based on the 1929 Bentley 4.5-litre Supercharged Team Car No. 2, or the “Blower,” which famously raced at Le Mans in 1930.

Created in partnership with the British nameplate, the aptly named Bentley Blower Jr is scaled to 85 per cent of full size and equipped with an electric powertrain that delivers 15 kW (20 hp) for a top speed of 72.4 km/hr and a range of roughly 105 km per charge. Momoa’s example features more than 100 bespoke or specially crafted elements.

The body is finished in a custom red, fittingly dubbed “Momoa Crimson,” with brass accents that are treated to develop a natural patina over time. That gives the car a charming, old-fashioned feel that belies the modern tech within.

The four-wheeler is also replete with sentimental touches. The dashboard is made from Hawaii’s highly prized Koa wood in honor of Momoa’s heritage, while “666” is emblazoned on the radiator and number plate as a tribute to his grandfather, who was nicknamed “El Diablo.” Other highlights include a custom skull drive selector that took 100 hours to handcarve from a solid block of brass and a “Momoa 1 of 1” badge.

“It’s been an absolute pleasure working with Jason on this project,” Hedley Studios founder Ben Hedley said in a statement. “He had a really clear vision of what he wanted to integrate into the car to make it a true one-off and personal to him: the story of his grandfather, the antiqued brass finishes, the unique paint shade and the wooden dash from his place of birth.”

Momoa’s Blower was hand-built at Hedley’s Bicester atelier, with the commission featured in the second season of On the Roam. The documentary series follows the Hawaii native as he travels across the globe, meeting pioneering creatives who range from athletes and musicians to motorcycle fabricators and car restorers. For the latest installment, Momoa also turned two of his Land Rovers and three of his Harleys into EVs. You can watch it on HBO Max and Discovery+.

This story was first published on Robb Report USA. Featured photo by Hedley Studios