Description
This car is Lot 183 to be auctioned by Bonhams|Cars at The Quail Auction on Friday August 15, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
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Available Wednesday August 13 from 09:00 until 18:00, Thursday 14 August from 09:00 until 18:00, and Friday 15 August from 08:30 onwards, at The Quail Lodge.
Lot 183
2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
Registration no.
Chassis no. SCA682D55EUX75244
6, 749 OHV V8 Engine
Direct Injection
453bhp at 5, 350rpm
6-Speed Automatic Transmission
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
* Top of the line convertible Rolls
* Original MSRP of $519, 000
* Fewer than 3, 400 original miles
* The ultimate expression of British luxury
THE ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM
Vickers' controversial sale of its Rolls-Royce and Bentley brands in 1997, although acrimonious at the time, allowed the two marques to reaffirm their traditional roles in separate ownership: Rolls-Royce continuing to provide the ultimate in luxurious motoring for the plutocracy under BMW's stewardship, with Volkswagen-owned Bentley catering for the wealthy owner-driver with sporting inclinations.
Launched in 2003, the Phantom was the first Rolls-Royce developed under this new ownership. The Phantom is credited with successfully reviving the Rolls-Royce brand and restoring British company's credibility as a maker of luxury cars. It was inevitable that a convertible version would follow, and in 2004 Rolls-Royce displayed the 100EX concept car to celebrate the company's centennial. Introduced at the North American International Auto Show in 2007, the two-door Phantom Drophead Coupé was styled along 100EX lines and built on a short-wheelbase version of the Phantom saloon's chassis platform, suitably strengthened to compensate for the absent roof. The chassis and body are mostly aluminum, the latter featuring rear-hinged doors with electrical assist and umbrellas, while the convertible top - the largest on a European car could be raised in only 25 seconds.
This new generation of Phantoms was indeed a huge success, being highly acclaimed by the motoring press, dealers, and, most importantly, the customers. Once again Rolls-Royce Motor Cars had produced the pinnacle of luxury motoring. These Phantom Drophead Coupés are rated among the very best, boasting a V12 engine of almost complete silence yet capable of producing 453bhp and so much torque that the mid-range acceleration is mind boggling.
Rolls-Royce's famed reputation for silence in operation was continued with the Phantom Drophead Coupe. "The starter whirs seamlessly and the V12 murmurs into life," declared Autocar. "In other guises V12 noises are used to convey performance potential, but this one is built for extreme quietness. Only at 5000rpm-plus do you hear a stirring engine note, but even then, it's faint".
"What you'll quickly learn is to modify your attitude, to enjoy that enormous power reserve where appropriate, but at all times to luxuriate in this car's smoothness, quietude and opulence."
THE CAR OFFERED
This delightful 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe presents beautifully in Black over a Moccasin interior with piano black wood accents, black convertible top and teak rear deck. With nearly $40, 000 in options, the car also features polished stainless-steel hood, 21-inch partially polished 7-spoke wheels, RR monogrammed headrests, a camera system, seat piping and wheel center caps, for a total original cost of nearly $519, 000.
Purchased by the vendor in the summer of 2024 with less than 3, 400 miles on the odometer, it has since covered only another 34 miles in the ensuing year. The car comes with its original window, books and manuals, tools, first aid kit, overmats and tools.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams|Cars website for all pertinent auction information.
