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Rolls-Royce

Phantom V, 1965

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Make
Rolls-Royce
Manufacturer
Rolls-Royce
Location Made
Crewe
Accession Number
L2025-7-1
Collection
Private Loan
Type
Car
Status
On loan from a private collection
Engine
V8 cyl, 6750cc, 220 bhp
Fuel
Petrol
Top Speed
101 mph [162 km/h]
Body Style
Saloon
Price When New
£9,700
Materials
metal, glass, rubber, plastics, textiles
Dimensions
(l), (w), (h)
Location
Museum

This distinguished vehicle, formerly owned by John Lennon, stands as an iconic piece of automotive history. Notably, it signifies the early influences of The Beatles’ “White Album” period. Lennon acquired this luxury car in 1966 and promptly had it repainted in white, complete with a matching interior. The refurbishment was said to be as costly as the original purchase of the car itself.

The car featured prominently in late-1960s photographs of the group and in promotional clips for the Beatles’ 1969 single The Ballad of John and Yoko about the famous couple’s wedding. The car has also been featured in films such as the hit movie "Georgy Girl' (1966) in its original color with the registration number PPB1, "Let It Be" (1970), and "Performance" (1970).

Lennon sold the EUC100C to Allen Klein of ABKCO, then Beatles manager, in September 1969. Its meticulous restoration began in 1991 at Sebright Garage and was completed at RR&B Garages. In 2016, the car won Best-in-Show at the Rolls-Royce Enthusiast Club Rally and was recognized with the George Barry Gregory Trophy for being the Most Iconic at Salon Privé in 2024.

This car is on display as part of the Museum's feature exhibition, Beep-Beep, Yeah!: The Sounds and Songs of the Motor Car.

On loan from Jody Klein of ABKCO.