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Rolls-Royce

Phantom, 2002

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Make
Rolls-Royce
Manufacturer
Rolls-Royce
Location Made
Goodwood
Accession Number
2006-25-1
Collection
BMIHT Vehicle Collection
Type
Car
Status
Permanent collection
Engine
12 cyl, 6749 cc, 453 bhp
Fuel
Petrol
Top Speed
149 mph (240 km/h)
Body Style
Saloon
Price When New
£250,000
Materials
metal, rubber, plastics, glass, textiles
Dimensions
5762mm (l), 2018mm (w), 1650mm (h)
Location
Collections Centre

BMW purchased Rolls-Royce from Vickers in 1998 and put a team together to design an entirely new car. A new factory at Goodwood opened in 2003.

The imposing new Phantom incorporates many traditional Rolls-Royce design elements: large wheels, short front overhang, long bonnet and rising sill line, giving visual reference to the car's effortless power.

A V12 moves the three ton car to a governed maximum of 149 mph. Behind the driver, the passengers sit in luxury, seated further back in the car for greater privacy. Every detail has been considered to make the journey as pleasant as possible. Even down to the umbrellas stored inside the rear doors, ready for that rain shower when they reach their destination.

Adopt this car for £50

Adopted by:

Giulio Tedesco