Rolls-Royce 20/25 Three position drophead Coupe 1934
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1934 Rolls Royce 20/25 three position drophead CoupeRegistration Number: JK4111Chassis Number: GYD22GYD 22 is a superb example of a Rolls-Royce 20/25 with versatile windovers inspired coachwork.Chassis GYD 22 was supplied in August 1934 by Rolls-Royce to Windovers Ltd. where it received a saloon body for its first owner from Eastbourne. A comprehensive restoration was commissioned in 2005 including the creation of a fabulous Three Position Drophead body in the style of those produced in period by Windovers complete with a new fully lined mohair hood and a new leather upholstered interior. Following this restoration the car has seen sparing but regular use.Mechanically. GYD 22 is in excellent working order with a total indicated mileage of just 77000. The history file includes various MoT certificates dating from 2001 and a UK V5. This charming Three Position Drophead oozes pre-war charm. and remains a vehicle in which to take great pride and satisfaction at a more affordable price than an original. The paint is in beautiful condition with a fetching two tone colour scheme complimented by the blue roof. On the road the car drives beautifully pulling strongly in all gears & with a taut feel to the controls that one only finds on low mileage examples. The boot is capacious allowing for plenty of luggage. The car boasts twin side mounted spares giving an imposing frontal appearance.
Large doors make for easy ingress & egress. The rear seats are commodious making the car a true four seat tourer. All woodwork is in new highly polished condition. Oil presuure is excellent around 27lbs under load & the temperature gauge never exceeds 75 degrees.
The car in the last 5 years has been maintinaed without regard to cost & has had around £8,000 spent upon it in recent serviing bills. It is thus in great condition & absolutley ready to go.
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1934 Rolls-Royce 20/25 Three position drophead Coupe is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Grays by Vintage Prestige for Not priced.
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Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : 20/25 Model Version : Three position drophead Coupe Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1934 Sub type : Coupé Location : Essex
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Well, ladies and gentlemen, today we're diving into the illustrious history of a brand that has always embodied the very essence of British luxury and craftsmanship - Rolls-Royce.Our story begins at the turn of the 20th century when two visionaries, Charles Rolls and Henry Royce, decided to join forces. In 1904, the very first Rolls-Royce was born, the Rolls-Royce 10 hp. It was a modest start for a company that would go on to redefine automotive excellence.
But it wasn't until 1907 that Rolls-Royce truly made its mark with the introduction of the Silver Ghost. It was hailed as the "Best Car in the World" and set the gold standard for luxury motoring. With its whisper-quiet engine and exquisite craftsmanship, it was a statement of opulence and refinement.
The 1920s brought us the Rolls-Royce Phantom I, an icon of its time. It was the first Rolls-Royce to feature a 6-cylinder engine and set the stage for the legendary Phantom line. This was the era when the Maharajas of India commissioned custom-bodied Rolls-Royces that were nothing short of automotive palaces.
Fast forward to the post-war years, and we have the Silver Cloud, a symbol of post-war British optimism. The Silver Cloud was elegance personified, with its flowing lines and handcrafted interiors. It was the choice of royalty, celebrities, and captains of industry.
But if we're talking about the epitome of Rolls-Royce luxury, it's the Rolls-Royce Phantom VI, which graced us with its presence from 1968 to 1991. This was a car that made the statement that "if you have to ask the price, you can't afford it." Customization was the name of the game, and the Phantom VI was a canvas for the world's wealthiest to express their unique tastes.
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But, alas, even the mightiest must face their decline, and Rolls-Royce was no exception. The company went through financial turmoil in the 1970s and 80s, leading to the takeover by Vickers plc. Then came the controversial BMW and Volkswagen ownership period, which divided enthusiasts.
Rolls-Royce regained its footing under BMW ownership, and the new millennium brought us the Rolls-Royce Phantom VII, a return to the company's roots of uncompromising luxury. The Phantom VII was a testament to British engineering and craftsmanship.
And that, ladies and gentlemen, brings us to today. Rolls-Royce continues to produce some of the most opulent, bespoke vehicles on the planet, a symbol of British imperiousness that has not waned with time. The spirit of Sir Henry Royce and Charles Rolls lives on in every car that bears the Spirit of Ecstasy, a testament to the enduring legacy of British automotive excellence.