Rolls-Royce 40/50 Phantom 1927
General description :
1927 Rolls Royce Phantom 1 Hooper Sedanca De Ville.
Chassis number 2RF
Registration number YT7173
First Owner: The Right Hon. Charles Williams MP.
A really beautiful car in super running condition. A long chassis car sporting D rake steering more commonly found on low slung tourers which gives the scuttle extra length & makes for a comfortable driving position. Featured in George Oliver’s book, The Best Car in the World, this model is described thus: ‘the proportions and finish, the very presence of this PI Sedanca de Ville, are truly classic. ‘
This Phantom one wears original Sedanca Deville coachwork by Hooper, the quality of whom earned them the Sobriquet the King of coach builders. The car abounds with typical Hooper features such as the Hooper patent signal window to the drivers door, A hand crank ventilation panel at the screen bottom, twin adjusting hand crank adjusted rear seats etc etc. There is also an umbrella mounted under the front seats where it may be easily pulled out & deployed. A Tapley gradient meter is fitted as is an aneroid barometer and a drivers speaker system. Twin side mounts sit on the running boards making for an imposing frontal appearance. A Brass Klaxon lurks under the bonnet.
To the rear is grey cord upholstery which has the appearance of being original & is in very fine condition, the front upholstery being in black. The interior is very fine quarter matched Macasser Ebony again in very fine order. The wood extends to the bulkhead mounted drinks cabinet. Twin occasional seats fold our either side of the cabinet. A Pyrex brass fire extinguisher is fitted to the passenger front footwell.
To the rear is a fine Finnigans Motoring trunk pleasingly retaining its three interior suitcases. Paintwork is black & maroon in excellent overall condition as is the rear fabric covering to the roof. The car is mechanically very strong with a quiet powerful engine. The cylinder head is of the earlier cast iron variety.
An assortment of bills come with the car attesting to major works having been performed upon the engine including new pistons, a new clutch, magneto repair, water pump rebuild, etc etc. A recent inspection has been done by T & N auto services who summarized the car as follows: "In my opinion a very 'honest' Rolls Royce free of any major defects....appears to have been maintained exceptionally well and drives very nicely 'on the road' & is free of any unusual noises at driving speeds & through all gears."
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1927 Rolls-Royce 40/50 Phantom is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Grays by Vintage Prestige for £108000.
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Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : 40/50 Phantom Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1927 Sub type : Sedan Location : Essex Vehicle Registration : Normal
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About Rolls-Royce
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.
Now, it's impossible to discuss Rolls-Royce without mentioning the Rolls-Royce Corniche. Produced from 1971 to 1995, it was a convertible and coupe version of the Silver Shadow. The Corniche was the quintessential grand tourer, a car for those who wished to traverse continents in absolute luxury.
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.