Rolls-Royce 20 hp Open Tourer by Watsons of Liverpool 1926
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1926 Rolls Royce 20hp Open Tourer by Watsons of Liverpool
Chassis number: GCK62
Registration number: Applied for.
Without doubt one of the finest Rolls Royce 20hp cars we have had the pleasure to handle. Simply put: This car is in concours prize winning restored condition throughout. It has been the subject of vast expenditure by a Mr John Basler of Florida, since deceased. He undertook the miticulous restoration we find today which included sending the engine back to the UK to be made like new.
Coach-work is the original open tourer body of ample proportions by Watsons of Liverpool. Unlike many of these tourers, the front seat is fully adjustable back & forth allowing for drivers to seat comfortably who are very long in the leg. Moreover the body & roof are particularly wide affording great comfort to the occupants & excellent cover from inclement weather.
The interior seating & door cards are like new stone coloured leather with similar carpets & over mats. The beautifully curved mahogany dash board is equipped with a full set of working original instruments. The exterior is maroon & black paint again in absolutley first rate condition. The spare pleasingly is located on the rear of the car as per the dictum of sir Henry Royce himself. Straight side tyres are fitted all round making for very light steering. The car as a whole looks like new & also drives like new with a taut supple feel to its suspension.
The engine bay is again detailed to show standards. A sonorous klaxon lurks on the bulkhead. A full flow modern oil filter is fitted for ease of maintenance. The original undertrays are in situ. On the running board is a tool box containing a useful selection of larger tools. The throttle pedal has no discernable wear to it at all indicating a very low total mileage.
The best part of the car is the actual driving experience. The engine is simply the quietest 20hp engine I have ever heard, or rather should I say not heard. The 4 speed gear box has a very buttery with an easy to use feel to it. The steering is precise & accurate with not a hint of free play in it. The car has a longish rear axle allowing easy 50MPH cruising.
In addittion to the perfect full length & wide beige canvas roof there are also a full set of side screens that locate into slots for inclement weather. The rear window is configured to hinge up & locate to the inside of the roof with press fastner studs for use during hotter weather when using the roof as a sun shade.
If you are looking for the best money can buy then this car is a worthy contender to be considered. We have seen its equal but not its better.
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1926 Rolls-Royce 20 hp Open Tourer by Watsons of Liverpool is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Grays by Vintage Prestige for £118000.
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Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : 20 hp Model Version : Open Tourer by Watsons of Liverpool Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1926 Sub type : Convertible Location : Essex
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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.