Rolls-Royce 20/25 HP Three position drophead coupe from Thrupp Maberly. 1933
General description :
Exterior: This Rolls Royce 20/25 HP for sale is a Thrupp & Maberly Three Position Drop Head Coupe 1933. And it must be one of the most beautiful pre-war cars. With that low windscreen and coupe like convertible top. It looks sporty and fast and can still transport 4 people comfortably. And with the very clever construction of the top it always has a very nice stretch to it. The two-tone paintwork is in excellent condition and suit the car. Also, the chrome parts are in a very good condition and those big P100 headlights! I guess back in the days those where sending a signal to other drivers that somebody important where coming up behind you. Those very big wheels have been shoed with new rubber recently. And the recently fitted soft top has a very good stretch to it.
Interior: The interior in this Rolls Royce 20/25 Thrupp Maberly 1933 for sale has a wonderful patina to it. The seat pillows up front have been replaced otherwise it is still the original leather. All instruments are doing their job and the dashboard with all details looks very good. The Three Position Drop Head Coupe Rolls Royce can seat four people comfortably. But the view from the back seat is best in fully open position. When the top is down there is a convertible cover with perfect fit.
The beautiful Rolls Royce Thrupp and Maberly
Engine: This Rolls Royce 20/25 HP from 1933 is surprisingly easy to drive! Honestly, I have to say I do not think I have ever driven a car this old that was so easy and pleasurable to drive. The engine is so quiet you can hardly hear it running. It is a 3.6l straight six-cylinder engine. The car has 12v electrical system and central lubrication. The engine had a full rebuild approximately 20.000 miles ago. All major work done to the car is documented. In 2010 the clutch had a complete overhaul. The car has been used over the years and have been properly serviced and lubricated every season. Last service was done in May 2020.
History: To start off this Rolls Royce 20/25 Thrupp & Maberly DHC is a past Concours winner at the RREC annual rally and in 2000 it was a Concorso D’eleganza winner at Villa D ’Este where it won best non Italian entrant with open coachwork. This car is featured in Lawrence Daltons book “Coachwork of Rolls Royce” The car has been maintained by the same Rolls Royce specialist here in Sweden over the years and has a very good documentation. Also, some documents from U.K is present.
This Rolls Royce has been maintained by English Car Care
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Make:Rolls Royce
Model:20/25 HP
Km:100.000
Transmission:4-Speed Manual
Manufactured in:U.K
Horsepower/kw:0000
Condition:2
1933 Rolls-Royce 20/25 HP Three position drophead coupe from Thrupp Maberly. is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Saxtorp by Classix by Schiebler Scandinavia AB for €175000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : 20/25 Model Version : HP Three position drophead coupe from Thrupp Maberly. Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1933 Sub type : Coupé Location : Saxtorp Vehicle Registration : Undefined
175000 €
Seller Information
Classix by Schiebler Scandinavia AB
Classix by Schiebler Scandinavia AB
+46 707 658904
Classix by Schiebler Scandinavia AB
+46 707 658904
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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.