Rolls-Royce 25/30 1935
General description :
1935 Rolls-Royce 20/25hp Touring Saloon
Coachwork by Park Ward Ltd
Chassis no. GLG28
Engine no. T5D
The introduction of a smaller Rolls-Royce - the 20hp - in 1922 enabled the company to cater for the increasingly important owner-driver market that appreciated the quality of Rolls-Royce engineering but did not need a car as large as a 40/50hp Ghost or Phantom. The ‘Twenty’ proved eminently suited to town use, yet could cope admirably with Continental touring when called upon. Its successor, the 20/25hp, introduced in 1929, up-dated the concept with significant improvements, featuring an enlarged (from 3,127 to 3,669cc) and more-powerful cross-flow version of the Twenty’s six-cylinder, overhead-valve engine. Produced concurrently with the Phantom II, the 20/25 benefited from many of the larger model’s improvements, such as synchromesh gears and centralised chassis lubrication, becoming the best-selling Rolls-Royce of the inter-war period.
This example boasts Park Ward’s handsome, Continental-style, owner-driver coachwork, which is exceptionally pleasing and typical of its day. The car’s accompanying (copy) chassis cards record that it was delivered new in 1935 to Mr R G Connelly, while there is correspondence on file relating to various subsequent owners. The vendor purchased the car at auction in 2007, when it was imported into The Netherlands. Subject of much loving attention while in previous ownership, ‘GLG28’ had already benefited from an engine bottom-end overhaul (1968), complete interior re-trim (1980), brake and steering overhaul (1981), wheels re-spoked and stove-enamelled (1981) and a top-end overhaul, including new cylinder head, in 1983; this last is an important point as the model is prone to ’head trouble in old age. Previously maintained by West Hoathly Garage and since 1990 by Sargeants of Goudhurst, the car has further benefited from an engine rebuild and radiator re-core (1991) and a suspension overhaul and new clutch in 1999, since when fewer than 2,000 miles have been covered. ‘GLG28’ is offered complete with original fitted luggage, invoices dating back to 2007 (plus one from 1968), expired MoTs dating back to 1990, (photocopy) old-style logbook, current road fund licence and Swansea V5 document.
The current mileage is 24,000 which there is evidence to suggest this is genuine. The paintwork is in perfect order in cream over black, after a total respray in 2014. The engine starts right away and is running perfectly. A massive history file comes with the car going into minute detail the works carried out. This is certainly a car to fall in love with! The asking price is 75.000 euro.
This car is offered by our client. For information, you can send an email at Harold Jacobs, harold@silverhill.nl, or call Silver Hill International, tel. +31 26 2030161 or +31 6 53267347
1935 Rolls-Royce 25/30 is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Van Oldenbarneveldtstraat 85aNL-6828 ZN Arnhem by Hooper International B.V. for €75000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : 25/30 Engine size : 3.7 Model Year : 1935 Sub type : Sedan Location : Van Oldenbarneveldtstraat 85aNL-6828 ZN Arnhem Vehicle Registration : Undefined
75000 €
Seller Information
Silver Hill International BV
Hooper International B.V.
+31 26 356 8113
Hooper International B.V.
+31 26 356 8113
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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.