Rolls-Royce 40/50 Phantom 2 Cabriolet by Kitchener & Woodwiss 1930
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1930 Rolls Royce Phantom 2 Cabriolet by Kitchener & Woodiwiss
Chassis number: 205GY
Registration number: GSL153
A magnificent open cabriolet supplied new to France. The car wears open cabriolet coachwork by Kitchener & Woodwiss the provenance of which we are researching. The chassis plate is of the export type for cars that were sent to France.
Previously the car was maintained by Ristes Motor Company receiving a full engine build including white metal bearings. Engine build sheets available for inspection. Restored by Ristes in the 1990s and having done little mileage since. Massive bills come with the car attesting to the fastidious restoration work that went into it. The car is fitted with hydraulic power steering making it finger tip light to steer at low speeds but could easily be removed if authenticity was required. I have to say however that being able to twirl the steering wheel with finger tip lightness in confined parking areas is indeed a pleasure not usually associated with manoueveing a big phantom.
The car is finished in a pleasing colur scheme of dark blue over a blue/grey colour; a scheme that suits the car admirably. The hood is of blue mohair in excellent order & stows neatly under a matching blue cover. To the interior is grey leather again in very good condition. An auster style screen makes a show of protecing the rear passengers. A full set of side screens comes with the car but have not been deployed during the last two decades of ownership as the roof alone provides adequate protection from inclement conditions.
Driving this car is a real pleasure. The engine is silent & powerful allowing for easy 60MPH cruising. Gear changes are seamless once mastered & the brakes pull the car up sharply with sufficient force to lock the wheels. A commodious motoring trunk is mounted to the rear of the car. I have to stress how well this car drives with the engine having a very sporting manner to it allowing the car to proceed at slightly unseemly speeds when pressed upon to do so. Water temperature remains cool at 70 degrees & oil pressure is very good.
This is a Phantom that has a real presence & wow factor on the road garnering attention of the right kind wherever it is seen. The coachwork is both rakish & elegant. It is in simply impeccable mechanical condition & is a credit to the current owner who purchased it in the year 2000 two decades ago.
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1930 Rolls-Royce 40/50 Phantom 2 Cabriolet by Kitchener & Woodwiss is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Essex by Prestige House for Not priced.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : 40/50 Phantom Model Version : 2 Cabriolet by Kitchener & Woodwiss Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1930 Sub type : Convertible Location : Essex Vehicle Registration : Undefined
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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.