Rolls-Royce Phantom II Sports Sedanca de Ville by Windovers 1931
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Vintage and Prestige are proud to offer this 1931 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Sports Sedanca de Ville by Windovers For Sale.
Registration: GK 5069
Chassis no: 96 GY
Engine no: BI-55
Mileage shown: 2,540
This unique car was personally designed by the Chairman of Windovers Lord Portarlington. The design was so rakish and impressive that it was chosen to be on the Rolls-Royce stand at the 1931 Motor Show. The coachwork is some of the finest to be mounted on a Phantom II chassis and certainly has that continental look!
From every angle there is some fine detail to catch your eye, the sharp wing lines, the louvered bonnet, scuttle and sills, the floating tread plates, the sunk in spare wheel… the list goes on and on. The exterior paint is finished is Old English white and black, the colours work perfectly to highlight the body lines. Although not concours, the paintwork has held up in great condition, with the only signs of wear being to the door shuts.
With a simple operation the sedanca section can be folded away and totally transforms the appearance, it certainly is rare to have Sedanca with Sports lines. The interior is finished in beautifully fluted, black leather, piped in white, the rear seat fold forward allowing access to a rear storage compartment, this would make perfect stowage for continental spares.
Going through the history file you come across a series of invoices for a full engine rebuild from one A.Archer, this immediately gives you comfort that the best of the best has maintained this Phantom II throughout the years. Thanks to a recent service she is driving beautifully, the 7668CC engine is never under strain and pulls you along the road with ease. This well designed pre-war car would sit with modern traffic comfortably on any motorway.
In our showroom and ready for viewing.
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1931 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Sports Sedanca de Ville by Windovers is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Grays by Vintage Prestige for Not priced.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : Phantom II Model Version : Sports Sedanca de Ville by Windovers Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1931 Sub type : Sedan 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.