Rolls-Royce 40/50 Phantom 1 Regent Convertible Coupe 1931
Allgemeine Beschreibung :
The Rolls-Royce New Phantom (retrospectively known as the Phantom I) was introduced in 1925 to replace the outgoing Silver Ghost, which had evolved over a nearly 20 year production run and was regarded as the car that established Rolls-Royce as the world’s premier motorcar manufacturer. Given the Silver Ghost’s stellar reputation, it was probably a wise move for Rolls-Royce to take an evolutionary step in designing the New Phantom. The chassis of the New Phantom was essentially carried over from the Silver Ghost with a few refinements, but was fundamentally the same as a late-specification four-wheel-brake Silver Ghost. Not that this was a bad thing, as the chassis had proven itself to be massively robust and capable of delivering a driving experience like no other motorcar on the market. It wasn’t until the arrival of the Phantom II in 1929 that an entirely new chassis would be introduced – a true testament to the integrity of the original design. The engine, however was almost entirely new; an overhead valve inline six-cylinder that displaced 7,668 cc. Like the Ghost before it, the big Phantom power plant was under-stressed and developed its power with remarkable smoothness and refinement.
In order to meet ever growing demand for its products in the important North American market, a subsidiary of Rolls-Royce was established in Springfield Massachusetts in December of 1919. Rolls-Royce of America Incorporated was set up in the former American Wire Wheel Company plant, and many of the highly skilled workers were retained by Rolls-Royce to work on the assembly line. By 1926, Rolls-Royce of America had acquired Brewster and Company, one of America’s most prestigious coachbuilders. A series of 28 catalog bodies would be offered, ranging from sporty roadsters to luxurious town cars. Production of Ghosts and Phantoms would reach as high as 12 cars per week until the stock market crash of 1929 when sales plummeted. Another blow was arrival of the Phantom II, which meant comprehensive retooling which RR of America simply could not afford. While Rolls Royce in Derby had moved on to Phantom II in 1929, the Springfield Phantom I would overlap it, continuing until 1931 with a total of 1241 Springfield Phantoms produced.
This magnificent 1931 Springfield Phantom I is chassis number S109PR; a highly desirable, late production example wearing its original and supremely attractive Brewster Regent Convertible Coupe body. The Regent was a handsome design featuring an all-weather convertible roof, exposed landau irons, dicky seat and beautiful detailing such as a front valance that covered the front spring mounts, making for a cleaner, more modern look. The beautiful sweeping front wings carry dual side-mount spares and a convenient half-door allows for easy access to the dicky seat, so rear passengers don’t have to suffer the indignity of clambering over the rear wings. It is a sporty, yet elegant body, and with only twenty one built on the Phantom I chassis, a very rare and desirable specimen.
According to John Webb de Campi’s book “Rolls-Royce in America”, chassis number S109PR was originally delivered to John Berry Ryan of New York, New York in April of 1931. It seems Mr. Ryan quite enjoyed his Regent as he retained the car until 1946 when it passed to Mr. Frances Drake. In 1951, the car was sold to Frederic Palmer who kept it through 1964 when it was acquired by the well-known Rolls-Royce collector Leslie Stevenson. Stevenson would be the car’s next long-term caretaker, keeping the Phantom I for the next 23 years until it was acquired in 1987 by another very well-known collector, Gerald Lettieri.
In 1995, S109PR was acquired by Elizabeth Zoller, a long-time member of the RROC and a dedicated Rolls-Royce enthusiast. During her tenure with the car, the highly respected workshop of D&D Classic Restorations was entrusted to perform a full restoration. It was subsequently shown and earned numerous awards at important events, including the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. It has also been awarded an AACA National First Prize in 1997, an AACA Grand National First Prize in 2002, as well as a CCCA National First Prize and a 1997 RROC Concours National Award.
This stunning Phantom I remains in fabulous condition despite the twenty years that have passed since the restoration, which speaks to both the quality of the work performed as well as the care it has been given by the owners. The striking livery of light gray with green wings beautifully suits the sporty nature of the Brewster coachwork. A particularly nice touch is the way the green paint of the wings and front valance carries on to the radiator shutters. Black wall Lester tires and polished alloy wheel discs continue the sporting theme, and a period trunk is mounted out back with a tan canvas cover to match the roof. Chrome plating is gorgeous; as restored by D&D’s concours winning chrome shop, Brightworks. The interior is similarly beautiful, with gray/taupe colored leather having taken on just a bit of character from use over the years, but remaining supple and inviting. The woodwork has been fully restored, the dash fitted with original instrumentation, clock and switchgear.
Since its world-class restoration, this fabulous Rolls-Royce remained with a member of the Zoller family who maintained it “on the button” and ready for regular use. The 7.7 liter inline six presents exceptionally well, appearing lightly used and very well maintained. Likewise, the undercarriage is extremely tidy, clean and properly detailed.
Particularly in late-production specification such as our featured example, the Rolls-Royce Phantom I is one of the finest pre-war tour cars available. Chassis number S109PR’s fabulous restoration and beautiful, rare coachwork by Brewster make it suitable for show, while the all-weather versatility and meticulous care it has received over the years make it an ideal candidate for RROC tours, CCCA CARavan tours or virtually any other Full Classic road event.
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1931 Rolls-Royce 40/50 Phantom 1 Regent Convertible Coupe is listed verkauft on ClassicDigest in St. Louis by Mark Hyman for $299500.
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Nun, meine Damen und Herren, heute tauchen wir ein in die glanzvolle Geschichte einer Marke, die immer das ganz Wesen britischen Luxus und Handwerkskunst verkörpert hat - Rolls-Royce.Unsere Geschichte beginnt zu Beginn des 20. Jahrhunderts, als zwei Visionäre, Charles Rolls und Henry Royce, beschlossen, sich zusammenzuschließen. Im Jahr 1904 wurde der allererste Rolls-Royce geboren, der Rolls-Royce 10 hp. Es war ein bescheidener Anfang für ein Unternehmen, das die Automobil-Exzellenz neu definieren würde.
Aber es war erst 1907, dass Rolls-Royce wirklich seinen Stempel aufdrückte, mit der Einführung des Silver Ghost. Er wurde als das "Beste Auto der Welt" gefeiert und setzte den Goldstandard für Luxusautos. Mit seinem flüsterleisen Motor und seiner exquisiten Handwerkskunst war er ein Statement von Opulenz und Raffinesse.
Die 1920er Jahre brachten uns den Rolls-Royce Phantom I, ein Ikone seiner Zeit. Es war der erste Rolls-Royce mit einem 6-Zylinder-Motor und legte den Grundstein für die legendäre Phantom-Reihe. Dies war die Ära, in der die Maharadschas von Indien maßgefertigte Rolls-Royces in Auftrag gaben, die nichts weniger als automobilen Palästen entsprachen.
Schnell vorwärts in die Nachkriegsjahre, und wir haben den Silver Cloud, ein Symbol für den britischen Optimismus der Nachkriegszeit. Der Silver Cloud verkörperte Eleganz, mit seinen fließenden Linien und handgefertigten Interieurs. Er war die Wahl von Königen, Prominenten und Industriekapitänen.
Aber wenn wir über das Epizentrum des Rolls-Royce-Luxus sprechen, dann ist es der Rolls-Royce Phantom VI, der uns von 1968 bis 1991 begleitete. Dies war ein Auto, das die Aussage traf, dass "wenn Sie nach dem Preis fragen müssen, können Sie es sich nicht leisten." Anpassung war das Stichwort, und der Phantom VI war eine Leinwand für die weltweit Wohlhabendsten, um ihren einzigartigen Geschmack auszudrücken.
Nun, es ist unmöglich, über Rolls-Royce zu sprechen, ohne den Rolls-Royce Corniche zu erwähnen. Produziert von 1971 bis 1995, handelte es sich um eine Cabriolet- und Coupé-Version des Silver Shadow. Der Corniche war der Inbegriff des Grand Touring, ein Auto für diejenigen, die den Kontinent in absolutem Luxus durchqueren wollten.
Aber, ach, selbst die Mächtigsten müssen ihren Niedergang erleben, und Rolls-Royce war keine Ausnahme. Das Unternehmen durchlief in den 1970er und 80er Jahren finanzielle Turbulenzen, was zur Übernahme durch Vickers plc führte. Dann kam die umstrittene Eigentümerschaft von BMW und Volkswagen, die die Enthusiasten spaltete.
Rolls-Royce erlangte unter BMW-Besitz wieder Boden, und das neue Jahrtausend brachte uns den Rolls-Royce Phantom VII, eine Rückkehr zu den Wurzeln des Unternehmens für kompromisslosen Luxus. Der Phantom VII war ein Zeugnis für britische Ingenieurskunst und Handwerkskunst.
Und das, meine Damen und Herren, bringt uns auf den heutigen Tag. Rolls-Royce produziert weiterhin einige der opulentesten, maßgeschneiderten Fahrzeuge auf dem Planeten, ein Symbol für die britische Imperium, das mit der Zeit nicht verblasst ist. Der Geist von Sir Henry Royce und Charles Rolls lebt in jedem Auto weiter, das die Spirit of Ecstasy trägt, ein Zeugnis für das anhaltende Erbe der britischen Automobil-Exzellenz.