Other models Rolls-royce

In 1904, the meeting between the aristocrat Charles Stuart Rolls and the engineer Frederick Henry Royce led to the creation of the world’s most famous company. From the very beginning, its two founders set out to produce “the best car in the world”! After Rolls’ accidental death in 1910, Royce continued the venture until his own passing in 1933.

Since some of the brand’s customers had taken to adorning their cars’ radiators with whimsical mascots of sometimes questionable taste, the brand’s management commissioned sculptor Charles Sykes in 1911 to create a design intended for all Rolls-Royce models. He created the figurine known to everyone as the Spirit of Ecstasy, which still adorns the company’s cars today.

In 1998, the Vickers Group, which had owned the Rolls-Royce and Bentley brands since 1980, decided to put them up for sale. Both BMW and Volkswagen expressed interest, and after a lengthy legal and financial battle, they reached an agreement: Volkswagen acquired the Crewe plant and the Bentley name, while BMW became the owner of the Rolls-Royce brand. The German company has since built a brand-new factory in Goodwood, where all modern Rolls-Royces have been built since 2003.

Classic car enthusiasts may be drawn to the Silver Ghost, launched in 1906, but among the pre-war models, it is undoubtedly the 1936 Phantom III—which for a long time remained the only Rolls-Royce with a V12 engine—that attracts the most interest. Those who prefer more recent cars will set their sights on the rare Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud Continental, available as a Flying Spur sedan or as a Mulliner Park Ward coupe and convertible. Meanwhile, the 1975 Camargue coupe, designed by Pininfarina and produced in a limited run of just 526 units, will delight collectors with a taste for the exotic.

The current Rolls-Royce lineup includes two sedans; powered by a BMW-sourced V12 engine, the Ghost and the Phantom are both available in long- or short-wheelbase versions. The Cullinan will appeal to enthusiasts seeking the ultimate SUV, while the Spectre coupe, set to launch in 2023, is the first-ever all-electric Rolls-Royce.

Like any exceptional vehicle, a Rolls-Royce must undergo thorough and meticulous inspections. These are complex automobiles that do not tolerate any shortcuts when it comes to maintenance and repairs.

• Vehicle history: Verify that the maintenance log is complete and that all work has been performed by qualified workshops or within the manufacturer’s official network.
• Overall condition and specific inspections: A thorough inspection by a brand specialist may be necessary, particularly for models manufactured before 1998.
• Fuel consumption: Equipped with powerful engines and a displacement well above average, Rolls-Royces have significant fuel consumption. This is a point to consider before making a commitment!
• Maintenance and repair costs: Rolls-Royces are rare automobiles, designed and built without compromise. Maintenance and repairs on these cars must be performed by certified professionals or within the brand’s network, which means you’ll need to set aside an appropriate budget.
• Reliability and potential issues: Until 1965, post-war Rolls-Royces generally pose no major problems as long as they have been carefully maintained according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Models produced after this date (Silver Shadow, Silver Spirit, Corniche, Camargue) are more technically complex and require special attention, particularly regarding the hydraulic system.

By taking all these precautions, you protect yourself against potential disappointments that could arise from a hasty purchase decision.

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