Lot details Registration No: DS 7104 Chassis No: GSR47 Mot Expiry: May 2007
Launched in 1929, the 20/25 followed established 'small' Rolls-Royce practice in that it was conceived and built to the same exacting standards as its larger Phantom II stablemate. Developed more or less side-by-side the two models shared improvements introduced during their respective series including thermostatically controlled radiator shutters and pedal operated chassis lubrication. Although, based around the same leaf-sprung, drum braked chassis design as its 20hp predecessor, the 20/25 enjoyed notably sharper acceleration, a higher top speed and better fuel economy thanks to its enlarged 3669cc, straight-six OHV engine. Available with synchromesh on third and fourth gear from 1932 onwards, the 20/25 quickly drew praise form the contemporary press, Autocar noting that it had "great refinement of power, and a gentleness and quietness in doing its work, which makes results deceptive". Unlike its 25/30 successor, the 20/25 remained true to founder Henry Royce's perfectionist principles and abhorrence of bought-in components.
Finished in maroon over black with beige leather upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "good" condition with regard to its engine, four-speed manual gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, chassis, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres. Beginning life as a H.J. Mulliner bodied Weymann saloon, 'DS 7104' was converted into an open four-seat tourer by the Woodvale Motor Co. of Huddersfield during 1984. Such was the quality of the workmanship that Hatfield Jaguar was reportedly able to sell the reconfigured Rolls-Royce for £29,995 more than twenty years ago! Benefiting from a rear-mounted luggage trunk, flashing indicators and weather equipment, the 20/25 is said to have played host to a number of celebrities over the last few seasons. A handsome car, this Vintage Rolls-Royce is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until May 2007 and historic class (free) road tax valid until April 2007.
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