1930 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Three-Position Drophead Coupe
Lot 66
1930 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Three-Position Drophead Coupe
Sold for £53,438
(including buyers premium)
Lot details Registration No: GP 2443 Chassis No: 44GY Mot Expiry: May 2005
Unlike the Phantom I, which inherited its chassis from the Silver Ghost predecessor, the 1929-launched Phantom II employed a completely new chassis with semi-elliptic rear springs replacing the previous cantilever springing used on the Ghost and Phantom I. The new and lower frame, with radiator set well back, helped coachbuilders to provide the new cars with far more stylish, less upright bodywork. The 7668cc six was built in-unit with clutch and gearbox, but had crossflow cylinder head and extensively redesigned combustion chambers.
We are pleased to offer an historic 1930-dated and righthand drive Phantom II, the rolling chassis of which, then fitted with different coachwork, once graced the R-R stand at the Brussells Motor Show. Completely rebodied to what was clearly a very high standard with the current bodywork in 1989, the now 3-position drophead coupe on wires is finished in claret with tan leather, American walnut interior with piped Wilton carpets in tan and West of England cloth headlining.
We understand that the block has been restored by well known engine builders Caldwell Engineering and the cylinder head renewed. Following all this work, the car is said to be in beautiful condition with chassis, body, paint and trim all described as excellent. The 6-cylinder engine is said to be on-the-button with electrics and 4-speed manual transmission all said to be in excellent order. Guests and their luggage have the benefit of a fitted truck on the back.
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