Lot details Registration No: KY 2705 Chassis No: GKT 34 Mot Expiry: Nov 2006
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 3,669cc, 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". Finished in cream over chocolate brown with fawn leather / reupholstered West of England cloth upholstery, this particular example wears elegant six-light limousine coachwork by Hooper and is variously rated by the vendor as being in fair (engine), good (gearbox, electrical equipment, chassis, wire wheels / tyres), very good (interior trim, paintwork) or excellent (bodywork) condition. Said to have been "comprehensively restored by Church Green Engineering in 1982 for the previous owner" so that it could be used on his daughter's wedding day, KY 2705 has apparently seen little use since then. Reportedly treated to approximately £5,000 worth of mechanical fettling in an attempt "to bring the car up to standard" again (encompassing various repairs to its rear axle drive dogs and braking system by Ristes Motors etc), it has also been updated with some "modern electrical wiring including flashing indicators" and a "stainless steel exhaust system". Fresh from ferrying a bride around earlier this month, its engine is stated to "start and run well although noisier than some 20/25s". A fine looking car that is believed to have covered 58,243 miles from new, it is offered for sale with MOT valid until November 2006 and historic class (free) road tax until 31st May 2006.
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