1935 ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM II ENCLOSED LIMOUSINE DE VILLE COACHWORK BY HOOPER Chassis No. 74 UK Engine No. QY 55 Light green with dark green roof/fenders, green leather/cloth interior Engine: six cylinder in-line, 7,668cc, 120bhp at 2,750rpm; Gearbox: four speed manual, synchromesh on 3rd and 4th; Suspension: solid axle, semi-elliptic leaf springs front and rear; Brakes: four wheel drum, mechanical serve. Right hand drive. In 1929 the Rolls-Royce Derby works introduced their Phantom II which was a continuation of their policy of evolution; although it retained the same engine size as the Phantom I, the new Phantom II engine was, in fact, more in common with the 20HP model, being virtually a larger edition of that unit. Notable changes occurred in the chassis and suspension, which for the first time included semi-elliptic springs front and rear, the latter being underslung. The Springfield American Phantom I chassis lubrication system was adopted, providing oil to every moving part. With a reworked engine, the whole package was designed to provide greater performance with better handling and braking, putting most sports cars to shame, and yet it was so flexible it could accelerate briskly from 5mph in top gear. The Phantom II attracted a younger more sporting type of owner who was tempted by its 90mph top speed, and with its lower chassis line it provided the ideal platform for more elegant and imposing coachwork designs. This example was first sold in July 1935 to the Right Hon. Lady Leigh of Grosvenor Square, London W1. The car carries formal enclosed Limousine de Ville coachwork by Hooper & Co. now painted in a two-tone shade of light and dark green. Fitted to the longest chassis available in its time, the Phantom was sixth from the end of only forty-one built in 1935. The present owner purchased the car in 1990; it had a frame-off restoration in the early 1980's and appeared on the front cover of the Robb Report , July '82. The condition today is nicely mellowed since the restoration; appointments include a speaking tube, twin occasional seats, ash tray, interior light and large rear mounted trunk. The interior trim is a combination of green leather to the driver's compartment and Belgian brocade to the rear. The engine was tuned by Kent Baines of Automotive Restorations, Connecticut during the last twelve months. This Rolls-Royce has a certain presence and style, synonymous with the mid-thirties. The car should bring much enjoyment to a new owner.
1935 ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM II ENCLOSED LIMOUSINE DE VILLE COACHWORK BY HOOPER Chassis No. 74 UK Engine No. QY 55 Light green with dark green roof/fenders, green leather/cloth interior Engine: six cylinder in-line, 7,668cc, 120bhp at 2,750rpm; Gearbox: four speed manual, synchromesh on 3rd and 4th; Suspension: solid axle, semi-elliptic leaf springs front and rear; Brakes: four wheel drum, mechanical serve. Right hand drive. In 1929 the Rolls-Royce Derby works introduced their Phantom II which was a continuation of their policy of evolution; although it retained the same engine size as the Phantom I, the new Phantom II engine was, in fact, more in common with the 20HP model, being virtually a larger edition of that unit. Notable changes occurred in the chassis and suspension, which for the first time included semi-elliptic springs front and rear, the latter being underslung. The Springfield American Phantom I chassis lubrication system was adopted, providing oil to every moving part. With a reworked engine, the whole package was designed to provide greater performance with better handling and braking, putting most sports cars to shame, and yet it was so flexible it could accelerate briskly from 5mph in top gear. The Phantom II attracted a younger more sporting type of owner who was tempted by its 90mph top speed, and with its lower chassis line it provided the ideal platform for more elegant and imposing coachwork designs. This example was first sold in July 1935 to the Right Hon. Lady Leigh of Grosvenor Square, London W1. The car carries formal enclosed Limousine de Ville coachwork by Hooper & Co. now painted in a two-tone shade of light and dark green. Fitted to the longest chassis available in its time, the Phantom was sixth from the end of only forty-one built in 1935. The present owner purchased the car in 1990; it had a frame-off restoration in the early 1980's and appeared on the front cover of the Robb Report , July '82. The condition today is nicely mellowed since the restoration; appointments include a speaking tube, twin occasional seats, ash tray, interior light and large rear mounted trunk. The interior trim is a combination of green leather to the driver's compartment and Belgian brocade to the rear. The engine was tuned by Kent Baines of Automotive Restorations, Connecticut during the last twelve months. This Rolls-Royce has a certain presence and style, synonymous with the mid-thirties. The car should bring much enjoyment to a new owner.
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