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1929' Rolls-Royce Phantom
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NégociablePublié 28 Février 2021ID: zuxEI4
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Information from the owner
Âge: 92 années
Couleur de la carrosserie: Gris
Commentaires du vendeur sur 1929' Rolls-Royce Phantom
This car is right-hand drive. Est. 120 bhp, 7,668 cc inline six-cylinder engine, four-speed manual transmission, front and rear semi-elliptical leaf spring suspension, and four-wheel power-assisted drum brakes. Wheelbase: 3,810 mm
During the Classic Era, the world’s aristocrats tended to be faithful to products of their own countries; the French owned Hispano-Suizas, the Germans owned Mercedes-Benzes, and so forth. Among European manufacturers, only Rolls-Royce enjoyed a truly international following, which speaks volumes to the renowned excellence of its engineering. It was still rare, however, for a Rolls-Royce to be delivered outside of England with British coachwork, foreign buyers still preferring to have bodies built by local carrozzeria.
Thus, it was an interesting choice that for the 1929 automobile show in Milano, a Rolls-Royce Phantom II was exhibited with coachwork by Hooper & Co., the famed London coachbuilders favoured by the Royal Family. Hooper was highly regarded both for the craftsmanship of their work and the brilliance of their designs, which were often forward thinking and more attractive than that of their competitors. Their body for chassis 189 XJ, the Milano showpiece, displays the influence of Castagna of Milano and of Hibbard & Darrin of Paris, with its wide beltline moulding. The lack of side-mounted spares frees up the lines of the front fenders, giving an appearance of length and power to the car’s front end.
Following its presentation at the show, chassis number 189 XJ was delivered new to attorney and Italian Liberal Party politician Dino Philipson at his home, Villa de Fontane, near Pistoia in the Tuscany region of Italy. The car has remained in Italy since; its first documented change of ownership is in 1960 to Mario Chiti, also of Pistoia, with the car being acquired for the Quattroruote Collection from Mr Chiti the following year. An attractive older restoration, it was refinished some years ago in two-tone grey with tan leather upholstery to the driver’s seat, which remains in good condition. The division glass is original with significant delamination. The rear compartment is lavishly appointed, with plush velvet cushions and accents of inlaid woodwork and ivory.
This car runs very well, however the engine needs some care and attention, this is the perfect car for someone looking for a nice restoration project.
The car is registered in France and has a valid French registration Certificate.
Offers above Euro 70000. VAT may apply on the final agreed price depending on the destination country
During the Classic Era, the world’s aristocrats tended to be faithful to products of their own countries; the French owned Hispano-Suizas, the Germans owned Mercedes-Benzes, and so forth. Among European manufacturers, only Rolls-Royce enjoyed a truly international following, which speaks volumes to the renowned excellence of its engineering. It was still rare, however, for a Rolls-Royce to be delivered outside of England with British coachwork, foreign buyers still preferring to have bodies built by local carrozzeria.
Thus, it was an interesting choice that for the 1929 automobile show in Milano, a Rolls-Royce Phantom II was exhibited with coachwork by Hooper & Co., the famed London coachbuilders favoured by the Royal Family. Hooper was highly regarded both for the craftsmanship of their work and the brilliance of their designs, which were often forward thinking and more attractive than that of their competitors. Their body for chassis 189 XJ, the Milano showpiece, displays the influence of Castagna of Milano and of Hibbard & Darrin of Paris, with its wide beltline moulding. The lack of side-mounted spares frees up the lines of the front fenders, giving an appearance of length and power to the car’s front end.
Following its presentation at the show, chassis number 189 XJ was delivered new to attorney and Italian Liberal Party politician Dino Philipson at his home, Villa de Fontane, near Pistoia in the Tuscany region of Italy. The car has remained in Italy since; its first documented change of ownership is in 1960 to Mario Chiti, also of Pistoia, with the car being acquired for the Quattroruote Collection from Mr Chiti the following year. An attractive older restoration, it was refinished some years ago in two-tone grey with tan leather upholstery to the driver’s seat, which remains in good condition. The division glass is original with significant delamination. The rear compartment is lavishly appointed, with plush velvet cushions and accents of inlaid woodwork and ivory.
This car runs very well, however the engine needs some care and attention, this is the perfect car for someone looking for a nice restoration project.
The car is registered in France and has a valid French registration Certificate.
Offers above Euro 70000. VAT may apply on the final agreed price depending on the destination country
