The company’s development at the site just outside Chichester since 2003 is perfectly illustrated by these 20 exceptional examples of its world-class design, technical innovation and craftsmanship – a story of continuous progress and excellence from the original Phantom to the Coachbuilt Boat Tail.
9. 20 cars for 20 years
102EX, 2011: Known as the Phantom Experimental Electric (EE), this one-off electric prototype version of Phantom began Rolls-Royce's exploration into suitable technology to power future generations of its motor cars. The world’s first super-luxury battery electric vehicle, it toured the world gauging reactions from clients, enthusiasts, the media and the wider public. Photo: Rolls-Royce
10. 20 cars for 20 years
Ghost Extended, 2011: Responding to feedback from clients who prefer to be chauffeur-driven, Rolls-Royce introduced an Extended version of Ghost, offering additional space and comfort for rear-seat passengers while maintaining the motor car’s more focussed driving characteristics. Photo: Rolls-Royce
11. 20 cars for 20 years
Wraith, 2013: The fastback Wraith was intended as the ultimate gran turismo; a car that embodied the bold, pioneering spirit, sense of adventure and love of speed that inspired the marque's co-founder, The Hon Charles Stewart Rolls. Photo: Rolls-Royce
12. 20 cars for 20 years
Dawn, 2016: The definitive super-luxury four-seater convertible, Dawn was designed to enable four adults to travel sociably together in complete comfort. The roof is a design and engineering masterpiece: dubbed 'the Silent Ballet' the mechanism operates in complete silence in just 22 seconds, and at cruising speeds of up to 50km/h; with the roof closed, the interior is as silent as a Rolls-Royce Wraith. Photo: Rolls-Royce