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This Press Kit provides an overview of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ unique, immensely rich heritage, from the first meeting in May 1904 between its founders, Sir Henry Royce and The Hon. Charles Stewart Rolls, to its contemporary activities at the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood. Please note, this is not a comprehensive history of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars; instead of a strict chronology, it presents the marque’s heritage as a series of discrete eras, each defined by a significant technological shift, or a distinctive focus to the marque’s interests and products at that time. To ensure brevity and avoid duplication, this document contains links to more detailed information on specific individuals, events, products and other aspects of...

Rolls-Royce presents Spectre Bailey – an enchanting one-of-one commission inspired by the clients’ beloved pet Features lifelike marquetry, depicting Bailey’s portrait on the rear waterfall and comprising more than 180 pieces of veneer Bailey's paw print presented in marquetry on the passenger panel and Coachline motif Created for longstanding Rolls-Royce clients based in the United States Curated through Private Office New York, an invitation-only space for Bespoke commissioning “We are lifelong car enthusiasts, yes, but we are also lifelong animal lovers, and our dog Bailey is a cherished member of our family. When we started our Rolls-Royce Spectre commission, we saw the opportunity to create something beautiful which would...

First-ever Bespoke Rolls-Royce inspired by vintage video game culture Features ‘Pixel Blaster’ Starlight Headliner and ‘Laser Base’ Illuminated Fascia Interior and exterior details based on Bespoke 8-bit ‘Cheeky Alien’ motif Arcade-style artwork hand-painted on Technical Fibre interior surfaces Hidden retro gaming-inspired details turn the motor car into a game of its own “The unique privilege of working within Rolls-Royce Bespoke Design is the extraordinary breadth of ideas we’re asked to bring to life. This brief was particularly exciting. Over the course of a month, we immersed ourselves in the 8-bit aesthetic that defined late 70s and early 80s gaming – from the games themselves and archive imagery of arcade halls, to original...

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars funds two new Speed Indicator Devices for local community Initiative developed in close partnership with Westhampnett Parish Council Part of the marque’s long-term strategy to improve traffic flows and safety on local roads “At Rolls-Royce, we’re committed to being a good neighbour and having a positive impact on our local community. As the largest local employer, we inevitably have an impact on local traffic volumes, so we are especially keen to be involved in initiatives that support road safety and improved driver behaviour. We were therefore delighted to be able to support Westhampnett Parish Council by funding two new Speed Indicator Devices at key locations. The Speed Indicator Devices will make a...

Landmark Private Collection of 25 motor cars honours Phantom’s centenary The most complex and technologically ambitious Private Collection to date A century of stories: interior celebrates pivotal figures, notable clients, significant models, journeys, places and moments that defined Phantom’s first 100 years Rear seats in high-resolution printed fabric, developed with a fashion atelier, completed with 160,000 stitches Laser-etched front seats depict hand-sketched linework inspired by Phantom’s heritage Most intricate Rolls-Royce woodwork ever introduces three Rolls-Royce firsts: 3D marquetry, 3D ink layering, and 24-carat gold leafing Spirit of Ecstasy in solid gold, hallmarked and enamelled, based on 1925 casting Bespoke Gallery...

Wildlife thrives at the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood Flora and fauna flourish across the 42-acre site, nestled in the heart of the West Sussex countryside Long-term sustainability partnership with neighbouring Goodwood Estate benefits wildlife, biodiversity and the local community Western portion of Rolls-Royce site forms part of proposed Strategic Wildlife Corridor Landscaping and environmental enhancements will encompass one-third of the extension of the Home of Rolls-Royce As well as being the only place in the world where Rolls-Royce motor cars are designed and hand-built, the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood is an important refuge for a huge variety of wildlife. The site extends to 42 acres and the new site extension extends...

• Rolls-Royce reflects on 100 years of Bespoke Phantom motor cars • Examines Phantom as both a reflection of, and an influence on, contemporary culture • Traces evolution of commissions in response to social, technological, and cultural change • Underlines Phantom’s enduring ability to enhance and enable its owner’s lifestyle • The ultimate blank canvas for individualisation over eight generations “The story of Phantom’s first 100 years is uniquely human, told through the Bespoke details commissioned by generations of clients. The evolution of their requests, richly detailed here, reflects profound shifts in society, culture and technology. It also highlights Phantom’s unique capacity to capture its owner’s personal...

Rolls-Royce reveals the most intricate woodwork in the marque’s history Introduces three Rolls-Royce firsts: 3D marquetry, 3D ink layering, and 24-carat gold leafing Artisans undertook special training as part of a one-year development process Extraordinary interior reserved for an exclusive Rolls-Royce Private Collection, soon to be revealed to celebrate Phantom’s centenary “Our Bespoke Collective of designers, craftspeople and engineers are exceptional at what they do. To honour Phantom in its centenary year, they pioneered groundbreaking techniques in their mastery of wood, combining 3D ink layering, 3D marquetry and gilding within a single surface. These intricate processes push materials to the limits of their natural...

Rolls-Royce celebrates locations and moments that influenced Phantom’s evolution A 100-year odyssey, taking in Côte d’Azur, London, Sussex and the Australian Outback Highlights key individuals and landmarks in Phantom’s technical development “Phantom has always been defined by the people who commission it, and the places in which they use it. As an exemplar of excellence, Phantom has inhabited and been influenced by locations worldwide, from the glamorous Côte d’Azur to the peaceful Sussex countryside, and from the bustling heart of London to the vast wilderness of the Australian Outback. Each stage in this 100-year odyssey has shaped Phantom’s character and helped secure its place in cultural history. As we mark Phantom’s...

Rolls-Royce presents Cullinan Cosmos: a one-of-one commission inspired by space First Rolls-Royce in history to feature a fully hand-painted Starlight Headliner Starlight Headliner developed over 160 hours by an in-house Rolls-Royce artist Bespoke detailing based on a specially created Star Cluster motif Cullinan Cosmos commissioned through Private Office Dubai “We wanted to create something our family would remember forever: a Rolls-Royce that captures the essence of the cosmos and shows that no dream is out of reach.” Commissioning Client, Cullinan Cosmos “Space travel is an enduring fascination for the commissioning clients of this extraordinary one-of-one motor car. For the Bespoke Collective, this project also explored new...

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars marks 100 years of Phantom at Goodwood Revival 2025 Five magnificent examples of historic Phantoms displayed on the Aerodrome Lawn On-track appearances by four Phantom course cars throughout the event Continues a year-long centenary celebration of the marque’s pinnacle product “No motor car has played such a pivotal role in shaping automotive and cultural history as the Rolls-Royce Phantom. Over eight generations spanning 100 years – a remarkable anniversary we’re honouring throughout 2025 – it has represented the very best in engineering, comfort and personal expression for its owners, and won admirers around the world. Goodwood Revival – on the doorstep of the Home of Rolls-Royce – is the perfect setting in...

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars presents Spectre Inspired by Primavera A Bespoke series inspired by the transient beauty of springtime Includes three expressions celebrating different aspects of the season Features Blackwood interior panels, engraved with a cherry blossom motif Delicate hand-painted floral coachline motif New 23-inch wheel design, inspired by a flower in bloom “Spring is a moment of celebration in cultures around the world. It is associated with youth and romance, the return of light and warmth after the darkness of winter. Its joyous transformation is swift and fleeting, which makes it all the more precious. In Spectre Inspired by Primavera, we captured the emotions this moment brings for clients to enjoy all year round...

Rolls-Royce celebrates the enduring links between Phantom and the world of music Spanning every era of modern music, from jazz and rock to rap and R&B Embraced by artists from Marlene Dietrich to Sir Elton John, John Lennon and 50 Cent Explores Phantom as a canvas for personal expression and an icon of icons “From the Golden Age of Hollywood to the rise of hip-hop, over the last 100 years, music artists have used Phantom to project their identity and challenge convention. Their motor cars often became icons in their own right, with a lasting place in the history of modern music. This enduring connection reminds us that Rolls-Royce and the extraordinary people who are part of the marque’s story are united by one ambition: to make...

Woodcliff Lake, NJ - August 11, 2025... Of all the world’s automotive nameplates, none is more revered than that of Rolls-Royce. Since 1904, Rolls-Royce automobiles have occupied a class of their own where quality and elegance are concerned, and the Rolls-Royce name is virtually synonymous with luxury. For an automaker like BMW, a high-end marque like Rolls-Royce would constitute the perfect British bookend to the compact MINI, which it purchased as part of its 1994 acquisition of the Rover Group. As such, Rolls-Royce became an important target during the second phase of BMW’s expansion program of the 1990s. Like nearly all automotive nameplates, Rolls-Royce was founded by an inventive individual. Henry Royce built his first automobile...

Rolls-Royce celebrates Phantom’s century-long presence in the art world How Phantom was connected to leading artists, and how it became art itself Art for every Phantom: Charles Sykes and the Spirit of Ecstasy mascot “For 100 years, the Rolls-Royce Phantom has moved in the same circles as the world’s leading artists. As a symbol of self-expression, Phantom has often featured in incidents of creative significance – many of them defining moments of the last decade. As we mark Phantom’s centenary, it is the perfect time to reflect on this motor car’s endlessly intriguing legacy and the artistic personalities who played a role in shaping its story.” Chris Brownridge, Chief Executive, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Rolls-Royce has been...

Clients welcomed to the French Riviera’s most celebrated addresses from 28 July to 3 August, including La Réserve Ramatuelle and Althoff Villa Belrose Collection of Bespoke motor cars and several soirées curated for clients visiting Saint-Tropez Reflects Rolls-Royce’s strategy to remain present in the world’s most rarefied locations “Our summer programme in Saint-Tropez is a considered extension of our wider philosophy – to ensure our clients are never without the community, hospitality and access that Rolls-Royce provides, wherever they are in the world. Through this series of elegant engagements, set in some of the Riviera’s most sought-after addresses, Rolls-Royce affirms its role as both a curator of exceptional motor cars and a...

Rolls-Royce presents three Chinese Mural Art Bespoke commissions Unique details take cues from Dunhuang cave paintings dating back over 1,000 years Trio comprises Phantom Extended, Black Badge Cullinan, and Black Badge Spectre Phantom Extended features hand-painted Gallery artwork, inspired by the mural art Available through Rolls-Royce Private Office Shanghai "The mural art of the Dunhuang Mogao Caves is one of the most powerful symbols of our cultural heritage here in China. These artworks, created across dynasties, reflect the abstract ideals that have shaped our country’s civilisation. Inspired by their colours, forms and symbolism, we reimagined these themes through hand-painted elements and carefully curated Bespoke features –...

Rolls-Royce presents one-of-one Phantom Dentelle Features original design themes drawn from handmade couture lace Gallery embroidery comprises more than 160,000 stitches layered across eight techniques Intricate lace-inspired artwork extends from the Gallery to rear seat embroidery Bespoke two-tone finish with a floral coachline motif and Rose Gold Spirit of Ecstasy Commission facilitated by Rolls-Royce’s dedicated Private Office Dubai “We always say that inspiration for a motor car commission can be found anywhere, and after more than two decades, our clients constantly prove how true this is. This stunning Phantom Dentelle, commissioned through Private Office Dubai, is an homage to the exquisite handmade lace used in some of the...

#rollsroyce #rr #fashionweek Rolls-Royce joins Paris Fashion Week to celebrate creativity and personal expression Spectre and Cullinan conveyed guests to shows and afterparties Reflects the marque’s connection with fashion through colour, craft and collaboration “Paris has always fascinated me, ever since I lived there as a child. Its grand, symmetrical avenues, emotive monuments, and effortless elegance are timelessly enchanting. Paris Fashion Week is a celebration of vision, creativity and individuality – values we share deeply at Rolls-Royce. We are always proud to see our motor cars so naturally integrated into the rhythm and style of the city during this extraordinary moment in the cultural calendar.” Phil Fabre de la Grange...

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars London kicks off the Summer Season, serving a gentle presence at the Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic at The Hurlingham Club, West London Historic location in the annals of Rolls-Royce with enduring links to The Hon. Charles Stewart Rolls Part of a series of carefully selected occasions for clients and guests throughout the summer “At Rolls-Royce, we strive to offer our clients unique experiences and encounters, in pinnacle enclaves and settings that reflect their tastes, lifestyles and interests. As one of Britain’s most prestigious private members’ clubs, The Hurlingham Club is a perfect fit; its unrivalled facilities, magnificent sporting occasions and London location, which is home to many of our clients...

#rollsroyce #rr #phantom #rollsroycephantom #phantomgoldfinger #rollsroycephantomgoldfinger #goldfinger #rollsroyce100anniversary #jamesbond #bond #concorsodeleganza #villadeste Rolls-Royce celebrates 100 years of Phantom at 2025 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este Public debut of Phantom Goldfinger, a one-of-one commission honouring the 1964 James Bond film Goldfinger Landmark Private Commission includes 24-carat gold details and film references 1937 Phantom III Sedanca de Ville owned by film villain Auric Goldfinger also displayed Rolls-Royce designers exhibited eight artworks charting the evolution of Phantom Phantom V, a famous example of the nameplate, driven in the opening parade “The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este is the...