1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom II

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Fixed-Head Coupe Coachwork: Hooper Chassis Num: 70TA Engine Num: MC-65   Henry Royce passed away in 1933, making the Rolls-Royce Phantom II the last model he ever designs. The Phantom II was introduced in September of 1929 and served as a replacement for the New Phantom, which would later become known as the Phantom I. The Phantom II brought with it improvements and styling changes throughout the vehicle, including the chassis. The 7668cc engine was about the only thing that was not changed. The cantilever springs in the Phantom I were replaced with semi-elliptic units which helped the chassis ride much lower to the ground, thus improving performance, especially through corners. The gearbox was mounted directly to the engine and had synchromesh on the top two speeds. The Phantom II adopted the central chassis lubrication system in use by the Rolls-Royce operation in Springfield, Massachusetts. For numerous reasons, the Phantom II was never put into production in North America, though a series of left-hand drive chassis were built by the Derby factory from 1931 through 1934. 116 examples were sent to the United States, three to Canada and six to Europe. In total, there were 1680 examples of the Phantom II constructed. This 1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Fixed-Head Coupe has coachwork by Hooper. Its first owner was from London, Ontario and purchased the car on December 11th of 1934. After the initial deposit was placed, the right-hand drive chassis was sent to Hooper & Company to receive its fixed-head coupe body of style no. 8321. Only 19 examples of the Phantom II were given coupe bodies and Hooper was responsible for just two of those vehicles. In the 1980s the car was given a cosmetic restoration which included new paint and new leather interior. In more recent times, the engine and mechanical components have been serviced and repaired as needed. The car has a black leather interior and a two-tone paint scheme. This Fixed-Head Coupe took part in the 2003 Rallye des Alpes, as well as several other vintage touring events. It was offered for sale at the 2007 RM Auctions held in Meadow Brook where there was no reserve on the vehicle, and estimated to sell between $220,000 - $260,000. At auction, that estimate proved to be very accurate as the car was sold for $247,500. This car is powered by a six-cylinder overhead valve engine that displaces 7668cc's and capable or producing 40-50 horsepower. It has a four-speed manual gearbox and four-wheel servo-assisted brakes. Its elegant body sits atop a long, 150-inch, wheelbase. By Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2007

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Event	Group
Vintage Motor Car Auction at Meadow Brook Hall	1932-1936