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 |  |  | Landaulette Chassis Num: 60RB |
| Sold for $495,000 at 2006 RM Auctions. | |||
The Rolls-Royce Company began its distinguished career in the early 1900's, focusing on quality and performance. During 1905 and 1906, forty vehicles were produced, all with four-cylinder engines producing 20 horsepower.
1906 was a big year for the young company, with Charles Stewart Rolls and Frederick Henry Royce officially registering the Rolls-Royce Limited Company. The legendary 40/50 six-cylinder Silver Ghost was introduced with much acclaim. During the same year, Rolls and Royce entered the Tourist Trophy Race, one of the most prestigious events of the time. Their powerful and durable car outran the rest of pack, beating the nearest competitor by 27 minutes. In 1907 the company further showcased their vehicles durability by participating in a 15,000 mile reliability event.
In a time when maintenance and durability were on the minds of every consumer, Rolls-Royce left their buyers with peace of mind. To add even more prestige to their vehicles, the vehicles were marketed to the most elite and well-to-do in society. By supplying their vehicles to British royalty, the Rolls-Royce Company concreted their reputation in history. The cars durability was matched by its comfort; they were outfitted with luxurious bodies by some of the top coachbuilders in the industry. The engines were powerful and provided a rather smooth and comfortable ride. The engines were engineering marvels, constructed of an aluminum alloy crankcase. Instead of chains, the timing and ignition drive were both run by gears. The parts were hand polished and constructed to a high degree of accuracy. The sturdy construction meant that conversation were possible, even while the vehicle was at top speed.
The Silver Ghost carried an ambiance that was truly appropriate for its passengers. They demanded pride and respect. Certain coachbuilders excelled at providing fashion and style, and Baker was one of the elite. The cars built by Baker were tall, allowing the gentleman to enter with top-hats on their head. This tall body also allowed its occupants to look-down upon pedestrians.
60RB
This Landaulette Silver Ghost was commissioned by Stanley Shaw Bond, the owner of Braemar Castle in Scotland. It is believed that Bond and King George V often used the Silver Ghost on hunting expeditions. Upon Bond's passing in 1943, it was purchased by Stanley Sears and placed in his Rolls-Royce collection. In 1951 it was purchased by Thompson Doxey. In 1965 it changed hands again and became the property of Julian Ball. It remained in Ball's collection until 1995 when it was acquired by Peter Vacher. It was later privately sold to its current owner.
This 1914 Rolls-Royce 40/50 HP Silver Ghost with chassis number 60RB is an open-drive Landaulette and carries coachwork by Barker. The six-cylinder 7248cc engine produces 48 horsepower which is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed manual gearbox. Two-wheel drum brakes provide the stopping power. The suspension is comprised of semi-elliptic leaf springs in the front and three-quarter elliptic leaf springs in the rear.
It is believed to be the most original Silver Ghost in existence. At the 2005 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, it was awarded the FIVA Award for the best preserved prewar car.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2007
 |  |  | Torpedo Grand Luxe Coachwork: Vanden Plas |
 |  |  | Dual Windshield Touring Car Coachwork: Cockshoot Chassis Num: 27LB |
| Sold for $572,000 at 2012 RM Auctions. | |||
 |  | Tourer Coachwork: S. P. Broughton & Co Chassis Num: 30 EB |
This Ghost, 30 EB, has been extensively toured on a regular basis and is very easy to drive. The vehicle has visited several states in the United States as well as Nova Scotia. It was the last car toured by Rolls Royce hobbyist Millar Newman.
Power comes from a 7428cc six-cylinder engine producing 48 horsepower at 1200 rpm. This engine mated up to a three-speed gearbox. The near silent running of this engine is what led to the 'ghost' moniker early in the model's production. Rolls Royce produced 8,416 Silver Ghosts over a 20-year run, each one an automotive treasure.
 |  |  | Tourer Chassis Num: 40YB Engine Num: 96P |
| Sold for $720,000 at 2007 Gooding & Company. | |||
The car remained in Europe for only a short time; in 1915 it was in Australia in the care of Mrs. Walter (Eliza) Hall. After her death, ownership changed and would continue to change for the next few years. Sometime during the mid-1930s it was owned by Melbourne bookmaker Percy Speakman, who had the body replaced with a Packard sedan body. The next owner was Salvatore Palisi who used it through the 1940s and 1950s.
In 1955 the car was sold to electrician Joseph Morton who retained it for several years. Jim Cooper purchased the car in October of 1958. While in his care, the car was treated to a restoration. A touring car body from a 1914 Mercedes, apparently built by Waring Brothers of Melbourne, was acquired and fitted to the car. It was painted deep maroon with black fenders, chassis and wheels.
In 1961 the car was driven on a supervised top-gear 850-mile, 50th Anniversary Commemorative Run to celebrate the London-to-Edinburgh achievement of 1911.
Ownership changed to the Sydney firm of F.J.Palmer's Menswear Store and was used as a promotional vehicle. George Sevenoaks was the next owner and in April of 1972, the car left Australia when it was sold to Dick Philippi of Downey, California.
Philippi restored the car and had it painted in light cream color. In 2007 it was brought to the Gooding & Company auction held in Pebble Beach, Ca where it was estimated to sell for $700,000 - $900,000. Those estimates were accurate and the lot was sold for $720,000 including buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2008
 |  | Dual Windshield Touring Car Coachwork: Cockshoot Chassis Num: 37PB Engine Num: 30M |
With a body balanced high over a silky-smooth transverse leaf spring and drivetrain powered by a huge but silent 7-liter, six-cylinder in-line block, the Silver Ghost broke world endurance and mileage records - almost 24 mph for a two-ton car. The 48 horsepower engine is coupled to a 4-speed transmission with reverse and has a top speed of 34 mph.
The 'Silver Ghost' got its name from the paint and plated fittings that cover the car's exterior.
 |  |  | Tourer Chassis Num: 35GB |
This 35GB first appears in RROC Club Directory in 1957 at which time it was owned by Michael Bonsera of Long Island, NY, until its purchase by Dr. J. E. Goodman of Massachusetts in 1967. Dr. Goodman replaced the original body with a seven passenger tourer body and participated in many road tours including the Alpine Rally.
Mr. Roger Morrison of Salina, K.S. purchased the car in 1988 and performed an extensive mechanical restoration.
The present owner purchased the car in 1996, and after several transcontinental tours, he commissioned Littin & Sons Coachbuilders to begin a total refurbishment. Restoration was completed in early 2004.
 | Tourer Coachwork: Mann Egerton & Co Chassis Num: 1EB |
Following restoration, 1EB has done 9,000 miles on three major tours, the last being the 2009 Wholly Ghost Tour of South Africa covering 3,000 miles and running flawlessly. 1EB is scheduled to do the 2010/2011 tour in New Zealand.
 |  |  | Tourer Coachwork: Hemmings Chassis Num: 35 PB Engine Num: 29N |
It is fitted with a Landaulette body by H.J. Mulliner and delivered new to Capt. & Mrs. Robert Glen in Glasgow, Scotland. Years later, it was sent to New York where its old body was removed and it was fitted with a rumble seat Coupe' by Locke & Company.
The car underwent a complete chassis restoration and was re-bodied with a replica touring body by noted British engineer David Hemmings over a 4.5-year period. Note the unique jump seats and brandy decanters with monogrammed glasses.
The car has completed a tour from England to the South of France to the summer house of Sir Henry Royce, and back to England, a distance of 1,500 miles. The car also completed 1,200 mile tour of Northern England and the Scottish Borders, in the United Kingdom.
Chassis number 35PB sailed the high seas from the United Kingdom to rejoin the Sierra Collection in September of 2005.
In 2009, this 40/50 HP Silver Ghost Tourer was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. It was estimated to sell for $600,000 - $750,000. As the gavel came down for the third and final time, the lot had failed to find a bidder willing to satisfy its reserve. The lot was left unsold.
 |  |  | Tourer Chassis Num: 38MA |
 |  |  | Tourer Coachwork: Connaught Chassis Num: 20UB Engine Num: 21K |
The Silver Ghost earned its reputation for durability, economy and reliability very early in the crucible of competition, particularly in long-distance trials like the London-to-Edinburgh, the Alpine Trial and the International Touring Car event which the Rolls invariably won. It even racked up a first-place finish in the 1913 Spanish Grand Prix in the hands of their Spanish agent, Don Carlos de Salamanca, while their exemplary desert service in WWI as light armored vehicles and staff cars added more luster to the badge.
All this hard-won fame was a direct result of that brilliant perfectionist, Sir Frederick Henry Royce, and his relentless quest for mechanical excellent in the cars bearing his and the Honorable Charles Stewart Rolls' names. That Royce met and exceeded his goal wîth the Silver Ghost has brought credit to his cars, their owners and the company for 100 years.
The 1914 Rolls-Royce1914 was a banner year for Rolls-Royce sales wîth orders for more than 500 cars coming from all corners of the British Empire as well as the Únited States, where the Silver Ghost was being seen more and more in the 'right' social circles.
Standard lighting on the 1914 cars were still by acetylene headlamps, but complete electric lighting was available as an optional extra. These cars also carried stunning improvements incorporated into earlier Ghosts such as internal expanding foot brake, 4-speed gearbox and cantilever rear springs.
Coachwork was a matter of individual choice as Rolls-Royce produced only the chassis on which the bodies were erected by such respected firms as Barker, Hooper and Mulliner. These ranged from the stiffly and elaborately formal to the sleek and sporty, depending on the owner's taste and predilections.
This CarBuilt on the 'Colonial' chassis and originally delivered to Colonel J.B. Fraser of Ottawa, this car was dispatched on June 17, 1914, carrying a tourer body by Connaught Coachworks. In 1922, Col. Fraser sent the car to Locke and Company where it was rebodied as a sedan. (concept carz) From then until 1938 it remained in the possession but was sparsely used. It was then sold to its second owner in 1938 who used it only in parades. He sold it in 1959 to a third Canadian owner who drove it less than 200 miles in 27 years.
Well-known pioneer vintage car dealer B. Paul Moser of Santa Barbara, Calif., bought 20ÚB in 1987. It was subsequently sold in his estate auction in 1993. The new owner was the well-known British politician, car and art collector, both vivant and author, the Honorable Alan Clark of Saltwood Castle in Kent. After Clark's death, it was bought by a prominent English vintage car specialist who sold it to the present owner.
The car was sent to S&S Restorations in England where a full restoration was performed. The second body was removed and Penny Coachbuilder of Chipping Norton replicated a beautiful tourer body in the style of Barker. Protectus of Selby completely trimmed the car, including top, upholstery, side curtains and tonneau cover in correct 1914 style and materials, while Coldwell Engineering of Sheffield rebuilt the engine and performed thorough road testing. The engine, which had covered very low mileage from new, was restored to original factory specifications including the use of cast-iron pistons and matte black paint for the engine blocks.
A casual inspection will convey that this is a stunning Edwardian-era motor car of the top rank. Closer inspection will show that the details have been ardently and authentically executed. It carries full Rolls-Royce instrumentation including a rare and desirable Elliott Quadruple speedometer combination, temperature gauge and gradient meter.A correct bulb and electric Klaxon are shown along wîth a period folding rear windscreen in correct nickel plate. At the rear is a pair of matched Louis Vuitton touring trunks while side-mounted spare tires occupy the front fenders. Correct non-demountable wire wheels are supplied all around the car and toolboxes are installed under both running boards.
For the ease of driving on today's roads, a supplemental fuel tank has been subtly installed under the tonneau floor and the engine has been equipped wîth a modern electric starter. There is also a signal light system integrated wîth the original side-lamps and tail lamps and, for extra safety, quartz brake lights have been blended into the bottom of the trunk rack.
This splendid motorcar is highly desirable on several levels. It is eligible for brass-and-gas tours and Horseless Carriage Club tours where its superior performance would make participation a special experience.It was shown at the 2006 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance where it was awarded a Second in Class in the Rolls-Royce Prewar Category. The 1938 Rolls-Royce Phantom III All Weather car wîth coachwork by H.J. Mulliner took top honors.Source - Gooding & Company
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By the time Henry Class Frick purchased this car in 1914, his chief residence was in New York. Helen Clay Frick maintained and used the car after her father's death in 1919. The British Rolls-Royce automobile resulted from a partnership between Henry Royce, a manufacturer of electric cranes in Manchester, and the Honorable C.S. Rolls, a pioneer motorist who sold French Panhard cars in London. The first cars appeared for the 1904 season, but the new company's fortunes were sealed by the introduction of the renowned 6-cylinder Silver Ghost in 1906. The car's reputation was quickly assured in 1907 after 15,000 mile trial sanctioned by the Royal Automobile Club, from which the Silver Ghost emerged wîth flying colors. Últimately, 6,173 units were produced from 1906 to 1925, first in Manchester, and, after 1908, in Derby.Wealthy, status-conscious motorist all over the world purchased the Silver Ghost. This particular car was returned to the factory and retro-fitted wîth 4-wheel brakes sometime after 1924 when this feature was first offered on Rolls-Royce cars.Source - Frick Car Museum
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 |  |  | Alpine Eagle Torpedo Coachwork: Portholme |
In 1906 a new model, the 40/50 horsepower, was developed wîth a longer chassis and a six-cylinder engine. The popularity of the new Rolls-Royce grew quickly as it developed a reputation for smoothness, silence, flexibility and, above all, reliability. In 1907 a writer from the 'Autocar' described riding in the Rolls-Royce 40/50 hp as '....the feeling of being wafted through the countryside.' Engineers at Rolls-Royce coined the word 'waftability' to encapsulate that sensation. Today it is a word that cannot be found in any direction but it is a key design and engineering criterion.
The twelfth 40/50 produced had all its fittings silver-plated and the coachwork painted in aluminum paint. This car became known as the Silver Ghost and is probably the most famous car in the world. The name was later adopted for all the 40/50 hp car and had an immediate international impact, enhanced by the coachbuilders of the day, who could produce bodies of breathtaking beauty. The Silver Ghost was, quite simply, in a class of its own.
The motor car's versatility is legendary. It overwhelmingly won every reliability trial and distance record, dominated the great Alpine Trial of 1913 and won the Spanish Grand Prix of that year.
In May 1907, Claude Johnson drove the car to Scotland and back. This run was a precursor to the Scottish Reliability Trial for which the motor car was later awarded a gold model by the RAC.
The original idea was to drive 10,000 miles without stopping the engine, but the Silver Ghost proved so reliable that the target was raised to 15,000 miles. Despite a stall at 629 miles, when rough roads shook the petrol switch to the off position, the Silver Ghost ran faultlessly for 40 days and nights.
A further challenge was designed by Napier for Rolls-Royce to compete against them in a run from London to Edinburgh followed by high-speed runs at Brooklands. But the challenge was to complete the distance without changing gear, as opposed to how far you could travel. The car, driven by Ernest Hives, averaged 24.3 mpg between London and Edinburgh and attained a speed of 78.2 mph at Brooklands.
As an armored car in the First World War The Silver Ghost delivered exemplary service to the extent that Colonel T.E Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) is quoted as saying, 'A Rolls in the desert is above rubies'.
In more elegant guise the Silver Ghost was the choice of the rich and famous across the globe. Kings, queens, maharajas, tsars and emperors owned them. The demand for the Silver Ghost was so high that manufacture was started in the Únited States in 1921 and continued in production wîth worldwide success until 1925.Source - Rolls-Rocye Motor Cars Limited
The twelfth 40/50 produced had all its fittings silver-plated and the coachwork painted in aluminum paint. This car became known as the Silver Ghost and is probably the most famous car in the world. The name was later adopted for all the 40/50 hp car and had an immediate international impact, enhanced by the coachbuilders of the day, who could produce bodies of breathtaking beauty. The Silver Ghost was, quite simply, in a class of its own.
The motor car's versatility is legendary. It overwhelmingly won every reliability trial and distance record, dominated the great Alpine Trial of 1913 and won the Spanish Grand Prix of that year.
In May 1907, Claude Johnson drove the car to Scotland and back. This run was a precursor to the Scottish Reliability Trial for which the motor car was later awarded a gold model by the RAC.The original idea was to drive 10,000 miles without stopping the engine, but the Silver Ghost proved so reliable that the target was raised to 15,000 miles. Despite a stall at 629 miles, when rough roads shook the petrol switch to the off position, the Silver Ghost ran faultlessly for 40 days and nights.
A further challenge was designed by Napier for Rolls-Royce to compete against them in a run from London to Edinburgh followed by high-speed runs at Brooklands. But the challenge was to complete the distance without changing gear, as opposed to how far you could travel. The car, driven by Ernest Hives, averaged 24.3 mpg between London and Edinburgh and attained a speed of 78.2 mph at Brooklands.
As an armored car in the First World War The Silver Ghost delivered exemplary service to the extent that Colonel T.E Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) is quoted as saying, 'A Rolls in the desert is above rubies'.In more elegant guise the Silver Ghost was the choice of the rich and famous across the globe. Kings, queens, maharajas, tsars and emperors owned them. The demand for the Silver Ghost was so high that manufacture was started in the Únited States in 1921 and continued in production wîth worldwide success until 1925.Source - Rolls-Rocye Motor Cars Limited
The Rolls-Royce vehicles have always been the pinnacle of design, technology, and ambiance. The loudest noise that could be heard by occupants of their vehicles was said to be the clock. In 1904 engineer Frederick Henry Royce joined with the entrepreneur and businessman, the Honorable Charles Stewart Rolls. This union became known as the Rolls-Royce Company.
The Silver Ghost became available in 1906 and brought with it quality and technology to a level that had never been seen before on a motor vehicle. Most engines of the time had long and flexible crankshafts that were prone to vibration and noise. The Rolls-Royce engines had large bearings and pressurized oiling systems, secured by seven main bearings. This was then enclosed in a strong aluminum alloy crankcase eliminating much noise and creating a pleasurable driving experience for the occupants of the vehicle. The crankshaft had an accuracy of .00025 on its bearing surface. They were hand polished to remove any surface cracks left by the grinder. Instead of using noisy chains to drive the ignition, Royce used gears. Phosphor bronze and nickel steel were used in the construction of the timing gears which were then ground and polished by hand. The engine was further shortened by casting in triplets. Cooling problems and leaks were eliminated by the removable cylinder blocks and fixed heads. A Royce designed twin jet carburetor gave the engine all the breathing it required.
The Rolls Royce vehicles could accelerate from zero to top speed without shifting. Shifting during the early 1900's was a chore, with the lower gears never being smooth. It was not until top gear was achieved that the automobiles would operate properly. The Rolls-Royce Ghosts would accelerate as though they were being pulled. This feature, coupled with the vehicles silent operation amplified the vehicles prestige and was the ultimate driving experience of its day.
When first introduced, the Ghosts were given a four-speed gearbox with a direct drive third and an overdrive fourth. As time passed, the overdrive was dropped. The chassis was mostly conventional. Royce had fine-tuned the chassis to standards much higher than most marque's of the day. The body was held in place by a live rear axle carried in three quarter elliptical springs. In the front there was a solid axle supported by semi-elliptic leaf springs. Braking was by a food pedal connected to a transmission brake. A hand brake operated twin rear drums.
Where Royce excelled in engineering, Rolls excelled in promoting and marketing. In 1906 a Ghost was entered in the Tourist Trophy Race, one of the most prestigious races of the time. The Ghost emerged victorious - well, much more than that. It had beaten the next nearest competitor by 27 minutes. Next, Rolls and Royce entered a Ghost in a 15,000 mile reliability run in 1907 which it did without incident. Upon its return to the Rolls-Royce shop, it took a small amount of money, about two-pounds or roughly ten-dollars by today's exchange rates, to restore the vehicle back to new condition.
The Silver Ghosts were entered in the Austrian Alpine Trials where the hoods were sealed shut to prevent any maintenance. The Silver Ghosts again dominated the competition and traversed the Alpine passes which were impassable for many motor cars.
This marketing worked and soon the Rolls-Royce vehicles became legendary and renowned for their durability, reliability, and style. To improve upon the prestige even further, Rolls supplied the Silver Ghosts to British royalty, a move that made sure the vehicles were seen in the right places by the right people.
The first Rolls-Royce distributor in the United States was Walter Martin of New York City, who was also a Cadillac distributor. As Cadillac continued to improve the ambiance of their vehicles, Martin naturally gave them more attention as the logistics of company location was in their favor. Rolls-Royce, on the other hand, was an ocean apart.
Over the early years of Rolls-Royce production, Brewster would become more effective in bringing Rolls-Royce chassis to America than Martin. Brewster imported several dozen chassis to supply its coachwork clients.
In 1913, the business manager for Rolls-Royce, Claude Johnson, formed a factory depot in New York and rented space from Brewster. Baker's US agent, Robert W. Schuette was appointed as Rolls-Royce distributor. At the time, Schuette also represented Fleetwood, Holbrook, Brewster, and Quinby. Around 100 Rolls-Royce's were imported over the next two years by Schuette, with around half of them bodied by Brewster.
As the First World War began to escalate, the production of Rolls-Royce automobiles slowed considerably. The factory's attention was turned to cars for military clients. Engines were produced for aircraft. By 1916, there were no more new Rolls-Royces available. Schuette and Brewster were still able to satisfy US demand for Rolls-Royce's by buying up existing chassis, renovating, and then fitting them with new coachwork.
By Daniel Vaughan | May 2008
For more information and related vehicles, click hereThe Silver Ghost became available in 1906 and brought with it quality and technology to a level that had never been seen before on a motor vehicle. Most engines of the time had long and flexible crankshafts that were prone to vibration and noise. The Rolls-Royce engines had large bearings and pressurized oiling systems, secured by seven main bearings. This was then enclosed in a strong aluminum alloy crankcase eliminating much noise and creating a pleasurable driving experience for the occupants of the vehicle. The crankshaft had an accuracy of .00025 on its bearing surface. They were hand polished to remove any surface cracks left by the grinder. Instead of using noisy chains to drive the ignition, Royce used gears. Phosphor bronze and nickel steel were used in the construction of the timing gears which were then ground and polished by hand. The engine was further shortened by casting in triplets. Cooling problems and leaks were eliminated by the removable cylinder blocks and fixed heads. A Royce designed twin jet carburetor gave the engine all the breathing it required.
The Rolls Royce vehicles could accelerate from zero to top speed without shifting. Shifting during the early 1900's was a chore, with the lower gears never being smooth. It was not until top gear was achieved that the automobiles would operate properly. The Rolls-Royce Ghosts would accelerate as though they were being pulled. This feature, coupled with the vehicles silent operation amplified the vehicles prestige and was the ultimate driving experience of its day.
When first introduced, the Ghosts were given a four-speed gearbox with a direct drive third and an overdrive fourth. As time passed, the overdrive was dropped. The chassis was mostly conventional. Royce had fine-tuned the chassis to standards much higher than most marque's of the day. The body was held in place by a live rear axle carried in three quarter elliptical springs. In the front there was a solid axle supported by semi-elliptic leaf springs. Braking was by a food pedal connected to a transmission brake. A hand brake operated twin rear drums.
Where Royce excelled in engineering, Rolls excelled in promoting and marketing. In 1906 a Ghost was entered in the Tourist Trophy Race, one of the most prestigious races of the time. The Ghost emerged victorious - well, much more than that. It had beaten the next nearest competitor by 27 minutes. Next, Rolls and Royce entered a Ghost in a 15,000 mile reliability run in 1907 which it did without incident. Upon its return to the Rolls-Royce shop, it took a small amount of money, about two-pounds or roughly ten-dollars by today's exchange rates, to restore the vehicle back to new condition.
The Silver Ghosts were entered in the Austrian Alpine Trials where the hoods were sealed shut to prevent any maintenance. The Silver Ghosts again dominated the competition and traversed the Alpine passes which were impassable for many motor cars.
This marketing worked and soon the Rolls-Royce vehicles became legendary and renowned for their durability, reliability, and style. To improve upon the prestige even further, Rolls supplied the Silver Ghosts to British royalty, a move that made sure the vehicles were seen in the right places by the right people.
The first Rolls-Royce distributor in the United States was Walter Martin of New York City, who was also a Cadillac distributor. As Cadillac continued to improve the ambiance of their vehicles, Martin naturally gave them more attention as the logistics of company location was in their favor. Rolls-Royce, on the other hand, was an ocean apart.
Over the early years of Rolls-Royce production, Brewster would become more effective in bringing Rolls-Royce chassis to America than Martin. Brewster imported several dozen chassis to supply its coachwork clients.
In 1913, the business manager for Rolls-Royce, Claude Johnson, formed a factory depot in New York and rented space from Brewster. Baker's US agent, Robert W. Schuette was appointed as Rolls-Royce distributor. At the time, Schuette also represented Fleetwood, Holbrook, Brewster, and Quinby. Around 100 Rolls-Royce's were imported over the next two years by Schuette, with around half of them bodied by Brewster.
As the First World War began to escalate, the production of Rolls-Royce automobiles slowed considerably. The factory's attention was turned to cars for military clients. Engines were produced for aircraft. By 1916, there were no more new Rolls-Royces available. Schuette and Brewster were still able to satisfy US demand for Rolls-Royce's by buying up existing chassis, renovating, and then fitting them with new coachwork.
By Daniel Vaughan | May 2008
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