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Dülmen, Rolls-Royce Phantom II -- 2024 -- 5846
Taken on 7 September 2024, 18:00
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Hood ornament “Spirit of Ecstasy” (commonly known as “Emily”) of a Rolls-Royce Phantom II in Dülmen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany The Rolls-Royce Phantom II was built by Rolls-Royce from 1929 to 1936 and was a further development of the Phantom I. It was considered the epitome of luxurious automotive engineering in the interwar period. Technically, the Phantom II had a 7.7-liter inline six-cylinder engine that was known for its smooth running and reliability. The chassis was improved, among other things, with a new frame construction and optimized suspension, which increased driving comfort and road holding. As was customary at the time, Rolls-Royce mainly supplied the chassis; the bodies were individually built by renowned coachbuilders such as Park Ward or Mulliner. This resulted in elegant limousines, Pullman models, and sporty variants such as the Continental. The Phantom II quickly became a status symbol for royalty, industrialists, and movie stars. It is one of the most sought-after pre-war classic cars and stands for technical perfection, quality craftsmanship, and timeless elegance.
