Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (07 on) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on 06 February 2008

Last Updated: 04 June 2009

As irrelevant as it is, it's impossible not to be charmed by a car like the Phantom Drophead. Based on the Phantom saloon launched in 2003, the Drophead is another bullseye for owners BMW who have perfectly captured the classic Rolls feel but in a thoroughly modern package. The production cars are staggeringly close in detail to the 100EX concept car of 2004, right down to the brushed steel bonnet and teak decking. This gargantuan convertible which is shorter than the Phantom saloon but still longer than two Smart ForTwos is surprisingly quick thanks to a powerful BMW-designed V12 but its main forte is cruising along in near silence. You'll need deep pockets to get your hands on one though. It costs more than £300,000 and even at that price there's a lengthy queue.

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If you can think of it, chances are it's on the Phantom Drophead's list of standard kit. Satellite navigation, cruise control, the electric doors and a stunning leather finish are part of the basic package and there are even a pair of umbrellas, one stored in each of the front wings. Rolls will happily accommodate the strangest of requests when it comes to trim and options but as couple of must haves, the lovely teak decking and brushed steel bonnet will set you back a further £11,000 and a reversing camera weighs in at over £2,000. Possibly not what you want to hear when you're already writing a cheque for more than £300,000.

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