subject: Rolls-royce Announces An Exclusive Collection Of Bespoke Phantoms [print this page] Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is celebrating the centenary of the Spirit of Ecstasy in 2011 with an exclusive Collection of bespoke Phantom models. Called the Spirit of Ecstasy Centenary Collection, one hundred cars will be delivered to customers bearing a suite of features inspired by the famous flying lady, complemented by a variety of exclusive external colours, wood veneers and leather options. These beautiful models follow the finest customs of Rolls-Royce in their luxury, craftsmanship and attention to detail, said Torsten Mller-tvs, CEO Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. They encapsulate the essence of the Spirit of Ecstasy legend, presenting owners with a range of exclusive bespoke options available only in this centenary year.Cast in silver, each Spirit of Ecstasy model will feature a base complete with black-gold plated bezel bearing the commemorative inscription Spirit of Ecstasy Centenary 2011, a star repeated on the cover plate when the mascot is lowered. The design is finished with a set of six hallmarks, two of which have been designed specifically for Rolls-Royce. A new badge has been developed to authenticate the Collection and establish its place in Rolls-Royce history.
Located beneath the Spirit of Ecstasy, on the trunk lid as well as on front side panels, the badge reverses conventional design, with white enamel RR detail set on a black chrome background. Inside the cars, fine detailing abounds. Collection cars come with an analogue clock fitted in the fascia panel, the outer bezel of which is crafted from Britannia Silver, incorporating the unique set of six hallmarks. The backlit face presents an inner ring of silver incorporating the centenary inscription. Instrument dials complement the clock design, carrying further fine detailing. Satin spun metal dials, centered with polished RR monograms are further enriched with polished chaplets and black numerals. All are meticulously hand-crafted, examples of the attention to detail for which all Rolls-Royce hand-built models are renowned. Further affirmation of the Collections place in history comes from the lid of the centre console. Other available model of Rolls- Royce are Rolls Royce Ghost, Rolls Royce Phantom, Rolls Royce Phantom Coupe and Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe etc. This reveals a discreet, solid Britannia Silver commemorative plaque engraved with the inscription Spirit of Ecstasy One of One Hundred. Four exterior colour options are offered, all exclusive to Spirit of Ecstasy Centenary Collection cars. These start with Rhapsody Black, a black metallic incorporating a delicate gold sparkle and Maiden Blue a deep blue metallic highlighted with a silver sparkle. Ethereal White Pearl comes with a special pearlescent finish while Wildflower completes the bespoke paint offering, presenting a rich blend of red and brown colour with a fine sparkle. Each exterior colour can be ordered with a selection of sumptuous leather and interior contrast schemes while hand crafted banding of Britannia Silver will be delicately inset into the customers chosen veneer.
