Rolls-Royce shows updated Phantom at Monterey

ROLLS-ROYCE chose the prestigious Monterey Car Week (MCW) in California for last week’s North American debut of the Phantom Series II.

It was a fitting venue given the accompanying high level of automotive “art” on display over the week of the event.

A bespoke (custom) version of the massive Phantom limousine was revealed at Rolls-Royce’s presence at ‘The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering’ showcase during MCW 2022. Rolls-Royce describes the Phantom II as; “The pinnacle of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and the Phantom Series II because it showcases the ultimate potential of the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Design Collective.”

The group of Bespoke Design Collective artisans, located at the home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, are expert at combining metal, wood, leather, and a myriad of materials into a commission that reflects the taste and personality of each Rolls-Royce customer.

Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars CEO said the car is: “Designed to be the ultimate blank canvas for Bespoke, we are excited to see how each of our American clients interprets Phantom for themselves as they create a Bespoke commission that expresses their own character, desires, and interests.”

The stunning Quail car, unveiled by Mr Müller-Ötvös, is the newest expression of the marque’s pinnacle model and offers the broadest range of Bespoke opportunities ever provided by Rolls-Royce.

The Quail car, dubbed ‘Maverick’, demonstrates the power of Bespoke design with Phantom Series II. According to Rolls Royce; “Each commission represents a distinct design reflecting an aspect of what Phantom means to its owner”.

“Many Phantom owners achieve their success through new ideas, unconventional methods, and their own relentless self-belief.

“The Maverick demonstrates how Phantom adapts to the modern age, asserting a creative, independent character,” the company says.

Jonathan Simms, Head of Bespoke at Rolls-Royce said: “Phantom’s new expression features two Bespoke elements, utilising light and extending the impact of the iconic Starlight Headliner to the exterior”.

“The Pantheon grille is now illuminated, with each metal vane specifically finished to provide a subtle glow. The headlights have 580 intricate laser-cut bezel star lights. Combined, these create a visual connection with the iconic Starlight Headliner inside and add to Phantom's nighttime presence.”

The exterior is finished in a classic Rolls-Royce two-tone colour palette with black over Monteverde green highlighting a bold, hand applied Peony Pink coach line.

The coach line set against the darker colours draws inspiration from the interior colour design. Behind each coach door, is an interior “suite” of Scivaro Grey offset by a vibrant colour pop from large swatches in Peony Pink.

The Obsydian Ayous open pore wood and Canadel panelling present a contemporary yet warm look and feel. The gallery in this special commission features a world first with a unique embroidery design finished in Scivaro Grey with a Peony Pink thread.

Maverick features a personalised tread plate which reads, ‘Pebble Beach 2022’ Special Commission.

The car is complemented with the first ever Black Badge Cullinan in Forbidden Pink and a world premier for a new finish, Ghost in Crystal over Sagano Green.

The Phantom Series II ushers in the first use of Rolls-Royce Connected system. It allows owners to send an address to the car’s navigation system via the Whispers smartphone app, which will also display the vehicle’s location, security status, and other details.

No mechanical changes have been made to the Phantom Series II, which runs a 6.75-litre, twin-turbocharged V12 engine with 420kW and 900Nm.

The Phantom Series II is an updated version of Rolls-Royce’s flagship limo, (available in short and long wheelbase) that was launched in 2017. The latest model has minor interior and exterior changes and feature s some new materials.

There is no news of Australian arrival timing and pricing for the Phantom Series II at this time.