10 supercars that made the Rolls-Royce brand famous
During 113 years of building and developing the brand, Rolls-Royce has launched hundreds of advanced car models in each era, luxurious in terms of technology, design and details. Below are 10 names associated with the Rolls-Royce supercar brand that cannot be ignored.
1. 1913 - “Sluggard” Ghost
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This was the first version of the Ghost from Rolls-Royce, with a body that looked exactly like a racing car. It was nicknamed “Sluggard” for some reason, because the car itself was equipped with a 7.4-liter 6-cylinder engine that allowed it to reach a top speed of 100 mph – quite impressive for a car of that era.
This model really enhanced the Ghost’s reputation for power and performance, with 35 of them being converted into open-top roadsters with completely different designs. It was Henry Royce’s (founder of Rolls-Royce) first masterpiece in the automotive field.
2. 1925 - Phantom I Barker 10EX
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The 1925 Phantom I Barker 10EX set some of the most enduring standards for the Rolls-Royce brand. With its sleek silhouette, elegant proportions, dynamic sporty styling and bold colours (cream and blue) that captured the spirit of the times, it is no wonder that the Phantom I Barker 10EX was so popular that it became one of Rolls-Royce’s most famous cars.
3. Phantom II Continental (in conjunction with Freestone & Webb)
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As people's travel needs are increasing, requiring car manufacturers to come up with models that meet both performance and durability when driving long distances, Rolls-Royce boldly launched the Phantom II Continental with the statement "Whether it's a convertible or a convertible, the Continental can defy all odds and take you down the road."
Belonging to the product line from 1929 to 1936, the Phantom II Continental is a convertible (soft top, can be opened or closed at will) built by Rolls-Royce in collaboration with Freestone & Webb - a London bus designer. The biggest mark that the car left was the bold two-wing design, opening the way for today's luxury cars.
4. Phantom III Sedanca de Ville
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The Phantom III Sedanca de Ville was first introduced in 1934, with a body designed by Park Ward. From 1936 to 1939, the car was sought after for its massive V-12 engine, a smaller predecessor to the Rolls-Royce Merlin.
The term “Sedanca de Ville” is explained in reference to the body design. The roof in front of the driver can be opened or closed, while the rear is fixed. Therefore, the driver’s seat is definitely made of leather for durability, while the rear seats are covered with fabric or trimmed with fabric for luxury. It is a symbol of sophistication in the supercars of the 30s.
5. Silver Cloud I
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Designed by John Polwhele Blatchley and built from 1955 to 1959, the Silver Cloud I featured a steel chassis, a 155-horsepower 6-cylinder engine and a 4-stroke automatic transmission. But it wasn’t the engine that made it special, it was the looks that made its mark on customers.
Cars around 1955 began to trend towards longer, longer tails, low and wide bodies. The Silver Cloud I appeared to be the perfect synthesis of the desires of the users for a sexy car of the era.
6. Silver Shadow Corniche Convertible
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The Silver Shadow Corniche Convertible has struck a great balance as it is elegant, practical and comfortable.
With the fact that people no longer wanted to be chauffeured and wanted to drive themselves, Rolls-Royce had to create a new model that was more compact but still met the criteria of a luxury car. Finally, the Silver Shadow Corniche Convertible was born in 1972 with a fun and exciting spirit, bringing joy and comfort to driving.
7. Silver Shadow
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From 1965 to 1980, the Silver Shadow was Rolls-Royce's flagship model. Designed by John Polwhele Blatchley, the car was the first model to feature a unibody, disc brakes.
The Silver Shadow comes in two-door and four-door versions, powered by a V-8 electric motor mated to a three-speed automatic transmission. Regardless of configuration, the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is unmistakably majestic.
8. Phantom VIII
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As the longest-running model in Rolls-Royce, Phantom is the most famous name, chosen by both royalty and world-famous singers. Introduced on July 27, 2017, this is the 8th version of Phantom, since its first launch in 1925.
Billed as the “most technically advanced Rolls-Royce” and “the world’s quietest motor car,” the Phantom VIII is powered by a 6.5-liter V-12 turbo engine that produces 563 horsepower. Mated to the engine is an eight-speed transmission that works in tandem with the car’s satellite-based transmission system. The overall combination allows the Phantom VIII to sprint from 0 to 100kph in 5.3 seconds and reach a top speed of 248kph.
The car is built on a completely new aluminum platform called Architecture of Luxury, which helps the car reduce 10% of its weight = The suspension system is equipped with Magic Carpet Ride self-leveling air shock absorbers to help the car glide smoothly on all terrains.
9. Dawn
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First launched in 2015, Dawn is a model designed by Giles Taylor himself with a 2-door 4-person model that is more unique than contemporary models. The car is equipped with an 8-stroke automatic transmission and a 12.6-liter V12 engine. The car also reaches an extremely fast speed from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds and can reach a maximum speed of 248 km/h.
10. Wraith
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More than just a sleek coupe, the Rolls-Royce Wraith is also the company's most powerful model to date. Introduced in 2013, the Wraith is built on the same chassis as the Ghost (2009 version) but features a 12.6-liter V12 engine, producing 624 horsepower. With an 8-speed automatic transmission, the powertrain allows the Wraith to go from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds before reaching a top speed of 248 km/h.
This car also has a star ceiling like the Phantom VII, satellite TV technology, head-up display and 360-degree camera view. And of course, the sheep wool carpets underfoot confirm the ultimate luxury of the British super luxury car.
