Rolls-Royce is behind some of the most luxurious cars, with craftsmanship and quality that remains unmatched. They aren't necessarily the best handling cars, but there are few as exquisitely finished, as luxurious, or as impressively refined on the road
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Charles Rolls and Henry Royce founded Rolls-Royce Ltd in 1906. Royce was an engineer while Rolls, a businessman in the motoring trade, brought in the funding to establish the iconic brand. The Rolls-Royce 10 H.P. was the first car built and sold with the Rolls-Royce name. Fast-forward a couple of years and Rolls-Royce debuted the Silver Ghost in 1907, thanks to Claude Johnson, Commercial Managing Director, also described as the hyphen in Rolls-Royce.
Dubbed ‘The Best Car in the World' after travelling from London to Glasgow 27 times, covering many miles - the iconic motor car established the British brand and laid the foundation for the Phantom models that followed. Meanwhile, the Phantom III was the first Rolls-Royce to feature a big V12 engine. By 1931, the company acquired Bentley, and until 2002, Bentley and Rolls-Royce cars were often identical. In 1998, Rolls-Royce was sold to BMW by Vickers while Bentley went to Volkswagen as a part of a deal.
Some of the modern Rolls-Royce models from the BMW era are Phantom, Ghost, Cullinan, Wraith, Dawn, and Spectre. Based in Goodwood, England, Rolls-Royce motor cars are bespoke, timeless, and engineered to be the best luxury car in the world.
Rolls-Royce vehicles come standard with the most advanced safety and driver-assistance features. Some of these include automated emergency braking, lane departure warning with lane-keeping assist, etc. Rolls-Royce also incorporates technology like night vision with pedestrian and wildlife detection, and various other technologically advanced safety features.
Fuel efficiency is not really the strength of a Rolls-Royce as they feature big engines that deliver refined performance. The new Phantom, Ghost and Cullinan models are expected to deliver between 12 and 20 mpg, depending on engine configuration and model. Meanwhile, the all-electric Spectre is good for 329 miles on one full charge (WLTP).
Prices for a brand-new Rolls-Royce generally range from £260,00 to £450,000. However, in the preowned space, prices start from as low as…. wait for it - £19,000 for a Silver Spirit from the 1990’s! Yes, a Rolls-Royce for Nissan Qashqai money is an interesting proposition, but expect nothing less than the maintenance of a £200,000 car. Meanwhile a used Rolls-Royce Phantom with the V12 engine can be bought for around £100,000. Same goes for the baby Ghost, one of the most popular Rolls-Royce models.
Rolls-Royce does not offer any hybrid cars at the moment as the brand is focusing more on all-electric cars. Rolls-Royce’s first electric model, the Spectre was launched in 2023.
Reliability reports suggest used Rolls-Royce models tend to require more care and upkeep, making them more expensive to run. Pre-BMW era models tend to also be on the unreliable side with multiple issues, expensive repairs and limited availability of support and parts. Modern Rolls-Royce models from 2003 tend to be more affordable, but still repairs are parts will never come cheap as it is a bespoke brand.
When buying a used Rolls-Royce vehicle, it is crucial to conduct sound research on the model you wish to buy. As Rolls-Royce is a bespoke luxury brand, parts and repairs will be expensive than a regular brand. If possible, have a trusted mechanic, preferably one familiar with British luxury cars, conduct a thorough inspection of the vehicle. They can identify issues that might not be evident from a normal inspection. We also have experts at AA Vehicle Inspection who will look after everything and help you inspect a used Rolls-Royce car in short notice.
Yes, you could get a detailed inspection of a used Rolls-Royce car using AA Vehicle Inspection. We offer two levels of inspection. You can choose between a 155-point check Basic Inspection or a detailed 206-point Comprehensive Inspection that would be ideal for older Rolls-Royce models, up to 15 years of age. The inspections are conducted by AA experts, and you will receive a detailed report within 24 hours of the inspection with our findings.
Lease options for Rolls-Royce are limited as it is a luxury brand with huge price tags. To browse cars available for lease, head to AA leasing website!
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