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Auto Blog
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
7 People Can Ride In This $1.3M Electric Rolls-Royce
The look and feel of the original Phantom V has been expertly preserved If you are one of the very few people on the planet who's in need of an electric Rolls-Royce that can seat up to seven people, you'll have to go the restomod route. So far, the only production Rolls-Royce EV is the Spectre coupe. Fortunately, British company Lunaz – which specializes in electric restomods of classic luxury cars – has come up with the ultimate Rolls EV. This Phantom V has all the grace and majesty of the original model produced from the late 1950s, but now runs on silent electric power alone. 0:05 / 0:09 Audi A5 replaces A4: So, what's changed? Watch More Trading A V8 For Electric Power Source: Rolls-Royce Phantom V restomod The original Phantom V was equipped with a 6.2-liter V8 engine and four-speed automatic transmission, being based on the Silver Cloud II of the period. Lunaz has not gone into any detail about how much power the electric powertrain produces, beyond saying that it uses an 80-kWh battery pack. We don't expect it to be shockingly quick by modern EV standards, as this is surely the kind of car that is most rewarding when driven gently. In the process of converting this Rolls to an EV, Lunaz replaced or re-engineered over 11,000 components over a period of 5,500 hours. As with the powertrain specs, we also don't know how long this Rolls will take to charge, but it's safe to assume that the buyer of this car has the wherewithal to install a home charger, so this car may never need to experience the indignity of charging alongside someone's old Nissan Leaf. Modern Tech Concealed Behind Classic Design You'd never know by looking at it, but the gorgeous interior of this electric Phantom V is equipped with wireless charging, Apple CarPlay, and an integrated navigation system. Fortunately, these features have been smartly concealed, preserving the charm of the original's interior. Instead of chintzy displays and lighting, this Rolls retains generous wood finishes, fine leather, analog gauges, and physical switches and knobs. The dainty steering wheel with its ultra-thin rim and long diameter could only have come from a car originally conceptualized over half a century ago. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. Heated and ventilated seats make their way into the cabin, and Lunaz will also equip custom storage spaces lines in a mix of suede and polished walnut. A hand-crafted whiskey bar has been incorporated inside, contrasting with modern amenities like USB charging points. But perhaps the most unique aspect of the plush interior is the seating arrangement. This sedan can seat up to seven people: Two in front and five at the back. A jump seat in the rear increases the seating capacity. Handsome, Timeless Exterior Gives Away Nothing Unless it's plugged into a charging port, there's almost no way to distinguish this restomod from the original Phantom V, and that's a good thing. Lunaz could easily have made the car more practical by, for example, moving the fender-mounted mirrors to the doors or replacing the old-school lights with blazing LEDs, but such choices would have diminished the original design's appeal. According to Top Gear, this stunning restomod has a value of over £1,000,000, which works out to about $1.37 million at current rates. 'We're proud to deliver this truly one-of-one electric Rolls-Royce Phantom by Lunaz to Adar Poonawalla, a visionary whose commitment to innovation aligns perfectly with our own. This commission represents the very pinnacle of modern luxury,' said Lunaz founder David Lorenz. About the Author Karl Furlong View Profile
Miami Herald
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
7 People Can Ride In This $1.3M Electric Rolls-Royce
If you are one of the very few people on the planet who's in need of an electric Rolls-Royce that can seat up to seven people, you'll have to go the restomod route. So far, the only production Rolls-Royce EV is the Spectre coupe. Fortunately, British company Lunaz - which specializes in electric restomods of classic luxury cars - has come up with the ultimate Rolls EV. This Phantom V has all the grace and majesty of the original model produced from the late 1950s, but now runs on silent electric power alone. The original Phantom V was equipped with a 6.2-liter V8 engine and four-speed automatic transmission, being based on the Silver Cloud II of the period. Lunaz has not gone into any detail about how much power the electric powertrain produces, beyond saying that it uses an 80-kWh battery pack. We don't expect it to be shockingly quick by modern EV standards, as this is surely the kind of car that is most rewarding when driven gently. In the process of converting this Rolls to an EV, Lunaz replaced or re-engineered over 11,000 components over a period of 5,500 hours. As with the powertrain specs, we also don't know how long this Rolls will take to charge, but it's safe to assume that the buyer of this car has the wherewithal to install a home charger, so this car may never need to experience the indignity of charging alongside someone's old Nissan Leaf. But what about Alfa Romeo? Ficili, also the head of Alfa Romeo, has confirmed that Stellantis will review its strategy, too. He didn't share further details about this, as it seems like the automaker is focusing on Maserati first. We should know more by the end of the month. Alfa Romeo is currently struggling, not only with sales but also with the development of its upcoming products. Specifically, the next-generation Stelvio, Alfa's best-selling model, is in doubt since the company backpedaled from its full-electric lineup strategy, now heading to a hybrid path. However, a new post today suggests something new will be revealed next week: Of note, 15% of Alfa Romeo's sales are from America, the world's second-biggest automotive market. Again, tariffs will play a significant role in both automakers' business plans, for which Stellantis hired the consulting firm McKinsey.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Rolls-Royce Phantom VI: The End of an Era in Luxury Coachbuilding
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector The Rolls-Royce Phantom VI, produced from 1968 to 1993, stands as the last of the marque's models to feature the iconic coachbuilt bodywork that defined much of its history. As Rolls-Royce celebrates its 120th anniversary, the Phantom VI remains a symbol of the brand's craftsmanship and its final step before the company moved away from this traditional practice. Launched in the late 1960s, the Phantom VI was a refined evolution of its predecessor, the Phantom V, which itself was built on the foundation of Rolls-Royce's longstanding practice of delivering rolling chassis to independent coachbuilders. By the time production of the Phantom VI began, however, the practice had significantly diminished. Rolls-Royce had acquired key coachbuilders H. J. Mulliner and Park Ward to create its in-house operation, H. J. Mulliner Park Ward, which was responsible for nearly every Phantom VI body. The 1980s marked the peak of Phantom VI production, with just 374 units built during its 23-year lifespan. The car's combination of luxury and innovation attracted high-profile clients, including British royalty, with bespoke commissions such as the 'Lady Norfolk' Landaulette, which remains part of the Royal fleet today. A key feature of the Phantom VI was its durability and safety enhancements, including a high-pressure hydraulic braking system and crash-tested safety measures that led to the prototype's enduring legacy. Although it was a time of transition, the Phantom VI's coachwork represented the pinnacle of traditional craftsmanship, offering both Sedanca de Ville and Landaulette versions. Its production marked the end of an era, as Rolls-Royce pivoted toward a new era of design, which would not see the revival of coachbuilding until the release of the 'Sweptail' in 2017. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
