Rolls-Royce Phantom Centenary: 100 years of craftsmanship

Rolls-Royce introduces the Phantom Centenary, part of the Centenary Private Collection, celebrating 100 years of the Phantom line. The special edition emphasizes the art of handcrafting with more than 40,000 hours of finishing, limited to 25 cars worldwide. The car is based on the Phantom Series II, focusing on enhancing aesthetics and rare materials.

The language of color evokes Hollywood memories

The Phantom Centenary uses a two-tone black-Arctic White paint scheme, evoking the atmosphere of Hollywood’s golden age. The clear paint is mixed with finely ground glass beads to create a sparkling effect under the light, highlighting the long and imposing body of the super luxury sedan.

The 18-carat gold Spirit of Ecstasy takes centre stage, set on a hand-crafted white enamel base with a “Phantom Centenary” badge. The specially finished engine cover with a white background and 24-carat gold-plated details continues the gold theme found throughout the exterior surfaces.

Four Rolls-Royce badges in 24-carat gold and white enamel are placed around the car. The exclusive wheels feature 25 engraved lines – a milestone representing the 25 cars in the collection.

Cabin as a mobile gallery

The interior emphasizes high-quality craftsmanship and artistry. The rear seats are upholstered in a unique printed fabric, with 160,000 stitches running along the bench, creating a rich visual surface. The front seats are upholstered in laser-engraved leather with complementary patterns, gradating from white to black.

The wood inlays continue to be a highlight: the black wood panels on the doors and folding tables are executed using a three-dimensional inlay technique, inked and inlaid with gold. The Rolls-Royce signature starlight headliner adds 440,000 stitches, inspired by the Goodwood factory.

The Gallery section on the dashboard is shaped like the pages of an open book, with 50 3D-printed aluminum panels arranged alternately. The treatment of materials and surfaces turns the cockpit into a display space, emphasizing the personalization of the collection.

Crafting Highlights and Production Limits

Category	Detail
Production quantity	25 global cars
Completion time	More than 40,000 hours
Capo symbol	Spirit of Ecstasy in 18 carat gold, white enamel base
Gold decoration	24 carat gold plated details, 4 24 carat gold RR badges with white enamel
Exterior paint	Two-tone black – Arctic White, glass beads in the paint
Rim	Exclusive design with 25 engraved lines
Star ceiling	440,000 stitches, Goodwood inspiration
Rear seat embroidery	160,000 stitches along the bench
Dashboard gallery	50 3D printed aluminum wings arranged alternately

Driving experience: focus on silence and refinement

Rolls-Royce hasn't announced any technical changes or performance specs for the Centenary. Based on the Phantom Series II, the anniversary edition prioritizes material refinement, soundproofing, and a luxurious experience over performance tweaks.

Safety and assistive technology

The company didn’t detail the driver assistance systems or safety ratings specific to the Centenary, but the core values remain craftsmanship, trim, and personalized finishes.

Price and positioning in the super luxury segment

Phantom Centenary is a super luxury sedan, limited to 25 cars. The selling price has not been announced. With the ratio of gold - enamel - wood - rare metal and a long completion time, the anniversary edition is aimed at customers who collect bespoke collections.

Conclusion: a hundred year feat, limited to 25 pieces

Pros: Meticulous craftsmanship; rare materials (18/24 carat gold, enamel, 3D wood inlay); unique paint scheme; limited to 25 cars.
Limitations: No published specifications or pricing; extremely limited production.

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