Car of the Month - March 1999 - Rolls-Royce Phantom II Barker Limousine

Main Index Books Detailed information Models Each Model ever build Highlights Coachbuilders, Special Cars... Cars of 99 Car of the Month Selection		Car of the Month - March 99 Rolls-Royce Phantom II, #178SK, 1934, Barker Limousine
		Presumably nowhere in this world there will be a chance to get a fine Rolls-Royce motor car for less money than this one - DM10 (ca. US$6, £4) will do. Even those lucky few, who did inherit a vintage Rolls-Royce following the demise of a wealthy relative, had to face a higher amount for the taxes which were due then. The Rolls-Royce Phantom II, chassis no. 178SK, had been donated by its owner to a charity in Germany LEBENSHILFE GIESSEN e.V. In 1999 this Rolls-Royce had been a main attraction in a raffle open to anyone who spent DM10 (or more) - and in November 1999 the car went to the home of its fortunate new owner.
		The Rolls-Royce Phantom II is considered by many experts as the very epitome of F. Henry Royce's work. It is the last model created under the supervision of the grand old man himself down to the most tiny detail. Sir Henry died in 1933. The Phantom II had been introduced in 1928 and did become a fine success for Rolls-Royce despite serious problems caused by the world economy having taken a severe downturn during that period. The spacious limousine body for this Rolls-Royce was built by Barker. The coachbuilder, founded in 1710, created horsedrawn carriages of exceptional quality; a few found their way into the Royal Mews. Barker enjoyed a fine reputation and their connection with Rolls-Royce already had started during the pre-Silver Ghost period. Coachwork by Barker was a combination of elegant design and perfect workmanship, simply the best money could buy. It was exactly what the noble clientele did demand. Almost without exception Rolls-Royce owners were among the well-heeled and never considered to spare either when investing in a motor car nor when maintaining it. This Rolls-Royce Phantom II, #178SK, did benefit from tender loving care during its whole lifetime - so the lucky chap who did win this car got a real gem of a Rolls-Royce.

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