Now, an example carrying the Weymann-type sports saloon coachwork by H J Mulliner is to go under the hammer at the upcoming Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia sale at Bonhams Oxford on March 5th.
“Having covered little more than 1,000 miles since its most comprehensive restoration, this lovely Phantom II is suitable for touring in the grand manner and any number of prestigious concours events,” Bonhams explains.
This 1929 Rolls-Royce 40/50hp Phantom II Weymann Sports Saloon is estimated to sell for £180,000 – 200,000.
The car is offered for sale complete with a comprehensive original tool kit and an original nickel-plated mascot. Accompanying documentation includes an old-style logbook, fully detailed Motor Historica report, sundry bills and restoration records, current MoT/tax and Swansea V5.
“Taking its unique place within motoring history, the Phantom II's few owners have been known for their taste in sporting motor cars, one of which affectionately naming the car "The Captain" in reference to it presence and authority. The Phantom II is presented in fabulous condition having received a complete restoration by Alpine Eagle, and is ready to use for high speed road trips and rallies,” Bonhams says.
Other highlights of the sale include:
• 1921 Rolls-Royce 45/50hp Silver Ghost Drophead Coupe with Dickey (£110,000 -130,000
• 1952 Bentley MkVI 4½-Litre Razor Edge Coupé by Hooper(£70,000 – 90,000
• 1962 Jaguar E-Type Series I Roadster (£60,000 – 80,000
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