Rolls-Royce Dawn Black Badge Revealed Before Goodwood FOS Debut

The Black Badge many or may not be a Dawn model with extra trim added to it. In the flesh, at the 2017 Goodwood Festival of Speed, it might be a lot more impressive. But as things stand, the promo videos promote the kind of exclusivity that we don't really see in the official photos.

The numbers aren't mind-blowing, though. This goliath of convertibles is motivated by a 6.6-liter V12 engine producing 593bhp and 620 lb-ft of torque (840 Nm), compared to 563bhp and about 20 Nm (15 lb-ft) less in the regular Dawn.

Still, the Ghost Black Badge makes 603bhp, and the Wraith is the most powerful one at 624bhp. However, the biggest problem of all is that the Continental Supersports makes 700bhp. There's also the Mercedes-Maybach S650 Cabriolet, which we think looks a little more unique.

The British engineers also went over the whole car with a fine-toothed comb looking for imperfections. So the suspension, gearbox, steering rack and throttle all responded differently. Bigger brakes have been fitted, while an adjustable exhaust system means you might enjoy the V12 soundtrack a little more often.

We hate to bring up Star Wars every time there's a white or black car, but it really seems like they targeted Lord Vader with the “the most exhaustive painting and polishing process ever used for a solid paint color."

All the trim has also been darkened, including the trademark grille. Even the Spirit of Extras hood statue is black. But oddly, they haven't gone for black wheels. The top is done in black fabric while the deck is covered in black leather, which is a real shame considering you'll be missing out on the wood. Inside, it's all dark except for some bright orange inserts on the doors and seats.