STUNNING SEDANCA

In 1935, Rolls-Royce would only supply the chassis and running gear of the car, with the body beautifully crafted by one of a variety of approved coachbuilders. This Phantom II example was bodied by H.J. Mulliner & Co Ltd of Chiswick, and is truly stunning. This Sedanca model (with a removable roof over the driver’s section), has been repainted in white from its original black and offers the kind of luxury interior you would expect of a 1930s Rolls-Royce finished in tan leather at the front and blue cloth in the rear.

It features a 7.7-litre straight-six engine that was paired directly to a four-speed manual transmission with synchromesh for 2nd through to 4th gear which was a huge technological advancement over the Phantom I predecessor. It also received a cylinder head replacement in 2015 with invoices to show the works undertaken totalling £10,953.

Inside, you can separate the rear section from the front with a glass screen which raises and lowers via an internal handle that is all in good working order. There’s plenty of room, and it also features a foldaway picnic table complete with hidden storage on both sides. The exterior is equally tidy as shown in the photography with the traditionally wire wheels adding an extra splash of style. This car, with a little work to get the monster engine running smoothly will be set and just as perfect for weddings, events and parties as it would be for a weekend picnic in the countryside or simply popping to the shops in style.

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