2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Monday, February 16, 2009 at 11:26 
The most luxurious car in the world is not an easy title to earn, but we think that the 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is the perfect contender. The major difference between a Rolls-Royce and a Maybach is the that the Maybach is a hotel car. Any flashy hotel has a Maybach but only a small group of connoisseurs own Rolls-Royces (exceptions apply). The 2009 Phantom is special because it has been face lifted and modified to the specs of the Drophead Coupé, with gadgetries like the led lights that look like stars on the roof. All you know have to do is shell out $400,000 and take your ladies to the nightclub around Miami Beach.
| Specifications: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE: | 6.75 liter V12 |
0-100km/h (62mph): | 5.7 seconds |
| ASPIRATION: | Natural | TOP SPEED: | 230km/h (limited) (142mph) |
| HP: |
453hp |
WEIGHT/HP: | 5.58 kg/hp |
| HP/LITER: |
67.1 hp/liter | 0-200km/h (124mph) |
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| TORQUE: | 531 ft-lb at 3500rpm |
1 KILOMETER: | - |
| WEIGHT: | 2530kg (5577lbs) | PRICE: | $ 340,000 |
Rolls-Royce Press Release
16.02.2009
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is pleased to announce details of a product update to the 2009 model year Phantom and Phantom Extended Wheelbase. Building on a successful sales year in 2008, the phased introduction of a number of subtle model year enhancements will reinforce Phantom’s position as the pinnacle product of the super luxury segment.
Harmonising the front appearance of the car with that of the Phantom Drophead Coupé and Phantom Coupé, a new streamlined front bumper has been designed and integrated with a shallower grille, finished in stainless steel.
Other new exterior features include LED door handle illumination and the fitting of 21-inch cast aluminum wheels as standard. Two further wheel options exist, both manufactured in forged alloy and available in either painted or part polished finishes.
Inside, rear passengers will benefit from a new RCA component input which provides auxiliary audio and visual connectivity to the 12-inch monitors mounted within the picnic tables. Further features include new front and rear door cappings with integrated grab handles and new bi-directional double reading lights in the C-pillar provide additional illumination. Rear climate control, volume control and electric window switches are now conveniently repositioned, housed in a wood veneer panel in the door.
Production will commence at Goodwood in the spring.