This Phantom has the distinction of having been in the Royal household, being owned previously by H.R.H. Edward, Duke of Kent. It was in his use and service up until November 1996 during which time it was kept in good order by the Rolls-Royce London Service Centre. In their hands it had received a new engine in 1989 and just prior to its being sold it had undergone extensive restoration work, including new rear springs. While in his custody, the car was in Mason's Black livery with a fawn leather and cloth interior, which included a Cartier clock on its division, naturally it carried the blue bullet lamp in the centre of its roof signifying its Royal ownership, and had provision for the Royal Standard. The car was sold at public auction in 1996, being acquired by the current owners for the same rationale as for the Phantom VI in that it was an extremely good example and hence a fine basis for future use in service. Show more.
