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With a shorter 144 inch wheelbase, the Phantom II Continental was envisioned for a sporting customer that would be more interested in driving themselves than being chauffeured in a limosine. It built upon already outstanding Phantom II platform but offered a higher level of driving performance. Each had distinct bodywork, but the Three-Position Drophead Coupé known as the Sedanca and built by Gurney Nutting was especially highly regarded.

Continental chassis were upgraded in several ways with stiffer five-leaf springs, a shorter 12/41 (3.416) rear axle and Hartford remote-control shock absorbers. Futhermore the cabin floor was designed to be much lower than the standard model. As an added incentive, the engine was upgraded with high compression and powered the car to a 160 kph (100 mph) top speed.

Like all Phantoms, the Continental was exceptionally well equipped and ofter described as the best in the world. It had more mechanical systems than most models of area with it's automatic oiling, servo-assisted mechanical drum brakes and remote-control shock absorbers.

Of the 1400 Phantom IIs produced, only 278 were made on the Continental platform.

Chassis & Sales

1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental Three-Position Coupe - did not sell for €321,250 This extremely handsome Rolls-Royce was discovered recently in the United States having previously been the property of a Mr. Parker Snyder of Celina, Ohio where it had remained for almost 50 years prior to being purchased by the present owner and shipped back to England earlier this year. The present owner described his discovery as being extremely exciting and a good solid car which was complete and had clearly been in storage for some consi... more
Gallery: 2008 RM Automobiles of London

1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental Drop Head Coupe 117RY - sold for $528,000 A copy of the original order sheet is included with the car, along with extensive service and maintenance records from the time the car was in Ohio. Chassis 117 RY is also featured in Raymond Gentile’s definitive book on the model, The Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental, with a half-page picture on page 221, as well as on page 89 of Lawrence Dalton’s book Those Elegant Rolls-Royce. Also included with the car is the original owner’s manual, as ... more
Gallery: 2010 Gooding & Company Pebble Beach Auction

1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental Thrupp & Maberly Sports Saloon 157RY - sold for €115,224 This Phantom II Continental was given to a major museum in 1977. It has recently received a thorough freshening, both cosmetic and mechanical. The engine and drivetrain were completely recommissioned, and the car was fitted with new blackwall tyres. A fresh re-spray in black is nicely contrasted by new stainless steel wheel discs. Much of the brightwork has been newly re-plated. The grey leather interior, which appears to be completely origina... more
Gallery: 2010 Automobiles of London by RM Auctions

1932 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental Hooper Sport Saloon 114MS - sold for $192,500 Excellent Provenance Since Delivered New to India. Exquisite Coachwork Details on Desirable Continental Chassis. Exceptional Restoration by Marque Specialists. Ready for Concours and Tours. As a testament to its mechanical condition, this beautiful Rolls-Royce successfully completed the Pebble Beach Motoring Classic in 2007 and 2009, covering more than 1,500 miles on each tour. Offered here is a majestic coachbuilt Rolls-Royce with impeccab... more
Gallery: 2011 Scottsdale Auction by Gooding & Company

1930 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental Gurney Nutting Sedanca Cabriolet 40GX - sold for €153,322 The car is factory brand new, according to the records of the very serious "Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts Club" in September 1931 (although the French registration documents indicate 1930), and then sported a Sports Tourer bodyshell by Arthur Mulliner. Factory records also show that its chassis number was 40 GX, the engine, TQ 75 and it was registered JF 2027. The key number was 65V139 but they have been re-cut. There is also a note that the car was... more
Gallery: 2011 Salon Rétromobile Aucion by Artcurial

1934 Rolls-Royce PII Continental Drophead Gurney Nutting Sedanca Coupe - sold for $341,000 Discovered by Mr. Tallman in a barn in northeastern Ohio in April 1964, this car was then driven the 400 miles home to Illinois. In remarkably good condition for a barn find, it has since been given a complete refurbishment in white, with contrasting blue accent on window and belt moldings. The interior is done in blue leather with matching blue carpets. The burl walnut dash is in very good condition, and the steering wheel and dashboard lette... more
Gallery: 2011 Amelia Island Auction by RM Auctions

1932 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental Freestone & Webb Drophead Coupé 47RY - sold for €411,120 Desirable short-chassis Continental Drophead Coupé. One of only three Phantom II Continentals with Freestone & Webb Drophead Coupé coachwork. Ex-Bamford Collection. Unusual for its dickey seat, a seldom-found feature on Phantom II Continentals, 47RY was treated to an extensive restoration in the period 1990-91. Mechanical work was done by Coldwell Engineering of Sheffield, interior and exterior body craftsmanship by David Hemmingway Restora... more
Gallery: 2011 Salon Privé Auction by RM

1932 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental Tanner Boattail Tourer 100M - sold for €191,856 his particular example, 100 MS, was delivered new with Thrupp & Maberly saloon coachwork on the 16th September 1932 to Mr. W.R. Rons in Great Britain. During the 1950s, 100 MS made its way to Kenya, and during the 1970s, its then-owner commissioned Mr. Roger F. Tanner to re-body it as a boattailed touring car. In 1977, 100 MS was sold to Mr. H. Baungaard of Denmark, who in turn sold it to the current owner in 1985. Since then, 100 MS has be... more
Gallery: 2011 Salon Privé Auction by RM

1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental Hooper All-Weather Tourer 7-RY - did not sell for $500,000 Formerly the Property of Nubar Sarkis Gulbenkian. The First “RY” Series Continental. Short Chassis Purpose-Built for High-Speed Touring Use. Numerous Bespoke Details, Both Mechanical and Cosmetic. Well-Documented Provenance and Concours Pedigree. Original Chassis, Engine and Coachwork. Pictured in Raymond Gentile’s The Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental. A Significant and Highly Versatile Classic Rolls-Royce.
Gallery: 2011 Pebble Beach Auctions by Gooding & Company

1935 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental Allweather Drophead Coupe 107TA - did not sell for $625,000 Handsome, one-off drophead coupe coachwork. A very rare example; one of only two TA Series Continentals in DHC form. Beautifully presented and restored at great expense. Prominently featured in Lawrence Dalton book Those Elegant Rolls-Royces (pg. 266, 1973 edition).
Gallery: 2011 Monterey Auction by RM

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