2011 Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
The second-newest Rolls Royce, the Phantom Drophead Coupe, nevertheless sticks with tradition. The teak rear deck symbolizes the kind of old-world craftsmanship that isn’t found anywhere else in today’s automotive landscape.
The aluminum engine is good for lots of power, and features a Bugatti Veyron-like Power Reserve percentage dial. The numbers are 453 horsepower at 5,350 rpm and 531 lb-ft at 3,500 rpm, returning 5.7-second 0-60 mph sprints and an artificial top speed of 149 mph.
Likewise, there are dual alternators, and both batteries are mounted under the trunk floor for better weight balance.
It allows the vertical lid to which the license plate mounts to swing down, much like a pick-up truck’s tailgate, while the horizontal lid is conventionally hinged.
The 2011 Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe’s price will jump from $443,000 to $452,000.
Exterior and Interior
The Phantom Drophead Coupe features a long bonnet, large-diameter wheels, short front and long rear overhangs, and the quintessential dynamic line descending along its flanks. For the interior it gets a restyled rear seat and a new steering wheel with a thicker rim.
The Engine
The 2011 Phantom Drophead Coupe is powered by a 6.75 liter naturally aspirated V12 engine that delivers an impressive 453 HP at 5,350 rpm and 531 lb-ft at 3,500 rpm. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission that sends the power to the rear wheels.
Competition
If you’re interested in luxury than the Rolls Royce or the Bentley models are the ones for you, but if you want something sportier then you should definitely go for the Ferrari or the Maserati.
Prices
The 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will go on sale at a price of $452,000.
The 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe convertible luxury car still holds its design inspiration from the 100EX concept retained, but new seat design, a new steering wheel with a thick edge, and get new colors for the interior and exterior of the car. The 2011 Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
