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66 - 1937 Rolls-Royce Phantom III ‘Sports Limousine’ by A.
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Estimate €50,000 - €70,000
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1937 Rolls-Royce Phantom III ‘Sports Limousine’ by A. Mulliner No reserve Manufacturer: 1937 Rolls-Royce Phantom III ‘Sports Limousine’ by A. Mulliner Model: No reserve Registration document: French registration document (pending) Chassis No.: Chassis No. 3CM114 Engine No.: H18U - 7.4L aluminium V12 engine inspired by aviation - Recently recommissioned by specialist Americo - Beautifully restored to its original condition - No reserve At the dawn of the 1930s, luxury car manufacturers were competing to outdo one another in extravagance: Hispano-Suiza had developed a 12-cylinder engine, whilst Cadillac went even further with its 16-cylinder model. Rolls-Royce could not be outdone, particularly as the manufacturer benefited from valuable experience in aeronautics. It went on to design a 7,338 cm³ light-alloy V12 engine, with overhead rocker-arm valves, producing 165 ch and mated to a four-speed gearbox. A masterful car built without regard to cost, the Phantom III was fitted with the bodywork of the buyer’s choice, crafted by Mulliner, Barker, Hooper or Thrupp & Maberly. Just over 700 examples were produced between 1936 and 1939, and it was not until 1998 that a V12 engine was once again found under the bonnet of a Rolls-Royce. Chassis 3CM114, as confirmed by its factory records and various manufacturer’s documents, was sold on 10 November 1937 to the coachbuilder Arthur Mulliner, to be fitted with a five-seater ‘Sports Limousine’ body. The client, A.F. England, took delivery of the car in March 1938. This superb Phantom was rediscovered in 1989 in Wiltshire, in the possession of an enthusiast who had used it on a daily basis before storing it away for many years. Its new owner, a Phantom collector, had it undergo a major restoration, including work on the engine, bodywork, running gear and electrical system. The restoration was completed in 2002, and its owner remarked at the time that it was one of the most enjoyable Phantoms to drive that he had ever tried. The father of the current owners, a great enthusiast of fine British cars, acquired it that same year and drove it regularly. Having been off the road for several years, the car has just been brought back into running order by the specialist Americo, and we were able to confirm that the beautiful V12 is running superbly. Apart from a few chrome parts that need refinishing and a cracked window, the quality of its restoration is truly impressive, at least as much as its sporty yet distinguished appearance. A car of the highest quality. As the registration document has been lost, an application is currently being processed with the ANTS; the document will therefore be provided to the buyer as soon as possible. French title (in process) Chassis no. 3CM114 Engine no. H18U - 7.4-litre aluminium V12 engine inspired by aviation - Recently recommissioned by the specialist Americo - High-quality older restoration - No reserve   1937 Rolls-Royce Phantom III ‘Sports Limousine’ by A. Mulliner   At the start of the 1930s, luxury car manufacturers were competing to outdo one another: Hispano-Suiza had developed a 12-cylinder engine, whilst Cadillac went a step further by introducing a 16-cylinder engine. Rolls-Royce could not be left behind, particularly as the manufacturer benefited from valuable aeronautical experience. It produced a lightweight aluminium V12 engine of 7,338cc, a pushrod unit with overhead valves that developed 165 bhp and was mated to a four-speed gearbox. Often chauffeur-driven and built without regard to cost, the Phantom III could be bodied to order by Mulliner, Barker, Hooper or Thrupp & Maberly, according to the customer’s request. Just over 700 examples were produced between 1936 and 1939, and it was not until 1998 that another V12 would be found under the bonnet of a Rolls-Royce. As confirmed by its factory build sheet and various documents from the manufacturer, chassis 3CM114 was sold on 10 November 1937 and sent to the coachbuilder Arthur Mulliner to be fitted with a five-seat ‘Sports Limousine’ body. It was ordered by A.F. England, who took delivery of the car in March 1938. This magnificent Phantom was found in Wiltshire in 1989, owned by an enthusiast who had used it daily before putting it into storage for several years. Its new owner, a collector of Phantoms, undertook a major restoration of the car, including the engine, bodywork, running gear and electrical system. The restoration was completed in 2002 and its owner said at the time that it was one of the nicest Phantoms to drive that he had ever tested. The father of the car’s current female owners, a great lover of fine English motorcars, bought it that same year and ensured it was driven regularly. After being laid up for several years, the car has just been recommissioned by the specialist Americo, and we were able to see just how splendidly the lovely V12 runs. Apart from some chrome that requires attention and a cracked window, the standard of its restoration is truly admirable today, just as much as its sporty, distinguished appearance. A car of exceptional quality.   As the registration certificate has been misplaced, a request is currently being processed with the French authorities (ANTS) and the document will be provided to the buyer as soon as possible. Photos © Alexis Ruben 1937 Rolls-Royce Phantom III ‘Sports Limousine’ by A. Mulliner No reserve Manufacturer: 1937 Rolls-Royce Phantom III ‘Sports Limousine’ by A. Mulliner Model: No reserve Carte Grise: French registration certificate (in process) Chassis No.: Chassis no. 3CM114 Engine no. H18U - 7.4-litre V12 aluminium engine inspired by aviation - Recently recommissioned by the specialist Americo - High-quality older restoration - No reserve At the start of the 1930s, luxury car manufacturers were competing to outdo one another: Hispano-Suiza had developed a 12-cylinder engine, whilst Cadillac went a step further by introducing a 16-cylinder engine. Rolls-Royce could not be left behind, particularly as the manufacturer benefited from valuable aeronautical experience. It produced a lightweight aluminium V12 engine of 7,338cc, a pushrod unit with overhead valves that developed 165 bhp and was mated to a four-speed gearbox. Often chauffeur-driven and built without regard to cost, the Phantom III could be bodied to order by Mulliner, Barker, Hooper or Thrupp & Maberly, according to the customer’s request. Just over 700 examples were produced between 1936 and 1939, and it was not until 1998 that another V12 would be found under the bonnet of a Rolls-Royce. As confirmed by its factory build sheet and various documents from the manufacturer, chassis 3CM114 was sold on 10 November 1937 and sent to the coachbuilder Arthur Mulliner to be fitted with a five-seat ‘Sports Limousine’ body. It was ordered by A.F. England, who took delivery of the car in March 1938. This magnificent Phantom was found in Wiltshire in 1989, owned by an enthusiast who had used it daily before putting it into storage for several years. Its new owner, a collector of Phantoms, undertook a major restoration of the car, including the engine, bodywork, running gear and electrical system. The restoration was completed in 2002 and its owner said at the time that it was one of the nicest Phantoms to drive that he had ever tested. The father of the car’s current female owners, a great lover of fine English motorcars, bought it that same year and ensured it was driven regularly. After being laid up for several years, the car has just been recommissioned by the specialist Americo, and we were able to see just how splendidly the lovely V12 runs. Apart from some chrome that needs attention and a cracked window, the standard of its restoration is truly admirable today, just as much as its sporty, distinguished appearance. A car of exceptional quality.   As the registration certificate has been misplaced, a request is currently being processed with the French authorities (ANTS) and the document will be provided to the buyer as soon as possible. Photos © Alexis Ruben
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