2006 ROLLS-ROYCE Phantom Drophead Coupe 6.75 V12 6AT (460 HP)

Vehicle Overview

Rolls-Royce unveiled the Phantom Drophead Coupe at the 2007 North American International Motor Show, introducing a new model in its lineup.

Rolls-Royce is unlike any other carmaker on Earth, and that’s why it chose to name its convertibles differently. While the rest of the brands used the term “convertibles,” the exclusive British manufacturer used the word “drophead.” The new model took some inspiration from the 2004 100EX concept car, and it was an authentic open-top grand tourer, built not for speed but relaxed driving.

The car’s design showed a massive front fascia, a long hood, plus short front and long rear overhangs. Even though the unusual-looking headlights were not everybody’s cup of tea, they served the purpose of lighting the road and creating a unique appearance for this real estate on wheels. There were no pillars with the roof down between the A-pillars and the end of the car, although a retractable B-pillar was in place when the side rear windows were raised. At the back, the chromed surroundings of the taillights emphasized the car’s width.

The interior was as luxurious as it could be. Rolls-Royce installed raised bucket seats at the front designed for comfort. Due to that, they were very thick, which led to smaller legroom for the rear passengers. But no detail was left aside, and the luxurious Connely leather upholstery was found on every interior panel, not only on the seats and the bench. It was assorted with the fine wood grain and the brushed aluminum from the dash and door cards. The three-spoke steering wheel resembled the Spirit of Ecstacy statue viewed from the front.

Under the hood, Rolls-Royce installed the same 6.75-liter BMW-sourced naturally aspirated powerplant mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox.