Rolls-Royce Phantom: The Pricey Spirit

Rolls-Royce's new Phantom is born with the right spirit. But for those who intend to seize its spirit, they have to pay first the pricey price. And how pricey is pricey? A Phantom Drophead Coupe was earlier sold for $2 million at a charity auction in Florida. Now, it holds the record of the most expensive new car ever sold in the United States. In the seven-year history of the Naples Winter Wine Festival,The 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe debuted at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) last month. The ultra-luxury saloon was the first Rolls-Royce branded car made under the ownership of BMW. It is equipped with 6.75 L, 48-valve, V12 engine based from BMW's V12. The engine is capable of producing 453 horsepower and 531 ft*lbf of torque.After the car was unveiled, it got a mixed reception. Purists did not take the modifications positively. However, modern owners interpreted the alterations in an optimistic light.

What do you do with a handsome Phantom? Critics in the industry said 90 percent of owners will be at the controls of the £250,000-worth car. Nevertheless, some aficionados asked whether the car is really worth its price. To find out, critics got behind Rolls Royce Phantom's wheel and tested it.According to the expert who test drived the Phantom, the car glides effortlessly and the steering is very light and requires the minimum of effort. "It really is uncomplicated and very relaxing, although a large blind spot means you need to take great care when changing lanes. But on these kinds of roads the longer you're at the helm, the more you want to drive the Phantom. the $2 million bid was the highest price paid. The famous auction was attended by equally famous celebrities like television and film stars. It was also graced by top vintners and chefs. The top bidder though has to wait for the delivery of the landmark vehicle.