1930 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Hooper Sedanca deVille
Chassis Number: 142GN
In 1929, Rolls-Royce introduced the Phantom II. Considerable
expense went into the development of the Phantom II particularly in
the chassis, which was a long departure from the chassis used on
Phantom I. The drivetrain of the Phantom I was reengineered
extensively as well, the 7.7 liter OHV inline 6-cylinder engine
receiving a new Crossflow cylinder head to create more power and,
more importantly, smoother power delivery. Unlike the Phantom I,
however, the Phantom II used a transmission bolted directly to the
engine, later incorporating syncromesh. The Phantom II continued to
employ 4-wheel servo-assisted brakes and the Bijur centralized
lubrication system used on the Springfield-built Phantom I. A
standard wheelbase Phantom II measured 150 inches, but Phantom II
was also available on a sportier, 144-inch wheelbase variant called
the "Continental." Only 1,281 Phantom II chassis were produced by
the time production ceased in 1936. This 1930 Phantom II is of the
150-inch variety and is presented entirely in black with the
exception of the chrome and stainless work. The right-hand-drive
interior is very inviting with a passenger area upholstered in
cloth with a sunroof and the driver’s compartment upholstered in
leather, each separated by a divider window. The interior is a
lighter shade of brown and presents very well with only minor wear
showing. Featuring fog lights and a single side-mounted spare tire,
the car is complete with the factory build sheet and original
factory luggage.
