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It’s a rare occurrence when Rolls-Royce adds an all-new model to its lineup, especially since its current lineup consists of just one car, the $330,000-plus Phantom. But for 2008 Rolls-Royce will add a second mode—the all-new Phantom Drophead Coupe. This beautiful 2-door convertible is hand built and utilizes the highest quality materials in its construction. Although a massive automobile, the Drophead Coupe is built on an all-aluminum space frame, making the car extremely rigid while lowering the overall weight. Five layers of material are used in the power-operated soft-top, and customers can choose to customize their new Rolls in a variety of ways, including the option of a brushed steel hood and rear deck covered in teak. Under that long hood is a 6.75-liter V12 engine producing 453 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque—enough power to move the 5,776-pound Rolls to 60 mph in less than six seconds. The Phantom Drophead Coupe goes on sale later this year with a base price of $407,000, making it the most expensive convertible on the U.S. market.
