LOT 46
2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn Drophead Coupe VIN: SCA666D57JU107579
Sold for US$257,600 inc. premium
Lot 46
2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn Drophead Coupe
2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn Drophead Coupe
VIN: SCA666D57JU107579
VIN: SCA666D57JU107579
6,587cc 48-Valve Twin-Turbo V12 Engine
Electronic Direct Fuel Injection
563bhp at 5,250rpm
8-Speed Automatic Transmission
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Ventilated Disc Brakes
*Just one owner and less than 1,000 miles from new
*The pinnacle of wheeled Drop Top Luxury
*Elegant and appropriately finished in Midnight Sapphire
*Retains factory warranty
Previewing at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, California by appointment. Please contact [email protected] for scheduling.
THE ROLLS-ROYCE DAWN
An historic model in the continuing story of the Rolls-Royce marque, the Dawn Drophead Coupe was introduced to the public at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, reviving, at least in part, a great name from Rolls-Royce's past that had always been synonymous with unrestrained luxury. Although based on the Wraith fixed-head coupe, the Dawn had undergone extensive re-engineering to achieve its maker's aims of building 'the quietest open-top car ever made' and 'the most rigid four-seater convertible available today'. Some 80% of the Dawn's outer panels were new, though the Wraith's rear-hinged 'coach doors' were retained. Some boot space was sacrificed to accommodate the folded-down convertible hood, leaving the cabin space undiminished, with the fold-down time an impressive 20 seconds. At almost 5.3m (17' 4½") in length, the Dawn is an impressive and commanding motor car.
The Wraith's 48-valve 6.6-litre twin-turbocharged V12 was retained for the Dawn, its maximum output of 563bhp being sufficient to propel the 2½-ton luxury express to 60mph in a mere 4.8 seconds on its way to a (governed) top speed of 155mph (250km/h). This abundance of power is transmitted to the rear axle via a ZF eight-speed automatic gearbox, while air-sprung suspension and automatic level control ensure that ride quality remains un-compromised.
'This is feelgood motoring with a capital F,' declared Car magazine. 'The interior has a clear focus on pampering: the seats are huge and plump and upholstered in the finest leather front and rear - you sink into their hide-bound grasp and never want for support.
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
Hand built at the Goodwood-based Rolls-Royce plant during the summer and fall of 2017, this stunning example of the luxurious Dawn Drophead Coupe was destined for the US market and delivered through Rolls-Royce Motor Cars of Beverly Hills as a 2018 model-year car. The Rolls-Royce was finished as it appears today in the elegant Midnight Sapphire exterior color, and optioned with 21-inch polished alloy wheels, signature interior environment package with ventilated seats, Canadel paneling, lamb's wool floor mats and stainless-steel package. The retail price was $393,800. This Rolls-Royce has had just one owner from new, and total of just 925 miles are recorded on the odometer at the time of cataloging. It should be noted that the Rolls-Royce is due for a service.
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