1930 Rolls-Royce 20/25 Skiff Tourer

Registration no. SV 5917 Chassis no. GSR1

Odometer Reading: TBA
MoT Expiry: Exempt

*Unique 1930s Rolls-Royce
*Unused for the last 20 years – but recently serviced
*Offered from a private collection

Debuting at the Olympia Motor Show in 1929, the Rolls-Royce 20/25 proved to be one of the most successful inter-war Rolls-Royces ever produced. The car was so successful that it is often praised as the car that saved the company from bankruptcy following the Great Depression, with 3,827 being made. Of those cars, 93% of those were sold in the UK – and now only approximately 38% of those remain, with many being exported across the globe. Originally developed with performance and power in mind, the 20/25 featured an increased bore size of 3¼", resulting in a larger capacity from 3,128cc to 3,667cc. This minor but effective changed helped increase the RAC horsepower rating to 24½hp, up from 20hp in the Twenty. The 20/25 was originally designed for owner drivers, however the car was mostly purchased by owners with chauffeurs – who then fitted large custom built limousine bodies. This 1930 example is presented in a beautiful colour scheme of green with black wings and a red leather interior. The car has previously been restored however the date is unknown. Overall the car is in good condition and has been a part of a private collection since the vendor purchased the car in the late 1990s. Used by the previous owner on many international rallies in South Africa, India and many others. Despite this, the car has not been used for the last 20 years and has been kept in dry storage. The engine has been recently serviced and is now running well. The skiff two plus two coachwork is traditionally built with an ash frame clad in aluminium which remains in good condition, weather equipment includes a hood and sidescreens. Overall this is a good useable example with potential to improve if desired.

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