A 1933 Rolls-Royce Phantom 11, once owned by Viscount Cranbourne. The car recently sold for £35,200 ($123,200) when it was auctioned at Sotheby’s in London. The 45 horsepower car is thought to be the most pleasing to drive of all pre-war models. It was launched in 1929 and production continued until 1935. The Phantom II has a six-cylinder, water-cooled engine, was sold with its original silver vanity accessories, and has a complete set of tools.
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Press, 22 October 1986, Page 30
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75A 1933 Rolls-Royce Phantom 11, once owned by Viscount Cranbourne. The car recently sold for £35,200 ($123,200) when it was auctioned at Sotheby’s in London. The 45 horsepower car is thought to be the most pleasing to drive of all pre-war models. It was launched in 1929 and production continued until 1935. The Phantom II has a six-cylinder, water-cooled engine, was sold with its original silver vanity accessories, and has a complete set of tools. Press, 22 October 1986, Page 30
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