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Jump to:Rolls-Royce Centenary Limited Edition Phantom: What\u2019s New for 2025The Phantom Centenary Private Collection: A Hundred Years of ExcellenceExquisite Exterior Design That Makes Heads TurnTwo-Tone Paint with a Nod to Automotive HistoryGold Accents and Bespoke BadgingBespoke Interior Craftsmanship: Art Meets EngineeringUpholstery Rich in Story and DetailLaser-Etched Artwork and 3D MarquetryThe Anthology GalleryEngine and Driving Character of the Limited Edition PhantomReactions from […]","datePublished":"2025-12-11","dateModified":"2026-01-26","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/sean-neylon\/#Person","name":"Sean Neylon","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/sean-neylon\/","identifier":34,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. 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In late October 2025, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars officially unveiled the Phantom Centenary Private Collection, a highly exclusive, richly detailed celebration of 100 years of what many consider the world\u2019s most revered luxury saloon.The Anthology Gallery transforms the dashboard into an art installation celebrating a century of Phantom recognition.Only 25 of these hand-built cars exist worldwide, each commanding an estimated price of around \u00a32.5 million.This isn\u2019t just a cosmetic exercise. Rolls-Royce designers and artisans describe this edition as their magnum opus, integrating a century of Phantom heritage into a motor car that\u2019s as much a piece of art as a functional vehicle.The Phantom Centenary Private Collection: A Hundred Years of ExcellenceEach Phantom Centenary features a numbered sill plate confirming its place among the exclusive run of twenty-five.Celebrating the first Phantom\u2019s debut in 1925, Rolls-Royce has woven every generation\u2019s influence into this limited edition. The project involved over 40,000 hours of development by the marque\u2019s Bespoke division at the Goodwood factory in West Sussex, England.The studio profile highlights the Centenary\u2019s elegant proportions and bespoke finish inspired by classic Phantom models.The Phantom name has embodied luxury for 10 decades, evolving through eight generations while maintaining its position as Rolls-Royce\u2019s flagship model. It has carried dignitaries, celebrities and collectors \u2014 and now history itself is stitched into every surface and detail of this limited run. Want to explore more about Roll-Royce\u2019s history of bespoke luxury? Visit the official Rolls-Royce Phantom Centenary page for detailed heritage references. rolls-roycemotorcars.comExquisite Exterior Design That Makes Heads TurnThe rear cabin carries bespoke embroidered narratives celebrating a century of Phantom milestones.Two-Tone Paint with a Nod to Automotive HistoryThe Phantom Centenary\u2019s exterior is a direct tribute to the iconic Phantom II Continental from the 1930s. It employs a bespoke two-tone finish, Super Champagne Crystal over Arctic White and Black whose shimmering effect comes from thousands of iridescent crushed glass particles embedded in the clear coat.The Phantom Centenary stands proudly at Goodwood, where each model is hand-built with extraordinary attention to detail.This sophisticated paintwork isn\u2019t merely decorative; it symbolises both heritage and modernity, a contrast that collectors and purists have warmly welcomed.Gold Accents and Bespoke BadgingThe Spirit of Ecstasy is recast in 24-carat gold for the Phantom Centenary, honouring a century of Rolls-Royce craftsmanship.The famed Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament is reimagined here, cast from 18-carat solid gold and plated in 24-carat gold, based on the original 1925 design, a powerful visual cue of Rolls-Royce\u2019s reverence for its own heritage.Moreover, the \u2018RR\u2019 Badge of Honour now in gold and white enamel adorning the front, sides and rear, is a first for Rolls-Royce, adding to the exclusivity of this launch edition.Bespoke Interior Craftsmanship: Art Meets EngineeringWhat truly distinguishes the Rolls-Royce Limited Edition Phantom is its interior, it\u2019s like stepping into a private gallery of automotive history.Upholstery Rich in Story and DetailA showcase of craftsmanship: every seat panel narrates Phantom history through embroidery and ink-layered artistry.Each rear seat panel is a masterpiece of textile artistry, developed over 12 months with a fashion atelier. The fabric combines high-resolution printing, embroidery, layered ink techniques and over 160,000 individual stitches. These artworks depict defining moments in Phantom history, from the original Conduit Street showroom to iconic journeys and cultural references that have defined the model\u2019s legacy.A tribute to Sir Henry Royce, whose engineering principles shaped the Phantom\u2019s century of excellence.Laser-Etched Artwork and 3D MarquetryFront seat leather isn\u2019t just luxurious; it\u2019s laser etched with hand-drawn motifs that nod to Phantom\u2019s storied past, such as the \u201cSeagull\u201d design from the 1923 prototype and even the playful Roger Rabbit, the codename for the Phantom VII launch in 2003.The front seats carry fine etched artwork celebrating the Phantom\u2019s century-long journey through motoring history.Meanwhile, the bespoke wood panels are a true record of human skill. Using three groundbreaking techniques 3D marquetry, 3D ink layering, and 24-carat gold leafing, Rolls-Royce call this woodwork the most intricate ever applied to one of their motor cars.The Anthology GalleryOn the dashboard, 50 3D-printed aluminium fins, fashioned like book pages, display sculpted letters that quote historical press praise for Phantom over the decades. It\u2019s a design choice lovers of automotive heritage and journalism find especially thoughtful.Engine and Driving Character of the Limited Edition PhantomA close-up of the 6.75-litre V12 engine cover in the Phantom Centenary edition, featuring gold accents and a commemorative \u201cCentenary Since 1925\u201d plaque.Underneath all these unique touches, the Centenary Phantom is mechanically familiar to current Phantom VIII models. It keeps the renowned twin-turbocharged 6.75-litre V12 engine, celebrated for effortless power delivery and refined torque that suits the Phantom\u2019s character perfectly.Yet, fittingly for a limited edition of this calibre, even the engine cover is finished in Arctic White with 24-carat gold detailing, a subtle reminder that luxury can be both powerful and artistic.Reactions from the Motoring World and EnthusiastsThe motoring press and automotive community have reacted with admiration for Rolls-Royce\u2019s commitment to traditional craftmanship combined with bold aesthetic choices.Nearly all automotive commentators praise the Centenary Phantom as a creme de la creme example of bespoke luxury, highlighting its astonishing detail work and historical storytelling approach.The Phantom Centenary\u2019s extended profile pays tribute to the classic Rolls-Royce saloons that shaped its legacy.Some sceptics have pointed out that despite its artistry, this edition remains rooted in the Phantom VIIIs standard technical package, meaning no radical advances in handling or chassis dynamics. That said, enthusiasts generally agree that this deep dive into cultural and brand history is exactly what a Phantom celebration should be about.What This Means for Rolls-Royce and the Luxury Car MarketThe Phantom Centenary Private Collection confirms Rolls-Royce\u2019s position not just as a maker of luxury vehicles, but as a custodian of automotive heritage. Collectors see this kind of project as a benchmark for future limited editions across marques.A timeless silhouette: the Phantom Centenary pictured at night, echoing the elegance that shaped a century of Rolls-Royce design.Who Will Own the Phantom Centenary Private Collection?All 25 units are expected to have been spoken for almost immediately upon announcement testament to the desirability of this release and Rolls-Royce\u2019s enduring appeal among collectors.Owners will likely include high-net-worth collectors who prize rarity and story, and serious automotive museums seeking to display a piece of luxury history.Final Thoughts on the Limited Edition PhantomA refined presence on the road, the Phantom Centenary carries its heritage-inspired finish with confidence and calm.As a veteran motoring journalist watching decades of evolution in cars, I find the Rolls-Royce Launch Limited Edition Phantom Centenary Private Collection remarkable not just as a luxury item, but as a storytelling machine. Every stitch, every panel and every nuance speaks of craftsmanship that, in many ways, is disappearing from mainstream automotive design.In a market leaning ever more toward electrification and mass production, this Phantom is a bold reminder that the soul of motoring still resides in human hands and artistic vision.Images: press.rolls-roycemotorcars.com"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Rolls Royce 3","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/rolls-royce-3\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Rolls-Royce Launch Limited Edition Phantom: What\u2019s New for 2025","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/rolls-royce-3\/rolls-royce-launch-limited-edition-phantom-whats-new-for-2025\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]