Rolls-Royce Phantom VI
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer |
Rolls-Royce Ltd (1968–1973) Rolls-Royce Motors (1973–1990) |
| Production | 1968–1990 374 produced |
| Assembly | West Sussex, England |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | Limousines and other styles to buyer's choice |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Related | Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow |
| Powertrain | |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 145 in (3,700 mm) |
| Length | 238 in (6,000 mm) |
| Width | 79 in (2,000 mm) |
| Height | 69 in (1,800 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2.5 t (2,500 kg) (approx.) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Phantom V |
The Phantom VI was a British ultra-exclusive rolling chassis made from 1968-1990. From 1968 to 1973 it was manufactured by Rolls-Royce Ltd, and 1973-1990 by its successor Rolls-Royce Motors. They were bodied as limousines but there were a few landaulettes.
Based on the Phantom V, the Phantom VI had a re-styled fascia (dashboard) and was powered by an engine derived from the current Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. Most of the coachwork was created by Mulliner Park Ward, usually in limousines form, though a few landaulettes were made.
The Phantom VI was the last Rolls-Royce with a separate chassis. It featured coil springs in front, leaf springs and live axle in rear, and drum brakes on all four wheels. The car was powered by a 6,230 cc (380 cu in) 90 degree V8 with a bore of 104 mm (4.1 in) and stroke of 91.5 mm (3.60 in) with twin SU carburettors, coupled to a 4-speed automatic gearbox. In a 1979 upgrade, engine capacity was increased to 6,750 cc (412 cu in), a 3-speed automatic gearbox with torque converter was substituted, and separate front and rear air conditioning units were provided. Inclusion of the engine from the Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit in 1982 increased engine displacement once more, to 6,750 cc. In 1990 the last Rolls-Royce Phantom VI chassis were built, however as the completion of the actual car by Mulliner Park Ward (the erection of the body) took around 18 months the last cars were made in the period of the next two years. The very last Rolls-Royce Phantom VI, coincidentally also the last Landaulette body, was completed and delivered to the customer in summer of 1992.
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