1926 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Windovers Tourer

1926 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Windovers Tourer

Vehicle Overview

Experience true automotive royalty with this 1926 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Windovers Tourer, an incredibly rare and historically significant vehicle. Commissioned for an Indian Maharaja and featuring unique, handcrafted bodywork by Windovers of England, this Phantom I embodies luxury, heritage, and distinction.

Vehicle Details

• Make: Rolls-Royce

• Model: Phantom I

• Year: 1926

• Body Type: Windovers Tourer

• Chassis Number: 47 YC

• Mileage: 25,000 original miles

• Engine: 8.0L Inline 6-cylinder

• Transmission: Manual

• Drive: RWD

Special Features

• Custom Coachwork by Windovers of England
  Hand-built with timeless craftsmanship, reflecting the elegance of horse-drawn carriage lineage.

• Original Commission
  Built for an Indian Maharaja with bespoke touches, including a running board-mounted swivel lamp used for hunting wild animals at night.

• Luxurious Interior

  • Dashboard inlaid with Mother of Pearl

  • Nickel Silver instruments

  • Period-correct controls and original upholstery

• Engine Performance
  8-liter 6-cylinder engine known for its whisper-quiet performance — described to run “as smoothly and quietly as a Swiss watch.”

• Mileage
  Only 25,000 miles from new. Drives like a new car, according to those fortunate enough to take the wheel.

Historical Significance

The Phantom I, also known as the “New Phantom,” debuted in 1925 to replace the legendary Silver Ghost. The 1926 Windovers Tourer is a rare survivor from this era and features unmatched originality, making it a one-of-a-kind collector’s piece.