Rolls Royce Phantom

Brian278 · Oct 10, 2007

Originally Posted by ThingLonger

I don't see why you're comparing the two. You really have to see one in person to realize what a presence it has.

I agree it's not a beauty, but the proportions are rather nice.

What makes you think I haven't seen one (or a dozen)?

whoopee · Oct 10, 2007

Originally Posted by Brian278

I can't for the life of me see why someone would want to drive the standard Rolls or Bentley around. A Continental GT, perhaps. The high-end Mercedes luxury cars do practically everything better for half the price. It's sheer decadence, only they aren't actually better made or perform better in any way I can think of.

The interior, especially at the back seat, is much nicer than the Mercedes. I would never drive it personally, but riding in it is a pleasure that I've not found surpassed by any current standard car.

It is pretty ugly, though, and has some unfortunate associations.

Gus · Oct 10, 2007

We were down in Los Gatos the other day and stopped in at the Bentley, Rolls and other exotic car dealer there. Being pretty much the epicenter of internet fortunes, these are "affordable transportation" in this local. From photos, I disliked the Rolls. I didn't like the heavy look, the armored car style and departure from tradition. But, when you see one in person, sit in it, open and close the doors, I have to tell you, it is a whole different experience! They are simply amazing.

Like any luxury item, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But see one, and sit in one before making a final decision.

appolyon · Oct 10, 2007

have always wanted one like the following (of course with out all the nazi regalia):

LabelKing · Oct 10, 2007

Originally Posted by whoopee

The interior, especially at the back seat, is much nicer than the Mercedes. I would never drive it personally, but riding in it is a pleasure that I've not found surpassed by any current standard car.

It is pretty ugly, though, and has some unfortunate associations.

As far as I'm concerned, it won't exceed the Mercedes 600, the car of dictators and plutocrats alike:

Lucky Strike · Oct 10, 2007

I'd rather have this:

imageWIS · Oct 10, 2007

There's always the 770K Grosser.

Jon.

Miguel Antonio · Oct 11, 2007

LabelKing said:

The old ones or the new one?

The new one isn't worth speaking about.

I'm talking about the new one made by BMW. I think it has some good things like the ride quality and the classical interior design, however the grille styling is terrible, so no self-respecting businessman or politician will ever buy one. Most plutocrats are buying the Maybach 57 or the 62. I think that the 62 is the best deal from all the options in the super luxury market.

imageWIS · Oct 11, 2007

Originally Posted by Miguel Antonio

LabelKing said:

I'm talking about the new one made by BMW. I think it has some good things like the ride quality and the classical interior design, however the grille styling is terrible, so no self-respecting businessman or politician will ever buy one. Most plutocrats are buying the Maybach 57 or the 62. I think that the 62 is the best deal from all the options in the super luxury market.

No they aren't. Have you seen Maybach's sales figures? They are horrible! MBUSA just cut back more than 50% of its Maybach dealers.

Jon.

Artisan Fan · Oct 11, 2007

Originally Posted by Lucky Strike

I'd rather have this:

+1

Miguel Antonio · Oct 11, 2007

Originally Posted by Lucky Strike

I'd rather have this:

-2

It's a beautiful car, but too old fashioned for everyday use.

ThingLonger · Oct 12, 2007

Originally Posted by Brian278

What makes you think I haven't seen one (or a dozen)?

By your comment, of course. It is an incredibly massive car. Note that I may be wrong, but Mercedes was the farthest thing from my mind when I first caught glimpse of the Phantom.

I'm talking about the new one made by BMW. I think it has some good things like the ride quality and the classical interior design, however the grille styling is terrible, so no self-respecting businessman or politician will ever buy one. Most plutocrats are buying the Maybach 57 or the 62. I think that the 62 is the best deal from all the options in the super luxury market.

The grille was described by someone as resembling upmarket kitchenware.

imageWIS · Oct 12, 2007

Originally Posted by Brian278

What makes you think I haven't seen one (or a dozen)?

I've seen at least 30-40 of them. But, this is PBC, so...

Jon.

Miguel Antonio · Oct 12, 2007

ThingLonger said:

The grille was described by someone as resembling upmarket kitchenware.

The grille is impressive. It generates strong reactions. It's a love or hate grille.

BEEZO · Oct 22, 2007

the front grill kinna resembles a big rig, but I love it... as for the rear

oh my, oh my

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