ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS: MAKING A LEGEND

Van Booy Simon , Briggs Harvey

Step inside a world of engineering excellence with this collection, dedicated to Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. The authors were granted unique access by the Rolls-Royce company. Detailed descriptions of... Read more
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Step inside a world of engineering excellence with this collection, dedicated to Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. The authors were granted unique access by the Rolls-Royce company.

Detailed descriptions of the manufacturing process are set against a backdrop of heritage and prestige, including an exclusive showcase of the company's manufacturing facility and a splendid gallery of Rolls-Royce cars dating back to sketches of work from the 1930s.

This collection includes numerous unseen photos of Sir Henry Royce driving early versions of his iconic cars. A true behind-the-scenes experience, this book introduces the reader to the Rolls-Royce master craftsmen at work.

High-quality images and detailed insights reveal the process by which each car constructed, from the 2019 Ghost Zenith back in time to the 1904 Original.Rolls-Royce opens their archive to reveal a spectacular timeline of design, providing readers with an insight into the world of those who still uphold the words of Sir Henry Royce: "Strive for perfection in everything you do".

The contents list guides the reader through the complete construction of a car: Design and Customisation, Paint and Finish, Chassis Assembly, Woodwork, Leather, Testing, The Spirit of Ecstasy Hood Ornament, and more.

With a glimpse at the Rolls-Royce Training Academy and a plethora of featured cars from last year to the start of the last century, this is the ultimate Rolls-Royce collectors' volume.

Featured cars include the new Ghost (2020), the Phantom Tranquillity (2019), Phantom Aviator Coupe (2012), the Phantom II Continental (1934), the AX201 Silver Ghost (1907), and many more.

296 pages. 350 colour and 40 b/w illustrations.

Product specification

Binding
In hardback
Pages
298
ISBN / EAN
9781788841009
Publisher
Acc Art Books
Languages
English
Publication date
12/2021
Colour illustrations
350
Illustrations
40
Dimensions
28 x 33 x 3 cm

Additional information

Book type or Series
Descriptive; Photo Book

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