The engine, gearbox and all mechanical parts have been rebuilt/restored regardless of cost. The car was re-wired and finally a new body built (the original one was destroyed by the previous owner. The car is finished in ivory and natural polished aluminium. The leather is rich red.
The car is often mistaken for “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang”
The soft top roof is still not complete – but the car is in regular use (if it is not raining).
The following photo’s show just a few of the thousands of later stages in the restoration.
- The new solid ash frame for the body
Our 1934 Rolls Royce 20/25 “Boat-tailed tourer” has been the subject of a 20 year restoration.
- Solid mahogany and teak decks are complete
- A rebuilt new instrment panel – made of walnut
- The rich red leather upholstery is complete
- Boxing Day 2007 – 1 week after its first ever MOT
- In Arlesford – soft top not yet finished
Toad of Toad Hall ????
Note the rear passenger Windscreen and unfinished soft top
July 2008
The Mayor and Mayoress of Fareham 20th September 2008
And a thank you letter from the Mayor
Please Note – this car can only be available for wedding bookings when the restoration is fully completed
