Rolls-Royce launches a coupé derived from the Ghost
- Previously, there was only one Rolls-Royce coupé: the Phantom Coupé. From 2013 onwards, there will also be a Ghost coupé. This new model, which is more compact than the Phantom coupé, is called the Wraith. This name is evocative of the famous Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith models of the 1950, which were luxury limousines that gave rise to the PhantomV ceremonial limousine in 1959, and then the Phantom VI in 1968. This name has now been put to a new use in order to name the coupé derived from the Ghost saloon.
- Faced with Bentley, the new Wraith stands as a competitor to the Continental GTC, although the latter does turn out to be more sporty.Presented in a classic style, the Rolls coupé has a very original rear section which is quite different from the old Corniche or Camargue, and is also very different from the Phantom coupé, which has a large boot.
- It should be noted that the builder has adopted the opening system used in the Phantom coupé and cabriolet; namely opening from the front towards the back, just like cars did in the 30s and 40s.
- As we know, Rolls-Royce belongs to BMW, and the brand's only production plant is at Goodwood (Great Britain). Its range currently consists of the Ghost, the Phantom, and now the new Wraith.
