2014 Rolls-Royce Wraith: Much More Than a Ghost Coupe [2013 Geneva Auto Show]

The Rolls-Royce Ghost, Phantom, and new 2014 Wraith coupe might not seem outwardly retro, but each one is steeped in automotive lore, the time-honored tradition of handcraftsmanship, and old-money presence. Never mind that parent company BMW has imbued the latest Rolls-Royces with modern engines, German-derived chassis, and scads of up-to-date technology, Rollers have always been and always will be about the romantic notion of genteel motoring—the British automaker often discusses wafting in its cars. To wit, the Wraith resurrects a nameplate first used in 1938, hardening this sense of history and crafting a direct link to the speed-record-setting Rolls-Royces on which the company built its reputation at the dawn of the 20th century. READ MORE ›› from Car and Driver Blog http://blog.caranddriver.com

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