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Edward, Duke of Kent's Rolls-Royce rolls into Bonhams' sale

Two immaculate Rolls-Royces, one of them Royal, have been commissioned for sale by Harrods

A remarkable pair of Rolls-Royces commissioned in the livery of the world famous department store, Harrods, will be sold in Bonhams' Paris sale of Motor Cars at the Grand Palais on 5 February 2011.
 
One of the cars - a Rolls-Royce Phantom V Limousine 1963 - was the property of H.R.H. Edward, Duke of Kent, before being sold at public auction in 1996.


Edward, Duke of Kent's Rolls-Royce Phantom V Limousine

On acquisition it was comprehensively refurbished with Harrods Green paintwork and a dark green leather and cloth interior. This car has attracted a pre-sale estimate of €120,000 - 150,000.

Another car to have received a Harrods Green livery refurbishment is a Rolls-Royce Phantom V1 Limousine 1969, which has been estimated at €145,000 - 175,000.

 

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Last updated: 25 January 2011