Phantom Turns 100 - Rolls-Royce Unveils 'Goldfinger' Tribute at Villa d'Este

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Phantom Turns 100 - Rolls-Royce Unveils 'Goldfinger' Tribute at Villa d'Este

One-of-One Phantom Goldfinger Steals the Spotlight in Lake Como, Celebrating a Century of Motoring Royalty

In an extraordinary moment that married cinematic legend with unparalleled craftsmanship, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars revealed the one-of-a-kind Phantom Goldfinger on May 24, 2025, at the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, Italy.

The unveiling honoured the 100th anniversary of Phantom, Rolls-Royce’s most iconic nameplate and a lasting emblem of influence and luxury.

“In this exceptional location, we are proud to make the public debut of Phantom Goldfinger - a powerful tribute to a film cherished by the client and a remarkable expression of our Bespoke capabilities.” 

Phantom Goldfinger: A Cinematic Statement in Gold

A Tribute to 007’s Golden Legacy

A Tribute to 007’s Golden Legacy
A Tribute to 007’s Golden Legacy
Commissioned to honour the legendary 1964 James Bond film Goldfinger, the Phantom Goldfinger is no ordinary bespoke creation. This Phantom Extended - first revealed in 2024 during the film’s 60th anniversary - draws inspiration from villain Auric Goldfinger’s 1937 Phantom III Sedanca de Ville, which was also on display at the event.

18- and 24-carat gold detailing throughout

Customised interior and exterior elements referencing Goldfinger locations and characters
Storytelling woven into every surface, inspired by the golden age of spy thrillers
The car stands as both a tribute and a transformation - taking cues from cinematic iconography while expressing the modern Bespoke language of Rolls-Royce.

A Gallery of Greatness: Artworks and Icons

Eight Decades, Eight Masterpieces

Artworks and Icons
Artworks and Icons
To further honour the centenary, Rolls-Royce showcased eight original artworks that trace Phantom’s design journey over ten decades. Created by designers at the marque’s Goodwood home, each piece captures:
  • The essence of a specific Phantom generation
  • The artistic mood of the era it belongs to
  • The global cultural influence of Phantom through the decades
  • This artistic retrospective reminded guests of Phantom’s chameleon-like ability to evolve while remaining unmistakably Rolls-Royce.

Phantom V in the Parade: Power in Motion

The opening parade saw the appearance of a pristinely maintained Phantom V, one of the most politically and culturally iconic Rolls-Royce models. It served as a rolling reminder of Phantom’s enduring symbolism - a motor car of monarchs, presidents, artists, and icons.

Villa d’Este 2025: A Fitting Stage for a Legendary Nameplate

A Fitting Stage for a Legendary Nameplate
A Fitting Stage for a Legendary Nameplate
Luxury Meets Legacy on the Shores of Lake ComoHeld on the manicured Mosaic Lawn of the Grand Hotel, the Concorso d’Eleganza provided a poetic stage for Phantom Goldfinger’s debut. With Lake Como shimmering in the background, collectors, designers, and aficionados from around the world gathered for a celebration that was as much about art as it was about automobiles.

This debut wasn’t just a showpiece - it was a cultural event, part of a wider surge in luxury and design activity sweeping Italy in 2025.

Phantom’s Second Century: A Legacy That Leads

A Legacy That Leads
A Legacy That Leads
Phantom has always stood at the intersection of art, engineering, and cultural power. As Rolls-Royce steps into the next 100 years of this storied nameplate, the Phantom Goldfinger serves as a glittering reminder that bespoke luxury will always have the last word.

Emissions Disclosure:

Phantom Extended (NEDCcorr combined): CO? emissions – 345 g/km; Fuel – 15.1 l/100km (18.7 mpg)WLTP (combined): CO? emissions – 362–348 g/km; Fuel – 15.9–15.2 l/100km (17.7–18.6 mpg)


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