James Young Ltd Phantom V ~ PV22 Touring Limousine

Rolls-Royce

Phantom V

1964

An incredibly clean and original PV22 Touring limousine

Here is a really imposing Rolls-Royce Phantom V by James Young finished in all over Brewster green with simply stunning green Connolly Vaumol leather hides. The twin fine lines to the waist-rails and hubcap beauty rings are hand-painted in an off-white to match the interior seat piping.  

The Rolls-Royce Phantom V made its debut at the Earl’s Court Motor Show in 1959, replacing the previous Rolls-Royce limousine, the Silver Wraith, which had been living on borrowed time since the introduction of the Silver Cloud in 1955. The four-year delay was deemed necessary by Rolls-Royce Limited, as they had already planned on introducing their now legendary light alloy V8 engine across the range at that time.  

With a wheelbase of 12ft 1in, and an overall length of just a hair under 20ft, the Phantom V chassis had been planned from the outset to carry coachbuilt bodies that were imposing and graceful, with really spacious interiors and large luggage carrying capacity. The powerful V8 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, servo-assisted brakes and power-assisted steering made the car feel considerably smaller than its size. With its lower 3.89:1 axle ratio, the Phantom V could glide along at walking pace, or reach speeds in excess of 100mph with ease.

516 Phantom Vs were built between 1959 and 1968, when it was superseded by the slightly modified Phantom VI.

The vast majority of cars were provided with coachwork by Park Ward, H J Mulliner, and the later combined firm of Mulliner Park Ward. A total of 196 were bodied by James Young Ltd in either 7-passenger or touring limousine styles.

Beautifully styled  by A F “Mac” McNeill, his creations for James Young coachwork on the Phantom V are regarded as some of the most beautiful and elegant designs of all time. James Young touring limousine coachwork, as on this magnificent car, is the most graceful, and is considered to be the epitome Phantom V.

Chassis number 5LVC51 was delivered in September 1964 to George Farkas, Founder and major owner of Alexanders Department Store* in New York with Design No PV22 Touring Limousine coachwork by James Young. 

This Phantom V is very well known to us having been owned by a life-long collector who had this darling for some 25 years and has mechanically serviced and maintained her along with all his Rolls-Royce collection. 

The body of the car presents straight and the paint in good condition. It has had some repaint over the years and although no concours finish, she does present extremely well, clean, lustrous and consistent. There are some little chips and marks here and there but these are few and only show if one looks hard. She is clean underneath with no notable rust. Overall she is very shiny without any fading, dents or dings. Mouldings, badges and external fittings are all in excellent condition.

The interior of this car is stunning. The green Connolly Vaumol leather with off-white piping shows beautifully and is original. It remains super soft and supple without any signs of extraordinary wear and the natural patina is to die for. There is nothing like original, nicely matured Connolly leather. The detailed wood-work throughout is excellent and the richness in colour, grain and layout is really quite breath-taking. The photos say all! There are pretty much no cracks in the clear finish and minimal chips or marks in the overall presentation, we believe it presents perfectly with good patina. 

The accoutrements in the division are a delightful touch with picnic tables that reveal a mirror for both rear passengers, cocktail glasses of different types on each side and a centre cocktail cabinet that serves all. The quasi art deco clock is simply gorgeous. In the centre armrest where there was once housed personal accoutrements (brush and comb set), this has been modified in the 80s for a mobile phone. Similarly the lower section of the division has 80s fitted stereo, VCR and TV which, although cool in some respects, we would like the new owner to engage us for their removal and returning to original. There are also cubbies with sliding covers in all four doors.

Carpets, seats, dash, front top-roll, rear parcel shelf and fixtures are truly excellent and I best encourage you to look at all the photos to fully appreciate how nicely the interior presents.

Although this car has been in storage for many years, brakes and general mechanicals have been maintained. However, it will be important to go right through the car and bring everything up to speed; all major & minor services, go through the brakes again and carry out any general & preventative maintenance. Normally all Park-Ward Motors cars automatically undergo a Predelivery Commissioning service once sold in readiness for the new owner. Given the uncertainty who will purchase this car and not knowing to which part of the globe she will go to, we thought it best for the new owner to decide whether they would want us to do the Predelivery Commissioning or attend to with their own resources and connections. Please let us know what you prefer and we can price that accordingly. 

Brand new period correct “pie-crust” 8.90-15 whitewall tyres were just fitted. All windows work well as does the division. Front and rear AC is working.

Being a well-maintained example, she is tight to drive, brakes strong and rides as a Rolls-Royce Phantom V should.

* https://classicnewyorkhistory.com/history-and-tales-of-alexanders-department-stores/

~~ This very unique and elegant Rolls-Royce Phantom V by James Young is a lovely example which is the epitome of luxury! It makes for a wonderful addition to any collection or simply for private enjoyment ~~

~~International buyers always welcome ~ we have sold and shipped 100’s world-wide.~~

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The photos are of super high resolution so if you right click on any, you can zoom in and see every little detail and defect in considerable detail.

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