Phantom gets a Phacelift: Rolls-Royce sedan updated for 2009

Written by nitram on February 23, 2009

With inspiration coming from the Phantom Drophead Coupe (convertible) and the Phantom Coupe, Rolls Royce revealed the 2009 Model Year Phantom and Phantom Extended Wheelbase. The facelifted Phantom limos are distinguished on the outside by a new streamlined front bumper that has been designed and integrated with a shallower grille, finished in stainless steel. Other new exterior features include LED door handle illumination and the fitting of 21-inch cast alloy wheels as standard.

Furthermore, the BMW Group owned British automaker offers two more wheel options, both manufactured in forged alloy and available in either painted or part polished finishes.

Inside, the rear passengers of the 2009 Phantom benefit from a new RCA component input which provides auxiliary audio and visual connectivity to the 12-inch monitors mounted within the picnic tables. Other additions include new front and rear door cappings with integrated grab handles and new bi-directional double reading lights in the C-pillar while the rar climate control, volume control and electric window switches have been repositioned and are now housed in a wood veneer panel in the door.