Rolls Royce 20-25

The Rolls Royce 20/25 superseded the 20hp as Rolls Royce's compact automobile in 1929. This automobile utilised a nearly unmodified Twenty chassis, but the 6-cylinder overhead valve engine was increased from 3.1 to 3.7 litres, resulting in a substantial boost in performance. Improved power had become necessary since owners frequently insisted on adding intricate and heavy coachwork, which had a negative impact on performance. This was a significant adjustment since owners did not enjoy being passed by what they perceived to be lesser vehicles!

This model was the vehicle of choice for many of the world's most renowned persons at the time. Tommy Sopwith, Prince Bira of Siam, and racing driver and record-breaker Sir Malcolm Campbell all owned one. Indeed, praise! The 20/25 continued Rolls Royce's 2 model approach, being marketed alongside the Phantom II. It was marketed as a more cost-effective alternative to its larger sibling. Vanden Plas, Freestone and Webb, Brewster, Gurney Nutting, Park Ward, Coachcraft, and Thrupp & Maberly all provided bespoke coachbuilt bodies for the 20/25 chassis.

It was one of Rolls-best-selling Royce's models, with over 4000 chassis made between 1929 and 1936. Several improvements were made to the 20/25 during the course of its existence. The ignition system, brakes, clutch, and carburettors were just a few of the mechanical components that received upgrades. The radiator shutters on most vehicles are manually opened and closed to manage engine cooling; later models have the pleasure of automated thermostatically controlled shutters!