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2 5 2 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I The fastback The origins of fastback design lie in the Streamlined design era of the 1930s. Initially popular in America, the word fastback soon came to define the spirit of adventure and dynamism that epitomised early and mid 20th century European sporting and GT cars. Rather than take inspiration from any one car from this period, Wraith simply evokes the alluring pedigree of some of the most iconic designs from this influential era. Creating a visible distinction between a sporting GT and a true Rolls-Royce was very much key to the success of Wraith’s modern design statement. Whilst the striking silhouette of the long fastback hints at a sporting dynamic, Wraith is clearly a consummate gentleman’s tourismo. The perfect balance has been struck between the visual language of the fastback’s heyday and a thoroughly contemporary Rolls-Royce motor car. Traditional high- seating position and Rolls-Royce proportion remain, leaving the beholder in no doubt that it is true to the marque’s DNA. Wraith presents the perfect marriage of glamour and refinement, as well as an underlying, brooding sense that power and drama lie beneath. One can imagine that this Rolls-Royce in particular would perfectly match the inimitable lifestyle of adventure and speed of Rolls-Royce’s founding forefather the Hon. Charles Rolls. Engineering & Power “Wraith is powerful, but never brutal. It’s a cultivated power which perfectly complements the dynamism of its exterior styling. This is a true Rolls-Royce.” Dr Helmut Ridel, Chief Engineer, Wraith Wraith is the most powerful Rolls-Royce ever to have played host to the famous Spirit of Ecstasy figurine. It develops 624 bhp, from a 6.6 litre twin-turbo V12, an engine that features direct petrol injection tomaximise efficiency and reduce emissions. Should they wish to take advantage of the extraordinary power at their disposal, drivers may choose to be propelled from rest to 62 mph in just 4.6 seconds and on to an electronically governed top speed of 155 mph. Power is transmitted – effortlessly – thanks to an eight speed, automatic ZF transmission. The combination of powerful engine and sophisticated transmission leads to immediate power delivery