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2011 Shannons Melbourne Winter Classic Auction
Lot
21

1932 Rolls-Royce 20/25 HP 2 door Coupe

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Specifications

Engine 3669cc 6cyl
Gearbox 4-Speed Manual
Body Work 2-Door Coupe
Colour Blue/Black
Interior Biscuit
Trim Cloth
Wheels Wire Spoke
Brakes Drum

Description

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The Rolls-Royce 20/25HP was introduced in 1929, taking the concept of the 'small Rolls' from the earlier 20HP and further refining it. The six-cylinder motor was enlarged to 3669cc on a 4.6:1 compression ratio, the result being a top speed in excess of 60mph. The motor also incorporated a cross-flow cylinder head.Though more powerful, the initial 20/25 shared the same chassis as the last of the 20HP's, and again supplied only in bare-chassis form, allowing the buyer to choose their coachbuilder. The 1929 model year saw both models built concurrently for a time before the 20/25HP took over full-time. By 1932 there was a longer chassis which, combined with a further increase to a 5.75:1 compression ratio, a synchro-gearbox and improved road holding, made the later series cars a better driving proposition.