1925 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Polished Aluminum Tourer
December 1924 marked the conclusion of nearly two decades of Silver Ghost production in England, with final chassis delivered into 1925 representing the most refined iteration of Rolls-Royce’s 40/50 hp platform.
The name “Silver Ghost,” originally a nickname derived from an early car finished in silver with green upholstery, was officially adopted by Rolls-Royce only after production had ceased.
These late examples incorporated four-wheel servo-assisted brakes (introduced in 1923) and incremental mechanical improvements, distinguishing them from earlier models that had relied solely on rear-wheel braking.
Long wheelbase variants stretched 144 or 150 inches, with this example featuring the longer configuration accommodating custom coachwork by prestigious firms such as Barker, Brewster, and Hooper.
Polished aluminum bodywork became a popular choice for touring configurations during the model’s final years.
The 453 cubic inch (7.4-liter) side-valve inline-six delivered approximately 80 horsepower through a four-speed manual transmission, with direct-drive top gear.
Total production reached approximately 7,874 units between 1907 and 1926, including 1,701 examples built at Rolls-Royce’s Springfield, Massachusetts facility.
The Phantom I replaced the Silver Ghost beginning in 1925, formally ending 40/50 hp production.
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