Rolls-Royce & Bentley Driver

Celebrating two of Britain's most prestigious automotive marques, Rolls-Royce & Bentley Driver magazine is the definitive publication for all Rolls-Royce and Bentley enthusiasts and owners. Principally focusing on the classic models of these luxurious car brands, it will offer comprehensive coverage of the most popular versions from both Rolls-Royce and Bentley, ranging from immediately after WW2 up to around the turn of the millennium. Undoubtedly, there will be some coverage of pre-war models, and we will feature modern classics such as the Bentley GT coupe. Whatever the model, however, our aim with Rolls-Royce & Bentley Driver magazine is to offer a mix of owners' stories, buying advice, technical hints and tips and inspiration on how to restore, maintain, and, crucially, enjoy your favourite Rolls-Royce or Bentley.

Rolls-Royce & Bentley Driver

Differences of opinion

SPECTRE SALES SUCCESS

EXCLUSIVE BENTAYGA

GOODWOOD INVESTMENT

BENTLEY MkVI PRINTS

SILVER SHADOW AT 60

REGION UPDATE

REGISTRATION NUMBER SALE

ROCK 'N' ROLLS • We take a trip to Nottingham for a catch-up with Rick Parfitt Jnr, musician and racing driver, to find out about his recent Rolls-Royce Corniche ownership experience

CORNICHE EVOLUTION

MARKET WATCH • Each issue, we take a look at some of the most tempting cars for sale and report on others that have sold – covering everything from affordable modern classics through to the most premium-priced gems

AUCTION TRACKER • We take a look at the latest Rolls-Royce and Bentley auction trends, picking up on some fascinating results in what is an unpredictable market

IN THE PINK • James Young’s C20 design may have an unusual look, but in this case it conceals a refreshingly lively, loveable car. Meet ‘Pinky’, a now-rare Bentley R-Type derivative…

WINGS AND WHEELS 2025 • Celebrating all things Rolls-Royce – both aeronautical and automotive – is this forthcoming three-day event, courtesy of the RREC’s East Midlands Section

CLIVE'S TRIPLE WHAMMY • Experienced competitor claims Frank Clement Memorial Trophy, presented to the BDC’s Racing Driver of the Year 2024, for a record third time

EARLY EXAMPLES • We meet the owners of two original-spec Bentley Arnages from the model’s inaugural year, to hear their views on the BMW powerplant as well as their individual ownership experiences

ARNAGE EVOLUTION

YOUR SHOUT • Got something to say about anything Rolls-Royce or Bentley related? Then we want to hear it!

THIS IS GOLD, MR BOND • In 1964, a Rolls-Royce that had previously led a very sheltered life became a golden star of the silver screen. This is the story of Goldfinger’s 1937 Phantom III and how it inspired a modern reinterpretation

THOUGHTS IN A PHANTOM III

SUPPLYING A MOVIE STAR

SERVICING A SILVER CLOUD III • Our technical series continues with a Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III service, giving a glimpse into how the professionals at Flying Spares tackle the job – and how you could do so at home

EXCLUSIVELY HOOPER • Where would you go in 1984 if a Crewe-built Rolls-Royce didn’t seem exclusive enough? To Hooper, of course, the famous name in highquality coachbuilding that continued to create special cars like this

WALNUT WHIPPED OUT • The supposedly simple task of removing interior trim grows legs as Rolls-Royce’s legendary build quality adds some extra hours of labour

FROM THE ARCHIVES • We take a look at some of the most fascinating, most innovative and most successful Rolls-Royce and Bentley models via an array of period brochures, adverts and images

PAUL GUINNESS • Our editor spots a couple of Spectres in the wild, and ponders why it’s become the European bestseller for Rolls-Royce