Rolls-Royce Boat Tail (2021)
Concept car · 2021 · Combustion
The revival of Coachbuild, reimagining the pre-war boat-tail
The first project of Rolls-Royce's formally revived Coachbuild division, the Boat Tail reinterprets 1920s-30s boat-tail bodywork on the modern Architecture of Luxury aluminium platform. Just three were hand-built, each individually commissioned and personalised, most famously with a rear deck that opens to reveal a bespoke 'hosting suite' with champagne fridges and a parasol. Reported at roughly $28 million each, it was described as the most expensive new car in the world at launch.
Key facts
- Engine: 6.75L twin-turbo V12, ~563 bhp
- Production: 3 built (each unique commission)
- Reported price: ~$28 million each
- Platform: Architecture of Luxury (aluminium spaceframe)
- Signature feature: Opening rear deck 'hosting suite'
Production
- Status: Limited run
- Coachbuilt run of just 3 bespoke Boat Tail cars (from 2021).
- Revealed at Rolls-Royce Coachbuild private unveiling (May 2021)
Source: Wikipedia - Rolls-Royce Boat Tail