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Rolls-Royce is planning a family of models based on the new Ghost, according to the car’s exterior stylist, Andreas Thurner.

“The Ghost was designed in a way to make other body styles,” Thurner told Autocar. “We have to build up a family for the Ghost just as we did for the Phantom.”


We have learnt that Rolls Royce are busy arranging a private shindig, and are shipping potential RR4 customers in to Cannes between the 2nd and 4th July for a private reveal of the Rolls Royce Ghost in all its glory. Which of course absolutely confirms that the Ghost will be at Frankfurt, as that is the next major motor show, and the Ghost is obviously now production ready if Rolls Royce are happy to show it off to private buyers.


Now, a bit about the extension of the Ghost brand. Rolls-Royce is going to exploit the planned popularity of its baby car by bringing to the market two more variants. A coupe and a soft-top convertible are on the cards for buyers looking for some sort of sporting/ poser appeal from their RR.


And the lucky select number should have plenty to peruse. The design of the Ghost seems to have gelled nicely, and with its stainless steel bonnet option it looks better than its big brother Phantom. It is all polished wood and supple leather on the inside, but will get a plethora of electronic gizmos and gadgets to keep the customer satisfied, although many will probably be hidden from view, as in the Phantom.


The 5.4m long Ghost has such an advanced air suspension system that it can even sense when a passenger moves from one side of the car to the other, and then makes adjustments accordingly. It uses a new turbocharged 6.6-litre V12 engine to produce over 373kW (507hp) and drive the rear wheels via an 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox.

　
Ghost exterior designer Andreas Thurner told Autocar that "the Ghost was designed in a way to make other body styles. We have to build up a family for the Ghost just as we did for the Phantom."
Source:autocar via worldcarfans