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Mint
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Mint
In Pics: Inside Vijay Mallya's stunning vintage car collection that reflects his lavish lifestyle
In Pics: Inside Vijay Mallya's stunning vintage car collection that reflects his lavish lifestyle 5 Photos . Updated: 06 Jun 2025, 01:22 PM IST Share Via Vijay Mallya is renowned for his massive car collection. The liquor baron owns over 250 rare automobiles, including vintage cars. 1/5In the 1980s, Vijay Mallya acquired this 1913 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost. Originally sold in Australia, it later changed hands in the UK before it became Mallya's prized collection, which was housed in California, USA. (Gomechenic ) 2/5Vijay Mallya owned a third-series Jaguar E-Type, manufactured between 1971 and 1975, which featured Jaguar's then-new 5.3-litre V12 engine, power steering, and advanced braking technology of its time. (Gomechenic ) 3/5Vijay Mallya's car collection is known for housing rare and extraordinary automobiles, and the Ferrari 275 GTB earned its place for exactly that reason. (Gomechenic ) 4/5The Edsel Citation Convertible, produced by Ford's Edsel division in 1958, was the top-tier model in the lineup. (Gomechenic )
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
1925 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost On Bring A Trailer After Decades of Preservation and Awards
⚡️ Read the full article on Motorious This 1925 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, one of approximately 1,700 Silver Ghosts built at Rolls-Royce's American facility in Springfield, Massachusetts, stands out as one of only 77 produced with Oxford seven-passenger touring coachwork. Originally delivered to philanthropist Nellie A. Cluett in New York in 1926, the car has passed through prominent collections, including those of Friendly Ice Cream Company founder Prestley Blake and classic car collector Rick Carroll. Over the decades, the Silver Ghost has been carefully maintained, with an extensive refurbishment completed in the mid-2000s. More recently, it has gained accolades at some of the world's most prestigious automotive events, including a class win at the 2023 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, a special recognition at the 2024 San Marino Motor Classic, and a third-place finish at the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Finished in deep burgundy with black fenders, the car's exterior showcases signature Rolls-Royce craftsmanship, including nickel-plated bumpers, a Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament, and period-correct drum headlights. The interior, upholstered in red leather, features front and rear split-bench seats, fold-out middle-row jump seats, and a host of period touches, including a rear robe rope and footrest. Power comes from a 7.4-liter L-head inline-six engine, which underwent a comprehensive overhaul in 1998, followed by additional work in 2007. The engine retains its dual-plug ignition system and updraft carburetor, sending power to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. Offered with extensive documentation, including service records totaling over $260,000 in work, concours awards, and its original Schoellkopf cards, this Silver Ghost presents a rare opportunity to own a historic and highly decorated example of pre-war automotive excellence.
