This grand touring coupé was introduced by Rolls-Royce in 2013 as a more driver-focused addition to the Goodwood-era range, with its world debut taking place at the Geneva Motor Show. It was positioned as a fastback two-door with a more assertive character than the marque’s traditional limousine-led models, while still keeping the quiet luxury, craftsmanship, and effortless touring manner associated with the brand.
The name echoed one of Rolls-Royce’s historic nameplates, but the modern car was a distinct Goodwood-era model rather than a revival of the earlier prewar vehicle. In production form, it helped broaden the marque’s appeal beyond chauffeur-oriented saloons by offering a dramatic silhouette and a more personal, owner-driven experience. Over time, it became one of the most recognisable Rolls-Royce coupés of the 2010s and the basis for several special editions and bespoke commissions.
A Black Badge variant later gave the nameplate a darker, more performance-oriented interpretation, reinforcing the model’s role as the brand’s sporting flagship coupé. Production continued through the 2023 model year, when Rolls-Royce confirmed that the line would end as planned. That conclusion closed the chapter on one of the most important two-door models of the Goodwood era, and it left the car with a reputation as a landmark in the brand’s modern product history.