For anyone looking to discover the latest Rolls-Royce Phantom to arrive on the Dourado showroom floor, the search ends with a striking Velvet Blue Phantom Extended, finished in a colourway that suits the marque's flagship saloon perfectly. Assembled at Goodwood in 2014, this long-wheelbase Phantom pairs a naturally aspirated V12 engine producing 453 hp with the kind of effortless, silent authority that has made the Phantom nameplate the benchmark of automotive luxury for over a century.
Rolls-Royce occupies a category of its own in Dubai, and Dourado's Rolls Royce collection reflects the emirate's appetite for the marque's most distinguished models. From the Phantom to the Cullinan, Wraith and Dawn, the showroom in Al Quoz brings together some of the finest examples of British coachbuilding currently available in the UAE, each selected to meet the exacting standards of collectors and connoisseurs alike.
This particular example, the Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended in Velvet Blue, is a long-wheelbase variant, meaning rear-seat passengers benefit from the additional legroom and lounge-like comfort the Extended body style was designed to deliver. It stands alongside other formidable Rolls-Royce models in Dourado's inventory, offering buyers a genuine choice within the same storied lineage.
Why the Phantom Remains Rolls-Royce's Flagship
Since its introduction, the Phantom has served as the standard-bearer for Rolls-Royce, a role it continues to hold today. It is the model against which every other ultra-luxury saloon is measured, not merely for its size or presence but for the sheer refinement of its engineering. The V12 engine at the heart of this Phantom Extended delivers smooth, near-silent power delivery, a hallmark of Rolls-Royce's pursuit of what the brand famously calls a "magic carpet ride". For buyers in Dubai, where long, comfortable journeys across the city and beyond are part of daily life, that ride quality is not a luxury but a genuine point of difference.
Velvet Blue: A Colour Befitting the Phantom
Exterior colour choice matters enormously on a car like the Phantom, and Velvet Blue is a shade that suits the saloon's imposing yet elegant proportions. Deep, rich and understated rather than flashy, it reflects the kind of quiet confidence that has always defined Rolls-Royce ownership. Paired with the Phantom's iconic Pantheon grille and the presence of the Spirit of Ecstasy at its bow, this Velvet Blue example makes a statement without ever needing to shout, a quality that resonates strongly with Dubai's more discerning collectors who favour substance over ostentation.
Goodwood Assembly and What It Means
This Phantom was assembled at Rolls-Royce's home in Goodwood, England, the site where every modern Rolls-Royce has been built since 2003. Goodwood assembly is significant not just as a mark of provenance but as an assurance of the meticulous, largely hand-finished production process that defines the marque. Interested buyers can explore more about Rolls-Royce's Goodwood heritage and current model range directly via Rolls-Royce Motor Cars' official site, though it is in person, on Dourado's showroom floor in Al Quoz, that the Phantom's craftsmanship is best appreciated.
A Wider Rolls-Royce Selection at Dourado
While the Velvet Blue Phantom Extended is the star of this particular story, it is far from the only Rolls-Royce worth discovering at Dourado. The showroom also holds a Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge with a Novitec Spofec kit, offering a bolder, more performance-oriented take on the marque's SUV, alongside multiple examples of the Rolls-Royce Wraith by Onyx Concept and the Rolls-Royce Dawn by Onyx Concept. Buyers drawn to bespoke detailing may also wish to view the Rolls-Royce Cullinan in Deep Salamanca Blue by Onyx Concept, another example of how far personalisation can be taken within the Rolls-Royce range. Those interested specifically in Onyx Concept's bespoke work more broadly can browse the full Onyx Concept collection or visit Onyx Concept's official site for further background on the brand's approach to customisation.
Why Dubai Buyers Continue to Choose the Phantom
Dubai's luxury car market has long shown a particular affinity for Rolls-Royce, and the Phantom in particular carries a status that few other saloons can match. Whether intended for personal use, chauffeur-driven duties, or simply as a statement addition to a serious collection, the Phantom Extended's blend of V12 power, long-wheelbase comfort and understated design continues to appeal to buyers who value substance and provenance over trend. Within the wider context of the UAE's appetite for both saloons and SUVs from the marque, the Phantom retains a unique position as the model that arguably matters most to the brand's identity.
Those looking to view this Velvet Blue Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended in person, or to explore the rest of Dourado's Rolls-Royce and wider luxury inventory, are welcome to visit the showroom in Al Quoz or browse the full inventory online. For enquiries, the Dourado team can be reached via the contact page.