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glass panel that offers the new Spirit operating system. e steering wheel is wrapped in two-tone grey and black leather with carbon fiber accents and sports today's plethora of control devices, but they're reasonably identified and easy to use. While the Ghost is fully computerized and up to date, you needn't be a certified geek to operate this majestic instrument. We properly tested the Ghost by bringing friends along for a road trip to lunch. While there wasn't enough time for our guests to enjoy the immersive rear theater system, they could toast with Champagne from the center fridge in RR monogramed crystal. ere was also a separate compartment with a crystal RR decanter and tumblers in case a stronger beverage was needed. All this splendor was overseen by a headliner illuminated with a shooting star motif. Since the best car in the world (at least in large form) should be a joy to drive, the team at Rolls-Royce has delivered the goods. is voluptuous 5,445-pound Ghost receives power from a twin- turbocharged 6.75-liter V12 engine that will propel it to 100 MPH in 10 seconds. We briefly tested that alacrity when we passed a somewhat leisurely vehicle on a two-lane highway. ere's not a trace of a howling engine, crackling exhaust, or rapid gear shifting. Just the silent hand from above propelling the Ghost quickly by what was in front a moment ago. And the all-wheel-drive coupled with all-wheel-steering and Planar adaptive suspension combine to assure confidence well above what cars of this size usually deliver. Regrettably, there's not enough editorial space to reveal all the attributes that make this half-million-plus Rolls-Royce quite special. For instance, the optional Bespoke Audio incorporates two "speakerless" exciters into the headliner that accompany the 18-speaker, 1,400-watt array system to create an expansive soundstage. My hi-res music files sang with joy! is Rolls-Royce Ghost is really in a league of its own. Please pass the Grey Poupon, my lovely tray table is deployed. Front-engine, all-wheel drive 6.7-liter Twin-Turbo V12 591 @ 5,800 RPM 664 lb.ft. @ 1,600 RPM $420,000 $547,975 12 city 19 highway 14 combined TYPE: ENGINE: HORSEPOWER: TORQUE: BASE PRICE: AS TESTED: FUEL CONSUMPTION: 2025 Rolls-Royce Ghost II Black Badge @ranchandcoast RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE AUGUST 2025 83