The Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is a long name for what is an eagerly-awaited car from the Good wood factory. From the outset the goal was clear - to create an opulent automobile for those occasions where no other car will do.

The Phantom Drophead Coupe is unmistakably a Rolls from any angle with the proud Corinthian grille and spirit of Ecstasy mascot adorning the never-ending bonnet. But these timeless elements have been re-styled to complement the modern approach the company has made this car. Built on a high-tech aluminium spaceframe, the Drophead is a completely new car and not just a Phantom with a folding top. The chunky aluminium A-pillars add both form and function to this automobile, and the car is 225mm shorter than its saloon sibling.

Powered by the same 6.75-litre naturally-aspirated V12 which powers the saloon, the Drophead Coupe accelerates to 100kph in less than six seconds and on to an electronically limited top speed of 240kph.

Colin Kelly, regional director Asia Pacific for Rolls-Royce was present at the car’s Indian launch, and stresses that India is a significant market for the marque. “With the Drophead Coupe, we want to drive the Rolls-Royce brand into the decade. Twenty cars are slated to be sold in the Asia-Pacific region, of which significant number will be sold here In India."

The Drophead is infinitely customizable, including an optional brushed steel bonnet. Rolls-Royce insists that no two cars will be alike. Considering the Rs 5 crore-plus price tag, that is the least consumers can expect!