"ROLLS ROYCE SILVER WRAITH"

THE EPITOME OF LUXURY

Here is a car model that has existed for more than 50 years and has been dubbed one of the most luxurious vehicles to date. The 50's wraith was developed with a 4.6L engine having rear wheel drive and a 4-speed manual gearbox. Today it is owned by those of high status (The President of the Republic of Zimbabwe) showing how much it reflects British Grandiosity. 

'1952 Wraith: Zimbabwe'

 

However the Rolls Royce's evolution has seen it transforming from a 'Prestigious luxury Vehicle' to more of a 'Sporty luxurious Car'(1950' Wraith Vs 2016. The 21st Century Wraith now holds an amazing 6.6L V12 Twin-turbo engine and an 8-speed Automatic Gearbox, producing about 624 Horse power. Though it is now a sporty looking car, it a fact that it hasn't lost its ancestry taste for luxury.

'1952 Wraith'

'2016 Wraith'

"The 2016 Wraith is the car that has broken the stereotype that chauffeurs are the only people who drive Rolls-Royces"

"VOLVO AMAZON 1956 - 1970"

Volvo Amazon

This is a classic Volvo from the 120 Series family generally known as the 'Amazon'. Half a million of these were built by Volvo between 1956-1970 and gained a well-earned reputation for toughness and longevity. This series is were Volvo made its name in world markets. When introduced the car caused some surprises for a relatively small-engined (1580cc-1990cc) car with a performance matching and in some cases exceeding some sports cars. It is noted that this car had a straightforward engine which was ideal for the home mechanic as compared to the engines being built today. Though this revolutionary car series  has ceased production, this is where the Volvo we know and love today got its qualities from. (Pic taken in Harare Zimbabwe 09/04/2016)

Volvo S90