Rolls-Royce Unveils La Rose Noire Droptail, One Of The Most Valuable Commissions Ever Created

During Monterey Car Week 2023 Rolls-Royce Motor Cars revealed La Rose Noire Droptail, a dark, daring, and dramatic coachbuilt masterpiece to the world. Droptail is a modern interpretation of a roadster body type for the first time in the marque’s contemporary history, Rolls-Royce. One of the most valuable commissions ever created, this commission represents one of only four versions of Droptail that will ever be built.

The automotive world was set ablaze during the Monterey Car Week 2023 as Rolls-Royce Motor Cars unveiled a creation that left everyone in awe – La Rose Noire Droptail. This dark, daring, and dramatic coachbuilt masterpiece is not just another luxury vehicle; it’s a statement, a work of art on wheels that redefines the concept of automotive craftsmanship.

Droptail marks a significant milestone in Rolls-Royce’s contemporary history, as it introduces a modern interpretation of the iconic roadster body type. It’s a departure from the brand’s more familiar designs, showcasing Rolls-Royce’s ability to push the boundaries of luxury automobile manufacturing. What makes this unveiling even more remarkable is that La Rose Noire Droptail is one of the most valuable commissions ever undertaken by Rolls-Royce, a true testament to the level of bespoke luxury that the brand can deliver.

At the heart of La Rose Noire Droptail’s design is the inspiration drawn from the enchanting Black Baccara rose. This mesmerizing flower, with its dark pomegranate-colored petals that appear almost black in certain lighting conditions, served as the muse for this automotive masterpiece. In direct light, a breathtaking red pearlescent shimmer graces the car’s dark surface, creating a dynamic interplay of colors. It’s this captivating contrast that forms the primary palette of La Rose Noire Droptail, making it an automotive work of art that is both beautiful and elusive.

One of the standout features of this extraordinary vehicle is its removable hard top, which bestows Droptail with two distinct personalities. Without the roof, it transforms into an open-top roadster, allowing occupants to experience the wind in their hair and the thrill of open-road driving. However, with the roof in place, it becomes a formidable and dramatic coupé, offering a cocoon of luxury and comfort that’s perfect for those long, grand journeys.

While the exterior of La Rose Noire Droptail is nothing short of spectacular, the interior takes this masterpiece to an entirely new level of opulence and craftsmanship. The interior design is an abstract expression of falling rose petals, a concept brought to life using an astonishing 1,603 pieces of blackwood veneer triangles. This intricate and delicate woodwork represents the single most complex wood project ever undertaken by Rolls-Royce. The dedication and concentration required to craft this masterpiece were immense, with the artisan working in one-hour sessions for a maximum of five hours a day, over several weeks, in a sound-insulated space to ensure perfection.

But the interior’s beauty doesn’t stop there. The fascia of Rolls-Royce La Rose Noire Droptail boasts an integrated one-off timepiece by Audemars Piguet, a specially commissioned work of horological artistry. Coachbuild designers and engineers went to great lengths to create a clasp mechanism that elegantly presents the timepiece at the touch of a button, further enhancing the bespoke experience for the lucky owner.

In celebration of this magnificent commission, the client also requested a Bespoke Rolls-Royce Champagne Chest. Appointed with matching parquetry and meticulously coordinated with the car’s color and materials, it’s the perfect companion for those moments of indulgence.