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Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost

AN INSTANT CLASSIC

AS HAS OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS past occasions, soothing melodies issued from the fingertips of a classical
pianist intermingled with the polite hum of small talk, lightly lubricated by complimentary champagne and
white wine. Black-tied staff catered to whims before they were wished. Though the invite-only list of attendees
barely crested 70, many were Club Braman veterans experienced with the level of sophistication that has become
a hallmark of the dealership’s events.
There was but a single clue to why and how this particular night at Braman Rolls-Royce Palm Beach would
differ from those before: a barely-hidden electric sense of excitement crackled through the air—unseen but
undoubtedly felt.
Was it the simultaneously charming and imposing shadows cast by Jose Fanjul’s meticulously restored, matching
1957 and 1958 Silver Wraith Limousines which greeted guests? Or the darkened middle showroom of the
Luxury Pre-Owned center—by day home to millions of dollars of exotic and luxury vehicles, but on this evening
transformed by intricate light fixtures, raised stage, and a dance floor surrounded by stylish banquet furniture?

Even Martin Fritsches, President of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars North America exuded an uncharacteristic anxious
energy as he casually bantered with guests. This would be a vehicle reveal unlike any before.

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