Rolls-Royce Ghost 2011 Owner's Manual

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CONTENTS

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The power of simplicity 7

Effortlessly dynamic 14

Contemporary interior 24

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars 35

Personalisation 42

Technical specification 62

Legal information 64

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THE POWER OF SIMPLICIT Y

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‘‘Simplicity is the

hardest

design principle

to follow.’’

Ian Cameron,

Chief Designer.

The principle of delivering simplicity out of complexity
runs throughout Ghost. Everything is designed, engineered
and crafted to be so invitingly approachable, so simple,
it encourages you to regard Ghost as appropriate for
any occasion.

The advanced technology serves only to make driving
easier and more enjoyable, not to intrude or confuse.
While the phenomenal power of the twin turbo 6.6-litre
V12 engine is both effortless and rewarding.

Finally, the uncluttered interior cossets its occupants and
is a place to enjoy spending time. Simplicity may be hard
to achieve, but it’s worth the effort.

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‘‘It looks natural,

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not styled.’’

Andreas Thurner,

Exterior Designer.

Ghost is the essence of Rolls-Royce in its simplest,
purest form.

The classic Rolls-Royce proportions are all present and
correct: the ideal 2:1 ratio of the height of the wheels to
the height of the body; the long wheelbase and bonnet;
the shor t overhang at the front and the long overhang
at the rear.

Indeed, our Chief Designer has his own unique way of
describing Ghost. “Ghost is more like a well-tailored jacket
than a formal suit. Its powerful presence and proportions
leave you in no doubt that it’s cut from the same cloth as
the rest of the marque.”

In our opinion, it sums up perfectly what we set out
to achieve.

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EFFORTLESSLY DYNAMIC

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‘‘The balance of

refinement and dynamic

ability is astonishing.’’

Helmut Riedl,

Engineering Director.

The first time you push the star t button and press the
accelerator, you will be astonished by the lack of noise
from the engine.

Then by how whisper-quiet Ghost remains – no matter
how hard you push it.

The airsprings, electronically controlled dampers and
Active Roll Stabilisation take multiple readings from sensors
around the car and continually adjust the suspension
accordingly. This ensures the car stays level at all times,
even when travelling flat out along uneven road surfaces.

Not only does this make for a more dynamic and less
tiring ride for the driver, it also improves ride comfort for
the passengers.

More importantly, it helps create the magic carpet-like
ride Rolls-Royce is famous for.

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‘‘You can’t describe it,

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you have to drive it,

and when you do
you’ll have a smile

Ghost will effor tlessly propel you from 0 to 62 mph
(100 km/h) in 4.9 seconds.

While this figure is impressive in its own right, what
separates Ghost from other per formance cars is how
gracefully and smoothly its new twin turbo 6.6-litre V12
engine delivers a seemingly endless surge of power.

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on your face.’’

Theo Martin,

Head of Vehicle Concepts.

This is hardly surprising considering a maximum torque of
780 Nm (575 lb ft) is available from as low as 1,500 rpm. Or
that it’s capable of generating 563 bhp (420 kW / 570 PS).

What is surprising though, is the impression the eight-speed
automatic ZF gearbox gives of having an infinite first gear.

And the feeling of utter exhilaration that only a beaming
smile can truly express.

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Manufacturer’s test results. USA specification 5.0 seconds.

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