C/D Overview: The Phantom makes the ultimate statement about an owner's wealth, especially since he or she will likely be found in the luxurious rear seats. True plutocrats should opt for the long-wheelbase model. Were the owner to drive it, they'd be surprised by the car's handling.
Highs: Universally recognized as the vehicle used by very important people. As refined at speed as a car can be.
Lows: Hugely expensive, hugely huge, hugely conspicuous.
What's New: Introduced in 2003; unchanged for 2010.
Behind The Wheel: This massive sedan's ride is nearly as placid as it gets, and its power is certainly “adequate,” as Rolls is fond of saying. Driving it may well be the very definition of living large.