Produced from 1922 until 1929, the 20hp was the smallest member of Rolls-Royce’s glorious trio of 1920s motor cars.

In contrast to the larger Phantom and Silver Ghost, the 20hp was designed for the owner-driver, and as with its contemporaries, the model was clothed by a variety of respected coachbuilders such as Park Ward, Mulliner and the lesser-known Freestone and Webb.

The 20hp was powered by a newly-designed 3127cc, straight six engine, driven through initially a three speed gearbox which was improved to a four speed with right hand change in 1925.

A four wheel braking system was also introduced in that year, and the instantly recognisable Rolls-Royce radiator grille changed from enamel plated horizontal slats to nickel plated vertical in 1928.

Based in Willesden, North London, Messers Freestone and Webb founded their coachbuilding company in 1923 after honing their craft at Crossley Motors and in France respectively.

Distinctive designs, including the ‘Top Hat’ and ‘Razor Edg...