Man Buys Rare Rolls-Royce Phantom for 30% Off After Dealership's Pricing Blunder

A rare extended wheelbase Rolls-Royce Phantom has found a new owner after an unexpected bargain. Breck Kennedy purchased the luxury car from a Japanese dealership, unaware they had mispriced it as a standard model. The deal turned out to be far cheaper than usual—by as much as 30 percent. The story began when Kennedy’s friend, who exports cars from Japan, spotted the 2000s-era Phantom. The dealership had listed it as a standard wheelbase version, not realising it was the longer, more valuable EWB model. Kennedy paid the lower price and arranged the purchase.

The car, originally from the US, had been sitting unused for weeks and arrived in poor condition. Its battery was dead, and the engine refused to start. Kennedy spent over three months sorting out the import process, delayed by holidays and the vehicle’s mechanical issues. Once running, he drove it more than 1,200 miles back home. Rolls-Royce, a brand founded in 1904 by Charles Rolls and Henry Royce, later saw its automotive division acquired by BMW in 1998. This particular Phantom, now in Kennedy’s hands, will soon receive a full service before appearing at car shows this spring and summer.

The extended wheelbase Phantom, bought at a fraction of its usual cost, is now back on the road. Kennedy’s plans include showcasing it at events while completing the necessary repairs. The rare find highlights how overlooked details can lead to unexpected opportunities.