Rolls-Royce Motor Cars: Making a Legend

“For fans of fantastic design, the likes of which can only inhabit an exceptional Rolls-Royce we have the perfect holiday gift for you… Notoriously crafted by hand the authors introduce readers to the technicians, artisan, craftsmen, designers, and innovators behind the creation and evolution of these magnificent machines.” – UnnamedProject“Authors Simon Van Booy and Harvey Briggs and photographer Mariona Vilarós take an insider’s tour of the factory where each Rolls is built by hand. The 296-page book incorporates elements of the UK automaker’s heritage, including vintage design sketches and assembly line photos.” – The Awesomer“Take a change of pace to appreciate the legacy of Rolls Royce. Let’s stipulate that Rolls Royce is about as far from Ferrari as it’s possible to get in the luxury car world. But even though these British icons diverge from everything we love to love about Ferraris, we can honour the craftsmanship and engineering that goes into every Rolls.” – Amici di Maranello newsletter (America NW region)“Providing an exclusive look at the company’s home in Goodwood, never-before-seen archival materials, interviews with the artisans and engineers, and profiles of some of the most decadent vehicles to ever bear the Spirit of Ecstasy.” – Inside Hook“A new book details all the painstaking steps that go into building a Rolls-Royce…tells the stories of the people who bring some of the world’s most luxurious cars to life” – Viju Mathew, Robb Report“Readers can expect not only a thorough exploration of the history behind Rolls-Royce, but also a deep-dive into the multitude of artisans and makers that come together to make each and every vehicle.” – Chris Singh, Boss Hunting“We’ve got just the high-octane page-turner for you (and your coffee table). Featuring in-depth descriptions and remarkable photographs ranging from initial sketches to the finished luxury products, this new release from ACC Art Books was authorised by the British carmaker – meaning it had unfettered access, from the drawing board to drivetrain testing.” - Jonathan Wells, The Gentleman’s Journal“A new book celebrates Rolls-Royce’s singular achievements in the bespoke luxury world.” - Jared Paul Stern, Maxim magazine“A new book traces the rich history and evolution of the of ultra-exclusive automaker—which is actually German-owned… celebrates the accomplishment in suitable style.” - Jared Paul Stern, Maxim magazine

Simon Van Booy is a celebrated Anglo-American author, who has won the Frank O’Connor International Short Story Award. His essays have been published in The New York Times, The Daily Telegraph, The Guardian and more.

Harvey Briggs is the Editor/Publisher of Rides & Drives, a website dedicated to motoring journeys across the world.