What followed was the placement of The Peninsula Hotels’ first order for seven Rolls-Royce Silver Shadows – at the time,the largest order Rolls-Royce had ever fulfilled. In subsequent years,the hotel group went on to break that record seven more times.
Across the group’s 12 hotels there are now more than 30 Rolls-Royces,with a couple more being recently added at the group’s stunning new London property.
All up,a fleet of 13 customised vehicles have swung into action at The Peninsula London for use by its guests – chauffeur-driven,of course.
Two new Phantom VIII Series II Extended Wheelbase Limousines now reside at The Peninsula London,with the British-made vehicles including numerous unique features,such as luggage compartments specially modified to fit up to four large suitcases and exterior paint in the signature Brewster Green,also known as “Peninsula Green”.
There’s also a 1935 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Sedanca De-Ville that was meticulously restored in a process that took seven years. Vintage it may be,but the vehicle has new power-assisted steering,an upgraded electrical system and alternator,twin batteries,increased fans for engine cooling and an electronic ignition. Other changes have been made to maximise passenger comfort,including the addition of air-conditioning,an entertainment system,and a cocktail cabinet.
Also in the London garage are four new hybrid Bentley Bentaygas which are the first luxury hybrid SUVs to join a Peninsula fleet. At the sportier end of things are three BMW i7 electric sedans,with long EV range.