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Rolls-Royce announces immense Qatar growth
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olls-Royce Motor Cars Doha recorded one of its highest ever years of sales in 2012. The year concluded with an impressive 20% increase, making Qatar one of the best-performing Rolls-Royce markets in the region. “These impressive results further confirm the increasing importance of the Qatari market for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and highlight the increasing strength of the ultra-luxury car market in the country,” said Mohammed Kandeel, General Manager of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Doha. The car brand’s luxury, comfort and innovative design contributed to the growth, Kandeel said. Newly launched car lines like the Phantom Series II, a contemporary update on previous models, have improved drivers’ experiences behind the wheel. The Phantom Series II line, including Phantom, Phantom Drophead Coupe and Phantom Coupe, went on sale in Qatar in August. The company won’t settle down now, though, said Kandeel. Rolls-Royce is committed to making 2013 even more exciting for its customers.
Rolls-Royce Wraith excels in style
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olls-Royce Motor Cars is set to debut the luxurious new Rolls-Royce Wraith on March 5 at the Geneva Motor show. “Phantom-grade” leathers and Canadel Panelling, or the use of open-pore wood, flood the car’s interior with an elegant atmosphere not unlike that of a luxury yacht. The exterior resonates with a similar glamour and keeps its traditional glow and resonance.
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It’s the small details, though, that set the Wraith apart from the rest. The clock utilises blood-orange needle tips, a nod to the marque’s aviation heritage. Even the book-matched veneers and stitched seat cushions speak to the vehicle’s superior craftsmanship. Bearing in mind the care put into making each Rolls-Royce Wraith, it’s evident that that the car is built entirely by hand – just like every other Rolls-Royce that has ever been produced.