THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original price
- Not documented
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith Ghia made its debut at the prestigious 1954 Pincio Concours, captivating onlookers with its unparalleled elegance and opulence. While initial speculation suggested that the car was destined for King Farouk of Egypt, automotive historian Gian Paolo Boano asserts with certainty that the sole Rolls-Royce commissioned by Carrozzeria Ghia during that period was intended for the renowned actress Ingrid Bergman, a gift from her husband, the esteemed film director Roberto Rossellini. This exceptional automobile, a symbol of luxury and sophistication, bore the unmistakable hallmark of Ghia’s craftsmanship and attention to detail. Its sleek lines and meticulously crafted exterior bespoke the meticulous artistry and ingenuity synonymous with the renowned Italian coachbuilder. Ingrid Bergman, celebrated for her timeless performances on the silver screen, was bestowed with this exquisite Rolls-Royce as a testament to Rossellini’s affection and admiration. The car served as a fitting complement to Bergman’s grace and elegance, embodying the epitome of automotive luxury. While the Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith Ghia may have initially sparked speculation regarding its intended recipient, its true significance lies in its association with one of Hollywood’s most iconic couples. As a cherished gift exchanged between two luminaries of the entertainment industry, this remarkable automobile continues to evoke a sense of nostalgia and admiration, forever enshrined in the annals of automotive and cinematic history.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- One-off
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Ghia
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Rolls-Royce
04 / INDIVIDUAL HISTORY
Chassis & provenance
Ownership & provenance
- Ownership & history · Legacy attribution
- Royal Family
Chassis LWOF48
- Chassis number
- LWOF48
- Year
- 1954
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
VII Concorso Internazionale di Eleganza – Pincio General · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 1954
- Chassis
- General
Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.
VII Concorso Internazionale di Eleganza General · From the historical archive
- Chassis
- General
- Venue
- Terrazza del Pincio · Rome
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 2 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.











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