Automotive
Rolls-Royce is bringing the world of fine British tailoring into the cabin of a motor car with the new Ghost Savile Row, a one-of-one Ghost Extended commission set to be presented at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Inspired by London’s legendary Savile Row, the car celebrates bespoke craftsmanship, personal style, and the quiet connection between two British institutions known for creating deeply individualized luxury.
The exterior sets the tone with a restrained but elegant two-tone finish of Midnight Sapphire over English White. Rolls-Royce says the combination is meant to evoke a navy suit paired with a crisp white dress shirt, while a hand-painted Silver Featureline replaces the traditional coachline. Rather than separating the two paint colors, the thin silver accent sits within the white upper section, suggesting the subtle flash of cufflinks or a dress watch against a tailored shirt.
Inside, the tailoring theme becomes even more deliberate. Navy Blue and Arctic White leather define the cabin, with Selby Grey stitching, piping, and embroidered RR monograms adding the visual language of fine suiting. Rolls-Royce has also applied a bespoke vertical run-stitch to the seats for the first time, inspired by the pinstripe of a tailored suit. Each seat insert is carefully aligned to the seat geometry, giving the cabin the same sense of precision you would expect from a perfectly cut jacket.
The most impressive detail is hidden behind the rear center armrest. Lowering it reveals a bespoke embroidery inspired by the colorful lining of a fine jacket. The artwork depicts a plan-view interpretation of the square trees in the courtyard at the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood and the shadows they cast. It is the most demanding single-frame embroidery Rolls-Royce has ever created, using seven colors, 250,000 stitches, and 1,830 meters of thread. The piece alone took nine hours to produce.
The craftsmanship continues with Open Pore White Wood on the fascia, steering-wheel spoke, and door uppers, contrasted by Black Wood on the center console lids. Rolls-Royce also added details many owners may notice only over time, including a leather-wrapped indicator stalk with Arctic White stitching, an Arctic White leather-wrapped volume control, and Navy Blue leather-wrapped climate controls. Even the small touchpoints have been treated like parts of a bespoke wardrobe.
Finishing touches include illuminated treadplates featuring the same design as the hidden embroidery and bespoke umbrellas with Navy Blue canopies, Selby Grey beading, and Arctic White handles. Like the best tailoring, Ghost Savile Row is not loud about its craftsmanship, but it rewards closer inspection at every level. For Rolls-Royce, this one-off Ghost Extended is another reminder that true luxury is not just about materials or price. It is about making something feel personal, intentional, and unmistakably made to measure.
Mike Floyd is a finance executive by trade and a car enthusiast at heart. As a CFO with a keen eye for detail and strategy, Mike brings his analytical mindset to the automotive world, uncovering fresh insights and unique perspectives that go beyond the surface. His passion for cars—especially his favorite, the Porsche 911, fuels his contributions to Automotive Addicts, where he blends a love for performance and design with his professional precision. Whether he’s breaking down industry trends or spotlighting emerging innovations, Mike helps keep the site both sharp and forward-thinking.
