Rolls Royce has decided to update the Phantom range but apparently they realized that the car is already too good, so any major change would do more harm than good. That’s why this update only includes a revised grille and some new lights!

Actually the front end is slightly changed which meant to harmonize it with the Drophead and upcoming Phantom Coupe. As a new feature you get LED door handle illumination and two new wheel designs to choose from. Inside of the car some of the new stuffs include new front and rear door cappings, bi-directional double reading lights in the C-pillar and repositioned electric window switches.

Press Release:

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is pleased to announce details of a product update to the 2009 model year Phantom and Phantom Extended Wheelbase. Building on a successful sales year in 2008, the phased introduction of a number of subtle model year enhancements will reinforce Phantom’s position as the pinnacle product of the super luxury segment. Harmonising the front appearance of the car with that of the Phantom Drophead Coupe and Phantom Coupe, a new streamlined front bumper has been designed and integrated with a shallower grille, finished in stainless steel.

Other new exterior features include LED door handle illumination and the fitting of 21-inch cast aluminum wheels as standard. Two further wheel options exist, both manufactured in forged alloy and available in either painted or part polished finishes.

Inside, rear passengers will benefit from a new RCA component input which provides auxiliary audio and visual connectivity to the 12-inch monitors mounted within the picnic tables. Further features include new front and rear door cappings with integrated grab handles and new bi-directional double reading lights in the C-pillar provide additional illumination. Rear climate control, volume control and electric window switches are now conveniently repositioned, housed in a wood veneer panel in the door.

Production will commence at Goodwood in the spring.