Five-Point Inspection: 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase

5. Priced to Sell?

So far the AutoGuide choir has been singing the Ghost’s praises. We’re smitten with its unnaturally aspirated V12 engine, over-the-top luxury amenities and lounge-worthy back seat. Now it’s time for the bad news.

This Rolls-Royce’s base price is a hard pill to swallow; in fact it’s like trying to choke down a Christmas tree. It’s roughly equivalent to the cost of a developing nation’s space program. The entry-level version stickers for a shade less than $300,000, but the model tested had more than 60 grand in options piled on top. It’s like poutine loaded with extra gravy and cheese, except these add-ons won’t stain your clothes or lead to cardiac distress. The 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost actually lowers blood pressure by relaxing and rejuvenating, especially the extended wheelbase version. Think of it as an Asian massage parlor on wheels with not just a happy ending, but a joyous beginning and middle as well.

Of course with a price tag of at least 300 large the Rolls-Royce Ghost is appropriately named because just like a foggy apparition you’re probably never going to see one in your garage.

GALLERY: 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase

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