In the early 1970s, Rolls-Royce faced a shifting global landscape. The 1973 oil crisis had made fuel economy a genuine concern, even for the ultra-wealthy. Furthermore, urban centers were becoming more congested, making the traditional long-wheelbase Phantoms and Silver Shadows increasingly difficult to maneuver. Engineers at Crewe began quietly developing a more compact chassis that could offer the same "waftability" of their flagship models without the gargantuan footprint.
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