Entering its second year the Drophead Coupe has only received minor changes that include standard 21-inch wheels.

The cabin is fit for royalty and drives very well for a ?yacht? on wheels however due to its massive size the Phantom can be difficult to maneuver into tight spaces.

The Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is meant to carry rear passengers comfortably with an interior that boasts supple leather on every surface that is not covered with wood or chrome. The Phantom Drophead Coupe has a price tag of $430,000 however, it's worth it.

If the base of the Drophead Coupe is too plain for your tastes the tonneau cover can also be finished in blonde green teak, which is grown in Southeast Asia. Each piece has 30 separate pieces of teak that are naturally cut from the same tree to maintain the same grain patterns. The first few pieces are bonded together with black caulking. It is highly advised that the teak be oiled at every service interval.

Unlike other Rolls Royce, the Drophead Coupe has modern electronics and a design to match its haughty image, and an updated V12 engine. BMW was the main contributor to the engineering that ensures that the Dropehead Coupe is instantly recognizable as a Rolls Royce.

If you are able to afford the 2009 Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe, you really do not care what people think. However, it suffices to say that there is no other convertible that matches the Drophead's combination of prestige, luxury, and curbside presence.