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The $650,000 Rolls-Royce Phantom Limelight is designed for famous people

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The Rolls-Royce Phantom is already one of the most exclusive cars in the world; the 110-year-old marque makes no secret of the fact that its clients may have their cars customized any way they choose, so long as it's technically feasible and legal. But if you're both rich and famous, that's another level of exclusivity altogether.

The Phantom Limelight Collection — a run of 25 specially-fitted Phantoms — was "conceived for that select group of people who spend their lives in the public eye and on the world stage," the company says in a press release. That starts with the rear doors, which have been fitted with special compartments: on the ladies' side, room for jewelry, on the men's side, a concealed space for watches. Both sides have room for three fragrances in handmade bottles imported from France's Bresle Valley: one each for morning, midday, and evening. I'm not aware of anyone who changes their fragrance depending on the time of day, but then again, I'm not a billionaire socialite.

The Limelight also debuts a new type of rear seat for the Phantom that's apparently been optimized for relaxation through consultation with medical professionals, featuring a motorized calf rest, a 27-degree incline, and foot rests that pop out of the car's floor. Naturally, the car features Rolls-Royce's trademark Starlight headliner, which uses fiber optics to create a star pattern above the passengers. (Specced separately, it's a five-figure option.)

You can choose the Limelight in one of two color schemes — Light and Dark — but as with any Roller, money talks; you can most definitely have it your way, as long as the price is right. Base sticker for US customers will start somewhere in the neighborhood of $650,000, and it can be ordered immediately.

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