Semaphore, semaphore, what was that again? 'A semaphore is a programming construct that acts as a signal or counter for controlling access to a shared resource. Alternatively, the waving alphabet used by flags on ships. Don't feel any smarter now? Don't worry about it.
Just memorise the signal. Because what Rolls-Royce is pulling out of the hat for Monterey Car Week 2024 also has a signalling effect. It is bright yellow - inside and out - and goes by the name of Spectre Semaphore.
On 16 August, the British company will unveil it as a world premiere at this year's "The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering", a prestigious meeting for unique cars. Gallery: Rolls-Royce Spectre Semaphore (2024) Monterey Car Week The semaphore mentioned at the beginning of this article stands for the colour of this particular Spectre : "Semaphore Yellow". While series-produced Rolls-Royces often don't stand out due to their upbeat colour scheme, customised and one-off luxury liners like to attract attention.
And this Spectre here is particularly eye-catching. The bonnet bears a work of art that took a total of 160 hours to paint. This silver-yellow LSD trip required silver paint and several coats of clear lacquer to guarantee a seamless surface.
"Marbled Paint Spill" is what Rolls-Royce calls it - a homage to the Golden State, inspired "by the casual elegance of the Californian coast". Rolls-Royce Spectre Semaphore (2024) Monterey Car Week Rolls-Royce Spectre Semaphore (2024) Monterey Car Week But just a.