The unique 100-year-old Silver Ghost manages 15 miles to the gallon and is said to still be capable of “cruising” at 60mph.u00a0The car was originally bought in 1912 for about £1,000 (Rs 85,200). It has now gone under the hammer for £4,705,500 (Rs 40 crore); the most expensive Rolls-Royce ever sold at auction. The lengthy sale saw two enthusiasts duelling for the car, with the bidding going up in increments of £100,000

Through the roof: The auction saw two enthusiasts duelling for the pristine car