Rolls-Royce Motors Cars was formed by Frederick Henry Royce and Charles Stewart Rolls on May 4, 1904. Royce was an engineer and Rolls was a salesman. Rolls Royce Motors cars made its international debut in December 1904 at the Paris Salon, exhibiting two-, three- and four- cylinder cars. In 1907, Rolls-Royce created the immortal Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost that was admired for its silence and smoothness. In 1998, the Rolls-Royce marque was acquired by the BMW Group. Rolls-Royce cars are known for their engineering perfection and unmatched style. To commemorate its centenary, Rolls-Royce decided to launch a new car that reflects the true spirit of Rolls-Royce and thus Rolls-Royce Phantom was born.