Rolls Royce Wraith for Export from Dubai

Rolls Royce Wraith for export from Dubai: a fast coupe whose production has ended

The Wraith is the Rolls-Royce two-door coupe built on the Ghost's underpinnings, and for an export buyer the key fact is that it is out of production. Rolls-Royce showed the car in 2013 and ended it in the early 2020s, so every Wraith for sale was built in a fixed window. That makes the car a closed set, and it means a buyer can learn what a good one looks like and wait for it. Anyone looking at a Rolls Royce Wraith for export from Dubai should aim to understand that set before choosing.

It carries a 6.6 litre twin-turbo V12 and seats four. The cars below come from verified sellers in the UAE. For a Wraith for use inside the Emirates, see the used Rolls Royce Wraith page for Dubai, which lists cars sold for local use.

From the 2013 launch to the final cars

The Wraith was shown at the Geneva motor show in 2013, with deliveries following that year. It was the fastest and most powerful Rolls-Royce of its day, and it was marketed as a driver's car in a range of limousines. A Black Badge version arrived in 2016, with more power and darker detailing.

The Wraith shared the shorter Ghost platform of the first generation, which gives it a lineage back to 2009 and some BMW engineering. When Rolls-Royce moved to its own aluminium structure for newer cars, the Wraith stayed on the older base until the end. Production ended in the early 2020s, and the company marked the end of the Wraith and Dawn with limited final cars.

Because the car had a single design for about a decade, the differences are in small details such as lights, software and trim. Ask for the first registration date and the VIN, and keep the build plate photograph.

Early cars and late cars also differ in how they were sold. A Wraith from the first years was a new idea for the brand, a coupe that put driving ahead of being driven, and some buyers prefer the original look. Later cars carry a longer record of small refinements.

Standard Wraith, Black Badge and special editions

The standard Wraith has a twin-turbo V12 producing around 624 horsepower and an eight-speed automatic that uses satellite data. It has a fastback roofline and a starlit headliner as an option, which Rolls-Royce called the Starlight Headliner. The car is fast for its size, with a quiet and relaxed character.

The Black Badge Wraith raises output further and adds stiffer settings, a darker look and its own wheels. It has more appeal to enthusiasts, and it is usually priced above the standard car. Because dark parts can be added to a standard Wraith, check the VIN and the build sheet to make sure the car is a true Black Badge.

Do not pay a Black Badge premium on a seller's word alone. Ask for the dealer invoice or the factory record, and compare the wheels, the badge and the interior details against Rolls-Royce's pictures.

If a listing mentions a named edition, ask for the certificate or the dealer invoice that proves it. Late cars sometimes carry commemorative badges, and an unproven claim should be treated as a decoration.

Coupe body, four seats and rear-hinged doors

The Wraith is a long, heavy two-door coupe. The doors are hinged at the rear, which makes entry to the back seat easy once the door is open, but they swing wide and need space. The rear seats are real seats for adults on short journeys, with legroom less generous than in a saloon.

The boot is a fair size for a coupe, and the car works well for two people travelling with luggage. Four adults is possible, though it suits shorter trips.

The driver's seat is where a Wraith owner spends time, so its condition tells you the most. Look at the bolsters, the steering wheel rim and the pedal rubbers, and see whether they match the mileage on the clock.

The roofline and long doors matter in shipping. A forwarder needs the exact size, and the long doors need care when the car is parked tightly beside others on a ship. Ask the forwarder how they plan to protect the door edges.

What sets the price of a Wraith sold for export

Version comes first: standard, Black Badge or special edition. Then the usual ones follow: mileage, service history and the condition of the interior and paint. A Wraith with a clean record and low mileage stands out in a finite pool.

Wheels deserve a second look. Large alloys on a heavy coupe pick up kerb damage, and refinishing a set costs real money. Ask for close photographs of every rim.

Specification matters a good deal. Rolls-Royce sold the car with many paint and trim choices, and a bold colour can attract or repel buyers.

Many buyers abroad know the Wraith by its silhouette and its fastback, which makes it recognisable and simpler to sell on than a rare special. A starlight headliner, bespoke inlays and special wheels all add interest, but only if they are in good order.

Finally, freight and duty. A big V12 coupe may be charged heavily at the other end, and the shipping quote depends on the size and weight. Ask the forwarder for both numbers before you make an offer.

Gulf-specification Wraiths and cars from other markets

A Gulf-specification Wraith is built for heat and has a history with the regional importer. In the Gulf, many Wraiths were bought for weekend use, so mileage can be low but the car may have stood for long periods. Check the battery, tyres and rubber seals for age.

A car that has stood for long periods may also have dried rubber, stale fluids and flat spots on the tyres. Ask when the brake fluid and coolant were last changed, and have the underside inspected for leaks.

Some Wraiths in the UAE come from other markets. Look at the VIN to learn where each began, and check the lights, speed units and equipment against what your country requires. Navigation and online features can vary by region.

Support at the destination is also important. Parts for the Wraith will remain available from Rolls-Royce for many years, but body panels and electronics can be slow to arrive. Find a dealer or specialist before buying, and ask whether they will accept a car first sold in the Gulf.

How to buy a Wraith in Dubai for export

Begin with the rules at your end: age limit, emissions standard, steering side and the documents your port wants. A Wraith from 2014 may be near an age cap that a 2020 car clears easily.

Keep an eye on timing. Some rules change on the first of the year or at a financial year end, and a car that qualifies today may not qualify when it arrives. Ask the forwarder for the expected transit time and plan around it.

Then pick a car from the verified UAE sellers and deal with them directly. OneClickDrive is a car marketplace with no commission, and it does not inspect the car, ship it, prepare papers or give a guarantee. These jobs belong to the seller, the buyer and the forwarder.

Request the registration document, VIN, service history and build sheet. Ask for photographs of the underside, wheels, door edges and rear seats, and book an independent inspection if you cannot visit. Settle in writing who cancels the UAE registration and issues the export papers.

Choose a forwarder who ships high-value coupes and can protect the doors and the nose. Confirm the sailing method, the insurance and the bill of lading wording. Pay a deposit only against a written agreement that names the car and the VIN, and release the balance once you have the documents.

Age limits, emissions rules and the last questions

Age rules apply most to early Wraiths. A car from 2013 or 2014 is old enough for some destinations to refuse, and the count can start at first registration or at manufacture. Ask the authority which, and what document proves it.

The twin-turbo V12 is a large engine, and some destinations tax it heavily or apply emissions limits. Ask the authority directly, and ask a forwarder what similar cars paid at the same port.

Left-hand drive is the only layout on UAE cars, and a right-hand-drive market will not register the Wraith. A market that registers only right-hand-drive cars cannot take a Wraith from Dubai.

Before paying, ask whether the car is clear of finance and fines, whether the registration matches the VIN, whether it has had accident repair, and whether it is standard or Black Badge. Ask for the record of suspension, cooling and electrical work, and ask whether the headliner lights and the infotainment screen work.

Ask also for a video of the car starting from cold and running through its gears. A clean start with no warning lights is a better sign than any description.

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