Rolls-Royce fans who miss open-top luxury cars may finally have something exciting to look at, even if it exists only in the digital world for now.

The British luxury brand hasn’t offered a convertible grand tourer since the Rolls-Royce Dawn, which ended production in 2023. Today, the only true grand tourer in the lineup is the all-electric Spectre, and it is available only as a coupe. While there have been rumors about a future Spectre convertible, nothing official has been confirmed yet.

Because of this gap in the lineup, a talented digital artist has stepped in with a bold idea.

Meet the Rolls-Royce Vespyre (Unofficial)

The Rolls-Royce Vespyre is a virtual concept created by digital designer @avarvarii, who recently shared the project on YouTube. This is not an official Rolls-Royce model, but it looks so realistic that many fans wish it were real.

The name “Vespyre” appears to be inspired by the word “vesper,” which comes from Latin and means evening or evening star. The artist says the design takes inspiration from classic Rolls-Royce models like the Silver Shadow from the 1970s and 1980s, mixed with subtle Art Deco styling.

The result is an elegant, modern open-top grand tourer that feels both classic and fresh.

Classic Rolls-Royce Design, With a Modern Twist

At the front, the Vespyre looks instantly familiar. It features a large Rolls-Royce grille, slim headlights, and the iconic retractable Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament. The design is clean and smooth, giving the car a timeless luxury feel.

One interesting surprise is that the Vespyre does not use rear-hinged coach doors, which are common on many Rolls-Royce models. Instead, it goes with a more traditional door layout.

The soft convertible roof is fully electric and folds neatly into a compartment behind the seats. The rear deck is flat and elegant, while the taillights resemble those of the Dawn and Wraith, but in a slightly smaller and more modern form.

The trunk looks rather small, which suggests limited cargo space, but that’s not unusual for a luxury convertible focused more on style and comfort than practicality.

A Luxury-Focused Interior

Inside, the Vespyre stays true to classic luxury values. The digital artist imagined a cabin filled with wood trim, premium leather, and physical buttons instead of fully touch-based controls.

The dashboard features analogue gauges, along with what looks like a rotating infotainment screen, similar to what Bentley uses in some of its models. The steering wheel is simple and elegant, keeping everything familiar and easy to use.

Overall, the interior feels like a perfect mix of old-school craftsmanship and modern technology.

Not Electric- A Hybrid V8 Instead

One of the most interesting details is found at the rear: visible exhaust pipes.

This means the Vespyre is not fully electric like the Spectre. According to the artist, the car is powered by a V8 engine paired with electric assistance, making it a hybrid.

This setup would offer strong performance while helping reduce fuel consumption and emissions compared to a traditional V8. For many Rolls-Royce fans who still love internal combustion engines, this could be the perfect balance between luxury, power, and modern efficiency. See more Photos

A Rolls-Royce Many Fans Are Waiting For

While the Vespyre is only a digital concept, it represents something many luxury car buyers want:
a true open-top Rolls-Royce grand tourer with an engine under the hood.

The design looks polished inside and out, and the idea of a hybrid V8 convertible feels like a natural fit for today’s Rolls-Royce lineup. Whether the brand will ever build something like this remains unknown, but the Vespyre shows just how good such a model could look.

If this car were real, would you choose it over the all-electric Spectre, or would you still stick with a fully electric Rolls-Royce?

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