This Rolls-Royce Ghost is Far More British Than Any German Car I've Driven Yet

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Full review and test drive of a 2012 Rolls Royce Ghost
Review by Bill of Curious Cars
Vehicle on weekend loan from Dave the Wholesaler
Prior Rolls-Royce reviews:
1988 Silver Spirit:
• 1988 Rolls-Royce Silve...
1996 Silver Spur:
• 1996 Rolls-Royce Silve...
1988 Silver Spur:
• The SZ Series like thi...

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  • @mattgee5609
    @mattgee56099 ай бұрын

    No better way to start off the week than with a deep sigh from Bill!

  • @codetwohigh

    @codetwohigh

    9 ай бұрын

    I come here just to hear that. No bullshit..

  • @wstlndiesel

    @wstlndiesel

    9 ай бұрын

    Oh ya!!!

  • @egold2071

    @egold2071

    9 ай бұрын

    For the love of God, I don't know what's better; a miserable Monday piece, or a muggy Friday upload. Hope we get both!

  • @wstlndiesel

    @wstlndiesel

    9 ай бұрын

    @@egold2071 either way your Canadian friends will still be chipper!

  • @TheCosmicGuy0111

    @TheCosmicGuy0111

    9 ай бұрын

    Same lol

  • @TheHomeExpert5
    @TheHomeExpert59 ай бұрын

    I love all the extra information and pictures and video that you add to your videos. You're making an extremely good quality product. You've done good, Bill.

  • @WhittyPics
    @WhittyPics9 ай бұрын

    That hood ornament is insane. Those big ass boom boxes in the truck don't leave much room for guns.

  • @johntinsley7256
    @johntinsley72569 ай бұрын

    A Rolls Royce never breaks down - it simply fails to proceed...

  • @allenwayne2033

    @allenwayne2033

    9 ай бұрын

    Ha!

  • @theburg2220

    @theburg2220

    9 ай бұрын

    They don't leak oil either. It's "controlled seepage"

  • @damirzanne

    @damirzanne

    4 ай бұрын

    There is nothing Rolls Royce can’t pass … except gas station 😂😂😂

  • @hertzair1186
    @hertzair11869 ай бұрын

    Love how the Rolls Royce hood ornament can retract safely away…allowing you to confidently park in the hood.

  • @SomeOne_86

    @SomeOne_86

    9 ай бұрын

    I'd honestly be terrified driving this thing around. I feel like it would get keyed twice a week.

  • @Gr8thxAlot

    @Gr8thxAlot

    9 ай бұрын

    This would blend right in with the (badly) modded Chryslers in the hood, especially with that poor-taste wrap. I doubt most people wouldn't even realize this is special.

  • @victorblock3421

    @victorblock3421

    9 ай бұрын

    @@SomeOne_86 I would buy one just to enjoy but it's an attention getter and it would be keyed.

  • @ShawnFX

    @ShawnFX

    9 ай бұрын

    @@SomeOne_86 thats why you should not live in the city hahaha, too many crazys living there

  • @SomeOne_86

    @SomeOne_86

    9 ай бұрын

    @@ShawnFX I live in an eastern european country, but yeah you're right. Even here, you can notice a massive difference between people from the city and even just the surrounds of it. Everyone is pent up and will shout death threats at you within 20 seconds if you do something they don't agree with.

  • @ruk2023--
    @ruk2023--9 ай бұрын

    I had a finger of whiskey every time Bill sighed. 20 minutes in and I'm drunk as a skunk.

  • @ruymoreira
    @ruymoreira9 ай бұрын

    From what I've read and listened about the buyout: BMW was on the way to finalizing the purchase of RR/Bentley when VW came into the picture. BMW knew that the then owners of both brands didn't own the right to the name Rolls Royce and Spirit of Ecstasy symbol. When VW outbid them, they just went and bought the rights to the RR name and symbol from the rightful owners. Funny detail: some people knew that the RR brand had different ownership and tried to warn Piech about it, but he wouldn't listen; after the deal was done, someone finally told Piech that he had just bought Bentley and the factory but not the RR brand. Apparently he didn't take the news that lightly, demanding that the ties with BMW were cut immediately, not knowing how much of the cars relied on BMW parts/components/assemblies. And this is the reason the old 6.75 V8 came out of retirement and was fitted once again on Bentleys, replacing BMW's V12. And a "gentleman's agreement" was made in that BMW continued to supply Bentley with parts until the then current models were replaced.

  • @bearcub112

    @bearcub112

    9 ай бұрын

    If I'm not mistaken it was a ten year agreement and during that time VW had to pay BMW royalties for the use of the name and use of the spirit of ecstasy

  • @jamesmurmurzancone4532
    @jamesmurmurzancone45329 ай бұрын

    Bill the kind of guy who breaks in his new tires on his neighbors lawn.

  • @radudeATL

    @radudeATL

    9 ай бұрын

    Wrong channel??? 😂

  • @wstlndiesel

    @wstlndiesel

    9 ай бұрын

    Bill the kind of guy who breaks in his new tires by doing donuts in the police parking lot!

  • @dl6860

    @dl6860

    9 ай бұрын

    Bill the kind of guy who breaks in his new tires on his neighbours lawn and then complains that the grass wasn't green enough.

  • @whoami-eb7cq

    @whoami-eb7cq

    9 ай бұрын

    😂

  • @christopherkraft1327

    @christopherkraft1327

    9 ай бұрын

    Bill is the type of guy that makes excellent videos!!! 👍👍😙

  • @incog99skd11
    @incog99skd119 ай бұрын

    I find it difficult to believe that the newer Rolls Royces have the panache of the earlier models. That kind of mystique is gone today. Back in the 1970s I had the pleasure of owning a Silver Wraith with a custom body by Rippon. It was a pretty two tone affair in silver and dark metallic grey. I drove it into Jack-in-the-Box to buy lunch. Of course on a Silver Wraith the bonnet precedes the customer by some length. All the kids in there came to the window at once and started asking me the strangest questions, like, "is the Flying Lady" ornament solid silver?" or "Is the engine sealed?" etc. All of us enjoyed the encounter a great deal. Today, some of that lore has fallen by the wayside.

  • @iikabwardsii5494
    @iikabwardsii54949 ай бұрын

    The physician who does the beats is a keeper. I'm using that for sure.

  • @KP-zi6jx
    @KP-zi6jx9 ай бұрын

    Dalton is GONE?!?! I can't believe this shit. He was so adorable...like that day you had the flat in that old Caddy and he came to your rescue. Granted, he did flip you off as you were standing there bitching while he was putting air in the tire, but that was just part of his charm that made him so lovable. And I began to love that it looked like he cleaned the windshields with a raw chicken leg, a trademark reminder of how wonderful he was. Bless his heart. Fuck.

  • @Future-Classic-Comics

    @Future-Classic-Comics

    9 ай бұрын

    Looooooool this is comedy gold! So you've met him in person?!

  • @martinliehs2513

    @martinliehs2513

    9 ай бұрын

    That video with the '69 Caddy with the flat spare was probably the second Curious Cars episode that I saw, and probably the one that got me to subscribe.

  • @mikeandrews9551
    @mikeandrews95519 ай бұрын

    Bill from Curious Cars: the only guy who can get away with comparing Rolls Royce to high quality anti-diarrhea medication.

  • @hawthorne4028
    @hawthorne40289 ай бұрын

    Thank you for not running the absolute crap out of this gorgeous machine (on camera, anyway).

  • @paulie-Gualtieri.
    @paulie-Gualtieri.9 ай бұрын

    Great to hear from you again Bill, hope you've been keeping well.

  • @curiouscars9282

    @curiouscars9282

    9 ай бұрын

    Hello Paulie! I'm keeping on keeping on. Plugging along til the weather improves.

  • @paulie-Gualtieri.

    @paulie-Gualtieri.

    9 ай бұрын

    ​@curiouscars9282 I hear that Bill, gin is great in the muggy weather.

  • @cmans79tr7

    @cmans79tr7

    9 ай бұрын

    ​@@paulie-Gualtieri.- Yep, Gin and Cranberry.

  • @dcanmore
    @dcanmore9 ай бұрын

    British Royal Family didn't adopt Rolls-Royce for their main transport needs until the mid-1950s, up until that point it was Daimler that supplied the cars.

  • @foxfreeman1672
    @foxfreeman16729 ай бұрын

    I can’t believe Bill does not have a million subscribers.

  • @sachemrock
    @sachemrock9 ай бұрын

    Great video and history lesson on Rolls Royce! I love it when Bill mentions the price of $280-$300K and say’s it practically a people’s car and I wonder if it floats? That company getting the Bentley nameplate ultimately! 😅

  • @thomasharper4166
    @thomasharper41669 ай бұрын

    Driving around giving people the finger while looking for chamber maids I can abuse!😂Your priceless Bill!Never stop!

  • @wizardmix
    @wizardmix9 ай бұрын

    Since most of the current royalty in England is from Germany, I'd say it's absolutely Fritz wearing the queen's robes.

  • @ddoyle11
    @ddoyle119 ай бұрын

    Farewell to the understated elegance that was the hallmark of Rolls Royce. I guess this one might not have been all that bad before the monied rapper got hold of it. Thanks for the history and background of the company, Bill.

  • @jec1ny

    @jec1ny

    9 ай бұрын

    ... understated elegance. These days that would be a Bentley or a Toyota Century. In the UK, they say that the old money types drive Bentleys, the new money go for the Rolls.

  • @NaNa-wj8tw

    @NaNa-wj8tw

    9 ай бұрын

    Check out the new RR drop-head. Stunningly elegant and finally a new Rolls worthy of the name.

  • @SomeOne_86

    @SomeOne_86

    9 ай бұрын

    @@jec1ny Modern Bentleys look more "sporty" and far less elegant to me, especially when compared to an Extended Phantom. I do agree about the Century however.

  • @ummmbye1228

    @ummmbye1228

    9 ай бұрын

    @@jec1nyBentley is less elegant. They never really made anything that luxurious imo and they’re a little more modern than rolls royce

  • @NombreFrancisco
    @NombreFrancisco9 ай бұрын

    "Physician that makes the Beats" hahaha. That was awesome.

  • @markderoller7645
    @markderoller76459 ай бұрын

    This channel is the best of KZread.

  • @radiumrickshaw9920
    @radiumrickshaw99209 ай бұрын

    You f'n killed me with the Grey Poupon 🤣🤣🤣🤣💀

  • @christopherkraft1327
    @christopherkraft13279 ай бұрын

    Hey Bill, what a pleasant surprise to see a Monday video!!! Another muggy shitty Florida day. This Rolls Royce is a nice touch of class!!! Thanks for sharing this exciting video!!! 👍👍🙂

  • @PyeHillFarm
    @PyeHillFarm9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for another great video Bill :) Absolutely love your reviews !!!! and the humour helps in the heatwave here too !

  • @chrisito245
    @chrisito2459 ай бұрын

    Wow! I thought everyone forgot about Adi Amin by now. But that’s what makes these videos special!

  • @seandonohue6365

    @seandonohue6365

    9 ай бұрын

    Never forget Big Daddy

  • @brunobalestra
    @brunobalestra9 ай бұрын

    You're a legend, Bill. Never change!

  • @philipmarlowe8763
    @philipmarlowe87639 ай бұрын

    Hi Bill - Great review! Those C pillar mirrors are another long running historical feature and are meant to be used as vanity mirrors, a quick look before you get out of the car to face your adoring fans. I know they go back to the Silver Cloud days of the 1960s, maybe even before.

  • @juliuscaesar2792
    @juliuscaesar27929 ай бұрын

    Cadillac is the Rolls-Royce of automobiles.

  • @markjwil
    @markjwil9 ай бұрын

    Maserati's Quattroporte platform is not shared with Chrysler. It's a rear-wheel-drive architecture from the Fiat group called the M156. That's also shared with the Levante and the Ghibli. The switchgear as well as the electronics are shared from Chrysler's parts bin.

  • @alitheretrokid
    @alitheretrokid9 ай бұрын

    Please elaborate on the Daewoo leganza story

  • @123agw
    @123agw9 ай бұрын

    Bill, time to start a Podcast! The miles fly by listening to your great reviews/stories.

  • @kevinm6439
    @kevinm64399 ай бұрын

    Its been 3-4 years now that before my final decision on a car I check with Bill’s reviews. Keep up the good work. Gonna definitely swing by to get a selfie with Bill. Much Love. ❤

  • @ruk2023--
    @ruk2023--9 ай бұрын

    That hotel in Manchester is called The Midland. I live about half a mile from it and every time I go for a drink in the bar there I remember it being where RR was formed. Mainly because there's a big plaque on the wall by the front door commemorating it.

  • @stevenreynolds2327
    @stevenreynolds23279 ай бұрын

    I like those doors. you can secure your car with handcuffs.

  • @GfrmdaBrnx
    @GfrmdaBrnx9 ай бұрын

    How’s it going Bill always look foward to the cool cars and your great humor! 🤣👍🏼

  • @jessieharbinjr.6589
    @jessieharbinjr.65899 ай бұрын

    I can see Bill having lumber loaded into the trunk of this car at Home Depot, and throwing the speaker boxes in the garbage lol!

  • @thomass3769
    @thomass37699 ай бұрын

    I always stop everything immediately to watch a new Curious Cars video from Bill! Where can I buy the “Good Morning “ coffee cup?

  • @JimmyFoxhound
    @JimmyFoxhound9 ай бұрын

    My gosh when you mentioned the ludicrous rear view mirrors I couldn't stop noticing it!!! They look so silly! 🤣🤣

  • @MuniTechnology
    @MuniTechnology9 ай бұрын

    "The Dr Hammers". You are a sarcastic, elitist GENIUS!

  • @johnmills2134
    @johnmills21349 ай бұрын

    Bill, thanks as always for another great producing, your hitting streak continues.

  • @Twopplgreyjackets
    @Twopplgreyjackets9 ай бұрын

    Another great day for the KZread car scene, thanks Bill !! 🙌🏽🐐

  • @sporkfindus4777
    @sporkfindus47779 ай бұрын

    I reckon if this were the 2 door version, then the theme of this video would've been "the return of personal luxury"

  • @gtjgtj8334
    @gtjgtj83349 ай бұрын

    Thanks again Bill for all you do!

  • @martinliehs2513
    @martinliehs25139 ай бұрын

    I once saw a rather derelict looking RR Silver Shadow complete with a roof rack at a local Home Depot.

  • @jameskellis3122
    @jameskellis31229 ай бұрын

    Bill... that hood ornament has wings!! Doesn't that look a little too avian for a feather-phobe like yourself?!?!😳

  • @ruk2023--
    @ruk2023--9 ай бұрын

    I love how they replaced the BMW bong with a version done on a harp and called it good 😀

  • @a.s.4914
    @a.s.49149 ай бұрын

    Hi Bill, thank you for your videos. This car is just gorgeous. Climb in and crank up that AC. 👍👍

  • @thumperjdm
    @thumperjdm9 ай бұрын

    @21:16 Imagine the comments at the shop when the previous owner wanted to have those speaker boxes installed in the trunk; "You want to do what?! To a Rolls-Royce?!?!?!"

  • @cscms28
    @cscms289 ай бұрын

    I hate the bright white headlights that have become the standard on automobiles today, even on this 2012. Just too bright at night. How has this become acceptable in our society. I do not like to drive at night anymore. It is a hazard. It should be illegal.

  • @JoJoJoker

    @JoJoJoker

    9 ай бұрын

    Once your eyes adapt to LED headlights it’s almost impossible to see at night with halogens. I think Xenons were the best option. The brightness issue is because of aiming problems.

  • @johnj.baranski6553

    @johnj.baranski6553

    8 ай бұрын

    Amen

  • @jamessims9475
    @jamessims94759 ай бұрын

    Always enjoy your vids 😊☺️

  • @tcrutch65
    @tcrutch659 ай бұрын

    Bill I need you to do a video on any car in winter in the Midwest or east coast when nothing works in -20 x Degree weather

  • @ohbogey
    @ohbogey9 ай бұрын

    Oh jeez, now ur just spoiling us! Another awesome vid thank you!!

  • @johncornell3665
    @johncornell36659 ай бұрын

    Great car and video. Look forward to them. Thanks Bill

  • @arikthompson5495
    @arikthompson54959 ай бұрын

    Great video. Thanks, Bill!

  • @jonwebb2300
    @jonwebb23009 ай бұрын

    Great commentary Bill and always humorous.

  • @peterlindop4491
    @peterlindop44919 ай бұрын

    Bill your video’s are superb, don’t stop.

  • @waters1801
    @waters18019 ай бұрын

    Awesome video, never change bill

  • @outwestinc
    @outwestinc9 ай бұрын

    FYI those preset buttons that dominate the dash can be set to do almost anything: navigate home, call the wife, etc.

  • @ScottSellsSoCal
    @ScottSellsSoCal9 ай бұрын

    Your videos are always amazing. I absolutely love your walk through and hilarious talking points!! 😂

  • @wstlndiesel
    @wstlndiesel9 ай бұрын

    YES!!! Its a shitty day until Bill posts a video!!!

  • @egold2071
    @egold20719 ай бұрын

    Thanks for a proper 40-minute piece on this beast! Just noticed we're at 150k Subscribers - Congrats Bill! Seems like just yesterday when we did that R107 piece, where you presented that 100k plaque from Susan, CEO of KZread. Indeed, strange name for a dude! 🤟🥃🥴

  • @hertzair1186

    @hertzair1186

    9 ай бұрын

    Jonny Cash had a boy named Sue

  • @stevensumner3146
    @stevensumner31465 ай бұрын

    Amazing vehicle, feels like you experience something special just watching the car being driven on video, thanks for sharing.

  • @robertvance1873
    @robertvance18739 ай бұрын

    If the SOB'S would have gotten out of his way he could have really got her going on the highway 😂😂😂😂

  • @shannonireland9057
    @shannonireland90579 ай бұрын

    Great review of an iconic car.

  • @BartekMfive
    @BartekMfive9 ай бұрын

    Started like my old 750 m70 fom 1990😂❤ Good video Men!😅

  • @rancon265
    @rancon2659 ай бұрын

    I was expecting an umbrella in the rear door.

  • @davidleeroth805
    @davidleeroth8059 ай бұрын

    Finally, a car that suits Bill. ;)

  • @dirkmcghee1604
    @dirkmcghee16049 ай бұрын

    Love it, thanks for the vid!

  • @snartzzb983
    @snartzzb9839 ай бұрын

    Bill is the best Thx Bill. You amaze me with your smarts.

  • @edwartvonfectonia4362
    @edwartvonfectonia43629 ай бұрын

    Finally you are here, Bill!

  • @ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow
    @ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow9 ай бұрын

    They start at $300K? What a bargain -- I'll take two of them!

  • @randolfo1265

    @randolfo1265

    9 ай бұрын

    Used one like this can be had for much less - I'll take three!

  • @CaseOhfoodeater

    @CaseOhfoodeater

    4 ай бұрын

    You can get a 2011 ghost for 90k

  • @gregsayles9253
    @gregsayles92539 ай бұрын

    Okay Bill !--U convinced me--I'll buy it! As long as I get the Grey Poupon as an accessory!--(make sure it's Not expired 😜)

  • @timbullough3513
    @timbullough35139 ай бұрын

    Just good to see a sedan. CUVs make me want to puke.

  • @aaronhenschel1885
    @aaronhenschel18859 ай бұрын

    Love to see a video on a daewoo

  • @dzgaming1
    @dzgaming18 ай бұрын

    We love you BILL! from NYC!

  • @tempturerush1987
    @tempturerush19879 ай бұрын

    Thanks Bill for this review definitely get one only i getting the drop head.

  • @my1vice
    @my1vice9 ай бұрын

    Lottery winner owned it, most likely.

  • @rjanderson7394
    @rjanderson73949 ай бұрын

    My neighbor bought a beautiful '61 Bentley, but it took me decades to grasp his ride was much less money than a '58 ElDorado Biarritz!!

  • @jeffedge6539
    @jeffedge65399 ай бұрын

    The Grey Poupon had me laughing so hard I hurt...

  • @markhooper1352
    @markhooper13529 ай бұрын

    Thanks Bill, great review and lovely car, plus I can appreciate the heritage, but sadly it does nothing for me as a classic car guy. I have a 76 Shadow which is more my cuppa tea, despite the issues that comes with 🙂 And yes, if one turned up at a RR event without matching lambswool over-rugs, one would simply be expelled. At least you have sprung for the Grey Poupon!!

  • @greglopez7768

    @greglopez7768

    9 ай бұрын

    I agree a buddy of mine bought one of these and dnt get me wrong its a beautiful car however i do not get the same feeling as riding in my 1960 Chevy Impala convertible!!

  • @markhooper1352

    @markhooper1352

    9 ай бұрын

    @@greglopez7768 dude I hear you loud and clear 👍 I also have a 66 Mustang Conv. New cars might have bells and whistles but no soul. Gimme classic not plastic any day man 👍👍

  • @billgorman481
    @billgorman4819 ай бұрын

    Thanks, Dave! Thanks, Bill!

  • @jmflyer55
    @jmflyer559 ай бұрын

    Oh! It’s got ashtrays!! Count me in! Seriously.

  • @jamesross824
    @jamesross8249 ай бұрын

    I enjoy your reviews so glad I got to live the luxury life through this RR even if it was only for a short duration.

  • @tripyramidpictures9224
    @tripyramidpictures92249 ай бұрын

    Loved this! Good job, Sir! By the way, you forgot to have some crumpets & tea.

  • @jmflyer55
    @jmflyer559 ай бұрын

    Time 16:15… Hey Bill, love your videos brother. With your subtle to egregious humor constantly vacillating from one to the other, we never know quite what to expect! Oh yea, and it’s nice to hear about the vehicles also. 😉 Keep up the good work friend! PS*** When I saw that quite ridiculous, ostentatious motorized hood ornament, I just knew some of your witty sarcasm was soon to follow! 😂 PPS*** Many younger viewers may not have gotten it, but your reference to: “Pardon me, but would you happen to have any Grey Poupon” was hilarious! 👍👍👍

  • @tedzehnder961
    @tedzehnder9619 ай бұрын

    The disapproving frowns and glares from other drivers is most likely what made you sorta happy about this thing. Plus with the blacked out glass, it might have even put an actual smile on your face..

  • @robertfoster6070
    @robertfoster60709 ай бұрын

    I like the sense of humour with “Slow people ahead” and the just stop oil protesters which happens to be an anagram of just to spoil.

  • @MuzixMaker
    @MuzixMaker9 ай бұрын

    Congrats on 150k subs! Car is gorgeous, not a fan of the rims. Cops will have a field day with the window tint.

  • @titoqwentezproductionz3406

    @titoqwentezproductionz3406

    9 ай бұрын

    as if all new cars dont already come with illegal tint factory installed

  • @MuzixMaker

    @MuzixMaker

    9 ай бұрын

    @@titoqwentezproductionz3406 that’s not factory tint

  • @Stressless2023
    @Stressless20239 ай бұрын

    21:12 Something tells me that car has a power opening/closing trunk lid which probably no longer works after being forced open/closed 😂😂😂

  • @CollinMacQuarrie

    @CollinMacQuarrie

    9 ай бұрын

    I thought the same thing after hearing the sounds the hinges were making lol

  • @jasonoliver7029
    @jasonoliver70299 ай бұрын

    I say this as a brokey that will probably NEVER actually get inside one of these.. GOD IT IS BEAUTIFUL! The amp and speakers are prerequisite too

  • @peteaustin5327
    @peteaustin53279 ай бұрын

    Nice touch with the Grey Poupon !!

  • @joelyons3713
    @joelyons37139 ай бұрын

    Can’t believe all those commoners were impeding your progress. Outrageous!

  • @andrewsmactips
    @andrewsmactips9 ай бұрын

    23:00 Gotta say it: That trunk lid closing sound could be a '70s Chevy.

  • @narrowhwy114
    @narrowhwy1149 ай бұрын

    "that physician that does beats?" 🤣

  • @brockjennings
    @brockjennings9 ай бұрын

    Glad to finally see a Chrysler 300 being reviewed 👍

  • @Howdy76
    @Howdy769 ай бұрын

    BIL BILL BILL Whiskey drickin' Bill The DOUCHEBAGGARY OF IT ALL. NOW I WANT ONE.

  • @MissouriMatt54
    @MissouriMatt549 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the video.

  • @paijulawsonijaw9319
    @paijulawsonijaw93199 ай бұрын

    Love your videos 😂😂

  • @gary1705
    @gary17059 ай бұрын

    Is the hood and trunk done in a Matt finish or is it just dew ?

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