Two of England's most successful ever exports parted ways today after almost four years together.
David Beckham has decided to sell his limited edition black Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe on internet bidding site eBay.
The most capped English footballer of all time bought the stylish car in 2008 for £350,000 and spent thousands more having it customised.
He personally oversaw every additional design to the car and asked for it to be blacked out with tinted windows, a black Spirit of Ecstasy, and huge black 24-inch alloys were also added.
The car became one of Hollywood's most recognisable vehicles and has been up for sale on eBay since Friday for £250, 000.
The unique automobile was the jewel in Beckham's extensive all-black air-conditioned garage, which also included a specially built Range Rover, Porsche 911 and a Jeep Wrangler.
The LA Galaxy star has amassed 6,000 miles in the flashy car and has sent it to a specialist dealership to be sold.
Towbin Cars, in Las Vegas, is advertising the car for $390, 000 and offer a full service history for the 6.75-litre V12 engine which develops 450bhp and enables among the smoothest acceleration of all cars.
It can do 0 to 62 miles per hour in 5.9 seconds and it has an overall top speed of 150mph.
It is described as 'meticulously maintained' and owned by a 'non smoker'.
The flashy car is not very fuel efficient and guzzles petrol with the three tonne beast averaging just 11 miles per gallon.
With four-children and a commute to work, it probably isn't the best car for the school-run.
Becks hasn't lost faith in the Rolls-Royce family, however, and he is reportedly on a waiting list for his next new - a Rolls-Royce Ghost.
Ahmed Al-Bakry, who represents the car in Europe and the Middle East with Refined Marques, said: 'The car is unique in terms of its options and design, it is not everyday you see a convertible Rolls-Royce with 24-inch wheels.
'David Beckham is a one of a kind footballer who owned this one of a kind car.
'It is a brilliant opportunity to buy such a fantastic vehicle.'
David Beckham has decided to sell his limited edition black Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe on internet bidding site eBay.
The most capped English footballer of all time bought the stylish car in 2008 for £350,000 and spent thousands more having it customised.
All black: David and Victoria Beckham take out the Roll-Royce which they are selling on eBay for £250,000
The car became one of Hollywood's most recognisable vehicles and has been up for sale on eBay since Friday for £250, 000.
The unique automobile was the jewel in Beckham's extensive all-black air-conditioned garage, which also included a specially built Range Rover, Porsche 911 and a Jeep Wrangler.
Specialist: The unique car is being sold by a Las Vegas car dealership called Towbin Motorcars
Swanky: The Rolls Royce has special wood decking built into the body
Customised: Even the Spirit of Ecstasy has been given a special new look
Towbin Cars, in Las Vegas, is advertising the car for $390, 000 and offer a full service history for the 6.75-litre V12 engine which develops 450bhp and enables among the smoothest acceleration of all cars.
It can do 0 to 62 miles per hour in 5.9 seconds and it has an overall top speed of 150mph.
Bid it like Beckham: David has been advertised as a non smoker in the details of the previous owner
To the point: The car has clocked up nearly 6000 miles since Beckham bought it in 2008
The flashy car is not very fuel efficient and guzzles petrol with the three tonne beast averaging just 11 miles per gallon.
With four-children and a commute to work, it probably isn't the best car for the school-run.
The lap of luxury: The Rolls-Royce has custom made leather seats but uses a lot of petrol
Ahmed Al-Bakry, who represents the car in Europe and the Middle East with Refined Marques, said: 'The car is unique in terms of its options and design, it is not everyday you see a convertible Rolls-Royce with 24-inch wheels.
'David Beckham is a one of a kind footballer who owned this one of a kind car.
'It is a brilliant opportunity to buy such a fantastic vehicle.'
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