When was Rolls-Royce founded?

Rolls-Royce dates back to 1906. It is headquartered in Goodwood, United Kingdom.

Who has owned Rolls-Royce in the past?

Past shareholders include Volkswagen (1998–2003).

Brand · United Kingdom · since 1906

RRWho owns Rolls-Royce?

Rolls-Royce is owned by BMW. The ultimate parent is headquartered in Munich, Germany.

HQ Goodwood
Founded 1906
Ownership changes tracked 3

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Ownership timeline

← rows are shareholders in Rolls-Royce. → rows are stakes Rolls-Royce held in others. Darker bars mean bigger stakes.

Every stake, year by year

Years	Stake	Who
1931–1998	100%	Holds Bentley · view 1931 on map
1998–2003	100%	Owned by Volkswagen VW owned the Crewe factory · view 1998 on map
2003–today	100%	Owned by BMW BMW gets the Rolls-Royce name · view 2003 on map

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Quick answers

Who owns Rolls-Royce?: Rolls-Royce is owned by BMW. The ultimate parent is headquartered in Munich, Germany.
When was Rolls-Royce founded?: Rolls-Royce dates back to 1906. It is headquartered in Goodwood, United Kingdom.
Who has owned Rolls-Royce in the past?: Past shareholders include Volkswagen (1998–2003).

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