1956 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud

Highlights

  • Beautiful interior condition
  • Lovely curving lines
  • Good bodywork condition
  • Nice history file

The Appeal

Finished in a stunning pure white this Rolls Royce Silver Cloud is going to be the perfect car for you. Unlike other classics, this could quite easily be used as a wedding car to help pay its way. Inside and outside this Silver Cloud is presented in lovely condition and just waiting to carry passengers once again. 

The History and Paperwork

  • There is some lovely history that will come with this Silver Cloud
  • It is first registered back in October of 1956
  • We know it left the H R Owen dealership in Berkeley Square London
  • The car is said to have been through a body and mechanical refurbishment in 2016
  • Within the paperwork, there are MOTs back to 1989
  • Along with this, there are also a lot of invoices 
  • There is some paperwork to show the older registration documents
  • It changes between XKR402A, RRO123, and 129 XUA it currently sits on 295 XVD
  • During its previous ownership, it was used as part of a larger wedding fleet 
  • As such the car has been looked after by an in-house mechanic
  • It is now your chance to add this car to your collection, you won’t regret it

The Interior

  • Stepping inside this Silver Cloud is like stepping into a classic private lounge
  • Trimmed head to toe with wood, leather, and nice carpets it is a wonderful place to be
  • Up front, the grey leather bench seat is in lovely condition
  • The bases are nicely worn around previous owners providing a comfortable place to sit 
  • Upon the front seat, there was a Chauffer’s hat neatly placed, a nice view into how this car can be used 
  • In the rear, the large bench seat is also in wonderful condition 
  • With wingback-like sides and a large central armrest, this area should be more than comfortable for your clients 
  • Small details in the rear include mirrors set into the pillars and a nice set of picnic tables
  • On the floor, you’ll find some nice blue carpet
  • Scattered throughout the interior are lovely walnut touches 
  • Across the tops of the doors, there are long flashes of this wood, but it is mainly found in the front cabin
  • Up here the wood is in wonderful condition, it surrounds the dials and adds another element of luxury inside this cabin 
  • You will enjoy every time that you get into this glorious classic 

The Exterior 

  • Externally this Silver Cloud is presented in lovely condition 
  • This is probably down to the fact that in 2016 that it received a lot of work externally
  • The brilliant white paint is in generally good condition with only a few small areas of wear
  • All of the shut lines are well within tolerances and are probably better than new
  • To match the good paint condition, all of the chrome elements are in great condition 
  • Upfront there is the tell-tail Rolls Royce vertical grille with the Spirit of Ecstasy flying proudly
  • The front chrome bumper is void of any nasty damage or corrosion 
  • This condition is very much matched by the rear bumper as well
  • On three of the tyres there are 3 older Yokohama all-terrain tyres, with the fourth being a generic tyre
  • Sitting on the rims are four hubcaps, these hubcaps are in great condition 
  • Overall, the exterior of this Rolls Royce is in very good condition and just waiting to get out on the road again 
  • If you are planning to use it for weddings, then just remember that it is nice and clean
  • It will also photograph well on your client's big day 

The Mechanics 

  • Under the split bonnet is a characteristic Rolls Royce engine
  • Starting on the button the large 4.9l inline six purrs away quietly
  • On the day of the photographs, the car drove into position and turned around with ease 
  • Thanks to the overhaul in 2016 the engine bay is nice and clean 
  • During its time with the previous owner, it was kept in tip-top shape by their in-house mechanic 
  • This resulted in a faultless car that was used for a lot of weddings
  • Stored inside for a lot of its life the underside looks to be in good condition upon a quick look
  • Fitted with a column selector automatic gearbox is it a very easy car to drive on the road
  • Now it’s your time to get in and get going with this wonderful classic 

Summary

What a well-presented Rolls Royce this is. Finished in its beautiful brilliant white and subtle chrome trims it is a very classy motor vehicle. This will be an excellent addition to your professional or personal collection. 

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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1956
  • Make Rolls Royce
  • Model Silver Cloud
  • Colour White
  • Odometer 65,008 Miles
  • Engine size 4887
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Marlow
  • Location Berkshire
  • Country United Kingdom
Bidding history
40 bids
  • Mi•••• £21,500 19/12/22
  • ra•••• £21,250 19/12/22
  • Mi•••• £21,000 19/12/22
  • ra•••• £20,750 19/12/22
  • Mi•••• £20,500 19/12/22
  • ra•••• £20,250 19/12/22
  • ra•••• £20,000 19/12/22
  • ra•••• £19,750 19/12/22
  • Mi•••• £19,500 19/12/22
  • ra•••• £19,250 19/12/22
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