Maintained regardless of cost by renowned Rolls-Royce specialists
THE APPEAL
Back when it debuted in 1965, the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow was billed as the best car in the world. A bold claim, but one not without foundation, for it was both technologically advanced and a delight to drive.
It continued in production until 1981, with a 1977 facelift bringing in the Silver Shadow 2, with a modernised cabin and thicker US-compliant impact bumpers, as well as substantial revisions to the steering, suspension and build quality to make it more satisfying to both own and drive.
Registered in November 1977, this is one of the very first of the Shadow 2s and has been lovingly care for throughout its life, with a full and well-documented service history provided via a network of well-known Rolls-Royce specialists including Hillier Hill, Flying Spares, AB Price, Michael Powles and Royce Motor Services, each one of them a leading expert.
It’s an unrestored, original car with a genuine low mileage of just 61,485, making it an especially rare thing, presented in superb, near-flawless condition.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
Car number SRH32289 (First Shadow 2 was SRH30001)
Matching body and engine numbers
Full service history, mostly from specialists
Service book stamped through to 58,000 miles
Rolls-Royce literature wallet containing dealer directory and 1977 Owners’ Handbook
First owner for 38,000 miles/20 years
Warranted mileage of 61,485
Selection of old tax discs and MOTs
Tax and MOT exempt, but with advisory-free MOT through to November 2023
Original push-button radio complemented by modern CD player
Electric aerial
Working air conditioning
Four electric windows
Cruise control
Superb, carpeted luggage area
Original Rolls-Royce tool kit
Lovely order with very gentle patina
THE EXTERIOR
Gorgeous Walnut Metallic
Lovely condition with no notable paint flaws
Perfect ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ bonnet mascot
Excellent underneath
Comprehensively undersealed
Very good chrome all-round
Goodyear Eagle tyres
Optional Lucas front and rear fog lamps
Colour-coded wheel trims
THE MECHANICS
6,750cc OHV V8
Three-speed auto
Fluid-operated suspension, brakes and power-assisted steering
Recent service and appraisal from highly regarded Rolls-Royce specialist, at 58,000 miles
Correct RR363 model-specific brake fluid
Reported to drive superbly – quiet, refined, comfortable and with no untoward noises
Finger-light power steering and effortless braking
SUMMARY
This is a charming and lovely example of the Silver Shadow 2, presented in truly immaculate condition and ready to show and enjoy. The bodywork and paint finish is superb, the interior is a time warp and it is in fine mechanical order with a genuine low mileage.
There aren’t many as good as this one – it’s a fabulous car, refreshingly different from tired examples in wedding car white. One for the Rolls-Royce connoisseur.
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1977 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow 2
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