Description
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire
Viewing: Tues 20th May from 12pm
Auction: Wed 21st May from 9am
Location: St John's Rd, Buxton SK17 6BE
1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II
32, 800 miles from new and among the best we have encountered
Estimate
£18, 000 - £22, 000
Registration No: HWX 704V
Chassis No: SRH37504
MOT: T. B. A.
Supplied new by Appleyard Rippon of Leeds on August 1st 1979
Finished in Nutmeg Brown over Silver Sand with Dark Brown leather upholstery
Original book pack complete with warranty card
32, 800 miles from new (supported by fifteen service stamps)
Exceptionally well preserved and worthy of close inspection
Inspired, at least partially, by a new generation of more driver-orientated luxury cars as typified by the BMW 7-series and Mercedes-Benz S-class, the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II was announced in February 1977. While these young pretenders could not be viewed as direct competition (if only on cost grounds), they illustrated the increasing importance that the buying public was placing on chassis dynamics. Thus, while the new model utilised the same four-door monocoque bodyshell, mellifluous 6750cc V8 engine and smooth-shifting GM400 series automatic gearbox as the outgoing Shadow, it gained a prominent front air dam, larger one-piece bumpers, revised front suspension geometry and - most importantly of all - power-assisted rack and pinion steering. Undeniably better to drive, the Shadow II further benefited from the adoption of a more ergonomic fascia and split level air conditioning. Still trimmed with the finest quality leather hides, wood veneers, chrome fixtures and carpets available, it treated occupants to a uniquely cosseting experience.
Finished in the stunning combination of Nutmeg Brown over Silver Sand with Dark Brown leather upholstery, chassis SRH37504 was supplied new by Appleyard Rippon Ltd of Leeds on August 1st 1979. Initially road registered as ‘HWX 704V’, it later wore the number plate ’33 UM’ for two decades. Warranted to have covered a mere 32, 800 miles from new, the accompanying service book contains fifteen stamps from Appleyard Rippon and Shadow Vehicle Services (the latter predominantly being staffed by ex-Appleyard Rippon employees). Invoices on file dating back to the 1990s show that the Rolls-Royce has had much attention paid to its braking and suspension systems. Entrusted to marque specialist Prestige Services of Leeds less than 300 miles ago, the four-seater was treated to a new steering rack as well as a 6, 000 mile service at a cost of over £2, 000. Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, the air-conditioning and radio were both in working order. Among the nicest Shadow IIs we have had the pleasure of offering, ‘HWX 704V’ is worthy of close inspection and a true testament to Rolls-Royce build quality. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, original warranty card, cardboard instruction overlays (for the stereo and climate control), book pack and assorted bills.
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Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people).
