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Highlights
- Original matching numbers for engine, chassis, and body
- Large history file dating back to original order and deliver documents
- Over 24,000Euros work since 2021 by marque specialist
- Very smart and well presented example of this desirable saloon
- Formerly part of a large Austria Rolls Royce collection
The Appeal
Over 60 years after this Silver Cloud left the Rolls-Royce factory it remains the virtual definition of sumptuous. Long and sleek and subtle in Steel Blue it is both understated and indulgent and also a paean to the craftsman’s art.
It comes with history dating back to its original order and delivery documentation. It has spent time in California and latterly Austria as part of a large Rolls-Royce collection. Since arriving in the Netherlands in 2021 with the seller it has been treated to over 24,000Euros of investment with a marque specialist. As such it is in superb condition and surely one of the best available examples of these much-admired cars.
History and Paperwork
- Built in 1958 with original delivery in Weybridge, London
- Delivered to first buyer on 16th May 1958
- Original order and delivery documentation provided with vehicle
- Production information also available which confirms it is matching numbers
- Exported from UK to California
- Arrived in Austria in 1993 and remained part of a large marque collection until 2019
- Acquired by the vendor in April 2021 and exported to the Netherlands
- Recent work carried out by Rolls-Royce specialist in the Netherlands
- This work is detailed below and invoices are available for inspection
- Expert valuation report from 3 September 2021 available for inspection
- Supplied with keys, unused spare, jack and tool kit
- Leatherbound factory handbook included
- Tax free vehicle in Netherlands
Recent work by Rolls-Royce specialist in Netherlands:
- June 4, 2021: 100-point check completed (€2,100)
- July 16, 2021: cooling system and cylinder head completely overhauled (€ 13,000)
- Oct 8, 2021: various minor work, alternator replaced and aftercare from July 16 (€4,400)
- Nov 9, 2021: replace choke diaphragm (€ 150)
- August 3, 2022: aftercare and leak investigation (€ 265)
- Oct 7, 2022: continued on Aug 3, 2022; exhaust, gear and cooling (€ 4,000)
- May 11, 2023: starting problem due to stuck choke repaired (€ 340)
The Condition
- Exterior finished in Steel Blue believed to be factory correct
- Original blue leather interior with blue carpet and blue door trim
- Signs of wear on the interior consistent with its age
- Condition reflects the sparing use and membership of high end marque collection
The Mechanics
- 6-cylinder, 4,887 cc engine
- Automatic transmission
- Recent overhauls on brakes, steering rack, and fuel pump
- Cooling system and cylinder head completely overhauled in July 2021
- Alternator replaced in October 2021
- Choke diaphragm replaced in November 2021
- Exhaust, gear, and cooling system work carried out in October 2022
- Starting problem due to stuck choke repaired in May 2023
- Vendor reports that it starts, drives and brakes as it should
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