Back in 1965 the Silver Shadow was billed as the best car in the world and is regarded by many as the quintessential Rolls Royce.
Packed with the latest available technology and the finest luxurious materials well kept examples like this one are now finding good homes with collectors and classic car enthusiasts.
Owned and well cared for the last 16 years by the current owner the silver Shadow has been regularly driven and maintained, covering around 1,000 miles since 2007.
The History and Paperwork
Supplied new in 1966
First owner was the Spanish Ambassador in London
Original build sheet
No previous owners shown on V5c , as the car was originally on Diplomatic Plates as supplied to The Spanish Embassy in London
Non transferable registration mark
Historic vehicle
Fully restored in 2001
Purchased by current owner in 2007
Garaged throughout ownership
Regularly driven and maintained
Shadow Owners’ Companion and original handbook
Digital workshop manual
MOT history and receipts for various works over the years
MOT exempt but will come with 12 months MOT
1 key
Full toolkit, spare wheel and jack
Good service history and receipts for recent work
Recently serviced
ULEZ exempt
The Interior
Beige hide luxurious leather interior with contrasting Blue carpets
Leather interior shows very little sign of any use or wear and has a nice aged patina
Plenty of old world luxury and charm everywhere you look
Wooden dashboard and facia in good condition but showing its age in places, with door cappings around quarter lights showing considerable wear
Front and rear centre armrests
High quality chrome dashboard switches
Deep pile blue carpets and mats
Leather trimmed door cards
Polished door sill plates
Headlining very clean without a sign of any sagging
Front opening quarter lights
Cruise control
Lockable glove box
Rear drop down wooden tables
Updated cd audio system with remote control
All electrics and switchgear work correctly except for the electric seats
Battery isolator switch fitted in carpeted boot
Good overall condition
The Exterior
The distinctive Astral Blue metallic paintwork is in good condition with only a few small age-related marks and blemishes and some stone chips
Slight bubbling of paint on the doors and in a few places around the bodywork
Wheels are very good with recent tyres fitted
The shut lines all round are good and the doors all open and close with a reassuring solidity
The chrome-work on the car has some pitting in places and the large distinctive grille has some nice vintage club badges
Rear window rubber seal beginning to perish
Clean and tidy engine bay with no obvious signs of any oil leaks or signs of major corrosion, with all hoses being well secured and all appearing supple and clean
Lights are all in very good condition with no damage except for the rear indicator which will be replaced prior to auction
Bumpers in nice condition with no dents or scuffs
The Mechanics
6.75 Litre V8
4-speed automatic gearbox
Gas suspension fully overhauled and renewed in 2004
New brake pads and lines with refurbished callipers
Brake accumulators and pump replaced in 2007
All electrics and lights function correctly
Suspension overhauled in 2013
Gearbox and torque converter rebuilt in 2014
New battery fitted
New brake calipers and pads all round fitted April 2023
Fully serviced in April 2023
12 months MOT
An absolute delight to drive, according to the vendor with no issues to report or advise, with plenty of available performance from the huge V8 engine and smooth gear changes
The Summary
A well looked after classic luxury large saloon with iconic status and the choice of celebrities, rock stars and royalty back in the day.
The Silver Shadow presents well in its Astral Blue Metallic colour with contrasting interior and it drives very well with plenty of luxury and character.
Demand is only likely to grow in future years for the early Rolls Royce Silver Shadows as motoring enthusiasts and collectors alike become to regard them as a very drivable and luxurious car to own and enjoy.
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