Highlights

Rare long-wheelbase limousine coachbuilt by Park Ward
Retains original chauffeur-driven specification including division window and rear passenger tables
In current ownership for over 25 years
Honest, largely unmodified example retaining original interior trim and woodwork
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The Appeal

The Silver Cloud III long-wheelbase limousine represents the very summit of Rolls-Royce's coachbuilt offering in the mid-1960s. Built by Park Ward to a specification reserved for the most discerning clients, these cars were produced in comparatively small numbers and remain among the most imposing and elegant motor cars of their era. With their extended wheelbase, division window, and bespoke rear compartment, they were conceived as the ultimate in chauffeur-driven luxury.

This 1965 example is a largely unmodified car that has been in the same private ownership in South Africa for over 25 years, having been acquired in 2000. The vendor describes it as a car of real character, affectionately known as "Lala" throughout its current custodianship.

The seller notes it would benefit from routine recommissioning, brake servicing, fuel system attention and some cosmetic repairs to the bodywork, but the fundamentals, such as its originality, its specification, and its presence are firmly in place. A Rolls-Royce Construction & Test Records extract has been requested from the RREC and will be shared with the buyer if available. For those seeking a coachbuilt Silver Cloud III with genuine long-term provenance and scope for sympathetic recommissioning, this is a compelling opportunity.

History and Paperwork

1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III long-wheelbase limousine, coachbuilt by Park Ward
Long-term private ownership in South Africa
Acquired by the current owner in 2000 from a previous long-term keeper
Early factory build and delivery details currently being researched by the vendor
A Rolls-Royce Construction & Test Records extract has been requested from the RREC and will be shared with the buyer if available
Located in Cape Town, South Africa; international buyers are welcome
Additional photographs and information available on request
The odometer shows 53,802 miles (unwarranted)

The Condition

Grey exterior with chrome trim elements and the iconic Spirit of Ecstasy
Chrome hubcaps on the wheels
Lavish blue leather interior with matching carpets and elegant wood inlays
Rear picnic tables
Radiomobile radio; Pioneer cassette stereo also fitted
Weatherite heating/ventilation system
Described by the vendor as an honest, original example
Largely unmodified throughout
Original interior trim and woodwork retained
Minor bubbling and cracking visible on the wheel arches, as shown
Minor imperfection on the left-rear corner
A small crack between the left headlight and the grille
Would benefit from some cosmetic bodywork attention

This classic car is presented as an honest, largely original example, finished in grey with chrome trim, chrome hubcaps, and the iconic Spirit of Ecstasy. Inside, it features a lavish blue leather interior with matching carpets, elegant wood inlays, rear picnic tables, a Radiomobile radio, and a later Pioneer cassette stereo, along with a Weatherite heating and ventilation system. The vendor notes that the car has remained largely unmodified, retaining its original interior trim and woodwork. Cosmetically, there are some age-related imperfections, including minor bubbling and cracking on the wheel arches, a small imperfection on the left-rear corner, and a crack between the left headlight and grille, so the car would benefit from some cosmetic bodywork attention.

The Mechanics

Hand-built 6.2-litre naturally aspirated V8 engine with approximately 200hp
Four-speed automatic transmission
Right-hand drive
Seller notes it would benefit from routine recommissioning, brake servicing and attention to the fuel system before regular use
Vendor says, 'the cold-start video was intentionally filmed after a period of storage to transparently show the car starting from cold, once running, the engine settled smoothly with no concerning noises'

Powered by a hand-built 6.2-litre naturally aspirated V8 producing approximately 200hp, this right-hand-drive example is paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. The vendor reports that the car would benefit from routine recommissioning work, brake servicing and attention to the fuel system before regular use, to ensure it is performing at its best.

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