Vehicle Description
To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' Auburn
Fall event, 30 August - 2 September 2018.
Estimate:
$75,000 - $100,000
Offered from the Calumet CollectionOne of just 2,417 long-wheelbase
Silver Cloud IIs produced380-cu. in. OHV V-8 engine and four-speed
automatic transmissionRare model with division window and rear
compartment radio controlsAir conditioning, reading lamps,
Blaupunkt radio, and writing and cocktail accoutrementsOffered with
complete sets of road and hand tools, including spare
bulbsWell-maintained cosmetic and mechanical conditionAccompanied
by Rolls-Royce Foundation build and ownership documentation
One of only 2,417 long-wheelbase Silver Cloud IIs produced, this
car was shipped to the U.S. to Bianco & Pepe, and delivered new on
16 July 1962, to Ralph J. Schwarz, president of the Sapphire
Corporation of New York City. Subsequent owners were Fred R. Salter
of Corona del Mar, California, and Jim Rogers of Las Vegas, from
whose estate the Calumet Collection acquired the car. The car is
fairly lavished with optional features, including power steering
and windows, Sundym glass, Lucas foglamps, and the rare division
window with rear seat radio controls. Period aftermarket air
conditioning, reading lamps, and a Blaupunkt radio add to the
luxurious motoring experience, while a set of writing and vanity
companions in the rear seat armrest, as well as the cocktail
services behind the tables, are both authentic. A recent inspection
showed that the car ran well, and it has been recently serviced and
detailed for enjoyment by the new owner.To view this car and others
currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/AF18.
