The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III, introduced in 1963, marked a significant milestone for its manufacturer. While it remained a meticulously crafted luxury automobile with wood-framed bodywork adorned with exquisite burled walnut, the Silver Cloud III also embraced contemporary styling cues. Notably, it featured quad headlamps, a lowered hood and radiator shell, smaller bumpers, and separate front seats, symbolizing the company's first nods towards modern design.
Underneath its elegant exterior, the Silver Cloud III underwent notable improvements from its predecessor, the Silver Cloud II. The engine received enhancements, including the installation of 2-inch SU carburetors, resulting in a slight power increase of approximately 7%. The compression ratio was raised to 9:1 to accommodate higher octane fuels, although a lower 8:1 ratio remained available in certain markets. Weight reduction measures and a nitride hardened crankshaft contributed to improved performance and durability. Rolls-Royce also made refinements to the Silver Cloud III's transmission, adopting the GM Hydramatic under license.
Among the standout variants of the Silver Cloud III was the Drophead Coupé Adaptation, skillfully crafted by Rolls-Royce's renowned coachbuilding shop, H.J. Mulliner. This Adaptation model, which derived its name from the use of factory Standard Steel Saloon body panels and inner structure, underwent such extensive reworking that it became a testament to coachbuilt craftsmanship comparable to fully custom bodies. The Silver Cloud III Drophead Coupé Adaptation enjoyed a limited production run, with just 37 examples created, including this particular car, which was among the 25 left-hand-drive models. Its exclusivity has made it a coveted choice worldwide.
This stunning 1963 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III has been recently restored and is finished in Deep Black over black leather interior. The look is completed with a black soft top and fine red coachlining accentuating the first three-quarters of the elegant body. The all-aluminum V8 lives up to its high praise, running smoothly and accelerating with the same effortlessness one would expect of a Rolls Royce flagship. The interior features a beautiful hand-laid wooden dashboard which presents beautifully and is home to a perfectly functioning set of gauges and switchgear. In the rear of the car, passengers are treated to a pair of perfect fold-out picnic tables. The car shows 58,909 kilometers on its five-digit odometer, and comes backed with $131,000 worth of service records- including a fresh paint job performed in 2021. Whether driving through the country or parked on the concours lawn, this Silver Cloud has an imposing yet dignified presence the made Rolls Royce famous for their luxury offerings.
Offered at $595,000.00 USD
