This is a gorgeous 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III Saloon that
has been with one loving owner in Southern California for the past
41 years. This Rolls-Royce was ordered new with factory air
conditioning and has been cosmetically restored to its original
handsome specifications. LSFU347 would be at home on a concours
field or for touring. It is rare that nice LHD Silver Cloud IIIs
come up for sale as they are one of the best modern classics and in
high demand. Ordered new on December 20, 1963 for Mrs. Chafica Diab
from Lebanon. Mrs. Diab was a well-respected business leader of her
family business, Abdul Rahim Diab which is still thriving today. By
January 12, 1982, Mr. Fred P. Sattler from Big Bear Lake, CA
acquired the Rolls and added it to his collection which included a
Phantom V and 3.5-liter Bentley. He enjoyed the Rolls for at least
the next 41 years in Southern California and was a long-time member
of the RROC. Over the years, the Rolls benefitted from a very
high-quality bare metal respray in all its original colors, mouton
sheepskin overlays and beautifully refinished wood. Spending all of
its life in dry climate, this is a rust-free example. This Rolls
has accumulated 67,900 miles from new. The livery is elegant and
gorgeous in Dark Blue (Paint Code 4944) over Shell Gray (Paint Code
2389) with Fine Light Blue coachstripes. The polished
stainless-steel wheel covers have the Dark Blue center with its
Fine Light Blue pinstripe. The paint is in overall very nice
condition with very nice shine and luster. The Rolls has newer
Firestone wide white wall radials that are a modern and safer
version of the wide white walls specified by Mrs. Diab. The chrome
and stainless are in very nice condition with only light scratches
in the stainless from normal use. Overall, the exterior is in very
nice condition and would be welcome at most all concours events.
The interior is beautiful and clearly tells the story of how well
this Rolls has been cared for. The Dark Blue leather (Trim Code 96)
is original and in gorgeous condition. The leather is relatively
soft and supple and is without any major creasing. It has a
wonderful patina and speaks to how well it has been maintained over
the decades. The dark blue mouton sheepskin overlays are as new and
look elegant and luxurious. The wood is the traditional Rolls-Royce
burl walnut that has been refinished and in beautiful condition.
All of the instruments work well and are in excellent condition.
The clock is not functioning. This Rolls has both front and rear
air conditioning that provide terrific cold air through one simple
factory control switch in front of the driver. This was ordered new
with tinted Sundym glass and wind-up windows rather than electric.
We converted the freon to 134a from R-12. The engine compartment
has been well detailed and looks sharp. The venerable 6.23-liter V8
proved to be the longest produced V8 in automobile history. It has
proven to be very robust, powerful and smooth. The Rolls starts
easily warm or cold and is comfortable to drive even with the air
conditioning on and in our 100 degrees plus F temperatures. Even in
100-degree temperatures, the oil pressure and operating
temperatures were excellent, which one would expect from a well
maintained 67,000-mile Silver Cloud. A Petronix electronic ignition
has been added as well. LSFU347 comes complete with most all of the
large tools, a complete collection of the small tools, the spare
with a new tire, a modern Bluetooth stereo system and a new
battery. The Rolls comes complete with the factory build sheets,
historical documents, and the Owners Handbook. We have this Silver
Cloud III priced well and fairly, making appropriate adjustments
for its condition and air conditioning. For more details and
information, please text, call or email Kendi Brown at
1.623.404.9042 or
[email protected] . The Rolls is in our
Phoenix showroom. We are pleased to offer FaceTime or WhatsApp live
video inspections, and we help coordinate shipping worldwide. We
also have financing partners if you are interested in financing.
