This 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II Long Wheelbase Saloon with
Division is a left-hand drive US delivered example that was very
well optioned with air conditioning and electric windows. Chassis
LLCA18 has benefitted from an older repaint, beautiful and correct
new leather interior and a major mechanical servicing. This example
would be welcomed in most regional concours events, RROC tours and
events where presence and refinement matter more than pace. Chassis
LLCA18 was ordered new through Rolls-Royces American distribution
network by Howard Johnsons Inc., the legendary hotel and restaurant
chain, with delivery to it's Rockefeller Center headquarters in
December 1960 as a 1961 model year car. One of only 258 Silver
Cloud II long-wheelbase saloons built over its three-year model
run, this Rolls-Royce was specified left-hand drive for the U.S.
market and originally finished in Masons Black over grey leather.
Ownership history traces the Silver Cloud II through prominent
corporate and private custodians throughout the United States
including Forbes, Inc., with mileage now showing 26,316 on the
five-digit odometer. The present owner acquired this Rolls-Royce in
2022 and performed a major mechanical service including a complete
tune-up, rebuilding the braking systems and servo, radiator
service, new hoses, new water pump, new Coker white wall radial
tires and air conditioning service. The exterior of the Rolls-Royce
Silver Cloud II is finished in Cream over Caramel two tone and
presents with a nice shine and gloss as well as consistent panel
fit. Twin Tan pinstripes complement the livery and accentuate the
gorgeous lines of the Rolls. The chrome and stainless-steel trim
present well overall, including the Spirit of Ecstasy mascot, with
expected fine scratches in high-contact areas. Newly painted wheels
wear five new correct width whitewall radial tires and the proper
painted wheelcovers, adding period-correct visual balance and
reinforcing the cars stately road presence. The interior of LLCA18
reflects the ultimate in British luxury with its fine tan wool, tan
leather and gorgeous burl walnut finishes. The interior features a
beautiful newer tan leather throughout with matching light brown
Wilton wool carpeting showing little to no wear. Hand-finished
burled walnut trim spans the dashboard, window surrounds, and rear
compartment cabinetry, displaying a beautiful mild gloss finish.
The electric glass division window works well, and the original
factory rear boot air conditioning system has been fully serviced
and blows cold. The etched glass lighting, folding picnic tables,
mirrored vanities and folding armrest complete the sense of luxury
for the rear passengers. The engine compartment has been detailed
and presents well. The venerable Silver Cloud IIs 6,223cc OHV
aluminum V8, paired with twin SU carburetors and a four-speed
automatic transmission is both powerful and reliable. Since 2022,
chassis LLCA18 has been fully mechanically sorted and
recommissioned, transforming the Rolls-Royce from into a dependable
driver suitable for shows and light touring. Included with the sale
are copies of build records, service records, a clean Arizona
title, select tools, and the wheel-mounted spare stored in the
trunk. For more information and details, please call or text Kendi
Brown at 1.623.404.9042 or email us at
[email protected] .
This 1961 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II Long Wheelbase Saloon with
Division is available for inspection at our showroom in Phoenix. 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.
