Vehicle Description
This is a rather lovely Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Long Wheel Base
("LWB"), finished in Silver Sand with rich honey tan Connolly hide
leather interior. The coach work waist-rails and hubcap beauty
rings are finished in hand-painted dark brown to match the vinyl
top. The long wheel base version of the Silver Shadow is easily
identified by the small rear window (opera window) and standard
fitment Everflex vinyl top, it is 4" longer in the rear door. This
provides a noticeable increase in rear passenger space. This is a
lovely condition example with a low 63,500 miles from only 1 owner
from new. Purchased new by a wealthy industrialist it was part of a
large collection of Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars. In the last
15 years, the car sat in a private collection display. This is a
well presented example that displays all the hallmarks of a serious
and dedicated owner. It was repainted some 15 years ago in its
original colour and so the paint is in excellent condition. It was
a very high end paint job costing some $17,000 so it is deep in
lustre and shine and is entirely consistent. An original North
American car that was never driven in inclement weather (and it
shows), always climate control stored. Very straight, very clean,
very true in all characteristics Rolls-Royce. The interior is
completely original. The Connolly hide leather is stunning. The
leather finishes have never been redyed and not so much as even a
touch-up, showing its original Connolly hide signature finish. The
African burl walnut's original French polishing is in good
condition, only with minor hairline marks in the lacquer. Carpets
are good. The headliner is all original. As importantly, it has
been maintained meticulously. Although rarely driven in recent
times, the car was kept in the collection under the eye of a
Rolls-Royce caretaker who regularly maintained the car. Recent work
performed includes a complete going over of the hydraulic and
braking system; brake pumps, accumulators, accumulator valves,
calipers, hoses, reservoir and system flush, etc. Some $10,000 in
work that will keep the new owner in good stead for many years to
come. The car drives smooth, without any bumps, rattles or knocks.
It truly "floats" like the Shadow of this era was designed and
built to do. Testament of its well maintained history is the
cleanliness under the hood. Not detailed but appropriately
maintained. The trunk presents just as well without so much as mark
in the carpet. All external bright-work is well above standard and
lights and lenses excellent. Normally, the rear quarter bumpers
rust out where the brackets are internally welded - no such thing
here! The car is simply stunning to admire as well as drive.
