Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 2 1987
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1987 Rolls Royce Silver Spur 2
Ordered new by one Mr Toorani; he kept the car for 29 years. During this time the car had the most meticulous servicing of any Rolls I have come across with over 30 services being performed necessitationg a second service booklet to be employed. The car had covered a scant 29,911 miles when we picked it up backed up by the voluminous service history accompanying the car. Most of the work has been performed by main dealers with one or two specialists also lending their expertese. We only photographed a portion of the history due to the sheer volume of invoices in the file.
The car is finished in Masons black named after the eponymous paint company as opposed to the fraternal order. Having resided in a climate controlled garage its entire life the paintwork is as one might imagine in unblemished condition. The story contines inside with the parchment hides being in like new condition as is the highly figured burr walnut.
Unusually the car was special ordered with a rear sunroof. Burr walnut picnic tables are fitted to the seat backs for use by rear occupants. A high quality Pioneer stereo system is also installed to the lower dash board. This is an ABS Model & also has Electronic Fuel Injection. The car has cocktail cabinets for both rear occupants along with factory supplied footrests. The car cost over £90,000 when new & was supplied by Lex Mead. A full hide headling was also specified when the car was ordered.
The car drives absolutely faultlessly with the cruise control operational & ice cold air conditioning. Gear changes are smooth & seamless. The engine is powerful, silent & kicks down readily when called upon to do so. The suspension is supple & correct as one might expect from a car having benefitted from such a rigorous maintenance regime; Indeed to drive it is a pleasure.
Under the bonnet the car is highly detailed & absolutely corrosion free. Rarely do we get a car in of this age in such fine condition. You really have to come & see it to appreciate what a time warp it is.
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1987 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 2 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Grays by Vintage Prestige for £26500.
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Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : Silver Spur Model Version : 2 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1987 Sub type : Pick up Location : Essex
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Well, ladies and gentlemen, today we're diving into the illustrious history of a brand that has always embodied the very essence of British luxury and craftsmanship - Rolls-Royce.Our story begins at the turn of the 20th century when two visionaries, Charles Rolls and Henry Royce, decided to join forces. In 1904, the very first Rolls-Royce was born, the Rolls-Royce 10 hp. It was a modest start for a company that would go on to redefine automotive excellence.
But it wasn't until 1907 that Rolls-Royce truly made its mark with the introduction of the Silver Ghost. It was hailed as the "Best Car in the World" and set the gold standard for luxury motoring. With its whisper-quiet engine and exquisite craftsmanship, it was a statement of opulence and refinement.
The 1920s brought us the Rolls-Royce Phantom I, an icon of its time. It was the first Rolls-Royce to feature a 6-cylinder engine and set the stage for the legendary Phantom line. This was the era when the Maharajas of India commissioned custom-bodied Rolls-Royces that were nothing short of automotive palaces.
Fast forward to the post-war years, and we have the Silver Cloud, a symbol of post-war British optimism. The Silver Cloud was elegance personified, with its flowing lines and handcrafted interiors. It was the choice of royalty, celebrities, and captains of industry.
But if we're talking about the epitome of Rolls-Royce luxury, it's the Rolls-Royce Phantom VI, which graced us with its presence from 1968 to 1991. This was a car that made the statement that "if you have to ask the price, you can't afford it." Customization was the name of the game, and the Phantom VI was a canvas for the world's wealthiest to express their unique tastes.
Now, it's impossible to discuss Rolls-Royce without mentioning the Rolls-Royce Corniche. Produced from 1971 to 1995, it was a convertible and coupe version of the Silver Shadow. The Corniche was the quintessential grand tourer, a car for those who wished to traverse continents in absolute luxury.
But, alas, even the mightiest must face their decline, and Rolls-Royce was no exception. The company went through financial turmoil in the 1970s and 80s, leading to the takeover by Vickers plc. Then came the controversial BMW and Volkswagen ownership period, which divided enthusiasts.
Rolls-Royce regained its footing under BMW ownership, and the new millennium brought us the Rolls-Royce Phantom VII, a return to the company's roots of uncompromising luxury. The Phantom VII was a testament to British engineering and craftsmanship.
And that, ladies and gentlemen, brings us to today. Rolls-Royce continues to produce some of the most opulent, bespoke vehicles on the planet, a symbol of British imperiousness that has not waned with time. The spirit of Sir Henry Royce and Charles Rolls lives on in every car that bears the Spirit of Ecstasy, a testament to the enduring legacy of British automotive excellence.