Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 6.8L V8 1990
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Gateway Classic cars of Tampa is excited to offer up for sale this beautiful 1990 Rolls Royce Silver Spur II. This car is in incredible condition inside and out. The Silver Spirit II and Silver Spur II were refinements of the original models, introduced at the 1989 Frankfurt Motor Show. Suspension design saw the most change in 1990, with "Automatic Ride Control" introduced, a fully automatic system that adjusted dampers at all four wheels in real time. Other updates included the adoption of ABS and fuel injection as standard for all models. Originally retaining the three-speed Turbo Hydramatic GM400 transmission from earlier Spirits/Spurs. The size of the petrol tank was also increased, up to 24 imp gallons to get over 310 miles per tank. Exterior and interior changes were minimal, with a considerably smaller steering wheel and two additional ventilation outlets added to the fascia mildly modernizing the look up front. The paint on this Silver Spur is still the original dark blue from Rolls Royce and is in great condition. The interior is a Walnut color dash woodgrain with tan leather has been keep show quality. From 1990-1993 Rolls Royce only built 1658 Silver Spur II models. This Silver Spur comes with the original owner’s manuals and window sticker which had a MSRP of $154,700. The car is numbers matching and original with just over 78k actual miles on the 6.75 Liter V8 engine. Since the car was very well maintained it will start right up and idle how it did when it was new. The ride and drive of this Rolls Royce would make you think its 25 years newer than it is. Having a clean history report and being the well-equipped Spur II, this car will not be on the market long. This is the perfect smooth driving daily driver or even something you can be proud to show off at local car shows. To see 100+ HD pictures and videos of this 1990 Rolls Royce Silver Spur II, please visit GatewayClassicCars.com. For more information or to schedule an appointment to view this vehicle in person, please call the Tampa showroom at (813)645-6200 or email us directly at Tampa@GatewayClassicCars.com. See more at: http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/TPA/1096/1990-Rolls-Royce-Silver-Spur-II
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1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 6.8L V8 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Ruskin by Gateway Classic Cars for $27595.
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Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : Silver Spur Model Version : 6.8L V8 Engine size : 6.8 Model Year : 1990 Sub type : Sedan Location : Tampa
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About Rolls-Royce
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.