Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith II 6750cc 1980
General description :
Just 3 owners from new
63,100 miles
Complete owner-driver handbook pack and tool kit
Brake overhaul carried out 04/09/2018 ( invoice on file )
Beautifully presented and on the button road ready to enjoy
1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith II For Sale In London (RHD)
‘I did the trip from Brussels to Monaco in one day, actually starting as late as 11 pm. It felt strange speeding down the Autoroute at 110mph with no noise coming from the engine or road and the air conditioning keeping the temperature inside the car perfect. On reaching Monte, one impression of the Silver Shadow was dominant. I was fresh, relaxed and not in the least tired-a remarkable tribute to car after having driven 700 miles. The drive from Monaco across the Alps to Turin is a punishing test for any cars handling. but the Silver Shadow came through with flying colours. the car really inspires confidence not only because it behaves safely but also because I know it has been properly put together and won’t let me down. On the question of safety, I will just say that if ever I am unfortunate enough to have an accident, the silver shadow is one of the few cars I would like to have it in!! ‘Paul Frere, Le Mans 24-Hour race winning driver, engineer, leading motoring journalist and road tester. after having road tested a Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow for over 2000 fast miles under conditions varying from the Autoroute and pave of France to Alpine hairpins.
The Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow and its Bentley counterpart, the T Series were announced in October 1965 as ‘the most radically new Rolls-Royce cars for 59 years’. it was certainly true that no previous model had even hinted at chassis-less construction all independent self levelling suspension, disc brakes, high pressure hydraulic system for brakes and levelling and electrically operated seat adjustment and gear range selection. Moreover, no previous model, not even the Phantom III, had ever introduced so many new features at a single stroke. The fact that these cars changed for a fifteen-year model run, together with the fact that more than 37,000 cars were built during that time, amply testifies to the rightness of the original concept.
During the 15-year production run of the Silver Shadow and its derivatives, over 2000 individual technical and coachwork changes were an introduction, culminating in the introduction of the Silver Shadow II range in February 1977. The following month saw the policy of bestowing individual model names to body styles rather than to chassis types extended to the long wheelbase version of the standard car, which became the Silver Wraith II, in honour of the first post-war Roll-Royce.
Finished in the super chic colour combination of Walnut coachwork with matching twin coach lines to complement the Brown Everflex roof. The interior is finished in the finest Beige Connolly hide with Brown piping, Wilton carpets. Being 1 of just 2,135 Wraith II built equalling to just short of 6% of the total 37,174 cars built these cars are 1 of the rarest of the series. Supplied new via Jack Barclay, chassis number LRH 0040962 today is as bright and fresh as the day it rolled of the factory line some 39 years ago. Over its life, this particular example has been maintained regardless of any expense spared by 3 fastidious owners and the cars is a reflection of this ownership.
Today our Silver Wraith is possibly one of the finest RHD examples available to the market, on the button and road ready having benefited with a complete brake overhaul and fitment of 4 brand new correct period whitewall Avon tyres which look beautiful against the hub caps and outer wheels trims. This beautiful Silver Wraith awaits its next jolly to ‘Monte.’
Complete with tool kit and jack, owner driver books, including plastic wallet and factory supplied service booklet.
Ready for immediate viewing at DD Classics Dealership in London, please call 0208 878 3355 for more information.
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1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith II 6750cc is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Surrey by DD Classics for £24950.
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Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : Silver Wraith Model Version : II 6750cc Engine size : 6.8 Model Year : 1980 Sub type : Pick up Location : Surrey
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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.