Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith 1956
General description :
Original 1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith Long Wheelbase Left-Hand Drive with Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner.This 1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith Long Wheelbase Left-Hand Drive with Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner is an excellent original car that's ready for straightforward recommissioning. It's finished in a two-tone white and black paint job with grey interior. Mechanically sound, it runs and drives but should be serviced prior to being considered roadworthy. The paint is in fair condition but there are chips and scuffs so it requires either touching up or a total respray. Most of the chrome around the car is straight and free of wrinkles. On the inside, the door panels, rear bench, and corresponding carpets look great but the same cannot be said about the front seats themselves as the grey leather has seen better days. The gray cloth rear bench is in fair condition. The interior is functional but an overhaul would certainly make the inside of this Silver Wraith a more pleasant space to pass the time. The underside including the frame and floorboards are solid. Under the hood, all components are present and appear free of damage. The car spent most of its time in Canada, bouncing around from Quebec to Montreal all the way to Ontario. At some point the vehicle passed through the Bahamas, but the purpose of this is undetermined. Years later, we do know that the previous owner acquired this car in November of 2012. This Silver Wraith Long Wheelbase LHD with Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner and an honest original example that represents a fantastic value.Long-Wheelbase with Coachwork by H.J. MullinerDesirable Left-Hand Drive Example Highly Collectible Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith Excellent Original Car for Straightforward RecommissioningMechanically Sound Price: $56,500
1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in New York by Gullwing Motor Cars for $56500.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : Silver Wraith Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1956 Location : Astoria Vehicle Registration : Undefined
56500 $
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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.