Stunning restored & show-winning example. Gorgeous Shadow II from America's best
Price: | $59,000 |
Year: | 1979 |
Miles: | 63,000 |
Make: | Rolls-Royce |
Model: | Silver Shadow |
Engine: | 6.75 Litre Rolls-Royce V8 |
Colors: | Cardinal red (metallic) over Garnet (non-metallic) / Beige Connolly leather with burgundy piping. |
Vin: | SRK-036832 |
Rolls-Royce
Silver Shadow II
1979
~ Rare "Cardinal Red"over
"Garnet" ~
A stunning show-winning example!
Here is a really fine and super
stunning example of a Silver Shadow II. Finished in rare Cardinal Red (metallic
burgundy) over Garnet (a non-metallic rich plum colour) with tan fine lines to
the waist-rails and beauty rings. A very stunning colour combination not often
seen here in the
This Shadow II has the rare option of an electrically operated sun-roof that
was fitted when the car was about 10 years old. An extremely well-done
installation that would have cost considerable money at the time. The car also has an ROW ("Rest Of World") specification front air dam and optional dual (both front door) exterior rear view mirrors.
This is a beautiful
Californian-all-its-life example that has been nicely maintained and presents
in excellent condition. This west coast car is very “dry” and has lived a garaged
environment. As a result, it has been freed from the perils of harsh weather
and is very clean underneath. In only recent years has she resided in
The Silver Shadow II presented here has been work-shop inspected with all
work needed carried out. The car is being offered with every major and minor
service done. Important costly items such as the hydraulics and brakes are
fully up to date on their services as required. This includes overhauling of
all brake hoses and system pressure tested and bled. Once delivered to the new
owner, it only wants to be driven and enjoyed. The odometer shows a low 63,000
and although this is not verifiable, the mileage is commensurate with the
condition (particularly when you look at the condition under the bonnet, brake
pedal etc). It is very quiet and smooth on the road without any of the typical
“thumps” and “rattles” typical of poor (or even averagely) maintained examples
of this model.
The interior is in excellent
shape if not to be described as simply stunning. The beige leather is in excellent
condition with no tears nor fading and true to its Connolly characteristics.
The burr walnut wood throughout the car is to die for. All having been done by
Park-Ward to include the dash, centre dash-console, door cappings and vanity
mirrors at a cost of some $3,500. The process was done in accordance with the
Rolls-Royce "multi-layer lacquering technique" which involves
painstaking wet sanding and buffing by hand between all coats. The final finish
on the wood throughout is simply stunning and is like glass. And, you have to
thank Mother Nature for its beauty. The rich, dark, heavy earthy grains and
pattern, particularly on the dash, presents strikingly.
The head lining and rear
parcel shelf is brand new broad cloth wool from the
The body on this Shadow II is
very straight and the paint is shiny and very lustrous having undergone a full
repaint some 10 years ago at a cost of in excess of $25,000. All in her
original colours of Cardinal red over Garnet, she is simply gorgeous. The
quality of paint and finish far exceeds that of factory standard. It is
entirely consistent, glass-like flat and deep in gloss. There may be some very
small and very insignificant marks but very minor indeed. Certainly nothing
objectionable and simply pointed out for clear disclosure. Rest assured the
paint presents very well as you can see in the photos. When you look down the
sides of the car, they are very straight and true. Certainly, the paint needs
nothing other than a wax from time to time.
Windshield and backlight gasket rubbers are new with various others throughout.
The tyres on the car are near new, with hubcaps that are simply excellent,
having been machine buffed and polished to a mirror shine with no imperfections
in the stainless nor beauty rings, for that matter. All remaining bright-work
is in stunning condition. All electrics have been checked right down to the
smallest and insignificant dash and courtesy light.
Under the bonnet, the presentation is amazing. It has not been precision
detailed but simply kept clean and tidy throughout its life and a noticeable benefit
of it being a clean Californian car to start with. You must take the time to
look at the photos of the engine bay as its presentation is like that of only a
5 year old example. Simply stunning!
As you would expect, this Shadow II comes with its original jack, correct
tools and operating manual.
~~ This
stately Silver Shadow II is an excellent condition representation of the marque
that is ready to be driven and enjoyed. She makes for an excellent addition to
any classic car collection and for sunny weekend enjoyment. Do nothing to her
and take her to your next Rolls-Royce meet - you will attract considerable attention
and possibly take out a prize. She is that good! ~~
~~International buyers always welcome ~ we have sold and shipped 100's
world-wide.~~
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