Rare Highland green in "ready to show" condition ~ fully turn-key by Park-Ward.
Price: | $49,900 |
Year: | 1979 |
Miles: | 46,000 |
Make: | Rolls-Royce |
Model: | Silver Shadow |
Engine: | 6.75 Litre Rolls-Royce V8 |
Colors: | Highland green (metallic) / Beige-tan Connolly leather interior |
Vin: | SRK-035885 |
Rolls-Royce
Silver Shadow II
1979
A simply STUNNING & original example!
Here is a really stunning example
of a Silver Shadow II. Finished in
The Silver Shadow II was the
ultimate of the Shadow series with many engineering upgrades to include rack
& pinion steering, revised suspension geometry for a surer ride, factory
dual (quiet) exhaust, climate control air conditioning and a revised dash board
lay-out. This example has the "rest-of-the-world" specification front colour coded air-dam fitted, factory front fog lamps and C pillar badges. The car also has OEM dual door exterior rear view mirrors fitted.
This is a very original
unmolested example that has been beautifully maintained and presents in
outstanding condition. A Californian Rolls-Royce all its life so it is a “dry”
car that has had a garaged environment. As a result, it has been freed from the
perils of harsh weather and is very clean underneath. It has always been well
maintained and serviced and comes with its original manual.
The Shadow II presented here was recently fully work-shopped by us at Park-Ward, on a true do-whatever-it-needs-basis. Important costly items such as the hydraulics and brakes have been fully inspected
and serviced as required. This includes brake pumps, accumulators, valves, calipers, replacement
of all brake hoses, hydraulic system flushed and reservoir cleaned and system pressure tested and bled. It is ready to drive
and enjoy. The odometer shows a low 48,800 and although this is not verifiable
with documentation, there can be no question it is accurate (particularly when
you look at the condition of the interior, under-hood, brake pedal etc). The
car actually looks like it has done only 20,000! 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.
I cant stress enough, just
how beautiful this Shadow II is. The interior is simply wonderful. The beige
Vaumol Luxan hides by Connolly are in amazingly wonderful condition with only gentle wear with no fading, and true to its Connolly characteristics. They have NEVER been repaired or redyed; totally original. The leather really
has been lovingly preserved and shows the correct amount of patina. For those
of you who may not know, Vaumol Luxan grain was unique to Rolls-Royce. What you
see is not only the beige leather but when these hides were tanned, the Luxan
process involved hand-rubbing of a darker tone into the grain of the leather.
This gives the leather a rich antique look so you can see the natural features
right down to the individual pores. Somewhat like you see on a classical
The burr walnut wood throughout the car is stunning. All the wood is completely
factory original and in breathtakingly good condition. It is rare not see the
wood cracked and peeling so for these to be original only proves its low
mileage and cosseted life-style. And, you have to thank Mother Nature for its
beauty. The grain and pattern with deep, rich knots makes it one of the most
beautiful for Rolls-Royce. Absolutely stunning!
The head lining is original
and in perfect condition. The original
The exterior presentation of
this Silver Shadow II is equally stunning. The body is exceptionally straight
and the paint is of excellent high standard and finish. Much of the paint is original which is quite unusual for a
Silver Shadow as they usually all are terribly faded by this juncture. We did
repaint the bonnet and boot for this reason only, and rest assured it matches
perfect in colour, consistency and lustre. Over all, paint-finish is totally shiny
and glass smooth. A regular polish and wax from time to time is all this Silver
Shadow requires.
The car has a brand new set of white-wall tyres fitted and the hubcaps are excellent
with no imperfections in the stainless rings or caps. Fitted are Wraith II
style caps (special ordered from new) but if you would prefer standard Shadow
II hubcaps, please enquire. All remaining bright-work is in good condition. All
electrics have been checked right down to the smallest and insignificant dash
and courtesy light. Even the clock keeps good time!
Under the bonnet, the presentation is amazing. It has not been precision
detailed but simply kept clean and tidy throughout its life. The under-bonnet
heat pads are in good shape. 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 Silver Shadow II comes with its original jack,
correct tools and operating manual. The only modification to this car is late
model stereo system. If you are a purist and should you prefer the factory
Blaupunkt and Pioneer radio/8-track combination, please feel free to enquire.
The car is of very high
standard and is not only an easy 10 out of 10 driver rating but is close to
show standard.
~~ This very handsome Silver Shadow II is an excellent condition
representation of the marque that is ready to be driven and enjoyed. Do nothing
to her and take her to your next Rolls-Royce meet and you would be in the
running for a prize ~ She is that good! ~~
International bidders are
always welcome.
For extra photos on this fine example go to the link below.
The photos are of super high resolution so if you right click on any, you can zoom in and see every little detail and defect in considerable detail.
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Click HERE to see additional photos!