Classic & quintessential Sand over Walnut simply magnificent example Wraith II
Price: | $58,500 |
Year: | 1979 |
Miles: | 65,500 |
Make: | Rolls-Royce |
Model: | Silver Shadow |
Engine: | 6.75 Litre Rolls-Royce V8 |
Colors: | Silver Sand over Walnut (metallics) 2-tone / Chocolate Connolly leather with beige piping |
Vin: | LRK-037829 |
Rolls-Royce
Silver Wraith II
1979
A stunning and beautiful
presenting example!
Here is a stunningly beautiful Silver Wraith II that is a multiple show example. Finished in Silver Sand over Walnut with a dark chocolate Everflex vinyl top and matching fine lines to the waist-rails. The interior has handsome "dark chocolate" Connolly hides with tan piping and matching dark brown carpets. The same chocolate and tan theme carries through to the boot.
The Silver Wraith II is the
long wheel base version of the Silver Shadow II. Easily identified by the same
rear window (opera window) and standard fitment Everflex vinyl top, it is 4”
longer in the rear door. This provides a noticeable increase in rear passenger
space.
This is an absolutely gorgeous
car and ranks in amongst one the best examples in the “lightly restored”
category of cars. Restored about 10 years ago, she is a totally unmolested example
that has been exquisitely maintained and presents in excellent condition. It is
all original presenting with no modifications - right down to the original Blaupunkt
"blue dot" radio/ cassette player. This was a west coast car all its
life and then a few years in Texas, 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 without scale or rust, of course. It has always
been well maintained and serviced and comes with its original manual.
The Silver Wraith II presented here has been fully work-shop inspected by the
Patk-Ward Motors Museum with all work needed is carried out. Important costly
items such as the hydraulics and brakes are fully inspected and serviced as
required. This includes checking of all brake hoses and system pressure tested
and bled. It is ready to drive and enjoy. The odometer shows a low 65,000 original
miles, although the car looks like she has done 10,000 (particularly when you
look at the condition of the interior, under-hood, brake pedal etc). She is a
very solid car; incredibly 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. We would be as confident to say that she one of the
best driving Silver Wraith IIs we have had.
As once quoted by an independent long time Rolls-Royce aficionado and respected
enthusiast;
“For the
record, that '79 Silver Wraith II currently for sale by Park-Ward Motors is the
best driving Shadow era car that I have ever driven. Full Stop. End of story.
It is the best there is. ....... Whoever
gets that car is getting a real gem.”
The interior looks close to
perfect. The dark chocolate leather is in absolutely outstanding condition with
no tears nor fading and true to its Connolly characteristics. The leather really
has been lovingly preserved. The burr walnut wood throughout the car is
stunning. All the wood was redone to “factory standard” by a leading California
wood re-finisher at a cost of some $4,000. 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 grain and pattern with
lights and darks makes it one of the most beautiful Rolls-Royce woods I have
ever seen. Absolutely stunning!
The head lining is new exact
factory broad cloth wool imported in from the UK and, of course, in "as
new" condition. The original Wilton wool carpets with leather binding are
in excellent condition protected and cosseted by a new set of genuine
Rolls-Royce moutons in matching brown. Likewise is the leather finish to the dash
and top-roll. The boot (trunk) carpet with the same theme is also in excellent condition.
The body on this Wraith II is
straight and the paint is shiny and lustrous. The car was repainted some 10
years ago and was a stunningly high quality job (in excess of $25,000). The
finish is entirely consistent. When you look down the sides of the car, they
are laser straight and true. The paint presents beautifully with no marks or
blemishes whatsoever which only further confirms her minimal use and coddled
life - climate controlled for many years! The Everflex vinyl top, standard
fitment on all Wraith IIs, is also new and as such, truly IS; "like new".
The car has factory specification Avon tyres but they are now some 10 years
old and will need to be changed. Please enquire as to your choices as part of the
sale. The hubcaps are excellent with no imperfections in the stainless rings or
caps and present with a very deep shine. 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 new! 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 Wraith II comes with its original jack, correct
tools and operating manual.
The car is of very high
standard and is an easy 10 out of 10 driver rating and a "no
argument" 9½ out of 10 show car.
~~ This stately Wraith II is an excellent condition
representation of the marque that is ready to be driven and enjoyed. It makes
for an excellent driver for either everyday driving or sunny weekend enjoyment.
Do nothing to her and take her to your next Rolls-Royce meet - you will attract
considerable attention and earn some award. She already has! ~~
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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