Very rare fuel injected model - amongst the last of the production run Wraith II
Price: | $39,990 |
Year: | 1980 |
Miles: | 29,500 |
Make: | Rolls-Royce |
Model: | Silver Shadow |
Engine: | 6.75 Litre Rolls-Royce V8 |
Colors: | 2-tone Sand over Walnut (metallic) / Chocolate Connolly leather interior |
Vin: | LRL-40770C |
Rolls-Royce
Silver Wraith II
1980
Rare Fuel Injection Model!
Here is a really fine and very
original example of a Silver Wraith II. It is the rare fuel injection model built
specifically and only for the Californian market. These were only built in 1980
– the last year of the Silver Shadow model run. This one is production run 40,770C
– the “C” suffix is for
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 example is finished in 2-tone
Silver Sand over Walnut metallic with a contrasting chocolate Everflex top. Dual
hand-painted fine-lines in chocolate adorn the waist-rails. The interior is finished
in a very rich chocolate to carry through the external colour theme.
This is a very clean and
unmolested example that has been lovingly maintained all its life. It presents
in original fashion with its original Blaupunkt push button radio and Pioneer
cassette player. A pampered Rolls-Royce, it was owned by a seasoned Rolls-Royce
collector and enthusiast that has lovingly maintained the car correctly and
regularly. It is a Rolls-Royce that has been regularly driven and even on long
tours (1,000+ miles per journey) which is so good for these cars. Having lived most
its life in southern states and when not in use, always kept in a garaged
environment.
The Silver Wraith II presented here has been recently fully work-shop
inspected with all work needed carried out. Important costly items such as the
hydraulics and brakes have been fully serviced. It is ready to drive and enjoy.
The odometer shows a moderate 87,000 miles and although not verifiable it is justifiable
by the overall condition of the car that they are original. In fact, if it was
claimed to be only 40,000 miles, I think it would be believable. That's how
nice it is. The car drives straight and
true with the fuel injection version offering added engine and driving
smoothness.
The interior presents very
beautifully with the right amount of patina. The leather finish on this example
has a very raw-hide, nicely used saddle look to it. The leather is all original
and has a very welcoming burnished patina to it with small nicks, marks and a
clearly defined used look to it. We think it is absolutely delightful. Like a
well-loved antique
The burr walnut wood finishes throughout appear to have been redone at some
point (we estimate in the last 5 years) and were done extremely well presenting
in entirely original finish and consistency. The wood can easily be described
as flawless. Head-lining is original and in super clean condition. The
The body on this Wraith II is
straight and the paint is shiny and lustrous. The car has had some areas
repainted over the years but a lot is also original. It has only the odd and
subtle marks from mild use with some minor blemishes here and there (lead-wiping
fractures) as you would expect but it is overall consistent, still remains
shiny & crisp and presents nicely – certainly, well above average. The Everflex
vinyl top is new from a few years ago and so presents perfectly.
The whitewall tyres are in
good near new condition with plenty of tread. The hubcaps, unique to the Wraith
II, are excellent with no dents or imperfections. All remaining bright-work is
in good condition as is glass, electrics and instruments. All electrics have been
checked right down to the smallest and insignificant dash and courtesy light.
The typical “slow window” syndrome typical of the model have been repaired and
so all operate well.
Under the bonnet, the presentation is amazing. It has not been precision detailed
but simply kept clean and tidy throughout its life. You must take the time to
look at the photos of the engine bay as its presentation is like that of a near
new example. Simply stunning!
The car is of very high
standard and is an easy 10 out of 10 driver-condition rating.
~~ This stately Silver Wraith II is an excellent condition
representation of the marque that is ready to be driven and enjoyed. It makes
for an excellent driver or point of discussion at your next Rolls-Royce meet!
~~
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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Rare
fuel injected car ~ easily identified by the twin tail-pipes on each side.
Click HERE to see some 150 high resolution photos