35,000 mile 2-owner gem in very rare colour combination. Stunning presentation.
Price: | $55,000 |
Year: | 1980 |
Miles: | 35,500 |
Make: | Rolls-Royce |
Model: | Silver Shadow |
Engine: | 6.75 Litre Rolls-Royce V8 |
Colors: | 2-tone Silver Sand over Athenian blue (metallic) / Beige Connolly leather with navy blue accents |
Vin: | LRL-039349 |
Rolls-Royce
Silver Wraith II
1980
An incredibly STUNNING presenting example!
H ere is a really fine and original example of a last-of-the-series Silver
Wraith II. Finished in 2-tone Silver Sand over Athenian Blue with Royal blue fine
lines to the waist-rails and matching Everflex vinyl top. The interior has handsome
light tan (beige) Connolly hides with Royal Blue piping and Wilton carpets in
the reverse theme. The same Royal blue and light tan theme carries through to
the boot.
This is an unmolested original
example that has been nicely maintained by 2 owners since new and presents in excellent
condition. It is primarily all original with no modifications – from the paint,
right down to the original Blaupunkt push button radio and separate cassette
player. This was a west coast car, owned by its first owner for over 30 years, so it
is a “dry” car that has had a private collection museum environment for most of
that time. It was owned by a Canadian enthusiast since then and has never been
used outside of sunny, summer weather driving. 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 by authorized Rolls-Royce agents and comes with its
original manual.
The body on this Wraith II is
very straight and the paint is shiny and lustrous. The car still sports 90% of its
original paint (top half completely factory original), which is really quite
amazing given that Rolls-Royce used a single stage paint process that generally
did not “go the distance”. To wit, most Rolls-Royces of this era have all been
repainted. For this one to be original paint and still remain shiny is a
testament to its careful ownership. It could only have been stored in a climate
controlled environment when not is use for it to be this nice. And, to follow,
there can be no doubt the low mileage on this car is original. When you look
down the sides of the car, they are very straight and true. The paint presents
beautifully with only the most minor little mark here and there from use but
consistent with a low-mileage car. Certainly, it needs nothing other than a wax
from time to time. The Everflex vinyl top, standard fitment on all Wraith IIs,
is also original and overall good condition with only minor blemishes. All
original Eveflex tops had a very subtle padding to the mid-section and this one
displays this original touch.
The interior of this Wraith
II looks close to perfect. The light tan and blue piped Connolly hide leather
is 100% original from the factory. It has never been re-dyed and is in
absolutely outstanding condition with no tears nor fading and very supple and
soft – true to its Connolly characteristics. The leather really has been
lovingly preserved and has theta beautiful deep graining look. A great welcome with true original leather is the colour
characteristics of a special technique used by Connolly for Rolls-Royce leather
known as “Vaumol” hides. If you look at the pictures of the interior, there are
some close-up shots that clearly show the colour is not just plain light tan,
but with a “burnished” tone to the leather. This is known as “Luxan Grain” and
is unique to Connolly Vaumol hides. You can see the beige tan base and then in
the fine natural grain and folds of the leather is a darker tone. This natural quasi
“antique” leather look (like a Chesterfield couch) was achieved by the hand
rubbing Connollising technique that made this leather so famous and for which
its name now describes the correct procedure for refinishing leather –
“Connollising”. Leather that has been re-dyed by typical methods is “mono-toned”
featuring only the 1 primary colour. As such, it lacks depth and richness that
unrestored Connolly hide has to offer. This Wraith II leather is simply darling with only the most minimal and correct amount of patina. You may have read this comment in my other listings; the deep Luxan grain look is supposed to look as it does. If you think it looks dirty or soiled then, respectfully, you are not grasping the very concept of the leather and perhaps a classic Rolls-Royce is not for you.
The burr walnut wood
throughout the car is stunning. They are also completely original and have not
been redone, They are not flawless (not a word you can use flippantly) but in
excellent condition with only the most minor imperfections on the front door
cappings. Certainly stunning for a 40 year old Rolls-Royce and by no means in
need of redoing. The colour is deep, the grain rich and the finish smooth.
The head-lining is all original
and in good condition. Likewise, is the leather finish to the dash and top-roll
which is contrasted in Royal blue. The matching Royal Blue Wilton wool carpets
with light tan leather binding are in excellent condition and nicely protected
by the original Royal blue Rolls-Royce “Mouton” (lambswool) rugs which are also
in fine condition. The boot (trunk) carpet with the same theme is also in great
condition.
The Silver Wraith II presented here has been work-shop inspected where 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 35,000 and the overall condition of the car
evidences, without doubt, the mileage is correct (particularly when you look at
the condition of the interior, under-hood, 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 white-wall 235/70-15 Hankook whitewall tyres are in good condition and were the first
replacement set since the car was new! The hubcaps are excellent with no
imperfections in the stainless rings or caps. The "RR" centres are
all in good condition. All remaining bright-work is in good 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. The under-bonnet
heat pads are like 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.
~~ 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 for either everyday driving or sunny weekend enjoyment. You could easily take her to your next Rolls-Royce meet and attract attention if not a prize – it 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.
Click HERE to see some 200 high resolution photos
Click HERE to see some 200 high resolution photos