This is a stunning presenting Silver Shadow Long Wheel Base (“LWB”) sedan finished in Shell grey with a black Everflex vinyl top. It has a single hand-painted fine line to the waist-rails and hubcap beauty trim rings finished in interior-matching black. The interior is finished in the ever so formal black Connolly leather hides with matching carpets. This combination is very elegant and classic for an early Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow.
The long wheel base (“LWB”) version of the Silver Shadow, easily identified by the small 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 a southern state car owned by mature gentlemen for many years and everything about it shows utter pride of ownership and care.
The interior of the car finished in rich black Connolly leather is deliciously elegant. The leather is entirely original Connolly Vaumol from factory and in beautiful condition. It displays the right amount of patina that we look for, yet without a single tear, crack or unsightly blemish. It remains very supple and without issues. The headliner is in amazing condition, finished in its original light grey broad cloth wool still showing its “new” tuft and pile. It displays no stains, marks nor wear that you will quite often see on Silver Shadows. Welcomingly, this example has none and can be comfortably described as perfect. Door panels, dash panel, rear parcel shelf, interior chrome work, gauges and instruments are all in very fine condition.
The rich light African burl walnut throughout is all original and presents incredibly nice and near perfect condition. With only the most minor and insignificant marks in the clear finish, it all presents wonderfully with its glass-like finish. It is very rare to see original wood finishes in a Silver Shadow looking this good. Please take the time to look at the close up photos of the dash – virtually flawless! And, with the beauty of only the best of burl walnut, the grain in this Silver Shadow displays a lovely thread of knots in the grain which blends from rich yellow ochres to those of light brown. It is truly stunning.
The exterior of the car is very straight and rust free with the underside clean and tidy. The paint has had some refinishing over the years and is in superb condition. It is the car’s original Shell grey. In some places the paint appears to be factory original and yet looks wonderful, which is further testament to its well-maintained history. All chrome and glass is in superb condition, right down to factory correct Lucas headlamps fitted. The black Everflex top is original and in fine condition but for a rather odd mark in the very centre of the roof where it looks like perhaps something was mounted there but we cannot determine what. You can see it in a few select photos. Interestingly, you don’t really see it when standing and looking at the car but if you were to “ladder up”, you can. Because the remainder of the Everflex top is very nice, we don’t see any need to replace. But, by all means, please do enquire if you think it is something you would like us to do as we have the professional skills to do so in-house. Even with this blemish, the outside of the car presents to true Rolls-Royce standards.
The trunk carpet is in good condition, with the correct jack and tools in place. Tyres are Kumho 225/70-15 whitewalls, with the hubcaps straight and the stainless steel super shiny.
Mechanically the car is in fantastic shape. Just a look under the hood says everything about its maintenance and the penchant for originality. It has been work-shopped by Park-Ward with all the hydraulics/braking system serviced and working well. The car has been well maintained over the years with the more typical hydraulic and brake items having been done. The engine truly purrs and gear-change is smooth and quiet. The car is very spritely in power which is a good sign of a well cared for and good condition motor. The odometer reads 6,200 miles with an updated speedometer so mileage is not verifiable, but based on our experience, the car looks every bit typical of a well-cared for 50,000 low mileage example and we believe it!
Like all Park-Ward cars, once sold, this car will undergo a complete workshop service before delivery to its new owner. This process we call “Predelivery Commissioning” encompasses bringing every major and minor service up to date and ensuring all current and preventative maintenance is done. The process also includes servicing of all operational items such A/C, heater, electric windows, seats, door locks, antennae, etc and making sure all features and functions work as they should. Right down to the instrument lights in the dash! The clock will even tick away as it should.
This process ensures you get a “turn-key” motor car that only requires your enjoyment.
This Silver Shadow LWB very comfortably ranks as a 10-out-of-10 driver quality example and would sit comfortably at any Rolls-Royce show of the highest standard.
~~ A pedigree Silver Shadow, in all, this is a wonderful example that is ready to be driven and enjoyed. She ranks very comfortably as a 10 out of 10 driver and can be taken as-is to any car-show for immediate display with pride and joy. ~~
International buyers always welcome!
~~ **Please note: All Park-Ward Motors’ cars, once sold, undergo a process known as “Predelivery Commissioning” which is a detailed procedure for bringing all service and maintenance up to date before shipping to you as the new owner. As an experienced and professional restorer and collector of some 45 years, we have our own in-house Rolls-Royce dedicated service facility with qualified craftsmen on hand. Although our cars have already undergone workshop inspection PRIOR to being offered for sale, once sold, it will be put thru our workshop to ensure all major and minor services are up to date, is mechanically maintained in good shape and all major features and functions are operating as they should. The “Predelivery Commissioning” process ensures your new Rolls-Royce is turn-key. This is all done at NO CHARGE. We do this even though the car is contractually being sold “as-is”. As a passionate collector of the marque I take great pride and pleasure in passing on any of these great cars to its next owner (“caretaker”). Who else selling a Rolls-Royce on eBay does this?! Depending on our work load, please allow approximately 21 business days for this process. For more information on the Park-Ward Motor Museum and our skills, please eBay message me and I would be happy to show you some 200+ Rolls-Royces restored to varying levels over the last few years ~~
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