1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II

This is an unmolested example that has been nicely maintained and presents in excellent condition. This was a west coast car for its first 25 years and then came to Illinois following, but never used in inclement weather and 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 body on this Shadow II is very straight and the paint is shiny and lustrous. The car was repainted some 20 years ago and was a high quality job. When you look down the sides of the car, they are very straight and true. The paint presents absolutely beautifully with only the most minor little mark here and there from use. There is some very minor crazing in some spots but only mentioned out of clear disclosure. Certainly, it needs nothing other than a wax from time to time. 

The interior is excellent. The tan Vaumol Luxan hides by Connolly are in amazingly wonderful condition with little wear nor fading and true to its Connolly characteristics. 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 tan colour 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 Chesterfield couch. The look is truly gorgeous. Some who do not know, might look at this and think the leather is worn or dirty. No! This is the way it is meant to be. If you like perfect one-colour leather, then I respectfully suggest you go buy yourself a new Lexus! And dare I add, if you cannot appreciate the attention to detail as seen with Vaumol Luxan grain by Connolly, that goes into a Rolls-Royce motor car, then perhaps a very original Rolls-Royce such is this one, is not for you.  Have a look at these close ups of what luxurious Luxan grain looks like and how deliciously it presents 

The burr walnut wood throughout the car is stunning. All the dash, door cappings and vanity mirrors  were redone to “factory standard” by Madeira wood about 5 years ago. 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. 

The head lining is in excellent condition without any unsightly grubbiness. The original carpets are in good condition. Likewise is the leather finishes to the dash and top-roll. The boot (trunk) carpet with the same black and beige-tan finish is in excellent condition. The car comes with a set of black lambswool moutons.

The car presents in all-original fashion but for a more modern Sony stereo system with multi-stack CD changer in the boot. The original push button Blaupunkt remains in position, which is a nice touch. The windows are after-market tinted and whereas it goes with the black Everflex top, we are not very much into this and think it would be better removed. We will let the buyer decide and if you agree, let us know and we will do so at no charge. 

The tyres are Toyo whitewalls which drive smooth and comfortably but will be replaced as part of our Predelivery Commissioning program, simply because of age. The hubcaps are excellent with no major imperfections in the stainless or painted trim rings. The pin-striping on the beauty rings are finished in the original hand-painted technique.  All remaining bright-work is in good condition as is glass, electrics and instruments. 

The car has its original jack, correct tools and operating manual. 

Under the bonnet, the presentation is very clean and original. It has not been precision detailed but simply kept clean and tidy throughout its life.

The car shows 97,000 miles which we believe are accurate. To be frank, condition-wise, she looks as though she has done half those miles. Prospective owners need not be concerned with mileage (mind you; 97,000 miles is only some 2,000 miles per year!). Although, psychologically, we like the concept of low miles, Silver Shadows like to be driven. They maintain better and behave more operationally consistent. And, having been driven in dry conditions you know she has remained clean underneath. 

That all said, the Silver Shadow II presented here is subject Park-Ward Motors’ “Predelivery Commissioning” process which ensures all and everything needed is attended to. The car will be delivered with all major and minor services done including important costly items such as the hydraulics and brakes fully inspected and serviced as required. The Predelivery Commissioning program is not just limited to mechanical aspects but all operational features and functions as well; air conditioning, electric windows, seats and so on. All electrics are checked right down to the smallest and insignificant dash and courtesy light. Even the clock will keep good time! At the end of the process, the new owner will receive a turn-key motor car that needs nothing but to be driven and enjoyed.   

The car is of very high standard and is an easy 10 out of 10 driver rating.