LOT 57A
1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow I Saloon Registration no. TUF 976J Chassis no. LRH9764
1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow I Saloon Registration no. TUF 976J Chassis no. LRH9764
1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow I Saloon
Registration no. TUF 976J
Chassis no. LRH9764
Registration no. TUF 976J
Chassis no. LRH9764
MOT Expiry: Expired 03/05/2019
*Low mileage Silver Shadow
*Honest example
*Mostly original
The Silver Shadow is one of the most important and iconic vehicles ever produced by Rolls-Royce. The epitome of luxury in 1965, the Silver Shadow was in production for 15 years and proved extremely popular for a vehicle at this price point. Notable owners of the Silver Shadow include the likes of Frank Sinatra, Paul McCartney, Elton John, Mohammed Ali, Dean Martin, Johnny Cash, and many more. The car is renowned for bringing Rolls-Royce into the modern era, debuting unitary construction, disc brakes, independent rear suspension and automotive self-levelling.
This example is a honest low mileage car, and is largely original. The car drives very well with no apparent issues, and overall is in good condition. The car was purchased by the vendor for a magazine shoot and is supplied with photographs of invoices and expired tax discs. The previous owner to the vendor had a fire and lost all the original documents, but luckily he had photographed the documents all for his insurance previously, so there is plenty of history that comes with the car. The previous owner of 8 years and the owner beforehand for 30 years. The interior is also in an original condition with some wear on the seats. The paintwork does have some imperfections and touched in areas which could be improved if desired, or simply use as is.
Footnotes
Vendor Score Total: 58/100
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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
EXTERIOR TOTAL: 13/25
Body Work: 2
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Glass: 3
Paint: 2
Wheels/Tyres: 3
INTERIOR TOTAL: 12/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3
Headlining: 4
Seats: 3
Trim: 2
ENGINE TOTAL: 14/20
Mechanical components: 3
Running: 4
Starting: 4
Under Bonnet: 3
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 12/20
Axles: 3
Brakes: 3
Gearbox/Clutch: 3
Suspension: 3
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6/10
Ancillary components: 3
Main components: 3
Car History File: 1
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