Footnotes

"This latest model is faster, roomier, quieter and no less economical than its predecessors and, bearing in mind the make's reputation for reliability, one that could be much cheaper to run for a long term than many much more humble productions." – John Eason Gibson, Country Life.

Introduced early in 1955, the all-new opulent Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud and Bentley S-Type were conceived as replacements for the Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn and Bentley R-Type. The duo sported more contemporary bodywork on a new box-section separate chassis - Rolls-Royce eschewing unitary construction for the time being - incorporating improved brakes and suspension, the latter featuring electrically controlled damping. Enlargement to 4,887cc and the adoption of a six-port cylinder head boosted the - traditionally undisclosed - power output of the dependable inlet-over-exhaust six-cylinder engine, while automatic transmission was now standard and power-assisted steering an option. Fast (100mph-plus), relatively economical and cheaper to maintain than the successor V8-engined versions, the Silver Cloud is arguably the most user-friendly of all post-war Rolls-Royces.

This very tidy left-hand drive example has been on static display since acquisition and will naturally require recommissioning prior to road use. Please also note no registration paperwork is offered with the car.

Please note that if this vehicle remains within the Netherlands the reduced rate of Import VAT at 9% will be charged on the hammer price. Please note that if you purchase as an EU Company, the VAT amount will be calculated based on your registered country's rate. Import rates to other EU Countries may vary and an administration fee will be charged to prepare the necessary customs clearances. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Bonhams Motorcar Department or our recommended shippers.