Lot details Registration No: LIA 194 Chassis No: SCAZS0001DCH03703 Mot Expiry: July 2008
Launched in 1980, the Silver Spirit relied heavily upon the underpinnings of its Shadow predecessor prompting Autocar to comment that its raison d'etre was more to do with "maintaining traditional standards rather than making a spectacular advance". Nevertheless, the Spirit was credited with handling and roadholding that were "the best yet from Rolls-Royce". Its all-round independent coil-and-wishbone suspension featured automatic, olio-pneumatic ride height control to the rear and adjustable dampers at the front. Powered by the ubiquitous 6750cc, OHV V8 engine mated to three-speed automatic transmission, it was reputedly capable of 120mph and benefited from power assistance to both its disc brakes and steering rack. Importantly, this evolutionary design remained faithful to the luxurious ambience of its predecessors using only the finest quality hides, carpets, chrome fittings and wood veneers for its matchless interior.
This particular example of 'The Best Car in the World' has paintwork that is finished in Beige Gold with a Beige leather interior and was purchased only recently by the present private owner specifically as a back up vehicle for his daughter's wedding plans. In the final analysis it wasn't needed, the weather was perfect for the helicopters to take off and land, but it has been used several times since, without incident or adventure. It is in good all round condition although there are a couple of areas where the paintwork is blemished, but it sits extremely well and the interior is very well preserved for its age.
Currently possessing a MOT certificate valid until July next year it still seems inconceivable that you can own all this quality for such little money. These cars must be the best value on the planet.
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