1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith II

Registration No: LDB 27V
Chassis No: LRH38557
MOT: Exempt

• A notably rare, 'home market' Silver Wriath II (the vast majority of the 2,136 made were supplied new to North America)
• Recently recommissioned following some seven years' dry storage
• Previously maintained by Broughtons of Cheltenham among others
• Pleasingly retains its original Dark Blue leather upholstery
• Credible 89,000 miles and will be driven to the sale

Prompted by a new generation of more driver orientated luxury cars, the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II was announced in February 1977. While, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Jaguar XJ12 and BMW 7-series could not be viewed as direct competition, they illustrated the increasing importance that the buying public was placing on chassis dynamics. Thus, while Crewe’s newcomer utilised the same bodyshell, mellifluous 6750cc V8 engine and smooth-shifting GM400 series automatic gearbox as the outgoing Shadow, it gained a prominent front air dam, larger one-piece bumpers, revised front suspension geometry and - most importantly of all - power-assisted rack and pinion steering. Undeniably better to drive, the Shadow II further benefited from the adoption of a more ergonomic facia and split level air-conditioning. Still trimmed with the finest quality hides, wood veneers, chrome fixtures and carpets available, it treated occupants to a uniquely cosseting experience. Debuting alongside the Shadow II, the Silver Wraith II was near identical except for a longer wheelbase. Offering rear seat occupants an extra 4-inches of legroom, albeit at rather greater expense, it remained in production until 1980 by which time some 2,145 are thought to have been made.

Finished in the handsome combination of Caribbean Blue Metallic with Dark Blue leather upholstery, chassis LRH38557 was supplied new to the home market. First registered on 19^th November 1979, the Rolls-Royce has variously sported the number plates ‘LDB 27V’, ‘TWK 930’ and ‘PMB 206Y’ (the latter suggesting it might have spent time overseas). Carrying logos for main dealer Broughtons of Cheltenham to its keyfob, tax disc holder and current number plates, the Silver Wraith II displays a modest 89,000 miles to its odometer (less than 2,000 miles per annum if averaged out). Dry stored from 2017 – 2024, the four-seater was subsequently recommissioned and brought up to MOT standard. Starting readily at the time of our visit, ‘LDB 27V’ will be driven to the Pavilion Gardens. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, tool kit and assorted paperwork.

PLEASE NOTE: This lot was driven to the sale. The vendor tells us that the engine is making a noise which he believes is coming from its 'top end'. He also thinks that the noise could be tappet and / or exhaust related.

For more information, please contact:
Damian Jones
damian.jones@handh.co.uk
07855 493737