1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith

Factory long-wheelbase cars were badged Silver Wraith II from 1976, and provide rear seat passengers an additional four inches of legroom over what was already quite a generous amount in the standard wheelbase Silver Shadow.

One of 2,135 built by hand, the auction car is quite a scarcity.

Standard Wraith II features such as the Everflex vinyl roof and smaller “formal” rear window are easily spotted, though a closer look may be needed to spot the car’s additional four inches of wheelbase and rear door length.

At the nose, topped by the famous Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament, the traditional R-R grille is made up of 11 separate pieces of stainless steel, and took a single, highly skilled worker more than a day’s work to solder and polish for final fitment.

Wood veneers, hides, headliner, and carpets present nicely, and the beautiful dashboard is tightly packed with heavy metal switchgear, attractive analog gauges, and large, mirror finish swivel vents.

All driver interfaces are engineered to feel effortless, and operating the superbly slick automatic gear selector in an R-R product of this era is a pleasure of its own.

Advertised by R-R merely as “adequate”, a certain amount of horsepower is provided by the 6 ¾ liter V8 and delivered rearward via a smooth and robust GM-sourced automatic transmission.

A high-pressure hydraulic system provides assistance for steering and brakes, as well as springing, damping, and leveling for the suspension. Just as with similarly equipped Citroëns, these Rollers truly offer a magic carpet ride.

This car is sold without known history.

Even ignoring its wonderful color combination and rare LWB specification, this car would stand out for what appear to be very nicely preserved cosmetics throughout.

Estimated $8,000 - $12,000.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL BIDDERS

It should be noted that this vehicle has been on static display for a number of years and there is no history available beyond that displayed in our photography section.

We have not started or driven the car so cannot vouch for its mechanical viability or functionality. It will require recommissioning prior to road use and is sold ‘as seen’.

Due to California emissions laws, please note that this vehicle may only be sold to an out-of-state resident for use outside of California or to a licensed automotive dealer.

Please note that the title for this vehicle is in transit.

Buyers should expect the title within 30 business days following the sale; however, please note that for reasons beyond Bonhams/Market control, including any delays in lien releases by lien holder and/or delays by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent) in certain states, there are instances where the Buyer may not receive the title within 30 business days and, in those circumstances, Bonhams/Market will work to provide the titles to the Buyer as soon as possible.

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