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1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow ~ II

Here is a really stunning example of a Silver Shadow II. Finished in Highland green metallic, beige Everflex top and elegant tan fine-lines to the waist-rails. The interior has handsome beige Connolly hides and matching carpets. The same theme carries through to the boot.

The Silver Shadow II was the ultimate of the Shadow series with many engineering upgrades to include rack & pinion steering, revised suspension geometry for a surer ride, factory dual (quiet) exhaust, climate control air conditioning and a revised dash board lay-out. This example has the "rest-of-the-world" specification front colour coded air-dam fitted, factory front fog lamps and C pillar badges. The car also has OEM dual door exterior rear view mirrors fitted.

This is a very original unmolested example that has been beautifully maintained and presents in outstanding condition. A Californian Rolls-Royce all its life so it is a “dry” car that has had a garaged environment. As a result, it has been freed from the perils of harsh weather and is very clean underneath. It has always been well maintained and serviced and comes with its original manual.

The Shadow II presented here was recently fully work-shopped by us at Park-Ward, on a true do-whatever-it-needs-basis. Important costly items such as the hydraulics and brakes have been fully inspected and serviced as required. This includes brake pumps, accumulators, valves, calipers, replacement of all brake hoses, hydraulic system flushed and reservoir cleaned and system pressure tested and bled. It is ready to drive and enjoy. The odometer shows a low 48,800 and although this is not verifiable with documentation, there can be no question it is accurate (particularly when you look at the condition of the interior, under-hood, brake pedal etc). The car actually looks like it has done only 20,000! It is very quiet and smooth on the road without any of the typical “thumps” and “rattles” typical of poor (or even averagely) maintained examples of this model.

I cant stress enough, just how beautiful this Shadow II is. The interior is simply wonderful. The beige Vaumol Luxan hides by Connolly are in amazingly wonderful condition with only gentle wear with no fading, and true to its Connolly characteristics. They have NEVER been repaired or redyed; totally original. The leather really has been lovingly preserved and shows the correct amount of patina. For those of you who may not know, Vaumol Luxan grain was unique to Rolls-Royce. What you see is not only the beige leather but when these hides were tanned, the Luxan process involved hand-rubbing of a darker tone into the grain of the leather. This gives the leather a rich antique look so you can see the natural features right down to the individual pores. Somewhat like you see on a classical Chesterfield couch. (see close-up pic immediately below and the many leather photos in this listing and the photo link)The look is truly gorgeous. Some who do not know, might look at this and think the leather is worn or dirty. No! This is the way it is meant to be. If you like perfect one-colour leather, then I respectfully suggest you go buy yourself a new Lexus! And dare I add, if you cannot appreciate the attention to detail as seen with Vaumol Luxan grain by Connolly, that goes into a Rolls-Royce motor car, then perhaps a very original Rolls-Royce such is this one, is perhaps not for you.

The burr walnut wood throughout the car is stunning. All the wood is completely factory original and in breathtakingly good condition. It is rare not see the wood cracked and peeling so for these to be original only proves its low mileage and cosseted life-style. And, you have to thank Mother Nature for its beauty. The grain and pattern with deep, rich knots makes it one of the most beautiful for Rolls-Royce. Absolutely stunning!

The head lining is original and in perfect condition. The original Wilton wool carpets with leather binding are in excellent condition. Likewise is the leather finish to the dash and top-roll. Even the boot (trunk) carpet with the same theme is in excellent condition.

The exterior presentation of this Silver Shadow II is equally stunning. The body is exceptionally straight and the paint is of excellent high standard and finish. Much of the  paint is original which is quite unusual for a Silver Shadow as they usually all are terribly faded by this juncture. We did repaint the bonnet and boot for this reason only, and rest assured it matches perfect in colour, consistency and lustre. Over all, paint-finish is totally shiny and glass smooth. A regular polish and wax from time to time is all this Silver Shadow requires.

The car has a brand new set of white-wall tyres fitted and the hubcaps are excellent with no imperfections in the stainless rings or caps. Fitted are Wraith II style caps (special ordered from new) but if you would prefer standard Shadow II hubcaps, please enquire. All remaining bright-work is in good condition. All electrics have been checked right down to the smallest and insignificant dash and courtesy light. Even the clock keeps good time!

Under the bonnet, the presentation is amazing. It has not been precision detailed but simply kept clean and tidy throughout its life. The under-bonnet heat pads are in good shape. You must take the time to look at the photos of the engine bay as its presentation is like that of only a 5 year old example. Simply stunning!

As you would expect, this Silver Shadow II comes with its original jack, correct tools and operating manual. The only modification to this car is late model stereo system. If you are a purist and should you prefer the factory Blaupunkt and Pioneer radio/8-track combination, please feel free to enquire.

The car is of very high standard and is not only an easy 10 out of 10 driver rating but is close to show standard.