1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow I

Lot Number: 787

1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow I

Handsome first generation Shadow from 30-years ownership with less than 64,000 miles. On offer without Reserve.

  • Sold for: £5,400

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 28th September, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Regal Red

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    BHY 800J

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    63761 Miles

SUMMARY

Handsome first generation Shadow from 30-years ownership with less than 64,000 miles. On offer without Reserve.

DESCRIPTION

  • First registered in 1971, this Shadow I was supplied by Mead of Bristol Ltd to a friend of our client
  • In 1994, it was purchased by our vendor's late husband and joined his Collection, where it has remained until this day, used lightly with just 63,761 miles from new
  • Finished in Regal Red over a beige leather interior with matching door cards, black top-roll and beige carpets
  • Powered by Rolls' venerable 6.75-litre V8 producing 220bhp and offering 0-60mph in 10.6 seconds and 116mph
  • Supplied with the original handbooks and service manuals, previous MOTs dating back to 1976 (39 Certificates), copy of a workshop manual and a number of invoices
  • The Shadow forms part of a private Collection and has been dry stored, maintained, and occasionally started and run in the 18 months since our vendor's husband's passing, however some recommissioning may be required before regular use
  • On offer without Reserve

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
787
Make
ROLLS ROYCE
Model
SILVER SHADOW
Registration Number
BHY 800J
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
SRH10799
Engine Number
10799
Transmission
Automatic
Body Colour
Regal Red

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Stacey.

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SEE IT IN ACTION

SCORE:

74 / 135

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Lacquer peel on the bonnet, fading in places Some rust bits in places

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Left hand drivers window sticks at times

Vehicle History


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 30th September between 9am and 2pm.

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