1977 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II

This motor car is being sold as part of an overseas collection. It has been imported under the Bonhams temporary admission customs bond and is therefore subject to the lower rate 5% import tax if the car is to remain in the UK & purchased by a private individual. The 5% is calculated on the final selling price. For example, if the car sells for £2,500, then £125 is added, making the total amount payable of £2,625. A company purchasing the car will pay 10% + VAT duty as well as VAT on the hammer.

The winning bidder will receive a receipt for the final hammer value, and proof that HMRC fees are paid. If the car is subsequently exported abroad within 30 days then these fees are refundable.

Lastly, there will be a nominal administration fee of £250 for processing the NOVA application, and payable direct to the shipping company. A completed and processed NOVA will provide you formal proof that all duties & taxes are paid in UK and thus allow you to register the vehicle with the DVLA

In common with the majority of cars in this collection, 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’.

It is available for view and inspection at our HQ near Abingdon and we will be delighted to show the car to you and/or your appointed engineer.

This LHD Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II (VIN: SRX30215) left the factory on 23.3.77.

It is white with cream leather upholstery and cream carpets.

Today, the odometer reads 67,124 kms.

As with the other cars in this vendor’s collection, we haven’t been able to start or drive it and, consequently, our opinions are confined to the car’s cosmetic condition.

That said, we have turned the engine by hand and can state that it is not seized.

The car entered the vendor’s collection in, we think, 2017, and hasn’t turned a wheel since.

This relatively low mileage, highly original example appears to us to be in good overall condition, although there are some cosmetic issues inside and out.

In the main, the white paintwork has held up reasonably well over the years and much of it still has a decent depth of shine and lustre to it.

The panels and shut lines are consistent. There are very few dinks, dimples, scuffs, scrapes or dents to speak of.

There is a shallow indentation on the each of the front and rear n/s doors and some paint chips on the o/s/f wing by the door. There is also some scuffing around the o/s/f wheel arch.

The chrome work is good in the main, although there are some scuff marks on the rear bumper and evidence of some rust (superficial or otherwise) under the chrome strips running along the sills on both sides.

The wheels seem to be in very reasonable condition.

The rubber casing on the rear bumper is coming away. There are chips to the paintwork surrounding both headlight clusters.

The grille, badging and mascot are all in decent fettle, although the roof arial is missing.

Some of the rubber trim around the screens and windows is cracked, perished or otherwise failing to hide its age.

In short, while there are a few items on the cosmetic ‘to do’ list, we really don’t think they amount to all that much.

The interior condition is entirely consistent with its exterior counterpart. In other words, it’s basically pretty good but a bit dusty and grubby in places and in need of some soap, warm water, elbow grease and TLC.

The cream leather front seats are untroubled by creasing or other signs of age or use. As you might expect, they are comfortable and supportive in a uniquely cossetting Rolls-Royce way.

The thick blue carpets with cream piping need cleaning but are in fair condition.

The wood veneers on the dashboard and centre console are decent save for some hairline cracks above the temperature gauge and some lifting lacquer on and around the glove compartment. The lacquer has broken away from the veneers on the door cappings in a few places.

The central armrest on the driver’s side is showing some staining or discolouration (it’s hard to guess what it is). The same mystery discolouration has affected the sun visors, the edges of the headlining in places, the base of the rear bench seats, and the parcel shelf.

The interior surface of the front seat backs is coming away and could do with being shown some appropriate adhesive.

There is some staining on the kick plates which may, or may not, indicate some underlying oxidisation. You’ll want to see for yourself.

We can’t make any claims about the functionality of switches, knobs, levers, toggles, buttons, dials or other electrics as we haven’t been able to start the vehicle.

Lifting up the carpets in the boot reveals some shabby-looking mats and a fair bit of rust dust.

While the undersides generally seem to be well preserved, the sills looks a little rough and lumpy in places.

That said, it’s very hard to say whether this reflects corrosion, corrective measures or just some level of general ‘shabbiness’ born of age and use. It could be something, it might be nothing.

You will want to come and see for yourself and reach your own conclusions.

Everything in the engine bay appears to be in its right and proper place.

The car doesn’t come with a service history or record of ownership.

Currently, it has neither an MoT certificate nor a V5.

If you’d like to inspect the car prior to placing a bid – something we would encourage – then please use the Contact Seller button to arrange an appointment.

We haven’t been able to start or drive the car so our understanding of it is somewhat limited.

There is work to be done, but just how much depends on the extent of any as yet unproven corrosion issues.

Our hunch is that the car is rather better than its various minor flaws might suggest and that, provided the engine and mechanicals are up to scratch, it could well prove to be a highly rewarding buy for someone with the right vision (wedding or events car?), commitment and time to do this fine vehicle justice.

We’re confident to offer this car for auction with an estimate of £2,500 - £4,000 plus Bonhams bond payment and £250 NOVA fee.

Viewing is always encouraged, and this particular car is located with us at The Market HQ near Abingdon; to arrange an appointment please use the Contact Seller button at the top of the listing. Feel free to ask any questions or make observations in the comments section below, or try our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’.