Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud SII III (LHD) 6.2 1963
General description :
The ultimate factory variation of the Silver Cloud
Presented in stunning condition
Finished in its original colour scheme of Sand with Beige Connolly hide interior
Factory Air Conditioned
Perfect for long distance touring, whether as a driver or a passenger
1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III Standard Steel Saloon (LHD)
The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud and its Bentley S-Series sibling were to be the end of both Rolls-Royce and Bentley’s Golden Age. They carried on the elaborate pre-war tradition of coach-building with over 130 different body-styles offered during their production run. As well as the rakish Continental models with their sporting edge, there were also dozens of saloon body-styles with offerings available from HJ Mulliner, James Young, Freestone and Webb, Hooper, Park Ward and numerous others. Despite the many choices available, few designs could truly rival the sheer elegance of John Blatchley’s exceptional Standard Steel design. The factory bodywork made for one of the most beautiful saloons of all time, with its blind rear quarters, subtle swage lines and styling designed to mirror a yacht sailing through the water.
The final iteration of this model was the Silver Cloud III which was launched in 1963 and saw the first major styling changes made to the model, namely the implementation of quad headlamps, redesigned front wings and a lower grille and bonnet line. There were also some mechanical improvements to the still quite new, V8 power plant. Owing to these changes, the Silver Cloud III has always been one of the most desirable post-war Rolls-Royces and after the Silver Shadow launched in 1965, many owners found themselves choosing to keep their Cloud rather than replace it, finding it not only to be a far superior looking car but also a better car to drive and much more dependable.
This particular example was built on August 28th 1963 to USA Specification. Presented in its original colours of Sand with Beige Connolly hide interior, this Cloud III is a highly specified car, ordered with features such as an electric aerial rather than the standard roof aerial, factory air-conditioning (a particularly expensive option) and a fitted 9-Piece set of light tan suitcases, these sadly no longer accompany the car.
The car was sent aboard the Cunard Line ocean liner, “RMS Sylvania” from Liverpool to New York and was imported via official Rolls-Royce distributors J.S. Inskip of New York. From here, the car was delivered to a Mr. Joe P. Temple at his home: 210 Shadow Valley, Emery Wood Estates, High Point, North Carolina. He seemingly kept the car for around 5 years at which point it was sold to a Mr. J. Olin Austin of 202 Maple Street, Bluefield, West Virginia in March 1968. Certainly a “Country Rolls-Royce!”
In more recent years, the car has been owned by numerous marque experts and collectors before forming part of an extensive private collection until just this year. We are proud to present a truly stunning example of a highly specified LHD Silver Cloud III. The Sand coachwork gleams and the interior is stunning, having been beautifully re-trimmed in Connolly Vaumol hide. The car is more than ready for continental touring or for chauffeuring its next lucky passenger! Perhaps it could even return to its North Carolina home.
Now available for sale in our Kew showroom.
1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud SII III (LHD) 6.2 is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Surrey by DD Classics for £69950.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Rolls-Royce Model : Silver Cloud SII Model Version : III (LHD) 6.2 Engine size : 6.2 Model Year : 1963 Sub type : Station wagon Location : Surrey Vehicle Registration : Undefined
69950 £
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About Rolls-Royce
Well, ladies and gentlemen, today we're diving into the illustrious history of a brand that has always embodied the very essence of British luxury and craftsmanship - Rolls-Royce.Our story begins at the turn of the 20th century when two visionaries, Charles Rolls and Henry Royce, decided to join forces. In 1904, the very first Rolls-Royce was born, the Rolls-Royce 10 hp. It was a modest start for a company that would go on to redefine automotive excellence.
But it wasn't until 1907 that Rolls-Royce truly made its mark with the introduction of the Silver Ghost. It was hailed as the "Best Car in the World" and set the gold standard for luxury motoring. With its whisper-quiet engine and exquisite craftsmanship, it was a statement of opulence and refinement.
The 1920s brought us the Rolls-Royce Phantom I, an icon of its time. It was the first Rolls-Royce to feature a 6-cylinder engine and set the stage for the legendary Phantom line. This was the era when the Maharajas of India commissioned custom-bodied Rolls-Royces that were nothing short of automotive palaces.
Fast forward to the post-war years, and we have the Silver Cloud, a symbol of post-war British optimism. The Silver Cloud was elegance personified, with its flowing lines and handcrafted interiors. It was the choice of royalty, celebrities, and captains of industry.
But if we're talking about the epitome of Rolls-Royce luxury, it's the Rolls-Royce Phantom VI, which graced us with its presence from 1968 to 1991. This was a car that made the statement that "if you have to ask the price, you can't afford it." Customization was the name of the game, and the Phantom VI was a canvas for the world's wealthiest to express their unique tastes.
Now, it's impossible to discuss Rolls-Royce without mentioning the Rolls-Royce Corniche. Produced from 1971 to 1995, it was a convertible and coupe version of the Silver Shadow. The Corniche was the quintessential grand tourer, a car for those who wished to traverse continents in absolute luxury.
But, alas, even the mightiest must face their decline, and Rolls-Royce was no exception. The company went through financial turmoil in the 1970s and 80s, leading to the takeover by Vickers plc. Then came the controversial BMW and Volkswagen ownership period, which divided enthusiasts.
Rolls-Royce regained its footing under BMW ownership, and the new millennium brought us the Rolls-Royce Phantom VII, a return to the company's roots of uncompromising luxury. The Phantom VII was a testament to British engineering and craftsmanship.
And that, ladies and gentlemen, brings us to today. Rolls-Royce continues to produce some of the most opulent, bespoke vehicles on the planet, a symbol of British imperiousness that has not waned with time. The spirit of Sir Henry Royce and Charles Rolls lives on in every car that bears the Spirit of Ecstasy, a testament to the enduring legacy of British automotive excellence.