Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II (1963)
for sale
Price: US $22,500.00
Price: US $22,500.00
You have the opportunity to purchase a beautiful 1963 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III at a very low cost that will allow you to do what ever repairs you wish to tackle without breaking the bank! At the end of the day, you will own a car that is worth more than double than what you will wind up buying this car for.
There are a few things to add, since I last listed this car, over a year ago, when I decided to keep it. Recently, while driving on the freeway here in Los Angeles, a piece of road debris got kicked up under the car, causing a bit of damage to the front left fender ( see photos of damage). Nothing mechanical damaged just cosmetic. Fender can be repaired for $700.00. missing lower air vent grill, and light socket & lens for front fender parking /turn indicator light. TWO brand new whitewall radial tires installed due to damaged front tire.
Let me begin by saying, please only bid on this car if you
have the funds and are a serious buyer. I wasted two weeks of my time waiting on a buyer who agreed on a price
which was fair for both parties, only to be strung along with excuses why he
was unable to even come up with the $2000.00 good faith deposit!
On his behalf, I had the oil changed, new oil filter, and a
general inspection done by a reputable Rolls Royce mechanic, attesting to the
fact that all was well with this car, and stated on the paper work. I paid for this although the buyer requested
that I do this for him before shipping the car and that he would add the cost
to the payment price we had agreed upon.
So, now the next new buyer, benefits from my taking this
gentleman at his word, as the car is ready to go!
Next item to mention, so there is no confusion. This car has
a salvage title. It had a small electrical fire under the hood. My insurance company’s adjuster knowing very
little about classic Rolls Royces, said he was unsure what it would take to
repair the car with original parts, and labor costs being what they are. He recommended that the car be totaled to
limit the exposure of the insurance company getting into costly repairs. They make this decision when they feel that
the repairs are more than 40% of the insured value. I said fine, bought the car
back from the insurance company which was my right to do, had all repairs done
professionally to the tune of $6000.00 and all is fine once again! The car was
also inspected by the CA DMV and passed inspection with flying colors.
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Listed for sale is a gorgeous example of a 1963 Rolls Royce
Silver Cloud III. This is the definitive
“iconic” image of elegance and style that comes to mind when people think of a
Rolls Royce! Finished in “Artic White”
with dove grey rich leather seating and door panels, the interior of this car
is magnificent. The carpets and
headliner are like new, the polished burled walnut dashboard window trim, door sills, and of course the infamous RR picnic trays in the rear are
stunning! Window glass both front and
rear is also excellent. Side windows, both front and rear as well as rear window have been tinted dark for privacy
and for keeping the interior cool on warm sunny days.
This car has air condition which blows cold and
strong (3 speeds), and all instruments on the dash are clear and working
including the clock! The odometer was
stopped when I purchased this car 5 years ago, and I never cared to have if
fixed as it was unimportant to me then, and still is now. The speedometer however works fine. Equipped with power windows that go up and
down at the proper speed (not sluggish), (but at this time right front & right rear windows have stopped working) and upgraded stereo/CD unit, which is
mounted in front of the driver in the open glove box area, with professionally
installed inside rear window antenna.
Fitted with white wall tires, smooth riding quality steel
belted radials for comfort and safety. and aftermarket hubcaps with RR insignia, as the original hubcaps were
stolen quite a while ago, while stored in an under ground parking garage for a
month when I went to Europe. They look great and only a true RR purist would
have any objection to these.
Engine is the original RR aluminum V-8, which runs strong, but does have one cylinder with low compression. This car drives strong and smooth all day at
freeway speeds, and also on surface streets. Only time the one low compression
cylinder is noticed is when climbing a steep incline, and I just drop it in 3rd
gear and all is well! I have driven this
car in this condition for 10 years and never felt the need to spend the money
or time on a complete valve job. Even my
own personal mechanic suggested it was not necessary to do this. Upgraded alternator for easy starts, and
extra large electric auxiliary fan added behind the Rolls Royce grill to keep
the engine cool in summer driving with electric lighted switch located under
the dash that can be manually turned on or off without the engine running to
cool down the engine after shutting the engine down. Transmission shifts
smoothly at the right speeds as is expected.
Trunk compartment does not have carpeting as it was rather
torn and ratty looking when I purchased the car, and again, was not something
that I felt needed to be replaced. Original jack is there, no other tools, and spare wide whitewall tire.
All chrome on bumpers, grill rear license plate frame, mirrors, window trim, and rear trunk light assembly is excellent…bright and
shiny. Original painted pin striping
runs the length of the hood, and down the sides. All light glass, front and rear, clear and
perfect. Minor blemishes here and there
on the body, nothing obvious ( except as indicated in description above) and surely expected in a car that is a 52-year-old daily
driver…not a pristine trailer queen shown at weekend events.
If you are looking to own a classic iconic piece of
automotive history that will have EVERYONE looking at you and admiring this
magnificent example of “rolling art”, that can be driven daily as is right off
the trailer that delivers her to your door, then this is your opportunity
waiting for you to grab hold of.
For less than the cost of a new Lexus or any number of other
everyday look alike luxury automobiles, you can own something that eclipses
their elegance, stature, and makes your driving experience magical and unique!
This car is being sold as is, no warranty expressed or otherwise, and at NO RESERVE! I've purchased another Bentley so the money received from this sale will go toward that purchase.
Happy Bidding!
Upon completion of auction, the lucky new owner must send a
$2000.00 non-refundable good faith deposit by direct checking money transfer, within 24 hours of the winning bid. No
personal checks, credit cards, or bank checks will be accepted. The remaining funds must be transferred in
the same manner within 72 hours of the deposit payment. Shipping and all transportation costs to be
arranged and paid for by the winning bidder, although I will be happy to assist
with those details if requested.
update: 2016-07-28
Used |
“PLEASE SEE LISTING...” |
Year: | 1963 | VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | SCX807 |
Mileage: | 0 | Number of Cylinders: | 8 |
Make: | Rolls-Royce | Transmission: | Automatic |
Model: | Silver Cloud II | Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty |
Trim: | Sedan | Vehicle Title: | Salvage |
Engine: | V8 | Options: | CD Player, Leather Seats |
Drive Type: | RWD | Power Options: | Air Conditioning, Power Windows |
Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Exterior Color: | WHITE |
For Sale By: | Private Seller | Interior Color: | Gray |