1996 Rolls - Royce Silver Spirit III

Lot detailsYear: 1996Make: Rolls-RoyceModel: Silver Spirit IIIRegistration: N797 LKXChassis No: SCAZS12C6TCH57688Odometer: 52,325• Excellent colour combination• One of only 182 right hand drive examplesThe Silver Spirit was unveiled in October 1980 as a replacement for the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. Direct comparison, however, showed only small differences. The new models had slightly grown in length and width; height had been cut a little, although the styling was more modern than that of its predecessor. The interior was dominated by the expected combination of fine wood and sumptuous leather. The Silver Spirit was similar mechanically to the Silver Shadow, benefiting from the superb Rolls-Royce 6,750cc, V8 and sharing many mechanical characteristics of the model it replaced. The instruments were supplemented by digital units which gave such information as the time, elapsed driving time and external temperature and were the first Rolls-Royces to be fitted with a retractable Spirit of Ecstasy.First registered just after Christmas on 28th December 1995, this lovely home market example was supplied in a desirable metallic blue with matching colour wheels and cream leather interior with walnut veneer dash. One of only 182 right hand drive examples produced, this is a rare car. Presenting well, the paintwork appears in good order, as does the interior and woodwork. Available for sale only due to owning too many cars, the vendor remarked on how well the car runs and drives. Supplied with a V5 registration document, current MoT test certificate valid until June 2027 (not showing any advisories) and a good history file. This glorious and rare beast is ready to be enjoyed by its next owner gliding along propelled by its smooth 6.8litre V8 engine in complete luxury and with the reassurance that the last time it failed a MoT was in 2006, and even then, only for tyre tread depth on one tyre. A grand car boasting practicality and opulence, one not to be missed! Consigned by Will PenroseService

History:

14/05/1996 - Annual service - 1123 miles - Rolls Royce London26/11/1996 - Annual service - 2385 miles - Rolls Royce London29/09/1997 - Annual service - 3598 miles - Rolls Royce London06/01/1999 - Annual service - 7392 miles - Rolls Royce London03/08/1999 - Annual service - 9376 miles - Rolls Royce Essex28/02/2001 - Annual service - 14572 miles - Rolls Royce Essex19/02/2002 - Annual service - 15628 miles - Sargeants of Goudhurst16/06/2003 - Annual service - 17224 miles - Bentley Herts12/12/2003 - Annual service - 18876 miles - Bentley Herts16/12/2003 - Bodywork renewal - Bentley Hadley Green28/05/2004 - Annual service - 20320 miles - Bentley Herts28/06/2005 - Annual service - 23007 miles - Bentley Herts03/08/2007 - renew alarm and switch - C.D Carriage Company01/28/2007 - Oil pressure, foot pedal replacement- Hadley Green Herts12/12/2011 - Rear brake pads - Bentley Birmingham09/07/2012 - Air Filter, Fuel Filter - Bentley Birmingham01/10/2012 - Oil Service, door lock repair - Hadley Green Herts11/04/2014 - Annual service - 37378 miles - Hanwells London19/11/2015 - drive belts, belt compressor, air purifier - Bentley Birmingham16/01/2018 - Annual service - 40016 miles - Hanwells London25/02/2020 - Annual service - 42179 miles - Hanwells London25/02/2020 - Spark Plugs, Wiper Blades, Oil Service, Air filter, Transmission Oil, Engine Rocker Cover Gaskets, renew brake lines, clean rear valve body, replaced shock absorber, renew radiator, renew oil pressure sensor, full touch ups + detail - 42179 miles - Hanwells London31/07/2020 - Engine Flush, oil Service, replace number 2 valve body, replace ball joint, new battery - 43455 miles - N Sandell Rolls Royce + Bentley Specialists07/04/2021 - MOT + rear seat noise repair - 45005 miles - N Sandell Rolls Royce + Bentley Specialists14/04/2022 - MOT - 4599 miles - N Sandell Rolls Royce + Bentley Specialists13/12/2024 - DIP repair - 48960 miles - N Sandell Rolls Royce + Bentley Specialists26/05/2026 - Oil Service, RAC 86pt Check, Full Health Check, Complete upper rust removal and Bodywork paint correction done - 52325 miles - Wheelbase Prestige - total cost. £8432.12”