1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III H.J Mulliner Drophead LHD Coupe

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Mulliner - a very rare original southern California 'Black License Plate ' car and the very collectible LHD model with factory coachwork by H.J Mulliner - 1 of only 27 true Mulliner's ever built!The car will be sold with its certified factory copies of RR construction and test records from the factory showing an original sales date of 11/5/1963 for delivery to J.S. Inskip Inc Rolls Royce of New York..In a striking 'Regal Royal Burgundy' color with all new reupholstered leather interior - 32K original miles & equipped with factory power windows & original air conditioning equipment & rare altimeter & dashboard mounted tachometer by Mulliner to replace the left side cubby box, original AM radio, rear folding picnic tables, white wall tires and rare 'Kneeling Lady' mascot.The car had one southern California owner from 1968-2010 - original sales & delivery documents, handbooks, boot cover, spare wheel & heavy tools & small toolbox. Unique opportunity for Rolls collector/enthusiast to purchase not only 1 of the 27 factory LHD true coachbuilt H.J. Mulliner cars, but also a superb southern California car since new that still drives as good as when new and boasting only 32K original miles! This is an absolutely stunning and exceptionally rare example in truly remarkable condition, both mechanically and cosmetically, a true 1963 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III V8 Drophead Coupe by Mulliner. Only 27 of these original left hand drive coachbuilt cars were ever built by H.J Mulliner of Willesden, London, with very few of any of these cars now known to still exist today. These completely hand built, factory left hand drive Mulliner's are not to be confused with one of the RHD Silver Cloud non-factory or later Silver Cloud conversions by a multitude of entities!The third and final Silver Cloud was introduced in 1962 and a precious few of these cars were chosen by Rolls to be taken from the standard steel production line and sent to the renown Rolls Royce appointed coachworks of H.J Mulliner of Willesden, London to be adapted by hand into drophead coupes. These were to be the iconic 27 Mulliner Drophead coupes, by far the most expensive and exclusive car of it's day.In the years to come, seeing the desirability and demand of these few Mulliner's, other coachbuilders were to try and emulate what Mulliner had originally achieved with the Silver Cloud, but as any enthusiast will attest, although there are some very fine Silver Cloud non-factory conversions out there, none of these will ever prove as desirable or as well built as an original hand built Mulliner, and all fall short of these original 27 cars in terms of value, prestige and historic importance.This particular example was owned by it's long time southern California owner from 1968-2010 and is an original 'Black Plate' California car since new. It was purchased by only its second owner on 6/3/1968 from 'Peter Satori Co Ltd' of Pasadena, CA with documentation available, and owned until sold by his estate to only it's third southern California owner in 2010. It was serviced and maintained throughout the years at the renown independent Rolls Royce specialists 'Vanderploeg Motors' and later at 'Scott Motors' of West Los Angeles.It has rare options of the altimeter and tachometer, air conditioning, 'Sundym' reflective tinted glass, White sided tubeless tires, power brakes and power windows. Finished in an exceptionally striking color of 'Regal Burgundy' with a newly upholstered 'Tan' color Connolly hides interior. The original seats are truly still as comfortable as the day they were new, firm and supportive and recently reupholstered. The carpeting and the car's original convertible top and mohair headliner have also been restored with no expense spared and the car show superb maintenance and care from its three long time owners.For those who are unfamiliar, the Bentley S3 and the Silver Cloud III were absolutely identical with both vehicles hand built at the Rolls Royce factory in Crewe, England with the only differences being their nameplates, radiator and mascots. The Silver Cloud III was introduced in 1962 and lasted until 1965. Little changed externally from the Silver Cloud II with the same improved 6.2 L V8 Series II engine from the original Series I but performance was greatly improved though in the new upgraded Series III models with the top speed raised to 183 km/h (114 mph), with the main improvements being in acceleration and torque and the inclusion of larger SU carburetors. Separate front seats now replaced the bench seat and there was more legroom in the rear. Power steering had already become standard with the Series II but electrically operated windows and air conditioning were now available as an option.In autumn 1962 the Series II production cars were given a facelift and the Silver Cloud III and Bentley S3 were introduced. The most obvious visual feature was the twin headlamp arrangement in what was virtually an unchanged body style. Four headlamps provided more illumination and made it easier for Rolls-Royce to pass the latest North American lighting regulations. Also this layout had been chosen for the next generation Silver Shadow and this provided a convenient way of bridging the visual gap between the old and the new. The side lamps and flashers were combined and mounted in the noses of the front mudguards: the earlier cars had separate side lamps on the top of the mudguards and used the fog lamps also as flashers. Internally, individual front seats became standard and there was some reshaping of the rear seats. The heating/ ventilation system was upgraded, there were extra radio controls and a number of other such details were improved. The engine had a new compression ratio of 9.0:1; the crankshaft was hardened and there was extra power assistance for the steering.This car boasts many surprisingly still all original components which are a testament to its low mileage and fastidiously kept and obviously climate controlled storage and garaging. The features still intact include its original leather wrapped rear leaf springs, small tool box and spare wheel with all it's original heavy tools; inspection lamp, spare wheel inflation trap & clamp, tire pump, wheel brace & jack, still unused and in their rightful place in the trunk.The car has been maintained in recent years at the renown independent Rolls Royce & Bentley specialists 'Independent Rolls Royce' of Beverly Hills, California, where the car received a recent full service and this long time southern California family owned and cherished and always garaged car has obviously had no accidents and is a completely rust free example - the floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas are completely solid and rust free having always been kept in climate controlled southern California storage!The beautiful and highly striking paint color of 'Regal Burgundy' exterior paint is in exceptional condition and extraordinarily striking with only very minor imperfections only noticeable upon very close inspection! The car has matching Rolls Royce hubcaps and as previously stated all new leather hides, top and carpeting. Connolly leather is legendary for being exclusive Vehicle Description West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely stunning and extraordinarily rare 1963 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III Drophead Coupe factory LHD & coachbuilt by H.J. Mulliner - a very rare original southern California 'Black License Plate ' car and the very collectible LHD model with factory coachwork by H.J Mulliner - 1 of only 27 true Mulliner's ever built!The car will be sold with its certified factory copies of RR construction and test records from the factory showing an original sales date of 11/5/1963 for delivery to J.S. Inskip Inc Rolls Royce of New York..In a striking 'Regal Royal Burgundy' color with all new reupholstered leather interior - 32K original miles & equipped with factory power windows & original air conditioning equipment & rare altimeter & dashboard mounted tachometer by Mulliner to replace the left side cubby box, original AM radio, rear folding picnic tables, white wall tires and rare 'Kneeling Lady' mascot.The car had one southern California owner from 1968-2010 - original sales & delivery documents, handbooks, boot cover, spare wheel & heavy tools & small toolbox. Unique opportunity for Rolls collector/enthusiast to purchase not only 1 of the 27 factory LHD true coachbuilt H.J. Mulliner cars, but also a superb southern California car since new that still drives as good as when new and boasting only 32K original miles! This is an absolutely stunning and exceptionally rare example in truly remarkable condition, both mechanically and cosmetically, a true 1963 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III V8 Drophead Coupe by Mulliner. Only 27 of these original left hand drive coachbuilt cars were ever built by H.J Mulliner of Willesden, London, with very few of any of these cars now known to still exist today. These completely hand built, factory left hand drive Mulliner's are not to be confused with one of the RHD Silver Cloud non-factory or later Silver Cloud conversions by a multitude of entities!The third and final Silver Cloud was introduced in 1962 and a precious few of these cars were chosen by Rolls to be taken from the standard steel production line and sent to the renown Rolls Royce appointed coachworks of H.J Mulliner of Willesden, London to be adapted by hand into drophead coupes. These were to be the iconic 27 Mulliner Drophead coupes, by far the most expensive and exclusive car of it's day.In the years to come, seeing the desirability and demand of these few Mulliner's, other coachbuilders were to try and emulate what Mulliner had originally achieved with the Silver Cloud, but as any enthusiast will attest, although there are some very fine Silver Cloud non-factory conversions out there, none of these will ever prove as desirable or as well built as an original hand built Mulliner, and all fall short of these original 27 cars in terms of value, prestige and historic importance.This particular example was owned by it's long time southern California owner from 1968-2010 and is an original 'Black Plate' California car since new. It was purchased by only its second owner on 6/3/1968 from 'Peter Satori Co Ltd' of Pasadena, CA with documentation available, and owned until sold by his estate to only it's third southern California owner in 2010. It was serviced and maintained throughout the years at the renown independent Rolls Royce specialists 'Vanderploeg Motors' and later at 'Scott Motors' of West Los Angeles.It has rare options of the altimeter and tachometer, air conditioning, 'Sundym' reflective tinted glass, White sided tubeless tires, power brakes and power windows. Finished in an exceptionally striking color of 'Regal Burgundy' with a newly upholstered 'Tan' color Connolly hides interior. The original seats are truly still as comfortable as the day they were new, firm and supportive and recently reupholstered. The carpeting and the car's original convertible top and mohair headliner have also been restored with no expense spared and the car show superb maintenance and care from its three long time owners.For those who are unfamiliar, the Bentley S3 and the Silver Cloud III were absolutely identical with both vehicles hand built at the Rolls Royce factory in Crewe, England with the only differences being their nameplates, radiator and mascots. The Silver Cloud III was introduced in 1962 and lasted until 1965. Little changed externally from the Silver Cloud II with the same improved 6.2 L V8 Series II engine from the original Series I but performance was greatly improved though in the new upgraded Series III models with the top speed raised to 183 km/h (114 mph), with the main improvements being in acceleration and torque and the inclusion of larger SU carburetors. Separate front seats now replaced the bench seat and there was more legroom in the rear. Power steering had already become standard with the Series II but electrically operated windows and air conditioning were now available as an option.In autumn 1962 the Series II production cars were given a facelift and the Silver Cloud III and Bentley S3 were introduced. The most obvious visual feature was the twin headlamp arrangement in what was virtually an unchanged body style. Four headlamps provided more illumination and made it easier for Rolls-Royce to pass the latest North American lighting regulations. Also this layout had been chosen for the next generation Silver Shadow and this provided a convenient way of bridging the visual gap between the old and the new. The side lamps and flashers were combined and mounted in the noses of the front mudguards: the earlier cars had separate side lamps on the top of the mudguards and used the fog lamps also as flashers. Internally, individual front seats became standard and there was some reshaping of the rear seats. The heating/ ventilation system was upgraded, there were extra radio controls and a number of other such details were improved. The engine had a new compression ratio of 9.0:1; the crankshaft was hardened and there was extra power assistance for the steering.This car boasts many surprisingly still all original components which are a testament to its low mileage and fastidiously kept and obviously climate controlled storage and garaging. The features still intact include its original leather wrapped rear leaf springs, small tool box and spare wheel with all it's original heavy tools; inspection lamp, spare wheel inflation trap & clamp, tire pump, wheel brace & jack, still unused and in their rightful place in the trunk.The car has been maintained in recent years at the renown independent Rolls Royce & Bentley specialists 'Independent Rolls Royce' of Beverly Hills, California, where the car received a recent full service and this long time southern California family owned and cherished and always garaged car has obviously had no accidents and is a completely rust free example - the floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas are completely solid and rust free having always been kept in climate controlled southern California storage!The beautiful and highly striking paint color of 'Regal Burgundy' exterior paint is in exceptional condition and extraordinarily striking with only very minor imperfections only noticeable upon very close inspection! The car has matching Rolls Royce hubcaps and as previously stated all new leather hides, top and carpeting. Connolly leather is legendary for being exclusive Vehicle Warranty Mechanical inspections welcomed; if you wish to inspect the vehicle you must do so before bidding; upon request seller will be happy to deliver the vehicle to a local Torrance, CA or Santa Monica, CA mechanic of your choice for your prepaid inspection before the reserve price is met. Once the reserve price is met this vehicle is to be considered sold in ‘as is, where is’ condition to the highest bidder with no guaranties or warranties implied or given. Please have all funds available before bidding as a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required from the winning bidder within 48 hours (2 business days) of auction end; an immediate $500 non-refundable deposit is required through Ebay’s Paypal service to end the auction early if the "Buy it now" option is exercised and the balance in full is due within ten days of auction end in any case. In the case these terms of sale are not met seller reserves the right to either re-list the vehicle or offer the vehicle to the next highest bidder. Seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time before the reserve price is met. Payment by bank wire transfer, cash in person or cashiers check only. All inspections must be done prior to bidding. The non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of the auction end via bank wire transfer or cashiers check via overnight mail. The full payment must be completed within 10 business days regardless of a pick up date. In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason. The seller makes every effort to describe in detail any known flaws in the vehicle and includes many detailed and recent photos of the vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle is correct at the time of listing but obviously subject to minor changes necessary to complete delivery of the vehicle to the buyer and test drives etc. Please note that all used vehicles, especially classic and older vehicles, are by definition unique and complex and their condition, for better or worse, must always be considered a subjective opinion to each individual. Therefore the seller shall not be responsible for the absolute correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. Vehicles are sold with one master key unless otherwise stated. Vehicles are sold with handbooks and manuals only if stated in the advertisement. Buyer hereby acknowledges that any definition or terms relating to a "matching numbers" description of any car has been met and the buyer has inspected the car and is satisfied with the description prior to bidding or purchase. 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Price: 618750 USD

Location: Torrance, California

End Time: 2024-11-08T16:05:44.000Z

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