1973 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow Sedan - White - Classic Luxury Saloon
Overview
The Rolls Royce Silver Shadow represents the pinnacle of 1970s British automotive engineering and luxury craftsmanship. Introduced in 1965, the Shadow was the first unitary-construction Rolls Royce, marking a revolutionary departure from the marque's traditional separate chassis design. By 1973, the Silver Shadow had established itself as the definitive expression of understated elegance and technological sophistication, favoured by dignitaries, captains of industry, and discerning collectors worldwide. This particular example, finished in classic white, embodies the timeless design language that has made the Shadow an enduring icon of automotive prestige.
The 1973 model year represents the Shadow at its refined maturity, with all systems optimised and the design language fully resolved. The white exterior presents the vehicle's elegant proportions to striking effect, with the characteristic long bonnet, graceful roofline, and restrained brightwork that define Rolls Royce aesthetic restraint. The four-door sedan configuration provides practical access whilst maintaining the formal, dignified stance that distinguishes this marque from all competitors. The vehicle's presence is commanding yet refined, a statement of quiet confidence rather than ostentatious display.
This is a genuine opportunity to acquire a piece of automotive history from an era when Rolls Royce represented the absolute zenith of motorcar engineering and hand-crafted luxury. The 1973 Shadow is increasingly sought by collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate the mechanical sophistication, build quality, and timeless design that characterise the finest British engineering of the post-war era.
Condition
The white paintwork presents with good gloss across the visible panels. The bodywork displays the patina consistent with a vehicle of this age and provenance, with minor surface marks and light weathering visible on the exterior. The panel gaps and shut lines reflect the meticulous manufacturing standards Rolls Royce maintained throughout the 1970s. The chrome and stainless steel brightwork, including the distinctive grille surround, bumpers, and trim, shows appropriate aging with light oxidation consistent with the vehicle's era. The wheels are fitted with period-appropriate whitewall tyres, adding to the classic presentation. The interior trim, visible through the windows, shows the rich wood veneers and leather appointments characteristic of Shadow specification, with patina appropriate to the vehicle's age. The overall condition reflects a vehicle that has been preserved and maintained as a classic example of its type.
Features
* 6.2 Litre V8 engine with advanced fuel injection system
* Automatic transmission with fluid coupling
* Independent double-wishbone suspension front and rear
* Power-assisted steering with variable ratio geometry
* Four-wheel disc brakes with servo assistance
* Air conditioning system
* Power windows and central locking
* Leather interior trim throughout
* Burr walnut wood veneers on dashboard and door cappings
* Formal four-door sedan configuration
* Whitewall tyres
* Right-hand drive configuration
* Engine number: 16351
Specifications
Year: 1973
Make: Rolls Royce
Model: Silver Shadow
Body Type: Sedan
Doors: 4
Seats: 5
Colour: White
Engine: 6.2 Litre V8
Steering: Right hand drive
Inspection recommended.
Chassis No: SRH16351
ENG No: 16351
Sold unregistered
(Key # unknown)
Lloyds stock #5825491+1
Location of item: 4-10 Keon Parade, Thomastown, VIC, Australia
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