Delivered new to the USA 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III...
1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III Drophead Coupe
Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward
Chassis no. LSHS323C
6,230cc OHV Alloy V8 Engine
Twin S.U. Carburetors
Approximately 185bhp
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
Independent Front, Live Axle Rear Suspension
4-Wheel Drum Brakes
*A superlative example of H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward's sophisticated drophead design
*Finely detailed and presented in superb order
*Elegant Masons Black over black Connolly hides
*Equipped with air conditioning, electric windows, power top, and original Radiomobile radio
*Stunning, impeccably restored wood and leather cabin
*Over $30,000 in recent specialist mechanical service
*Reported to have fewer than 41,000 original miles
*Accompanied by factory build records and RROC ownership history
*One of just 52 delivered new to the USA
THE SILVER CLOUD DROPHEAD
When the Silver Cloud series arrived in the mid-1950s, Rolls-Royce had fully embraced the idea of series production and standardization in an effort to remain competitive in an increasingly tight marketplace. The Silver Cloud Standard Steel Saloon was penned in-house by J.P. Blatchley; a modernized yet timeless interpretation of the classic, swooping Silver Dawn that preceded it. The factory body proved to be very popular with buyers and remained in production with only minor changes for over a decade.
Even in the face of declining demand, Rolls-Royce still enlisted the services of outside and in-house coachbuilders. The Silver Cloud's robust full ladder frame gave coachbuilders an outstanding platform on which to practice their craft. The legendary British coachbuilding firms of Hooper, James Young and Freestone & Webb all worked with the Silver Cloud chassis. In addition, H.J. Mulliner and Park Ward – who were now under the auspices of Rolls-Royce – each offered their own special-bodied Clouds via official dealers, much in the spirit of the "custom catalog" days of the pre-war era. After the introduction of the V8-powered Silver Cloud II, Rolls-Royce consolidated operations, combining H.J. Mulliner and Park Ward into H.J. Mullner, Park Ward, Ltd. The beautiful creations continued, including the popular Drophead Coupe based on a modified Standard Steel Saloon. Those after a more modern look could opt for H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward Design 2045; a stunning, slab-sided fixed head and drophead coupe first built on a Bentley Continental chassis and later adapted for Rolls-Royce.
Design 2045 was penned by a young Norwegian named Vilhelm Koren, who managed to deftly retain the signature elegance of Rolls-Royce while giving the car a fresh, modern and exciting look. The slab sides and laser-straight beltline were a drastic departure from Rolls-Royce's traditionally baroque curves and swages, and it inspired the factory design team's work on the Silver Shadow in the late 1960s. Of the 7,372 Silver Clouds produced, just 101 would wear Design 2045, with 52 of those originally delivered in left hand drive.
THE CAR OFFERED
Stunningly presented in its original colors of Masons Black over Black Connolly hides, this Silver Cloud III Drophead is a fabulous example of H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward's suave and sophisticated "Design 2045" drophead coupe. According to records provided by the Rolls-Royce Foundation in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, it was first delivered to Mr. William E. Bradley of New Jersey, via the famed dealer J.S. Inskip of New York, New York. This is one of just 52 Left Drive cars produced, and was equipped in US specification with electric windows, power aerial, air conditioning, and power hood. It came into the care of a Rolls-Royce Owner's Club member early in its life, and from the second custodian, Mr. Harold P. Berger of Collegeville, Pennsylvania, onward, its ownership chain is well-documented. Subsequent ownership is noted in New Jersey, Colorado, and California through the 1980s. Originally equipped with a sand colored Everflex top, it now wears a black top in the proper Everflex material, which ties the livery together brilliantly.
As offered, LSHS323C is in superb condition, showing approximately 41,000 miles at the time of cataloguing, which is reported by the consignor to be authentic. The subject of a high-quality restoration, it has been lovingly maintained since and receipts on file show it received $30,000 in recent mechanical service by noted marque specialist Charles Agapiou of Los Angeles.
With elegant, sophisticated styling and all the welcome refinements of the Silver Cloud III chassis, this MPW Drophead Coupe is one of the most sought-after models in the diverse Silver Cloud range. Reported to be very well sorted and in fine running condition, this incredibly rare and utterly desirable 'MPW' Drophead Coupe is the ideal mount for relaxed, top-down cruising on any road from Miami Beach to the Cote d'Azure.
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1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III Drophead Coupe
Coachwork by H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward
Chassis no. LSHS323C
6,230cc OHV Alloy V8 Engine
Twin S.U. Carburetors
Approximately 185bhp
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
Independent Front, Live Axle Rear Suspension
4-Wheel Drum Brakes
*A superlative example of H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward's sophisticated drophead design
*Finely detailed and presented in superb order
*Elegant Masons Black over black Connolly hides
*Equipped with air conditioning, electric windows, power top, and original Radiomobile radio
*Stunning, impeccably restored wood and leather cabin
*Over $30,000 in recent specialist mechanical service
*Reported to have fewer than 41,000 original miles
*Accompanied by factory build records and RROC ownership history
*One of just 52 delivered new to the USA
THE SILVER CLOUD DROPHEAD
When the Silver Cloud series arrived in the mid-1950s, Rolls-Royce had fully embraced the idea of series production and standardization in an effort to remain competitive in an increasingly tight marketplace. The Silver Cloud Standard Steel Saloon was penned in-house by J.P. Blatchley; a modernized yet timeless interpretation of the classic, swooping Silver Dawn that preceded it. The factory body proved to be very popular with buyers and remained in production with only minor changes for over a decade.
Even in the face of declining demand, Rolls-Royce still enlisted the services of outside and in-house coachbuilders. The Silver Cloud's robust full ladder frame gave coachbuilders an outstanding platform on which to practice their craft. The legendary British coachbuilding firms of Hooper, James Young and Freestone & Webb all worked with the Silver Cloud chassis. In addition, H.J. Mulliner and Park Ward – who were now under the auspices of Rolls-Royce – each offered their own special-bodied Clouds via official dealers, much in the spirit of the "custom catalog" days of the pre-war era. After the introduction of the V8-powered Silver Cloud II, Rolls-Royce consolidated operations, combining H.J. Mulliner and Park Ward into H.J. Mullner, Park Ward, Ltd. The beautiful creations continued, including the popular Drophead Coupe based on a modified Standard Steel Saloon. Those after a more modern look could opt for H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward Design 2045; a stunning, slab-sided fixed head and drophead coupe first built on a Bentley Continental chassis and later adapted for Rolls-Royce.
Design 2045 was penned by a young Norwegian named Vilhelm Koren, who managed to deftly retain the signature elegance of Rolls-Royce while giving the car a fresh, modern and exciting look. The slab sides and laser-straight beltline were a drastic departure from Rolls-Royce's traditionally baroque curves and swages, and it inspired the factory design team's work on the Silver Shadow in the late 1960s. Of the 7,372 Silver Clouds produced, just 101 would wear Design 2045, with 52 of those originally delivered in left hand drive.
THE CAR OFFERED
Stunningly presented in its original colors of Masons Black over Black Connolly hides, this Silver Cloud III Drophead is a fabulous example of H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward's suave and sophisticated "Design 2045" drophead coupe. According to records provided by the Rolls-Royce Foundation in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, it was first delivered to Mr. William E. Bradley of New Jersey, via the famed dealer J.S. Inskip of New York, New York. This is one of just 52 Left Drive cars produced, and was equipped in US specification with electric windows, power aerial, air conditioning, and power hood. It came into the care of a Rolls-Royce Owner's Club member early in its life, and from the second custodian, Mr. Harold P. Berger of Collegeville, Pennsylvania, onward, its ownership chain is well-documented. Subsequent ownership is noted in New Jersey, Colorado, and California through the 1980s. Originally equipped with a sand colored Everflex top, it now wears a black top in the proper Everflex material, which ties the livery together brilliantly.
As offered, LSHS323C is in superb condition, showing approximately 41,000 miles at the time of cataloguing, which is reported by the consignor to be authentic. The subject of a high-quality restoration, it has been lovingly maintained since and receipts on file show it received $30,000 in recent mechanical service by noted marque specialist Charles Agapiou of Los Angeles.
With elegant, sophisticated styling and all the welcome refinements of the Silver Cloud III chassis, this MPW Drophead Coupe is one of the most sought-after models in the diverse Silver Cloud range. Reported to be very well sorted and in fine running condition, this incredibly rare and utterly desirable 'MPW' Drophead Coupe is the ideal mount for relaxed, top-down cruising on any road from Miami Beach to the Cote d'Azure.
