Auburn Fall 2018
1961 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II Long-Wheelbase Saloon
The Calumet Collection
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$79,200 USD | Sold
| Auburn, Indiana
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- Offered from the Calumet Collection
- One of just 2,417 long-wheelbase Silver Cloud IIs produced
- 380-cu. in. OHV V-8 engine and four-speed automatic transmission
- Rare model with division window and rear compartment radio controls
- Air conditioning, reading lamps, Blaupunkt radio, and writing and cocktail accoutrements
- Offered with complete sets of road and hand tools, including spare bulbs
- Well-maintained cosmetic and mechanical condition
- Accompanied by Rolls-Royce Foundation build and ownership documentation
One of only 2,417 long-wheelbase Silver Cloud IIs produced, this car was shipped to the U.S. to Bianco & Pepe, and delivered new on 16 July 1962, to Ralph J. Schwarz, president of the Sapphire Corporation of New York City. Subsequent owners were Fred R. Salter of Corona del Mar, California, and Jim Rogers of Las Vegas, from whose estate the Calumet Collection acquired the car. The car is fairly lavished with optional features, including power steering and windows, Sundym glass, Lucas foglamps, and the rare division window with rear seat radio controls. Period aftermarket air conditioning, reading lamps, and a Blaupunkt radio add to the luxurious motoring experience, while a set of writing and vanity companions in the rear seat armrest, as well as the cocktail services behind the tables, are both authentic. A recent inspection showed that the car ran well, and it has been recently serviced and detailed for enjoyment by the new owner.
