1964 Rolls-Royce Other 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III

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1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III
Stock #:
LSGT173
Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Bordeaux
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
1
Motor Cars LA is delighted to be able to offer for sale this stunning 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III on behalf of its current owner.
The present owner has owned this beautiful example of British craftsmanship since May 2017. He acquired the vehicle at that time from a private Rolls-Royce collector in Beverly Hills, CA.  Whilst in his care, the Rolls-Royce has received annual maintenance attention whilst being driven sparingly.  The most recent full service was completed by Charles Agapiou Limited, who is a leading specialist in Classic Rolls-Royce and Bentley automobiles.  It is believed that this Silver Cloud III is a vehicle which was originally delivered new to its first owner in Beverly Hills.
The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is a luxury automobile produced by Rolls-Royce Limited from April 1955 to March 1966. It was the core model of the Rolls-Royce range during that period.  The Silver Cloud III (that was produced between 1963–1966 saw just 2,044 units produced).
The Silver Cloud III was first displayed to the public at the Paris salon at the beginning of October 1962 but along with the Bentley S3 the cars were displayed on a specialist coachwork stand as if the modifications were to the special order of a particular customer.  External dimensions were slightly altered, the interior remodeled, the weight reduced by a little over 220 lbs and improvements made to the engine which included fitting 2-inch (51 mm) SU carburetors in place of the 1+3⁄4 inch units used on the Series II Silver Cloud. The compression ratio was increased to 9:1, reflecting the higher octane levels of premium fuel in major markets, although the option of a lower 8:1 compression ratio was still offered in markets where non-availability of higher octane fuels might be an issue. Rolls-Royce, as before, refused to disclose overall engine power output, but indicated that there had been an improvement of 'perhaps 7%'. Increased power and weight reduction boosted speed and performance slightly. The engine now included a nitride hardened crankshaft to reflect the extra power being generated and in response to reports of broken crankshafts in the earlier V8 Silver Clouds. The transmission was a GM Hydramatic which Rolls-Royce used under license.
The headlights were grouped in a four-headlamp layout subsequently continued in the later Silver Shadow. Other external changes included a slightly increased slope of the bonnet to correspond with a 1+1⁄2 inches (3.8 cm) reduction in radiator grille height.
Between 1963 and 1966 there were no major changes. Stainless steel wheel trims replaced chrome-plated ones in April 1963, and an improved rear window demister was introduced in November of the same year. Wider front seats were fitted in January 1964, and five months later a revised headlamp surround now incorporated a very small RR monogram. A chrome badge reading 'Silver Cloud III' in an italic font can be seen on the right bottom side of the trunk of most UK and European delivered examples, whilst US versions were delivered without this badge.
As with earlier models, Rolls-Royce continued to make the Silver Cloud chassis available to traditional coachbuilders. A notable version is the Fixed Head and Drop Head Coupe styled by Mulliner Park Ward, having unusual slanted headlights, also found on contemporary Italian designed or Italian-influenced high performance cars from Lancia, Triumph, Lagonda and Gordon-Keeble. It was derived from the earlier H. J. Mulliner & Co. design for the Bentley S1 and S2 Continentals, made also available for the S3. Some 100 of the 328 coach-built Silver Cloud IIIs were of this style.
Vehicle Description
Motor Cars LA is delighted to be able to offer for sale this stunning 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III on behalf of its current owner.
The present owner has owned this beautiful example of British craftsmanship since May 2017. He acquired the vehicle at that time from a private Rolls-Royce collector in Beverly Hills, CA.  Whilst in his care, the Rolls-Royce has received annual maintenance attention whilst being driven sparingly.  The most recent full service was completed by Charles Agapiou Limited, who is a leading specialist in Classic Rolls-Royce and Bentley automobiles.  It is believed that this Silver Cloud III is a vehicle which was originally delivered new to its first owner in Beverly Hills.
The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is a luxury automobile produced by Rolls-Royce Limited from April 1955 to March 1966. It was the core model of the Rolls-Royce range during that period.  The Silver Cloud III (that was produced between 1963–1966 saw just 2,044 units produced).
The Silver Cloud III was first displayed to the public at the Paris salon at the beginning of October 1962 but along with the Bentley S3 the cars were displayed on a specialist coachwork stand as if the modifications were to the special order of a particular customer.  External dimensions were slightly altered, the interior remodeled, the weight reduced by a little over 220 lbs and improvements made to the engine which included fitting 2-inch (51 mm) SU carburetors in place of the 1+3⁄4 inch units used on the Series II Silver Cloud. The compression ratio was increased to 9:1, reflecting the higher octane levels of premium fuel in major markets, although the option of a lower 8:1 compression ratio was still offered in markets where non-availability of higher octane fuels might be an issue. Rolls-Royce, as before, refused to disclose overall engine power output, but indicated that there had been an improvement of 'perhaps 7%'. Increased power and weight reduction boosted speed and performance slightly. The engine now included a nitride hardened crankshaft to reflect the extra power being generated and in response to reports of broken crankshafts in the earlier V8 Silver Clouds. The transmission was a GM Hydramatic which Rolls-Royce used under license.
The headlights were grouped in a four-headlamp layout subsequently continued in the later Silver Shadow. Other external changes included a slightly increased slope of the bonnet to correspond with a 1+1⁄2 inches (3.8 cm) reduction in radiator grille height.
Between 1963 and 1966 there were no major changes. Stainless steel wheel trims replaced chrome-plated ones in April 1963, and an improved rear window demister was introduced in November of the same year. Wider front seats were fitted in January 1964, and five months later a revised headlamp surround now incorporated a very small RR monogram. A chrome badge reading 'Silver Cloud III' in an italic font can be seen on the right bottom side of the trunk of most UK and European delivered examples, whilst US versions were delivered without this badge.
As with earlier models, Rolls-Royce continued to make the Silver Cloud chassis available to traditional coachbuilders. A notable version is the Fixed Head and Drop Head Coupe styled by Mulliner Park Ward, having unusual slanted headlights, also found on contemporary Italian designed or Italian-influenced high performance cars from Lancia, Triumph, Lagonda and Gordon-Keeble. It was derived from the earlier H. J. Mulliner & Co. design for the Bentley S1 and S2 Continentals, made also available for the S3. Some 100 of the 328 coach-built Silver Cloud IIIs were of this style.
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Welcome to Motor Cars Los Angeles, where we pride ourselves on our bespoke selection of special cars, from rare classics to ultra-modern luxury. All of our cars are put through a very strict multipoint check prior to purchasing. Our team have a wealth of experience to ensure that no stone is left unturned and that there are no hidden surprises when you take delivery of your new vehicle. If you have something special in mind, make sure that you talk to us first. We can locate the perfect vehicle for you, regardless of year and scarcity and assist with delivery, globally. During the course of your transaction(s) with us, you will be afforded the highest levels of customer service and receive the attention to detail which you deserve. The team at MCLA have a genuine passion for specialist, rare, classic and desirable cars. When we work with our clients to locate and secure the car of their dreams, it provides us with a great sense of achievement and personal pride. We are also interested in purchasing your vehicle. No matter if you own the vehicle outright or have an existing Finance or Lease Agreement, MCLA will purchase your vehicle for cash and take care of the paperwork…we want to make sure that transacting with us is totally hassle free. We very much look forward to servicing your automotive needs at Motor Cars Los Angeles.
Welcome to Motor Cars Los Angeles, where we pride ourselves on our bespoke selection of special cars, from rare classics to ultra-modern luxury. All of our cars are put through a very strict multipoint check prior to purchasing. Our team have a wealth of experience to ensure that no stone is left unturned and that there are no hidden surprises when you take delivery of your new vehicle. If you have something special in mind, make sure that you talk to us first. We can locate the perfect vehicle for you, regardless of year and scarcity and assist with delivery, globally. During the course of your transaction(s) with us, you will be afforded the highest levels of customer service and receive the attention to detail which you deserve. The team at MCLA have a genuine passion for specialist, rare, classic and desirable cars. When we work with our clients to locate and secure the car of their dreams, it provides us with a great sense of achievement and personal pride. We are also interested in purchasing your vehicle. No matter if you own the vehicle outright or have an existing Finance or Lease Agreement, MCLA will purchase your vehicle for cash and take care of the paperwork…we want to make sure that transacting with us is totally hassle free. We very much look forward to servicing your automotive needs at Motor Cars Los Angeles.
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