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1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith Park Ward Saloon

United Kingdom • 26 Apr 2023

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This 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith Park Ward Saloon, registration JM 8001, has a notable history, potentially used during HM The Queen's visit to Cumbria. It features a cream exterior with a red leather interior following a 2005 restoration, and has undergone significant mechanical work, including an engine overhaul.

Condition

7

The car presents as \'very good\' inside and out, according to the vendor. It has had significant restoration work done, including an engine overhaul and bodywork repairs. While it has been restored and maintained, it's not in perfect condition, suggesting some wear consistent with a well-maintained classic car.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

WCB38

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

JM 8001

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Produced between 1946 and 1959, the Silver Wraith was the last Rolls-Royce to be delivered in chassis form alone, of which a total of 1883 were laid down - 1244 with 117in wheelbase and 639 with the 133in wheelbase that was standard from 1953.

Many were purchased for official duties and featured formal limousine-style coachwork - eg Silver Wraiths served as state cars for the Dutch, Danish and Greek royal households and the Irish and Brazilian presidencies.

The capacity of the straight-six engine rose from an initial 4257cc to 4566cc in 1951 and was, further increased to 4887cc during 1954.

Early examples were only available with four-speed manual transmission, but from 1952 onwards there was the option of a General Motors automatic unit.

The model has frequently starred on the silver screen, making appearances in `Witness for the Prosecution', `The return of the Pink Panther', `Arthur', `Batman' and `Batman Returns', to name but a few of its many movie credits.

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