£18,000
1973 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
United Kingdom • 26 Jul 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1973 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow presents well, boasting low mileage and a history of care, including a recent service and re-trimmed interior. While it exhibits signs of age-related repairs and minor imperfections, its overall condition and documented maintenance make it an appealing classic.
Condition
7
The car has low mileage and has been well-maintained with recent service and a clean MOT. It also has a re-trimmed interior. However, it has had some mechanical work done in the past, and there are some cosmetic imperfections.
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Automatic
Transmission:
SRH15700
Chassis No:
Odometer:
41,720 miles
RLG 1L
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Launched in 1965, the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow was a bold departure for the Crewe company.
Their first monocoque design, it also benefited from olio-pneumatic rear suspension, power disc brakes and GM's silken 400 series automatic gearbox (though, the latter was not adopted until 1968).
Such 'new technology' did not encroach on the luxurious interior with its sumptuous leather hides, rich wood veneers and deep lambswool carpets.
Performance from the smooth 6,230cc V8 engine (upgraded to 6750cc in 1970) was assured, the car wafting forward on a seemingly unstoppable wave of torque.
Still immensely cosseting to drive, Shadows offer a genuinely different ownership experience to their mass-produced peers.
First registered on the 1 st of June, 1973, ‘RLG 1L’ has covered a mere 41,720 miles.
The vehicle was previously on display for many years in a large collection at the British Motor Museum at Gaydon.
Described as ‘an excellent’ example of the marque, by the vendor, there are many ...
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£1,603
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,891
Median Price (Since 2020)
£286,250
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Oct 27 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
44,148 miles
Registration Date
1973-09-01
MOT History
Passed
On Oct 17 2025 with 44,148 miles
Failed
On Oct 10 2025 with 44,139 miles
There were 4 defects noted, with 2 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Advisory:
- Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play bearing joint/ has play and split protective gaiter (2.2.2 (c))
Passed
On Oct 28 2024 with 42,198 miles
Passed
On Sep 19 2008 with 39,635 miles
Passed
On Sep 13 2005 with 35,216 miles
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