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1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud I B Series
Highlights
- Extensive older restoration and rechroming
- Classically finished in white with tan interior
- Thick history file with older photographs
- Early car in smart, usable condition
The Appeal
The Silver Cloud has a special place in the hearts of marque enthusiasts. As the last of a certain breed of British, coachbuilt, separate-chassis luxury cars, it should warm the cockles of all classic enthusiasts too.
Their style and usability fuels their popularity today, with many in regular use. That includes as wedding cars, where those qualities certainly matter. Including this car, a smart early ‘56 B-Series Silver Cloud I finished in classic white over tan.
Restored around 24 years ago and then resprayed again more recently, it is very well kept and clearly enthusiast-owned. It remains very presentable and smart, although the buyer may wish to note a few areas perhaps warranting attention in the future to bring it back to its full glory. But for now this lovely old car is ready to enjoy, either as a commercial proposition or a classic treat.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 22nd August 1956
- VIN number is SZB213, not 5ZB213 as recorded by DVLA
- Eight registered keepers
- Originally factory supplied in black
- VIN number corresponds to January to September build rate
- One of the last of the 250 B-Series cars built
- Thick history file of older invoices, tax discs and photographs
- Restored in 2000 including rechroming and repainting two tone white and black
- Photographic record and handwritten notes for older restoration
- Subsequently resprayed in full white since 2000
- Original registration and car tax document
- Old MOTs
- MOT exempt by age
- Last MOT expired 4th February 2016 with no advisories and 23,449 miles showing on test
- Now showing 26,726 miles
The Condition
- Resprayed in white following extensive restoration in 2000
- Rechromed exterior fittings remain in very good order
- Straight and tidy bodywork with good panel fit across aluminium doors, bonnet and boot
- Some localised signs of deterioration to note in photographs to sills and lower arches
- Smart car with reconditioned chrome hub caps in original black finish
- Tan leather interior is smart and well kept with good hide surfaces front and rear
- Extensive wood veneers in generally good condition with some localised deterioration
- Three spoke black Bakelite wheel and period Javelin radio add to the charm
The Mechanics
- 4,887cc straight six hand-built Rolls Royce engine
- 4spd automatic gearbox
- Thick history file showing regular attention
- Sparingly used in recent years
- No reported running or driving issues
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