Highlights

Owned for most of its life by boxing promoter Barry Eastwood
One of only 1,570 V12 322bhp Silver Seraphs
Full service history with 15 service stamps to 87,034 miles
Recent £5,621 overhaul to a/c and suspension
MOT to September 2025 with no advisories
Very well preserved example of these superlative cars

The Appeal

If you’ll excuse the pun, the Silver Seraph was a new dawn for Rolls-Royce. The firm’s first all-new car for decades, it stands at the crossroads between the old-school, traditional craftsmanship era and the technologically advanced modern era. All good reasons to want one.

There is also the V12 engine, the firm’s first for a generation and borrowed from parent BMW. It imbues the car with effortless performance and perfectly matches the cossetting and luxurious passenger experience.

Only 1,570 Silver Seraphs were built. This one was bought new by boxing promoter Barry Eastwood, who made his name managing ‘Clones Cyclone’ Barry McGuigan. He owned the car until he died in 2020, naturally ensuring it was maintained in the manner you’d expect of a multi-millionaire. You will find 15 service stamps in the book, a mix of main dealers and well regarded specialists like Silver Lady.

The car has covered few miles since the last service. The condition is impressive and supported by a long MOT to September 2025 with no advisories.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 16th April 1998
First keeper was Barry Eastwood to 2020
Five registered keepers in total
Current keeper since March 2021
Full service history with 15 service stamps
All servicing by main dealers (five stamps) and specialists - eight by same one
Most recently serviced in 2021 at 87,034 miles by Silver Lady
Factory handbook, two service books and lots of history included
Air conditioning and front and rear suspension overhauled costing £5,621
MOT to 25th September 2025 with no advisories
88,343 miles showing on test and now on 88,251 miles
Private registration plate not included

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The Condition

Subtle ‘black on black’ colour scheme in very good order
Paintwork presents well with few marks but some to be expected due to age
Bodywork in very good order with straight panels and no accident damage reported
Underside in good order with no structural advisories on MOT
Whitewall tyres in good condition showing plenty of tread
Fitted with privacy glass
Black leather interior with red piping showing only light wear to high traffic areas
Walnut wood veneers to dashboard, doors, rear tables and trim elements
Interior fittings in good order with few signs of age
Fitted with an Alpine high end stereo and electric seats with memory function

The Mechanics

5,379cc M73 V12 322bhp BMW-based engine
5spd automatic gearbox
15 service stamps to 87,000 miles
Serviced by main dealers and specialists through its life
Recent work to air conditioning and suspension totalling over £5,600
No reported running or driving issues
No mechanical or running gear advisories on current MOT

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