2,910 miles! No mistake ~ 2,910 miles. Spectacular as new lowest mile example!

Delivered new to Hong Kong on December 12, 1973 as a holiday gift and for use on special occasions only, she has had a totally cherished life. Originally registered with British Colonial plate "2222" she remained in Hong Kong until 1987 when the original owner shipped her to his new holiday home in Rancho Sante Fe, California. He infrequently visited and so the car was rarely driven but regularly maintained. The car was sold in 1999 with 2,000 miles on the odometer and owned by serious collectors since who put on the additional 900 miles over that time. Only ever driven on super special occasions.

A very comprehensive 1" thick file documents its build sheets, first purchase and its history through to today, including service and maintenance.

The car was repainted prior to its departure form Hong Kong, in its original colour of course. We are not sure why this was the case but can only assume so because of Rolls-Royce's use of single stage paint which rarely survived like other luxury car manufacturer's use of 2-stage paint (clear over colour). For whatever the reason, the paint is now perfect in every respect. Totally glass like and very deep in shine and lustre. It was repainted in 2-stage so it will now truly last our lifetime. The pin-striping down the side is slightly thicker than the factory did it but this is only mentioned for the sake of purists ~ we're talking fractions here but if you are keen on absolute perfection, we have an in-house artisan that does the squirrel brush fine-liningper factory specs that can redo it for you. In every other respect, the paint is perfect. Needless to say, the car is entirely straight, never accident damaged and 100% rust free.

Since Park-Ward received the car, we work-shopped her to update all services on the hydraulics and brakes. We have been right through her to bring every maintenance up to date. Our "pre-delivery Commissioning" process (which we do to all our cars and we are famous for) ensures that every mechanical and operational item is in excellent shape. This includes engine through drive train, to air conditioning through to the most insignificant light-bulb in the dash.

The car currently sports an original set of Michelin X thin whitewall tyres from the era. We kept these on the car for authenticity but obviously, should be changed for any high speed driving as they are some 30 years old. We have researched and found a manufacturer that can supply original looking Michelin X type tyres. Alternatively, factory nominated black-wall Avons can be sourced.

This is one of the shortest descriptions you will read from us as nothing more can be said about the car but to review the many photographs provided. She is without doubt the lowest mileage Silver Shadow you will find in absolutely amazing and "like new" condition. We believe no other early 70's Silver Shadow can match this one.

Because of her rarity, she is priced accordingly.

We hope you do too.”
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We at Park-Ward Motors – the things we do.

When our Rolls-Royces are commissioned for resale, they are indeed professionally and correctly “fully work-shopped”. No corners are cut. And it is all addressed in true Crewe tradition. There is way too much to list here but to give you an example of our commitment to excellence of the various processes, this is one such example of what we do:

Doors and windows:-

Every car has its interior door panels removed. If the wood is in need of repair (as most are) it is refinished in-house by trained and talented craftsmen at Park-Ward Motors. This is a detailed process of stripping the wood of its old lacquer, repairing the veneer if there is damage, staining the top surface as per Rolls-Royce methodology and refinishing with no less than 25 coats of clear lacquer. Hand wet-sanded and polished between all of its last 15 coats. New window felt guides and wood-to-glass foam seals are fitted. All window mechanisms are checked and serviced for smooth and efficient up and down movement. This includes an electrical modification to rectify the typical “slow window syndrome”. All tracks, chains and gears are lubricated. Where central locking is fitted, these are all serviced to ensure no “solenoid sticking”, another common problem. Units are repaired and or changed as required for refurbished units. Door wiring and door-to-body wiring is checked, repaired and/or replaced as required. The splash plastic on the inside of the doors to protect the leather panels from rain splash from inside the door is replaced with correct specification black plastic as used by the factory. Cut to shape and glued in position as per original. All door hardware is checked and repaired as required including locks, handles and scuttle finishes. The door is reassembled with all items cleaned and polished. The wood refitted and the leather panels are re-Connollised before final fitment.

Take this example and apply it to the many, many different aspects of Rolls-Royce restoration, service and maintenance and you have our dedication to correct and professional vehicle pre-delivery preparation and commissioning.

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