Description
Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (RHD) | 1987
Highlights:
– 6.75-litre V8 petrol engine, automatic transmission
– 85000 miles indicated
– Right-hand-drive UK example with original H.R. Owen dealer plaque
– Imported into Spain in 2008 and kept in a private collection
– Preserved in original condition with blue leather interior
The seller offers for sale this 1987 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit, powered by a 6.75-litre V8 petrol engine, paired with an automatic transmission. This right-hand-drive example shows 85000 miles on the odometer and retains the plaque of its prestigious original supplying dealer in England, H.R. Owen. The car was imported from the United Kingdom into Spain in 2008, where it joined a private collection and was used occasionally for events and weddings. It is preserved in strictly original configuration, with a well-kept blue leather interior, original blue carpets showing wear consistent with the indicated mileage, and dashboard woodwork displaying the patina of age with some small marks visible in the photos. The paint carries a deep shine and the bodywork is in good condition, with typical signs of use and age; the seller notes an area of rust on one of the rear wings, shown in detail in the photographs, and some surface rust on the underside, which has benefited from garage storage in Madrid’s dry climate.
Mechanically the car runs and shifts smoothly, a new battery has just been fitted and maintenance has been carried out regularly by a private mechanic. Due to limited use in recent years, the seller recommends a full service and thorough tune-up, noting that the car takes longer than usual to start when warm; a video of the car running is available on request. The car has all its documentation in order and holds a valid, regularly renewed inspection.
The Silver Spirit, launched in 1980 as the successor to the Silver Shadow, carried Rolls-Royce into the modern era with crisp, contemporary styling by Fritz Feller while retaining the marque’s legendary 6.75-litre V8 and adopting an advanced hydropneumatic self-levelling suspension developed under licence from Citroën. The first-generation cars offer the classic Rolls-Royce virtues of near-silent running, effortless torque and a supremely comfortable ride, wrapped in an imposing yet elegant body that dominated the luxury landscape of the 1980s.
Today the Silver Spirit represents one of the most accessible routes into Rolls-Royce ownership, and original, unmodified examples with known history are increasingly appreciated. With its UK provenance, H.R. Owen connection and long-term collection care, this Silver Spirit offers grand British luxury with genuine character and presence.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
