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- 1973 Rolls-Royce Shadow
1973 Rolls-Royce Shadow
Lot Number: 755
1973 Rolls-Royce Shadow
Sympathetically restored a few years ago and patently cherished since, lots of interesting history, and less than 44,000 miles - everything you would hope to find in an early Shadow.
- ESTIMATE: £12,000 - £15,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11.00am BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN
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BODY COLOUR
Regal Red -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
RLG 1L -
ODOMETER READING
43372 Miles
SUMMARY
Sympathetically restored a few years ago and patently cherished since, lots of interesting history, and less than 44,000 miles - everything you would hope to find in an early Shadow.
DESCRIPTION
- Supplied by Lex Mead to its first owner in 1973 finished in Regal Red with red hide and pleasingly retains its original registration number RLG 1L
- Family owned from new until 2009 and clearly very well cared for
- Has spent much of its life in storage in the family home in Puerto Banus before a full restoration was decided upon that included a replacement engine block with the mileage at that time being a very low 35,000
- The present recorded mileage reflects the considered ownership at 43,400 miles therefore just 8,000 miles since a full engine refurbishment and a total retrim in Bordeaux Hide by an ex-RR trimmer to the very highest of standards, incorporating a discreet sound system
- In 2009, the Shadow changed hands and formed part of the well known James Hull Collection where it remained for some years before being sold to Jaguar Land Rover with periods on display, such is the quality, at The Heritage Centre in Gaydon
- Moving into private ownership in 2020, meticulous care has continued with the condition remaining outstanding with regular exercise undertaken. The car will be driven to the sale
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 755
- Make
- ROLLS-ROYCE
- Model
- SHADOW
- Variant
- Saloon
- Registration Number
- RLG 1L
- MOT Expiry
- 27/10/2025
- Chassis Number
- SRH15700
- Engine Number
- 15700
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Regal Red
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Charles Smalley
- Car Specialist
- 07421 007866
- charles@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.
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SCORE:
94 / 135
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With minor detailing to the engine bay the overall appearance could be enhanced very easily New engine block fitted during earlier restoration with approx just 8,000 miles covered since
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Your early inspection is welcomed and encourgaed to confirm that the vehicle condition fulfills your expectations and requirements
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before 9am on 25th August, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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