1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III James Young Sport Saloon (SCV100)
- Engine
- 6.2L OHV V8
- Colour
- Sable (dark brown/black)
A rare right-hand-drive Silver Cloud III featuring aluminium coachwork by James Young to style SCV100, one of only 18 such examples built. Factory records from the Rolls-Royce Foundation confirm its specification, which includes an Everflex sunroof, grey mohair headliner, and full leather interior in Sable. Between 2011 and 2014 the car underwent a comprehensive mechanical refurbishment exceeding $105,000 in documented expenditure, encompassing the engine, transmission, rear axle, carburettors, suspension, radiator, exhaust, and electrical systems.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$151,200
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2011Restoration
Comprehensive mechanical refurbishment began, ultimately spanning several years and costing over $105,000 as documented by receipts. Work encompassed engine and transmission rebuilds, rear axle overhaul, carburettor rebuilding, and suspension work.
Programme ran from 2011 through to 2014.
- 2014Mechanical
Completion of the multi-year refurbishment programme: new exhaust fitted, radiator re-cored, heating and air-conditioning system overhauled and recharged, and all wiring rectified.
Final phase of the 2011–2014 refurbishment; receipts totalling more than $105,000 are available.
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