Rolls-Royce

Old School Project: 1934 Rolls-Royce 20/25

Most folks (me included) often think of a Rolls-Royce as a chauffeur-driven automobile. But that wasn’t the case with the R-R 20/25 built from 1929 to 1936. It was targeted at the owner-driver segment of the market and was… more»

Freddie Mercury’s 1974 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow!

Celebrity ownership of any classic car is sure to ignite debate, especially when it comes to the question of whether such ownership contributes to its potential value. In some cases, the answer is obvious, while in others, it can… more»

Where’s The Fire? 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith

What to make of a Rolls-Royce fire truck like this 1949 Silver Wraith example? I suppose you could ask the fireman when he shows up to do a job if he has any Grey Poupon. This is an unusual… more»

9 Elegant Classics! Tony Vincent Estate Collection

When you run across an auto auction being hosted by Gooding & Company, it’s a good sign that something really special is going on there.  G&C has not quite been in business for 20 years but they’ve already sold… more»

Needs Brakes: 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II

Seldom seen here on Barn Finds is a Rolls-Royce. But this one is too good to pass up. It’s a 1978 Silver Shadow II that’s been dormant for a few months because it needs brakes. The body is good,… more»

It’s A Stretch! 1958 V8 Rolls-Royce

Barn Finds has readers, and commenters, from all over the world. I see comments arrive from the U.K., France, Australia, South Africa, and of course, Canada. If I’ve failed to mention other locales, a thousand pardons but these are… more»

Stored 11 Years: 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

Let’s see a show of hands for those of you who have owned a Rolls-Royce, I know a few of you have. This car looks slick and sleek on the outside but the once-luxurious interior has seen better days…. more»

Silver Spiritual: 1986 Rolls-Royce Hearse

The world of Japanese market imports is as vast and diverse as you can imagine, and while we typically associate JDM finds with actual Japanese cars and trucks, there were plenty of German and British marques that found favor… more»

1 of 77: 1923 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost

Every once in a while here on Barn Finds we come across an example that is way out of the ordinary, and this 1923 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost is definitely one of those uncommon cars. It’s currently listed for sale… more»

Coach-Built Classic: 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith

It isn’t every day that the opportunity presents itself to own a genuine coach-built classic, but that is what is on offer with this 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. It has been sitting for more than four decades, so returning… more»

Cheap Luxury? 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur

For the price of a decade-old Hyundai Sonata or less, a person could have this 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. No, really. The seller has this gorgeous and stately car posted here on craigslist in Des Moines, but not the… more»

LS-Swapped! 1974 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow

One of the most common things we see in a post comment section when we feature an unusual car with engine issues is the famed “LS swap it” universal solution. That’s exactly what someone has completed with this 1974… more»

Luxurious Project: 1974 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow

The Silver Shadow is a full-sized luxury car built by Rolls-Royce between 1965-80. “Project” is not a word you might ordinarily associate with a Rolls-Royce, but that would be the case here. This ’74 Silver Shadow received a replacement… more»

If Rolls-Royce Built A Family Wagon! 1971 Ford Country Squire

One of eight such vehicles produced, this 1971 Ford Country Squire station wagon in De Pere, Wisconsin wears a complete and genuine Rolls-Royce front clip, well-integrated into the Country Squire bodywork. The elegant two-tone paint gleams. Though sold as-is,… more»

British Barn Find: 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud

When you find a vintage Rolls-Royce or Bentley tucked away in a barn, the questions behind its existence tend to be more varied than that of a Mustang or similar muscle car-era discovery. Those questions are easily answered –… more»

Original RHD Project: 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow

Old Rolls-Royces and Bentleys rarely enjoy a peaceful retirement if they fall into the wrong hands, meaning they usually aren’t long for the road if the latest owner lacks passion, cash, or in most cases, both. This is not… more»

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