1962 ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER CLOUD III STANDARD STEEL SALOON EU registered Chassis No. LSCX 65 Engine No. SX.32.C Dark green with tan upholstery Engine: V8, pushrod operated, overhead valve, 6,230cc; Gearbox: four speed automatic; Suspension: front, independent coil; rear, semi-elliptic leaf springs; Brakes: front, hydraulic and mechanical rear with servo. Left hand drive 'It is a pity that a connoisseur's car like the Rolls-Royce remains far beyond the dreams of the vast majority of world's motorists, but good to know that cars of this quality can be built still and that there is a healthy market for them. They set a standard that is really appreciated best when one returns to driving lesser cars.' The road test summary of the Silver Cloud III, Autocar , August 1963. Between 1946 and 1955 Rolls-Royce had thrived with a family of six-cylinder cars derived from the Wraith of the late 1930s. Introduced in 1955, the Silver Cloud was of another generation, broadly similar in concept, still underpinned by the traditional very robust separate chassis frame, but greatly developed and with more modern styling. With the powerful 6.2 litre V8 engine, introduced in 1959, Rolls-Royce moved to reclaim its place as 'The Finest Car in the World'. The Silver Cloud now possessed dramatically increased performance in a chassis offering scope for coachbuilders to provide more spacious accommodation and yet higher levels of equipment than ever before. In 1962 the final evolution of the Silver Cloud and Bentley S models took shape in the form of the Cloud III and S3. The main change was in re-shaping the front, now incorporating a four headlamp system, and the indicators and side lamps were combined in a single unit mounted in the nose of the front wings. At the same time the height of the radiator was reduced and the bonnet top had increased slope, improving forward vision for the driver. The car was available with individual specialist coachwork or as a standard steel saloon; quietness was just as impressive as ever and yet it was still capable of travelling at 114mph. The Cloud III was a handsome motor car and immediately found favour with captains of industry and celebrities. Built to left hand drive US specification this Rolls-Royce was delivered in November 1962 to Mrs. E. Harvey Kane of Maryland, who kept the car until March 1970 when it was sold on to Chester Motors of New York City. Special order requests for the new the Silver Cloud included a Blaupunkt Köln radio, an electric aerial, RR electric windows and it came with Dunlop whitesided tubeless tyres. The car was shipped per the 'American Challenger' from London to Baltimore. It joined the A. Blaton collection in October 1988 since when it has been resprayed to a high standard and has undergone a comprehensive overhaul including the engine and suspension. The car presents extremely well and when last inspected by a Christie's specialist the engine fired promptly and ran very smoothly. A very desirable and elegant RR SCIII in fine order and a welcome entry at any RR Enthusiasts Club meeting, Christie's would recommend closer examination by any potentially interested party.
1962 ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER CLOUD III STANDARD STEEL SALOON EU registered Chassis No. LSCX 65 Engine No. SX.32.C Dark green with tan upholstery Engine: V8, pushrod operated, overhead valve, 6,230cc; Gearbox: four speed automatic; Suspension: front, independent coil; rear, semi-elliptic leaf springs; Brakes: front, hydraulic and mechanical rear with servo. Left hand drive 'It is a pity that a connoisseur's car like the Rolls-Royce remains far beyond the dreams of the vast majority of world's motorists, but good to know that cars of this quality can be built still and that there is a healthy market for them. They set a standard that is really appreciated best when one returns to driving lesser cars.' The road test summary of the Silver Cloud III, Autocar , August 1963. Between 1946 and 1955 Rolls-Royce had thrived with a family of six-cylinder cars derived from the Wraith of the late 1930s. Introduced in 1955, the Silver Cloud was of another generation, broadly similar in concept, still underpinned by the traditional very robust separate chassis frame, but greatly developed and with more modern styling. With the powerful 6.2 litre V8 engine, introduced in 1959, Rolls-Royce moved to reclaim its place as 'The Finest Car in the World'. The Silver Cloud now possessed dramatically increased performance in a chassis offering scope for coachbuilders to provide more spacious accommodation and yet higher levels of equipment than ever before. In 1962 the final evolution of the Silver Cloud and Bentley S models took shape in the form of the Cloud III and S3. The main change was in re-shaping the front, now incorporating a four headlamp system, and the indicators and side lamps were combined in a single unit mounted in the nose of the front wings. At the same time the height of the radiator was reduced and the bonnet top had increased slope, improving forward vision for the driver. The car was available with individual specialist coachwork or as a standard steel saloon; quietness was just as impressive as ever and yet it was still capable of travelling at 114mph. The Cloud III was a handsome motor car and immediately found favour with captains of industry and celebrities. Built to left hand drive US specification this Rolls-Royce was delivered in November 1962 to Mrs. E. Harvey Kane of Maryland, who kept the car until March 1970 when it was sold on to Chester Motors of New York City. Special order requests for the new the Silver Cloud included a Blaupunkt Köln radio, an electric aerial, RR electric windows and it came with Dunlop whitesided tubeless tyres. The car was shipped per the 'American Challenger' from London to Baltimore. It joined the A. Blaton collection in October 1988 since when it has been resprayed to a high standard and has undergone a comprehensive overhaul including the engine and suspension. The car presents extremely well and when last inspected by a Christie's specialist the engine fired promptly and ran very smoothly. A very desirable and elegant RR SCIII in fine order and a welcome entry at any RR Enthusiasts Club meeting, Christie's would recommend closer examination by any potentially interested party.
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