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This 1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith Seven-Passenger Limousine has a coil spring independent front suspension, live rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs, and four-wheel servo-assisted brakes. The 4257cc overhead valve six-cylinder engine is mated to a four-speed manual gearbox and rests comfortably in the 136-inch wheelbase. The coachwork was handled by Inskip and is still in good condition in modern times. The chrome has lost some of its luster and the paint has been touched up in certain places. The top has been recovered with new material and the tires have recently been replaced. The odometer reads 43,944 miles since new.
In 2008 it was brought to the Automobiles of Amelia presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $30,000 - 40,000. With only 491 examples of the Wraith produced, and only a few making it to the United States, this car is certainly a rarity. Bidding reflected as the high bid soon surpassed the estimated value. The lot was sold for the sum of $50,600 including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2008
In 2008 it was brought to the Automobiles of Amelia presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $30,000 - 40,000. With only 491 examples of the Wraith produced, and only a few making it to the United States, this car is certainly a rarity. Bidding reflected as the high bid soon surpassed the estimated value. The lot was sold for the sum of $50,600 including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2008
2008 Automobiles of London
Pre-Auction Estimates :
£38,000-£45,000
Sale Price :
USD $28,195 (£ 44,000.00)
2008 Automobiles of Amelia Island, RM Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $30,000-USD $40,000
Sale Price :
USD $50,600
1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Rolls-Royce Wraith
(Data based on Model Year 1938 sales)
1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith Drophead Coupé Chassis#: WXA 90 Sold for USD$149,460 2023 RM Sothebys : London | |
1938 ROLLS-ROYCE WRAITH SEDANCA DE VILLE BY PARK WARD Chassis#: WXA107 Sold for USD$371,150 2021 RM Sothebys : A Passion for Elegance | |
1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith Limousine Project Chassis#: WXA62 Sold for USD$22,740 2019 Bonhams : The Beaulieu Sale | |
1938 Rolls-Royce 25/30hp Wraith 7-Passenger Limousine Chassis#: WXA72 Sold for USD$84,700 2013 Bonhams - Boca Raton Concours d'Elegance | |
1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith Saloon Chassis#: WMB72 Sold for USD$38,352 2010 Bonhams - Rolls-Royce, Bentley Motor Cars and Automobilia | |
1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith Seven-Passenger Limousine Chassis#: WRB80 Sold for USD$28,195 2008 Automobiles of London | |
1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith Seven-Passenger Limousine Sold for USD$50,600 2008 Automobiles of Amelia Island, RM Auctions |
Rolls-Royce Wraiths That Failed To Sell At Auction
1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1938 ROLLS-ROYCE WRAITH SPORTS SALOON | WRB57 | 2017 Bonhams : Scottsdale, AZ | $150,000 | $180,000 | |
1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith Limousine by Hooper Limousine | WXA 95 | 2010 RM Auctions Sporting Classics of Monaco | $32,500 | $50,000 | $75,000 |
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