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1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III Drophead Coupe

The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud and the Bentley S series were announced in 1955 and utilized the separate chassis technology and clothed in Standard Steel coachwork. Under the bonnet was a 4.9-liter 6-cylinder engine of the Bentley R Type Continental offering an estimated 158 horsepower. The brakes were servo-assisted hydraulic drums, the transmission a four-speed automatic, and the suspension independent coils at the front with semi-elliptic springs at the rear.

The Series II cars was introduced in 1959 and brought about very little change. The change would come over the years, especially under the hood with a new light alloy 6.2-liter V8 engine, capable of over 110 mph and great improvements in torque. The braking system was improved and power steering was installed.

The Silver Cloud III and S3 was introduced in the fall of 1962. The biggest visual difference was the four headlamp arrangement, distinguishing them from the prior Rolls-Royce cars.

This Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III wears coachwork by Mulliner Park Ward, Ltd. It has a black exterior over tan leather, highlighted by black piping and burr walnut accents. It has been in the Reggie Jackson collection for several years. It is a late production 1966 car fitted with optional air conditioning, and has recently been given a new canvas top.

In 2009, this car was offered for sale by Bonhams at the Exceptional Motorcars and Automobilia at the Quail Lodge in Carmel, CA. It was estimated to sell for $225,000 - 250,000, but failed to find a willing buyer capable of satisfying its reserve.

By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2009

2009 Bonhams - Quail Lodge Resort and Golf Club

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $225,000-USD $250,000 
Lot was not sold

Recent Sales of the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III

(Data based on Model Year 1962 sales)
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III SCT100 Touring Limousine
Chassis#: CBL 51
Sold for USD$70,909
  2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of London
 
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II Long Wheelbase Saloon
Chassis#: LCD18
Sold for USD$27,408
  2004 Bonhams - Rolls-Royce & Bentley Motor Cars
 

Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud IIIs That Failed To Sell At Auction

1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III LWB Saloon - WITHDRAWN 2019 Shannons Sydney Late Autumn Classic   
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III LWB Saloon - WITHDRAWN 2019 Shannons Sydney Late Autumn Classic   
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III SaloonSAZ412010 Bonhams RollsRoyce, Bentley Motor Cars and Automobilia $21,000$23,000
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III Drophead CoupéLCSC79C2009 Bonhams Quail Lodge Resort and Golf Club $225,000$250,000
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III SaloonSAZ412008 Bonhams RollsRoyce, Bentley and Select PreWar Motor Cars $22,000$26,000

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1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III

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Drophead Coupe
Coachwork: Park Ward & Co.
Chassis #: LCSC79C