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6,230cc OHV Alloy V8 Engine 2 SU Carburetors 220bhp (estimated) 4-Speed Automatic Transmission Independent Front Suspension - Live Rear Axle 4-Wheel Drum Brakes *The most refined and exclusive Silver Cloud variant *An Icon of 1960s British design *Recent well executed convertible conversion *Open Rolls Royce motoring THE ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER CLOUD 'The Silver Cloud III is a car which sets out to do a job, and does it to near perfection. Conservative in approach to a degree, which some critics call old-fashioned, it is nevertheless a vehicle, which impresses uniquely by its refinement and quality of construction. Furthermore - and this is what most interested us - it is a machine that responds as much to the sporting driver as to the kid-gloved chauffeur.' - Sporting Motorist, 1964. Facing increasing competition from faster rivals and with development of its ageing six-cylinder engine nearing its end, Rolls-Royce turned to V8 power as the 1960s approached. The V8 was, of course, the predominant power unit in Rolls-Royce's most important export market - the USA - so it was only natural that the Crewe firm would study the best American designs - principally those of Chrysler and Cadillac - for inspiration. Introduced in the autumn of 1959, the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II and Bentley S2 appeared externally unchanged from their 'Cloud and S-Type predecessors, though the duo's performance was considerably enhanced by the new 6,230cc aluminum-alloy V8 engine. Although wider and shorter than the 'six' it replaced, the new power unit fitted relatively easily within the engine bay, relocation of the steering box from inside to outside of the chassis frame being the most obvious alteration to the previous arrangements. Externally the new models appeared virtually unchanged, while beneath the skin Rolls-Royce's own four-speed automatic transmission was now the only one on offer and power steering was standardized. Launched in 1962, the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III and its Bentley S3 equivalent employed the 6.2-liter V8 engine introduced on the 'Cloud II/S2 - though with larger carburetors, new distributor and raised compression ratio - and came with a four-speed GM-derived automatic transmission as standard equipment. Most obvious among many changes from the preceding models was the adoption of four-headlamp lighting, the absence of sidelights from the wing tops, and a slightly lower radiator shell. Inside there was improved accommodation with separate front seats and increased room for rear passengers. Notable as the last mainstream Rolls-Royce to employ a separate chassis, the Silver Cloud III proved immensely successful both at home and abroad, remaining in production until the autumn of 1965. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This handsome Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III is a recently executed convertible conversion. A standard steel Silver Cloud III saloon was used as the basis for this convertible in a manner similar to Mulliner's period conversions. This conversion was done with components from an English firm specializing in these. This Rolls has good panel fit and displays a good workmanship. The paintwork and interior all appear to be fresh and in good order. The car is reported to be driven sparingly but regularly. Today factory produced Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud convertibles are highly desirable and rare in the market. The Series III variant is particularly scarce and desirable due to its extra degree of refinement over its predecessor. Silver Cloud Convertibles were all conversions from saloon models and typically performed by Mulliner. The conversion was difficult and extremely expensive as a result relatively few were produced. Only 23 Silver Cloud III left hand drive examples are known to have been built. Offered in fresh condition this well-done conversion represents excellent value compared to the original factory conversions.