28th Jul, 2024 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car Auction
1954 Rolls Royce Silver Dawn
***NO RESERVE*** Offered complete with cherished registration and a considerable quantity of period documentation, history and photographs.
Registration - PGH 2
Chassis No. - S0G42
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 79,998
This graceful 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn, we are told, 'unique': a one-off in green over silver, with a maroon leather interior, that was crafted by famed Rolls-Royce coachbuilder James Young. ‘PGH 2’ wears chassis number SOG42 and engine number S-21-G, and was first registered to a Mr. Hyman Gerstler of London. Over the years, a fascinating set of period documentation, history and photographs has been gathered with the car, which really helps build its provenance. The vendor acquired the car in 2001 and has reportedly spent considerable time and money on the upkeep of this stunning vehicle, which has an odometer reading 29,750 miles. This included new carpets throughout and a full retrim in 2009, costing £8,800. The cherished registration will come with the motorcar.
This Silver Dawn has an extensive service history, with an engine and electrics in good condition that bear this out. It “simply glides along as it would have done in 1954,” says the vendor. They describe the bodywork, paintwork and interior as being in good condition too, reporting just minor blistering to the rear offside wing. Backing all this up is a detailed condition report by Classic Assessments, carried out in April 2024. It concludes ‘PGH 2’ is in “sound and presentable order” with a “very nice and not ‘over’ restored” interior.
The Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn was the firm’s first car to combine factory-built bodywork with a factory chassis. It was produced at the Crewe works between 1949 and 1955, following Rolls-Royce motor cars’ move there from Derby in 1946. Reflecting the post-war export drive, the first cars were all left-hand drive, and it took a full four years for the Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn to be available in the UK market. It shared much with the Bentley Mark VI and later Bentley R Type, and the straight six engine was upgraded from 4.2-litres to 4.6-litres in 1951. With a price of £4704 back in 1954, it was more than ten times the price of the average family saloon at the time.
In summary:
· 'Unique' coachwork by James Young
· Retains it's original registration number (non-transferable), fascinating set of period documentation, history and photographs
· A 2024 Classic Assessments report is included
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - PGH 2
Chassis No. - S0G42
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 79,998
This graceful 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn, we are told, 'unique': a one-off in green over silver, with a maroon leather interior, that was crafted by famed Rolls-Royce coachbuilder James Young. ‘PGH 2’ wears chassis number SOG42 and engine number S-21-G, and was first registered to a Mr. Hyman Gerstler of London. Over the years, a fascinating set of period documentation, history and photographs has been gathered with the car, which really helps build its provenance. The vendor acquired the car in 2001 and has reportedly spent considerable time and money on the upkeep of this stunning vehicle, which has an odometer reading 29,750 miles. This included new carpets throughout and a full retrim in 2009, costing £8,800. The cherished registration will come with the motorcar.
This Silver Dawn has an extensive service history, with an engine and electrics in good condition that bear this out. It “simply glides along as it would have done in 1954,” says the vendor. They describe the bodywork, paintwork and interior as being in good condition too, reporting just minor blistering to the rear offside wing. Backing all this up is a detailed condition report by Classic Assessments, carried out in April 2024. It concludes ‘PGH 2’ is in “sound and presentable order” with a “very nice and not ‘over’ restored” interior.
The Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn was the firm’s first car to combine factory-built bodywork with a factory chassis. It was produced at the Crewe works between 1949 and 1955, following Rolls-Royce motor cars’ move there from Derby in 1946. Reflecting the post-war export drive, the first cars were all left-hand drive, and it took a full four years for the Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn to be available in the UK market. It shared much with the Bentley Mark VI and later Bentley R Type, and the straight six engine was upgraded from 4.2-litres to 4.6-litres in 1951. With a price of £4704 back in 1954, it was more than ten times the price of the average family saloon at the time.
In summary:
· 'Unique' coachwork by James Young
· Retains it's original registration number (non-transferable), fascinating set of period documentation, history and photographs
· A 2024 Classic Assessments report is included
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car Auction, 28th Jul, 2024
This auction of classic, performance and supercars took place on the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup weekend.
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