23rd Nov, 2021 13:00
November 2021 Classics Auction
1967 Rolls-Royce Mulliner Park Ward
A very pretty two-door pre-Corniche believed to have been used by an ex general for state parades.
Registration - YHR 311E
Chassis No. - CRH3443
M.O.T. - June 2022
Odometer - 20,225
This pleasingly unmolested two-door saloon version of the Silver Shadow came off line in 1967 and is understood to have spent some time in the USA where, wearing the number plate ‘RR 11’, it apparently served as a general’s parade vehicle - the car still retains its related Ministry of Defence sticker. The black paintwork is complemented by red coachlines, nicely patinated red-piped black Connolly leather upholstery, burr walnut wood trim and red Wilton carpets. The vendor informs us that ‘YHR 311E’ ‘starts and drives beautifully with no knocks or funny noises, and that there are no issues with the automatic gearbox or braking system’. He does, however, volunteer that the paintwork would benefit from some attention in one or two areas and that the front windows occasionally ‘play up’. He is now offering this rare Rolls-Royce complete with a good set of Pirelli tyres, chrome badge bar, Optimus radio/CD player and a current MOT that’s valid into June of next year.
The two-door saloon derivative of the Silver Shadow was introduced in 1966. There were two different versions – one by James Young, of which only 35 Rolls-Royce-badged examples were produced, and the arguably more shapely Mulliner Park Ward (MPW) design of which 606 are understood to have been sold by 1971. At that point the derivative was relaunched as the Corniche, a name extracted from the Rolls-Royce archives. As you’d expect from a motorcar bearing the names of two of Britain’s finest coachbuilders, the MPW was the height of quality and luxury and priced accordingly.
In summary:
- A pleasingly unmolested example of a rare breed
- Currently indicating an unwarranted but credible 20,225 miles
- Served as a general’s parade car in the USA
'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 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + 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.
Estimated at £30,000 - £35,000Registration - YHR 311E
Chassis No. - CRH3443
M.O.T. - June 2022
Odometer - 20,225
This pleasingly unmolested two-door saloon version of the Silver Shadow came off line in 1967 and is understood to have spent some time in the USA where, wearing the number plate ‘RR 11’, it apparently served as a general’s parade vehicle - the car still retains its related Ministry of Defence sticker. The black paintwork is complemented by red coachlines, nicely patinated red-piped black Connolly leather upholstery, burr walnut wood trim and red Wilton carpets. The vendor informs us that ‘YHR 311E’ ‘starts and drives beautifully with no knocks or funny noises, and that there are no issues with the automatic gearbox or braking system’. He does, however, volunteer that the paintwork would benefit from some attention in one or two areas and that the front windows occasionally ‘play up’. He is now offering this rare Rolls-Royce complete with a good set of Pirelli tyres, chrome badge bar, Optimus radio/CD player and a current MOT that’s valid into June of next year.
The two-door saloon derivative of the Silver Shadow was introduced in 1966. There were two different versions – one by James Young, of which only 35 Rolls-Royce-badged examples were produced, and the arguably more shapely Mulliner Park Ward (MPW) design of which 606 are understood to have been sold by 1971. At that point the derivative was relaunched as the Corniche, a name extracted from the Rolls-Royce archives. As you’d expect from a motorcar bearing the names of two of Britain’s finest coachbuilders, the MPW was the height of quality and luxury and priced accordingly.
In summary:
- A pleasingly unmolested example of a rare breed
- Currently indicating an unwarranted but credible 20,225 miles
- Served as a general’s parade car in the USA
'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 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + 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: November 2021 Classics Auction, 23rd Nov, 2021
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take place in the Concorde Hangar at Manchester Airport's Runway Visitor Park.
We are delighted to be running this live event in the shadow of Concorde, without doubt the most iconic passenger aircraft in history.
Free parking for auction attendees.
As with all Hampson Auctions there will be a fantastic and varied mix of lots to reflect both the individual interests of collectors whatever stage of the collectors journey they are on.
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Viewing Days:
Monday 22nd November 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 23rd November 9am - 1pm
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