1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III - For Sale with Adam Sykes & Co.

Chassis number – SFU 561 Rolls-Royce launched the Silver Cloud in April 1955 and it was the company’s core model range for the next 11 years. For the final iteration, the Silver Cloud III the exterior dimensions were subtly altered, the interior remodelled and the weight reduced by some 220lbs. Engine improvements included replacing the SU carburettors with examples and raising the compression ratio to 9:1. The resulting extra performance allowed the 0-60mph dash to be completed in just 10.1 seconds and a mean top speed of . The obvious visual change was the adoption of four headlamps. Less noticeable were the slightly increased slope of the bonnet and the shorter (by 1.5 inches) radiator grille. This UK-supplied example was manufactured in 1964 and was UK-registered in May of that year, sold through Dex Autos Ltd of Hartlepool to an E. Ord Esq. of The Hartlepool Trading Company Ltd. Originally finished in striking Sable over Sand, the car was specified from new with e