1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II Long Wheelbase With Division

This 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II Long Wheelbase Saloon with Division is a left-hand drive US delivered example that was very well optioned with air conditioning and electric windows. Chassis LLCA18 has benefitted from an older repaint, beautiful and correct new leather interior and a major mechanical servicing. This example would be welcomed in most regional concours events, RROC tours and events where presence and refinement matter more than pace.
Chassis LLCA18 was ordered new through Rolls-Royces American distribution network by Howard Johnsons Inc., the legendary hotel and restaurant chain, with delivery to it's Rockefeller Center headquarters in December 1960 as a 1961 model year car. One of only 258 Silver Cloud II long-wheelbase saloons built over its three-year model run, this Rolls-Royce was specified left-hand drive for the U.S. market and originally finished in Masons Black over grey leather. Ownership history traces the Silver Cloud II through prominent corporate and private custodians throughout the United States including Forbes, Inc., with mileage now showing 26,316 on the five-digit odometer. The present owner acquired this Rolls-Royce in 2022 and performed a major mechanical service including a complete tune-up, rebuilding the braking systems and servo, radiator service, new hoses, new water pump, new Coker white wall radial tires and air conditioning service.
The exterior of the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II is finished in Cream over Caramel two tone and presents with a nice shine and gloss as well as consistent panel fit. Twin Tan pinstripes complement the livery and accentuate the gorgeous lines of the Rolls. The chrome and stainless-steel trim present well overall, including the Spirit of Ecstasy mascot, with expected fine scratches in high-contact areas. Newly painted wheels wear five new correct width whitewall radial tires and the proper painted wheelcovers, adding period-correct visual balance and reinforcing the cars stately road presence.
The interior of LLCA18 reflects the ultimate in British luxury with its fine tan wool, tan leather and gorgeous burl walnut finishes. The interior features a beautiful newer tan leather throughout with matching light brown Wilton wool carpeting showing little to no wear. Hand-finished burled walnut trim spans the dashboard, window surrounds, and rear compartment cabinetry, displaying a beautiful mild gloss finish. The electric glass division window works well, and the original factory rear boot air conditioning system has been fully serviced and blows cold. The etched glass lighting, folding picnic tables, mirrored vanities and folding armrest complete the sense of luxury for the rear passengers.
The engine compartment has been detailed and presents well. The venerable Silver Cloud IIs 6,223cc OHV aluminum V8, paired with twin SU carburetors and a four-speed automatic transmission is both powerful and reliable. Since 2022, chassis LLCA18 has been fully mechanically sorted and recommissioned, transforming the Rolls-Royce from into a dependable driver suitable for shows and light touring. Included with the sale are copies of build records, service records, a clean Arizona title, select tools, and the wheel-mounted spare stored in the trunk.
For more information and details, please call or text Kendi Brown at 1.623.404.9042 or email us at sales@classicpromenade.com . This 1961 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II Long Wheelbase Saloon with Division is available for inspection at our showroom in Phoenix. We are pleased to offer FaceTime or WhatsApp live video inspections, and we help coordinate shipping worldwide. We also have financing partners if you are interested in financing.