Bryn Mawr, PA | USA
$71,995
/ USDDescription
1951 Rolls Royce Silver Wraith 5 Passenger Touring Limousine with electric division, chassis WOF-26, coachwork by H.J. Mulliner. Engine W-25-F, Body 5321, Design 7249, 4,566 cc 6 cyl., one of 75 built, Earl's Court show car, 82,000 miles, RHD, SWB, manual transmission on floor, no power steering, mechanically recommissioned aprox. 11 years ago at a cost of aprox. $35,000 by RR specialist The Frawley Company, receipts available and put on aprox. 4,000 miles since. Has been very reliable. Carburet...
Our Take:
- Coachbuilt Elegance: This 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith boasts a custom body by H.J. Mulliner, a renowned coachbuilder known for exquisite craftsmanship. Given that only 75 were built, each car was somewhat unique—truly a testament to bespoke luxury in the automotive world.
- Earl’s Court Show Car: This particular Silver Wraith was an Earl’s Court show car, making it a piece of automotive history. These show cars were often equipped with the most sought-after features of the era, serving as a showcase of Rolls-Royce's commitment to innovation and luxury.
- Mechanically Recommissioned: With approximately $35,000 spent on its mechanical recommissioning by The Frawley Company, this car has been well-cared for—just like you’d nurture an old English garden. It's mechanical health is as robust as a tea-time chat and has been reliably driven for about 4,000 miles since.
- Original Details and Documentation: It includes original tools, manuals, and even the British number plates, like a time capsule from the early '50s. The availability of build sheets from the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts' Club (RREC) adds substantial provenance, turning it into a rolling piece of art with a documented past.
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