A LUXURY classic car that was previously owned by Princess Diana's step mum has been listed for auction.
Boasting a V8 engine, traction control and a cream leather interior, the Silver Dawn marked the end of an era for craftsmanship.
Steeped in British heritage, the blue Silver Dawn was produced as a special edition of the Silver Spur III.
The interior offers a walnut and cream leather cabin with chrome details on the dashboard.
With the Rolls-Royce signature four-door monocoque bodyshell, one lucky bidder could be driving off in style.
The powerful 6750cc V8 engine has been paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and independent suspension.
It also offers adaptive ride control, power steering, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and white wall tyres.
With a remarkably low mileage of just 30,000, the Rolls-Royce has been finished in one of the most desirable colour combinations.
holds particular significance as one of the final long-wheelbase model Rolls-Royce built at Crewe.
Before the introduction of the Silver Seraph, which components, the Silver Dawn was up for grabs.
The Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit was the first model in the company's SZ series, produced at the factory from 1980 to 1997.
A longer-wheelbase version, The Silver Spur, remained in production from 1980 until 2000.
Originally released to US customers a year before the rest of the world, only 237 Silver Dawns were produced, with just 150 made in left-hand drive.
This is being auctioned off with Bonhams and the bidding is currently at £15,362.
“Coming with an impressive provenance as this car’s original owner was Countess Raine Spencer, perhaps better known to the world as Diana, Princess of Wales' stepmother,” the listing states.
“With a new Silver Dawn costing around £105,000 at the time, customer expectations were always high.
“As ever with of the era, the car could be ordered with practically limitless combinations of bespoke options.”;;
Whatever you ordered, you were assured the finest materials and the highest standards of craftsmanship.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished vehicle with an exceptional pedigree, combining both historical significance and timeless elegance.
