Rare Bentley T2 RHD in turn-key condition from Park-Ward Motors
Vehicle Description
(866) 730-3007(866) 730-3007 Vehicle Original VIN : SBH035998
Bentley
T2
1978
Rare UK spec car
~ Presented as its “creator” intended ~
Beautifully presented in Willow Gold (metallic) with hand-painted dark-almost-black fine-lines to the waist rails and hubcap beauty rings. Interior finished in delectable and nicely patinaed beige Connolly hides.
The car is Right Hand Drive (“RHD”) and is the rare derivative of the Silver Shadow II – the Bentley T2 – where only some 1-in-10 were made.
This is a “Rest Of the World” (“ROW) specification T2 and, as such, is manufactured to true Rolls-Royce designs. It has the correct specification chrome and rubber bumpers and not the over-protruding “5 mile an hour” bumpers developed for American standards. Stand back and look at profile pictures of a ROW spec Silver Shadow/T and you will see it has better lines with a more “integrated” look.
The engine in the car is UK version higher compression (8:1 vs 7.3:1 for the US) and was designed and built without catalytic converters using regular silencers instead. So extra power is noticeable. And, without the plethora of anti-pollution “add-ons” (which did very little) this not only provides for better fuel economy but less maintenance cost. The gas tank is located as per earlier Shadows/Ts with the filler cap on the right rear quarter panel as opposed to the left rear “C” pillar for all US-spec cars. Subtle differences include the plush Ambla head-liner, dash padding and finer chrome and trimmings throughout the interior, as well as the exterior (headlight brushes), which were not available on American cars.
Being an ROW car, it has a front air-dam (spoiler) fitted with Lucas fog lamps and covers in the front and rear red fog-lamps to the rear, with the number plate mounted below the front bumper and not on it. These are all unique to non-US specification cars.
The car was originally delivered by Jack Barclays in London. Some time within the first 15 years it was transported to the US for private use.
This car came to us from an excellent source; JE Robison Rolls-Royce of Massachusetts who have been servicing her for the previous caretaker for the last 5+ years. As you would expect from the reputation of John Robison, she is in top mechanical and operational condition.
The body is straight with the paint presenting very nicely. Much of the paint is original and shows small blemishes and marks with minor buff-through marks in various places, but I am a firm believer, originality outweighs perfection. When we received the car, we repaired a scrape in the left rear quarter and attended to some paint repair on the left front wing (fender) and a section near the antennae. The rest, again, appears to be all original which is very hard to find as most Shadows and Ts have been repainted by this time. Especially metallic paints, so this gives some testament how well she was looked after (indoor garaged). The colour "Willow Gold" is a beautiful, slightly greenish tinged light gold that presents very much as you would expect its namesake – a Willow tree – to look in early autumn showing gorgeous pale golden hues. Very stunning and not often seen in the US market.
The interior is in amazing patinaed condition. At this point, let me say, if you do not like or understand good old-world patina, then this would be the time to move one. The leather in this T2 carries all the charm of an antique chesterfield couch. If you like brand new single coloured leather, like you would find in a brand new Lexus, then this car is not for you. Maybe the Lexus is.
The leather has lovely grains and creases to every bit of the tradition one expects of Connolly Vaumol hides. I’m sure every crease and grain-line tells a story. There are no rips, tears or fading, just the normal crease lines on the seats which occur naturally with high quality Connolly hide leather. Beyond the patina, if you look at some of the close-up pictures of the interior, you can better understand the nature of Vaumol hides. The colour is not just plain beige, but with a “burnished” tone to the leather. You can see the cream base and then in the fine natural grain and pores of the leather is a darker tone. This natural “antique” leather look was achieved by the hand rubbing Vaumol Connollising technique that made this leather so famous. Leather that has been re-dyed by typical methods is “mono-toned” featuring only the 1 primary colour. As such, it lacks depth and richness that unrestored Connolly hide has to offer.
The burr walnut wood throughout the car is stunning. They were redone at some point and are in top near-new condition. The colour is deep, the grain rich and the finish smooth. With the added bonus of a gift from Mother Nature, the burl walnut grain is very detailed presenting with an intricate and rich grain. Absolutely stunning! Carpets are clean and in good condition. A beautiful brand-new set of genuine Rolls-Royce lambswool rugs adorn the floors.
On ROW spec cars, the headliner was never broadcloth wool but a nicer finish using “Ambla” (a high-end vinyl or leatherette material). The beauty of Ambla headliner is that it looks like leather and remains as-new its whole life. This one is just that; as new. The dash top and forward roll are the same for ROW spec cars and also finished in black to minimize glass reflection.
All items, functions and features are working as they should with the heater nice and warm and the A/C blowing icy cold.
JE Robison has maintained the car and as such, all presents in excellent condition. Mechanically, she is in good shape. We have carried out our inspections to include pressure testing the hydraulics, bleeding the brakes and ensuring all is working correctly. Various integral parts of the system have been overhauled as required with new hoses fitted. The car stops surely and firmly. The ride of this car is considerably better than an average example without any of the typical rattles, thumps or knocks often experienced on these models. Clearly, a well-maintained vehicle. The engine is very smooth and the higher compression 8:1 engine with the lack of anti-pollution “add-ons” is evidenced by a noticeable increase in power compared to US specification cars. Mileage is not verifiable. In reality, she looks like a car that has travelled half the distance.
As expected, all anciliaries come with the car; jack, tools, and handbook.
*Please note: Because of the non-catalytic specifications of this T2, she will is not suitable for registration in California.
~~ This is beautiful condition Bentley T2 and a hard to find “pure” example of the marque given its UK delivery. Notwithstanding its exceptional condition, it remains sensibly priced. ~~
International bidders are always welcome
For extra photos on this fine example go to the link below.The photographs are of super high resolution so if you right click on any, you can zoom in and see every little detail and defect in considerable detail.
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A note from RRMOTORSINC:
For those Rolls-Royce enthusiasts who have followed my auctions in the past I welcome you all. For those who are new to my adverts and/or the marque, please note that as a serious collector of some 30 years, all my cars are truly described examples. I have my own private Rolls-Royce workshop (not open to the public but dedicated to my own cars and fellow RR entusiasts) with trained Rolls-Royce craftsmen who are proficient in all aspects. As a team, we are dedicated to the preservation of the marque and as such, any car that leaves the stable is completely inspected and work-shopped to ensure mechanical and operational items are maintained appropriately. We adopt a “keep it original” mentality with pride and confidence, offering after sales technical support and assistance well beyond the sale. Because most of my cars are offered for the pleasures of driving enjoyment it is not always possible or practical to seek perfection (in the true sense of the word) but we do always uphold excellence in whatever we do. Our cars are by no means cheap priced cars but we like to think they are amongst the best. To this end, I firmly believe in the famous adage; “Quality is remembered long after the price is forgotten.”We hope you do too.”
**PLEASE read auction terms and conditions below BEFORE bidding.**~~ Important note: the $2,000 deposit is due within 24 hours.If not paid, or if no contact is received within that period, we reserve the right to offer the car to any other party.~~~~oo00oo~~
This Rolls-Royce is part of a private collection of the Park-Ward Motors Museum. Although licensed and bonded, I am not a main-stream retail car dealer or broker; I am a professional car collector of some 45 years with considerable experience and knowledge of Rolls-Royce and Bentley Motor Cars. I have a long standing reputation being associated with the marque which I take seriously. I take pride in my cars and have fun in collecting and restoring them. However, auctions are not a game so when you place a bid or offer, and you are the winning bidder, please understand you have entered a binding contract. You cannot bid and win the auction and expect not to meet the terms and conditions. Bidding and/or winning does not mean you are expecting me to “hold” the car until you have the opportunity to inspect it. Any inspection contemplated must be undertaken BEFORE you bid or make an offer and I openly welcome any potential buyer to come and personally inspect the car. Please note, however, we do NOT allow 3rd party inspectors because history has sadly proven, they are not worth their weight in salt. Do not waste your time nor money - come yourself and we will go over the car in detail with you. Once you bid or make an offer, you are doing so to buy WITHOUT conditions. Your bid can not be subject to anything. A $2000.00 deposit (non-refundable) is required within 24 hours of the close of the auction and payable by PayPal. The balance of funds are required within 7 days of the close of the auction and must be provided by cashier’s check or bank wire (unless, and only, if agreed otherwise in writing). I cannot accept PayPal for the balance unless you are willing to meet the cost of transfer fees or you are happy to pay via "pay a friend". Full payment must be made (and payments cleared) before the title and/or the vehicle is released. All payments are non-refundable. Payments as described above form an important part of this purchase contract and so, if all the funds are not received as outlined above, I reserve the right to terminate the transaction without notice. If there has been any deposit or other part payments received and I elect to terminate the contract and/or if you fail to complete the transaction, I reserve the right to keep any such deposits or payments and resell the vehicle to another bidder or interested party or re-list the vehicle at any time. To be clear, if you change your mind for ANY reason and do not complete the transaction in the time-frame required, you will forfeit your deposit and any other monies paid. And, to make it very clear, paying by credit card, if so accepted, does not mean you can unilaterally elect to seek a refund from your credit card provider and/or lender. I am happy to assist with shipping arrangements on a national and worldwide basis but the winning bidder takes full responsibility for pickup and/or shipping and at his cost.As a collector and experienced restorer of the marque, I make every effort to bring my cars to a high standard, both before and after the sale. By comparison, my cars are generally far superior to others available but they are by no means perfect. You must expect some issues. Unless specifically stated, the car is not of show standard but of nice "driver" condition. Please understand, show cars of this model cost hundreds of thousands of dollars to achieve and sell for prices commensurate, so the sale price of this car reflects its relative condition. You are buying "condition" accordingly. Buyers should not expect to receive concours quality or "perfect" cars at these prices. Please also understand, the very nature of these classic Rolls-Royces is such that it is not always possible to attend to every item, or perhaps I may have inadvertently overlooked items. Further, and very importantly, these cars are classic cars also because they are old. So this means if a car is 50 years old, then it is predominantly comprised of 50 year old parts. And old parts will fail. All buyers must understand and expect that things can or will wear out, break and/or stop functioning without notice, even if we have inspected it. This is even more likely with hand-built English cars of early technology when compared to the typical American car of the same vintage. Please note, fitted radio/stereo systems are usually subject to upgrade by purchasers so I do not ensure operation of these. Similarly, cruise control systems fitted to these classics were of an inferior design and I do not check or warrant the operation of these. Suspension and brakes on these cars are complex. We thoroughly check them and replace things that are identified faulty. But please understand, by example; if we refurbish or replace a brake caliper because it appears aged or faulty, we do NOT at the same time refurbish or place all other brake calipers because they are of similar age. This is considered "preventative maintenance". We do not do this unless specifically requested and is not included in the purchase price. Feel free to ask for this additional service. Further, a feature or function that is working perfectly one moment, may decide to play-up the next. After all, it is several decades old. This is the nature of any classic car and especially a Rolls-Royce which was very "complicated" for its era. For this reason it is necessary for the following condition:The vehicle is being sold "as-is/where-is" with no warranty expressed, written or implied. Any descriptions or representations are made with reasonable judgment and all efforts are made to ensure fair assessment and accuracy but they are for descriptive and identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. The seller shall not be responsible for errors in description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein and makes no warranty in connection therewith. If any aspect of the description contradicts what can be seen in the photos, then the photos shall prevail as the reference point. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, unforeseen imperfection, defect or damage. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have satisfied himself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects at the buyer’s request prior to the close of the auction. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any written or oral statements about the vehicle.Being a classic car in excess of 10 years of age, in mostUSstates, the mileage may be recorded as “exempt”. In this regard the seller makes no warranties as to the accuracy of the mileage indicated or shown and accepts no responsibility for any discrepancy with independent reports such as Carfax, AutoCheck, etc.In this regard the seller makes no warranties as to the accuracy of the mileage indicated or shown. I can hold the vehicle up to 30 days while you arrange shipping but you must immediately insure it. I will not bear any responsibility for any additional costs including storage, transportation, or repair after the close of the auction. Whereas I am happy to store the car in excess of 30 days from auction end, a cost of $35 per day shall apply beyond 30 days of auction end. Also, you must remember that this is a classic +40 year old vehicle, and while it is up to you, I do not recommend that you just “hop in and drive it across the country”until you have familiarised yourself with the car. At least, I have never done that. I have always professionally transported the cars in enclosed carriers from where I bought them to my home.PLEASE; IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ABIDE BY THESE TERMS, CONTACT ME BEFORE YOU CONTEMPLATE DOING SO AS, RESPECTFULLY, THERE CAN BE NO EXCEPTIONS.Finally, the advertised or "Buy it Now" price is a price whereby we are committed to do repair work on the car if we see something "not right". This may occur after the sale and before delivery. It is our commitment to excellence. So, to be clear, if the agreed selling price is less than 85% of the initial asking price, then the sale is considered a wholesale "as-is" sale. To put it simply, and to be fair, a buyer cannot expect to buy "cheap" and get all the benefits otherwise associated with a retail value type sale.I am sorry if these terms seem harsh but there seem to be some very unrealistic buyers out there - fortunately, only few of these people exist but those that do can make life difficult, so it appears EVERYTHING needs to spelled out. Very simply put, this is an old car being offered for sale. It is not new and is subject to the perils of age. Further, Rolls-Royces are not without nuances, idiosyncrasies and they are renown for a host of design issues which can make them not inexpensive to maintain. This is well documented in many circles. You need to be a special and considerate type of purchaser to ownaRolls-Royce. Their down-side is part of the fun in owning them! As the old saying goes; "we love to hate them and hate to love them!" So, please respect the terms and conditions when you bid.
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