1998 ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER SERAPH

KEY FACTS

• A smart, low-mileage example of the lesser-seen luxury saloon, with an impressive service history.
• Under the bonnet is a 5.4-litre BMW V12, which is mated to a five-speed ZF automatic transmission and drives the rear wheels.
• In total, just 1,570 examples of the Silver Seraph were produced between 1998 and 2002, and fewer than 200 are currently registered in the UK.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This Silver Seraph was specified in the attractive hue of Peacock Blue, while the cabin is trimmed in smooth Barley leather accented by elegant wood trim and plush blue carpeting.
• As is to be expected, this late-90s Rolls-Royce is particularly well-equipped, and features an electric factory sunroof, dual-zone climate control, heated and electrically adjustable front seats with memory function, rear picnic tables, vanity mirrors and a built-in Motorola carphone.
• It rides on the correct set of 16-inch alloy wheels, which feature polished hubcaps with body-coloured accents, and are in great shape.
• The car will be accompanied by all of its original handbooks, its service book and a folder of invoices for its past maintenance.

CONDITION

• Believed to be entirely original, the Peacock Blue paintwork is in very good condition, with a few minor stone chips visible on the car’s nose, in line with its age and mileage.
• Inside, the opulent cabin presents particularly well, and while the carpets appear slightly loose and the leather covering the driver’s airbag is coming away from its backing, a skilled upholsterer would be able to correct these areas easily.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults, nor are there any warning lights showing on the dashboard.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 6 April 2021 at 31,317 miles, resulting in a first-time pass without a single warning or advisory.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Silver Seraph’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in June 2021 at 31,583 miles by marque specialist Royce Service and Engineering, who changed the engine oil and oil filter, as well as performing a general inspection of the car’s mechanical components.
• Prior to this, the car was serviced in July 2020 at 30,583 miles, and in February 2019 at 27,835 miles. An excellent service history prior to this is also on file.

SUMMARY

This Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is a fine example of the hand-built luxury car. Finished in an elegant colour combination and routinely maintained by marque specialists, this low-mileage Silver Seraph will make a handsome addition to any collection, and could make a smart chauffeur’s car or a luxurious weekend cruiser.

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