Lot 057: 1939 ROLLS-ROYCE WRAITH LIMOUSINE

Finished in black over white with black leather (front) and beige cloth (rear) upholstery, this particular example is variously described by the vendor as being in "original" (paintwork), "partially re-wired" (electrical equipment), "good" (4.3 litre engine, four-speed manual gearbox, chassis, wheels / tyres) or "very good" (interior trim) condition. However, he considers that the bodywork would benefit from some "slight attention". Part of a small private collection, 'FXV 702' wears handsome limousine coachwork by Park Ward. Apparently first registered on August 22nd 1939, it is said to have appeared "on film and TV ('Take the High Road')". Stated to be "a reliable car for weddings", this rare and imposing Rolls-Royce is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until August 22nd 2007 and historic class (free) road tax until April 30th 2007.