Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith

Introduced in 1946, the Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith was the first major post-war model produced by Rolls-Royce, marking the company’s return to luxury automobile production. Maintaining its legacy of producing high-quality, bespoke vehicles, the Silver Wraith was predominantly supplied as a chassis to independent coachbuilders, allowing for custom bodywork. This model continued the pre-war practice of offering buyers extensive customization options through collaborations with renowned coachbuilders like H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward, and Hooper.

The Silver Wraith’s production faced challenges due to high demand for standard steel-bodied cars, which sometimes led to factory supply issues. This model was produced in relatively limited numbers, with a total production of 1,783 units from 1946 to 1958. The Silver Wraith offered significant advancements in engineering, including the transition from single to dual carburettors and the introduction of automatic transmissions in later models.

Total production: 1,783 units. Features Include: carburetors: Single in early models, dual in later models | Engine: Inline 6-cylinder | Cylinder Head: Cast iron for early models, switching to aluminium alloy in later models | Transmission: 4-speed manual initially, with automatic transmissions introduced in later years | Suspension: Independent front suspension with coil springs, rear semi-elliptic leaf springs | Brakes: Servo-assisted drum brakes | Wheelbase: Standard 3,225.8 mm (127 in), variations for coachbuilt bodies | Tyre Size: Varied based on coachbuilder specifications