What's The BEST Rolls-Royce and Bentley? Silver Shadow? Silver Spirit? Corniche? Silver Cloud?
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- Опубліковано 30 чер 2024
- Join us as we take a luxurious journey back in time to the Crewe era, where Rolls-Royce and Bentley crafted some of the most iconic vehicles in automotive history. In this video, we’ll compare the elegance and engineering prowess of Rolls-Royce with the performance-oriented yet equally opulent Bentley models produced at the renowned Crewe factory. From the refined Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow to the sporty Bentley Eight, we delve into the design philosophies, performance characteristics, and the shared yet distinct heritage of these two legendary British marques. This comparison will showcase why Rolls-Royce and Bentley remain symbols of luxury and prestige. Buckle up for an unforgettable ride through automotive excellence!
Thank you to The Rolls-Royce and Bentley Enthusiast Club for providing the vehicles featured in this video: rrec.org.uk/
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Chapters:
Intro: 00:00
Bentley Eight: 00:31
Bentley Corniche: 01:44
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III: 03:20
Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II: 04:58
Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow I: 06:56
Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II: 08:05
Verdicts: 09:41
Outro: 11:16 - Авто та транспорт
I took delivery of a new 1978 Shadow II age 24 for London delivery tax free to take home to Australia after 15 months savings 92% import and sales tax. .
Youth hostelled across Europe in it for 5 months.
The SSII was quite a fun drive with rack and pinion steering, Citroen derived suspension and good handling.
Huge fun punting it along intermediate roads in UK and Europe...
It did suffer from quite a few bugs, typical of British cars from the late 70's... Including a "Failure to Proceed" 6 weeks old near Stonehenge...
I owned a '62 Silver Cloud, a '96 Silver Spur, an '88 Bentley eight, and currently an '89 Turbo R. Believe it or not, the Bentley 8 was the best driver of them all.
That Shadow II is truly beautiful. One of my dream cars having ridden in the back of one as a child many times. I absolutely love it.
I've always considered the Silver Cloud as the quintessential Rolls Royce; it has such an aura and great presence. I often dream of the chance to be driven in one while luxuriating in that wonderful rear seat!
For me it's the Silver Spirit II although if I were rich / mad I'd go for a III or IV. I mean, just look at them! 🥰
A Spirit 111 is still very affordable, a decent low mileage example is under £20k. What you do need however is a garage large enough to keep it in. Treat yourself !
The silver cloudiii is the silver cloud iii is simply sublime
From Australia.
Cloud ... majestic ... Shadow I I ... heavenly ... both exquisite.
One must not keep their hands in their pockets in front of a fleet of vintage Rolls Royces! 😂😂
Lovely selection of cars.
Whatever model you choose, always buy the best you can afford.
I got my RR SS1 1969 from Auction for under £6k (I had £10k to spend). So far I have been going through the systems doing most of the work myself. The exhaust was £1200 new stainless. Water system £1000. Tyres white wall
I got my RR SS1 1969 from Auction for under £6k (I had £10k to spend). So far I have been going through the systems doing most of the work myself. The exhaust was £1200 new stainless. Water system £1000. Tyres white wall
Between the two of you, I think you've got about spot on - both cars are icons, and I'd happily have either one, though back in the real world, with my own money, I'd be looking at a mid/late '90's Turbo R or Brooklands, for their everyday usability and more modern conveniences (one day I will). Thanks, always enjoy your video's. Cheers!
The definition of optimism: someone who thinks they can just about afford a rolls!
Owning a Rolls Royce is more than the purchase price. The cost of maintenance, insurance and taxes never ends.
It's all in the look's
Corniche or shadow one flared arch are the nicest
I like the Camargue. Never did when they came out, but now they sort of still look futuristic. I saw one that had been updated with 18" wheels, Turbo R engine etc and it really looked good. However, if I was to buy one, I'd probably want a Turbo RT (and then buy a Turbo R because of the price difference).
Shadow one flared arch or 75 corniche
Are the nicest looking inside and out
I love my Turbo RT and drive it all year round. Would you guys be able to do a RR&B peak Convertible showdown. I'll probably never be able to afford one, but I don't know this niche well enough to even know the different models to choose from.
Never been a lover of there, but my taste is changing with age, the 71 maroon one I reckon.
I have a 1958 Cloud owned since 1984 & a 1989 Turbo RL for 5 years. I think easiest to maintain & most reliable post war cars.
The Corniche is almost a grand tourer, love to own one with updated mechanicals.
Crewe built Rolls-Royce and Bentley cars, based on the method of running improvements being incorporated during the course of production results in certain batches of cars that stand out as being "better." Here in the US the Crewe built car that is just right is the 50,000 series Mulliner Park Ward Corniche and Camargues built from late 1979 through 1980. These have the new improved mineral oil hydraulics along with the older more reliable and powerful carburetors instead of the sometimes troublesome, less powerful, slower fuel injection. The exhaust note on the carbs is just a touch more throaty and sounds like a big V8 should. This is also the end of the line for the fixed head Corniche, which is especially attractive without the eventual convertible top repairs. These 49 state cars do not meet California smog laws. A California car has fuel injection and the suffix "C" at the end of the chassis number.
In some images, a R-Type or Mk VI is visible, but you don’t present it? Why? I used to have ALL of those models, you speak about and I came back to the BEST and have an R-Type from 1953 and a Mk VI by Mulliner from 1951! They are the best, the last manuals and all of them had a huge sliding roof, which makes them the most comfortable in summer, plus: they are under 5 meters long, very practical though and even in terms of reliability THE BEST!
I enjoyed it, told me a few things I didn’t know. May I take the Corniche please?
What model did Steve McQueen drive in "The Thomas Crown Affair"? A nice two door model - black.
Quality
For me please the Bentley Corniche Coupé, a Bentley S2 Continental 2 Door Saloon and a Bentley T2 Saloon. I don't need more.
The perfection for a three car garage.
Bentley Corniche/MPW, rare and beautiful. A hugely expensive car at the time.
We had a Bentley Eight and then moved onto a Continental R which to my mind is the last pure Crewe car ; level of finish much higher than the four door cars being coach built
Having said that we also have a 2008 Arnage which to my mind is just about the end of legacy Crewe . Beyond that and it’s really more VW group than Crewe heritage.
I have always loved the Shadow and Cloud , and for me the Arnage is a much more modern expression of those cars . You can see the styling cues but have 450 hp , and a much stiffer chassis
The Cloud is beautiful, the Shadow is okay, but the Spirit is a chunky Granada.
I concur.
Corniche without a shadow of a doubt, pardon the pun
😂😅 Good choice. Spend 50 thousands dollars 💵 plus to make it road worthy. While you could buy a new Toyota Corolla with a two ✌ year warranty for half price !a 😅😂
The Camargue could have been included, but was a financial failure and not received by customers
Cloud 3 is the one for me
It's only right that the Toaster Enthusiasts' Club should be held at the Rolls-Royce site.
Definitely the Silver Shadow II
Funny you’re talking to Paul because you’re in Paulerspury .
Bentley S1 for me.
For me it’s the Chinese Eye
It would be pretty easy to make an argument for any of these being the best. They all have some great attributes and certain things set each apart for one reason or another.
Every time you do a video on these things I keep asking myself why on Earth I haven't owned one yet.
Then I drive past a petrol station, cop a glance at the prices and remember.
I wonder what purists would think if I dropped a diesel into one?
Life is short, treat yourself.
Anyone who buys one of these cars buy them because they want a Rolls Royce.
My retirement is approaching and I have been looking at Silver Spirits/Bently 8s, but if anyone sees a Shadow 2 with Shadow 1 bumpers let me know.
Had to comment to you mate. My retirement in on the horizon too. I took the plunge and bought a late '76 Shadow, as I had to have the chrome bumpers. I also prefer the dash of the Shadow, but hey... had I come across a Shadow II that I could not resist, perhaps it would have been one of those. Good luck with your search!
@@markhooper1352 Thanks. Good to hear I'm not the only Driver a Roller before you die bloke out there.🙂
I think the best Rolls-Royce is a Jaguar XJ6 of the same era, by far! :) Better engineering in so many ways and no high pressure hydraulics.
Continental R????
It's strange how the equivalent Bentleys are cheaper than the Rolls-Royce versions their based on. Recently saw a beautiful 1997 Bentley Turbo R LWB in Mulberry Mica with 65k one owner car great condition for 12,500.
Sliver Shadow 1
😂😅 Go for it , they are everywhere parked and abandoned in most carparks or broken down on the side of the road. And worth very little money 💵. But cost a fortune to repair and restore !...
I think the guy from NZ has had too much of the amber nectar ! I doubt if more than a few hundred cars were ever exported there.
A good Shadow 1 or 11 is a joy to own. Whilst the Shadow 11 with rack and pinion steering drives better, it's federal style rubber bumpers aren't as popular as the earlier chrome bumpered cars. I have a 1975 Bentley T1 and my brother has a 1978 Shadow 2. Both are lovely cars and not expensive to own, it's our hobby !
@@jjefferyworboys8138 Yes its that guy from New Zealand again. While it true not many Rolls_Royce Silver Shadows were originally exported to N.Z when they were new. I very large number have come over here in recent years, across all models from the Shadows onwards !..
Shadow 1and 2 my era I'm UK best car in the world
I always wanted to know the s2 is better but in my opinion would look better with 1 bumper.could you even doing it?
A Shadow 11 with the advent of rack and pinion steering drives so much better, but many people dislike the federal style rubber bumpers, rather than the chrome on earlier cars. My brother has a Shadow 11 and I own a Bentley T1, both are lovely cars.The simple rule is always buy the best car you can afford.
No phantom vi
Cloud and shadow best looking,spirits my favorite but i am biased because i have one identical to the one shown.i really lije the seraph but the bmw engine and bits and pieces ruin it for me.
😂😅 Go on buy your worthless Silver Shadow for 50 cents and spend 50 thousands dollars 💵 plus to make it drivable !...🤭
@@alancrisp1582you some kind of ar hole or sommit.we dont do dollars over here.we all have favorites,whats yours then?oh and i aint never seen shadows littering the streets over hear in the uk.then again sommit thats as complex as a shadow is probably beyond the capabilites of the folks in your country.😂
@@alancrisp1582not sure why you had a dig at me for liking shadows but i actually have a spirit which is better than a shadow but just not as good looking.as for seeing them littering the sides of roads broken down,well thats just rubbish.oh and we dont do dollars over here.pounds and pence it is.
The Silver Spirit is the best, the most reliable, a brand in a brand, and for an Italian the best Rolls-Royce is this with yellow english numberplate, not this with an european or american numberplate
Never liked the spirit or Bentley version in any engine configuration
that was all a bit awkward !! did you two have a row just before you started filming ? zero chemistry betwen both of you in any case . and not very well filmed
Funny, I was thinking the same thing! Loved the cars however.
Why critise what do you want the grand tour ,you probably hate that as well ,it’s bloody u tube
@@robinhughes8822 because it might give them the kick up the arse they need to create a decent channel , this was poor and they should buck their ideas up !!
I was thinking the very same thing. The one that’s looks like Steve Jobs was obviously pissed about something!
Yes very tetchy indeed
The Silver Shadow in my opinion both marks 1 and 2 , are the single model that made old Rolls_Royces cheap. They made so many of them , over 32 thousands. I see them every where broken down abandoned in carparks and on the side of the road in most countries. Today almost worthless. The Rolls_Royce vehicles to collect are the much later models. Like the Silver Spirit mark IV and the silver Seraph. Very rare and highly collectable !..
One engaged presenter the other looks totally disengaged almost bored .. makes for difficult viewing .. the hands-in-pocket body language is dreadful ..
The 75 corniche is the best one
Pre 75 or post 75 no good 👎
😢 Where oh where is the real last Rolls_Royce ever made, engine aside. The Silver Seraph 1998 - 2002 ?. Very rare. But even much rearer the Silver Spirit mark IV. Standard wheelbase, only 144 ever built 1996 - 1997 .....
I saw a Seraph for sale either last of the run or almost last (I think it was on Car & Classic) with delivery mileage only . . . . OMG . . . absolutely straight out the factory condition.
Been in a private collection from new. . . . How much money did that guy have ha ha ha ha ha ha