Name/Title
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud IIDescription
The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II was produced from 1959-1962. A total of 2,716 were made. It is equipped with a 6.2 liter V8, which was the first modern V8 engine, that produced 30% more horsepower than the preceding straight-six engine. Even though this car weighs 4,640 pounds, it can go from 0-60 mph in 10.9 seconds and had a top speed of 113 mph. Additionally, it has a four-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and a wheelbase of 123". Customers could also choose between a fixed head and drop head coupe version. Multiple color options were available, and even though the museum's Silver Cloud II appears to be black, it is actually a very dark green.
Our Museum's founder, George McEvoy, purchased this vehicle in England and reportedly drove it off the factory lot. Afterwards, it was shipped to the US.Motor Vehicle Type
AutomobileMake and Manufacture
Manufacturer
Rolls-RoyceModel
Silver Cloud IIManufacture Date
1962Total Produced
2716Motor Vehicle Details
Engine
Engine Position
Front-EngineBore/Stroke
Bore: 4 inches. Stroke: 3.6 inches.Horsepower
185Drivetrain
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel DriveBody
Body Style
SedanDoors
4Number of Passengers
5Top Speed
113 mphLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
SedanNomenclature Primary Object Term
AutomobileNomenclature Sub-Class
Motor VehiclesNomenclature Class
Land Transportation T&ENomenclature Category
Category 07: Distribution & Transportation Objects
