Barn Find Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II – Will It Start After Years? | With Rolls Specialist!

Описание: This time on Old Skull Garage, we uncover a true British luxury barn find — a 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II that's been neglected for years. Once a symbol of prestige and elegance, this forgotten beauty now sits quietly in a field, waiting for its second chance.

🛠️ My friend recently bought this classic Rolls-Royce and had it delivered straight to his land. I decided to take on the challenge and see if I could fire up the legendary V8 engine after years of sitting. Can the old girl still roar to life? You’ll have to watch and find out…

🚗 About the Car:

1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II

Classic V8 engine

Long-term barn find, off the road for years

Covered in dust, full of character — but worth saving!

🎥 In This Episode:

Full walkaround of the barn find Silver Shadow II

First attempt at starting the car after long-term storage

Expert opinion from Tom at NRT Motors in Corse Lawn, a specialist in Rolls-Royce and Bentley restoration

What to look out for when rescuing or buying a neglected Rolls

Hints at the potential restoration journey ahead

👨‍🔧 Special Guest:
Tom from NRT Motors, who you may remember from a previous Old Skull Garage episode. As a classic Rolls-Royce and Bentley expert, Tom gives his honest, no-nonsense take on the condition, issues, and future of this Silver Shadow.

📍 Filmed in two parts over different days – first the attempt to revive the engine, then the in-depth inspection and advice with Tom.

🔧 Will this grand old Rolls start again after all these years? Or is it beyond saving?
🎬 Hit play to find out!

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