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Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow for film & TV hire
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9 listings make up this Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow page, dating from 1969 to 1980; look at the individual years when building a selection for a dated location or character. Looking at the dates, 1970s, 1980s and 1960s have the most examples; the linked pages offer a broader period selection for background traffic and other arrivals. The entries most frequently appear in Classic, Luxury / Executive and Hearse, a useful starting point when you want to compare choices across different years, makes or visual references. The selection’s leading colours are blue/silver, white and blue/gold; use them for an initial comparison with the scene, then take a closer look at the individual vehicles.
The Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow was the Rolls-Royce of the late 1960s and 1970s, more modern and compact than the cars before it, and a familiar sight outside hotels, wedding venues and grand houses. It signals wealth and status without the pre-war formality of older Rolls-Royces, which makes it very useful for 1970s and 1980s settings.
On screen the Silver Shadow suits crime drama with wealthy villains, period comedy, chauffeur-driven arrivals, music videos about success and luxury commercials. Its long, straight lines photograph well from the side, and its upright grille is recognisable even in a crowded frame. Tell us the colour scheme, because two-tone paint can change the character of the car.
Practical notes: owners usually prefer careful, chauffeur-style driving, and any contact with the paintwork should be agreed in advance. Check access and turning space at the location, as the car is long. For more luxury cars, see the Rolls-Royce Phantom and luxury and executive cars.
When you brief us, tell us the moment: an arrival, a departure, a slow drive through a city or a car waiting outside a venue. Colour and condition change the feel, from an immaculate dark car for a powerful character to a slightly faded one for a story about fading fortunes. If the scene needs other cars of the same era, one brief can cover them all. We will send a shortlist with photos and notes on each car, and availability is confirmed with each owner for your dates. Long wheelbase versions offer more rear space for dialogue scenes, so mention it if the back seat matters.
1969 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
Blue and gold
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1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
SS mk1 · White and silver
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1973 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
Burgundy
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1973 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
Series 2 · Blue and silver
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1975 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
Saloon · White
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1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
Blue and silver
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1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
Silver and blue
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1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
2 · Silver
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1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
II · White
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Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow hire questions
- Is the Silver Shadow right for a 1970s scene?
- Yes, it was the Rolls-Royce of that era. Tell us the exact year and setting and we will match the car.
- Can the owner chauffeur the car on set?
- Many owners prefer to drive their own cars. Tell us the scene and we will confirm the options for each car.
- How much does it cost to hire a Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow?
- Every job is quoted individually. The price depends on the car, the number of days, how it is used, transport and drivers. Send a brief and we will confirm it on your quote.
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