What's The BEST Rolls-Royce and Bentley? Silver Shadow? Silver Spirit? Corniche? Silver Cloud?

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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!
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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

Пікірлер: 80

@mikelewis8037 Ай бұрын

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.

@michaelbacon561 Ай бұрын

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!

@nigelbond4056 Ай бұрын

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.

@josephwhyman9515 Ай бұрын

One must not keep their hands in their pockets in front of a fleet of vintage Rolls Royces! 😂😂 Lovely selection of cars.

@TheVintageApplianceEmporium Ай бұрын

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! 🥰

@jjefferyworboys8138 Ай бұрын

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 !

@rob5944 Ай бұрын

Never been a lover of there, but my taste is changing with age, the 71 maroon one I reckon.

@jjefferyworboys8138 Ай бұрын

Whatever model you choose, always buy the best you can afford.

@1cut1 Ай бұрын

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

@kennethtalbott2233 13 күн бұрын

in the words of Arthur Daley, i think i'll stick with the Maxi then....

@546268 Ай бұрын

The definition of optimism: someone who thinks they can just about afford a rolls!

@kennixox262 Ай бұрын

Owning a Rolls Royce is more than the purchase price. The cost of maintenance, insurance and taxes never ends.

@user-xf2dn2oi2d Ай бұрын

It's all in the look's Corniche or shadow one flared arch are the nicest

@felawes 17 күн бұрын

The best car I've ever owned is the Bentley Turbo R. Better than my Astons or Bristols. But I have to say the Bentley Corniche is pretty special. Also a late Silver Shadow II in the right colour with a 75 Paris number plate, Sundym glass, and yellow headlights is epic.

@terrymurphy2637 Ай бұрын

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.

@user-xf2dn2oi2d Ай бұрын

Shadow one flared arch or 75 corniche Are the nicest looking inside and out

@phillipevans9414 Ай бұрын

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!

@stephenberry8658 Ай бұрын

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...

@adebrade172 Ай бұрын

Corniche without a shadow of a doubt, pardon the pun

@1cut1 Ай бұрын

@tomcat7525 Ай бұрын

The Corniche is almost a grand tourer, love to own one with updated mechanicals.

@philippegallagher4352 Ай бұрын

The silver cloudiii is the silver cloud iii is simply sublime

@geoffk777 20 күн бұрын

Bentley Continental S2 or RR Silver Cloud 2 for looks and presence. Bentley Continental R ot Continental T as a daily driver. The Continental S1 or RR Silver Cloud I are just as imposing, but the 6-cylinder motor and lack of power steerig makes it much worse drive than the S2. The S3 is a fine car as well, but I prefer the single headlights on the older cars.

@rogerkleemann1691 Ай бұрын

From Australia. Cloud ... majestic ... Shadow I I ... heavenly ... both exquisite.

@aarons3695 Ай бұрын

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.

@christianmahne Ай бұрын

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.

@johntamlyn6383 Ай бұрын

I enjoyed it, told me a few things I didn’t know. May I take the Corniche please?

@dannygeuens8570 5 күн бұрын

I like the silver shadow 1, but i like the spirit of extasy in Chrome

@dickieblench5001 Ай бұрын

Quality

@saxonuk14 Ай бұрын

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).

@railmaster.7752 Ай бұрын

The Cloud 3 have twins head lights in order to smooth out the leap in visual impact between the Cloud and the Silver Shadow that came after it.

Ай бұрын

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!

@robertharris7027 Ай бұрын

For me please the Bentley Corniche Coupé, a Bentley S2 Continental 2 Door Saloon and a Bentley T2 Saloon. I don't need more.

@gro9465 Ай бұрын

The perfection for a three car garage.

@walterplant2957 Ай бұрын

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

@kennixox262 Ай бұрын

What model did Steve McQueen drive in "The Thomas Crown Affair"? A nice two door model - black.

@garrywilson4436 Ай бұрын

The Camargue could have been included, but was a financial failure and not received by customers

@gordonsimpson3235 Ай бұрын

Bentley Corniche/MPW, rare and beautiful. A hugely expensive car at the time.

@alexandrecouture2462 Ай бұрын

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.

@kennethtalbott2233 13 күн бұрын

probably the reason i have too many Jags.

@lewis72 Ай бұрын

It's only right that the Toaster Enthusiasts' Club should be held at the Rolls-Royce site.

@johanslabbert2869 Ай бұрын

Definitely the Silver Shadow II

@siraff4461 Ай бұрын

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?

@jjefferyworboys8138 Ай бұрын

Life is short, treat yourself.

@nigel.w Ай бұрын

Bentley S1 for me.

@Sweetwater20120 Ай бұрын

For me it’s the Chinese Eye

@patrickdeehan3893 Ай бұрын

Sliver Shadow 1

@jjefferyworboys8138 Ай бұрын

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 !

@fayssalk Ай бұрын

Continental R????

@wayneoriordan6749 Ай бұрын

Cloud 3 is the one for me

@Bod8998 Ай бұрын

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?

@jjefferyworboys8138 Ай бұрын

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.

@alandobson8697 Ай бұрын

The Cloud is beautiful, the Shadow is okay, but the Spirit is a chunky Granada.

@gro9465 Ай бұрын

I concur.

@johanbjork1650 Ай бұрын

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.

@markhooper1352 Ай бұрын

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!

@johanbjork1650 Ай бұрын

@@markhooper1352 Thanks. Good to hear I'm not the only Driver a Roller before you die bloke out there.🙂

@paulie-Gualtieri. Ай бұрын

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.

@user-fz8ep5ey4v Ай бұрын

Funny you’re talking to Paul because you’re in Paulerspury .

@railmaster.7752 Ай бұрын

The Silver Cloud / S are the best.

@ivanfernyhough3851 Ай бұрын

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.

@ivanfernyhough3851 Ай бұрын

@@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.😂

@ivanfernyhough3851 Ай бұрын

@@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.

@porscha901 Ай бұрын

No phantom vi

@the1beard Ай бұрын

One engaged presenter the other looks totally disengaged almost bored .. makes for difficult viewing .. the hands-in-pocket body language is dreadful ..

@kennethtalbott2233 13 күн бұрын

yep, about as interesting as Leprosy.....

@giuliopedrali4794 Ай бұрын

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

@user-xf2dn2oi2d Ай бұрын

Never liked the spirit or Bentley version in any engine configuration

@user-xf2dn2oi2d Ай бұрын

The 75 corniche is the best one Pre 75 or post 75 no good 👎

@justinlinnane8043 Ай бұрын

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

@dmcars147 Ай бұрын

Funny, I was thinking the same thing! Loved the cars however.

@robinhughes8822 Ай бұрын

Why critise what do you want the grand tour ,you probably hate that as well ,it’s bloody u tube

@justinlinnane8043 Ай бұрын

@@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 !!

@johnmclaughlin8877 Ай бұрын

I was thinking the very same thing. The one that’s looks like Steve Jobs was obviously pissed about something!

@ebismusic8813 Ай бұрын

Yes very tetchy indeed

@dannygeuens8570 5 күн бұрын

Horse power?! Enough!!!.