Welcome to what might be the final resting place of a few ‘90s classics.
Offered in a claimed 34 mpg four-cylinder version in addition to a variety of V6 and V8 powertrains, the boxy, angular styling and fuel-sipping mechanics were decidedly of the 1980s, with both the preceding and following Trans-Am models taking a curvy and smoothed design approach and featuring more powerful engines. Even so, GM claimed1984 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
I did say this garage would tell a story, didn't I? The further up you drive into the garage, the more luxury you will see. And thisis a prime example of the affluence that once existed on the outskirts of Bay Ridge. While I don't know the specifics of who owns this Silver Spur, decoding the VIN shows this unit was sold in the base trim with a 6.8L V8. Power is fed to the rear wheels by a General Motors Turbo Hydramatic 400 three-speed automatic transmission.
Furthermore, this Rolls escaped a shabby fate thanks to a seemingly fastidious owner and a current, yellow New York inspection sticker, indicating this car was at least driven to be inspected within the last year. The Silver Spur sold for around $100,000 when new, or $281,000 in today's money when you account for inflation.
Either way, the Azure follows a British luxury recipe laid out by models like the preceding Silver Spur: A big, turbocharged 6.75-liter V8 gets dropped into an even bigger chassis body and gets completed with the cushiest suspension available. As the reviews of its time note, it was a ridiculously fast car for its 5754-pound curb weight and poor aerodynamic shape—perfect for putting up big highway numbers on theAs a bonus feature, this 2000 Mazda Miata brings us to the 21st century.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Street Spotted: Neglected 20th Century Luxury CarsWelcome to what might be the final resting place of a few ‘90s classics, from Acura and Bentley to Rolls-Royce, Volvo, and Pontiac.
Read more »
Vanilla Ice Details Madonna Proposing to Him in the 90sYou NEED to hear the details of Madonna apparently proposing to Vanilla Ice. 💍
Read more »
Q&A with 'That '90s Show' star Kurtwood SmithQ&A with 'That '90s Show' star Kurtwood Smith: 'I was a little insecure on the first episode of 'That '70s Show'
Read more »
Vanilla Ice details ex-girlfriend Madonna’s ‘crazy’ proposal in the ‘90sThe rapper, who felt “way too young” for an engagement at the time, recalled thinking “the guy was supposed to” be the one getting down on one knee.
Read more »
Outdated '90s San Antonio home undergoes transformationTake a look inside this updated San Antonio home that went from rustic Mediterranean to modern.
Read more »