The Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn

The first complete motor cars ever produced by Rolls-Royce

The latest in the ‘Models of the Marque’ series showcases the Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. Launched in 1949, it marked a profound change for Rolls-Royce, reflecting the realities of the post-war market.

Highlights

  • A brief history of the Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn launched in 1949
  • The first complete motor cars ever produced by Rolls-Royce
  • Silver Dawn models’ design, construction and engineering still influence marques today
  • Fifth in a series celebrating landmark models from the marque’s history
  • The year-long retrospective marks the 120th anniversary of the first meeting between Henry Royce and The Hon. Charles Stewart Rolls in 1904

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