1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

1980 to 1989 · Sedan

Price history

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14 sales · 3 unsoldmedian $11kupdated Aug 2026

Recent sales

14 sales

Specifications

Engine: V8, 6.75L
Power: 189 hp
Torque: 320 lb-ft
0 to 60: 10.9s
Top speed: 118 mph
Transmission: Automatic
Drivetrain: RWD
Original MSRP: $83,500

Common questions

How much does a Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit cost?

A 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit cost $83,500 new. Over the past 12 months, 6 have sold publicly at a median of $11,051. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $13,700. Cars have changed hands anywhere from $4,440 to $22,350, depending on mileage, color, and history.

What is a 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $13,700. That sits above the $11,051 median of actual sales because the median counts every car that sold, including high-mileage examples, while the estimate describes a clean, low-mileage one bought today. We rate confidence medium: 6 public sales in a year is a thin market, and the spread between them is wide.

What has a Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit sold for at auction?

The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:

$2,700Aug 12, 2026silver · 101,011 mi
$24,000Jul 10, 2026Light Oyster · 138,372 mi
$21,250Mar 9, 2026White · 35,000 mi

The Silver Spirit marked Rolls-Royce's bold departure from tradition, introducing their first monocoque chassis and independent rear suspension after decades of separate body-on-frame construction. Launched in 1980, this flagship sedan represented a complete engineering revolution while maintaining the marque's legendary refinement. The 6.75-liter V8, though still carbureted initially, delivered effortless power through a three-speed automatic transmission. What makes the Silver Spirit particularly collectible today is its role as the last 'old school' Rolls before BMW's influence—pure Crewe engineering with that distinctive upright grille and classic proportions. Early examples with the more traditional dashboard layout are especially sought after. While not technically a sports car despite some classifications, the Spirit's improved handling dynamics made it the most driver-focused Rolls of its era. Clean, well-maintained examples are increasingly appreciated as the final expression of British luxury car craftsmanship.

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