1995 Rolls-Royce Flying Spur Sedan

Based on the Silver Shadow II, the Silver Spur was announced in late 1980. The engine remained Rolls-Royce's venerable 6750cc V8, though the rear suspension and styling were altered. Along with rectangular headlights-a first for Rolls-Royce-and a slightly wider grille, the greenhouse was enlarged, the rear bench was replaced by two individual seats, folding picnic tables were standard equipment and the body lines became more angular.

Noting the success of the Bentley Turbo R, Rolls-Royce announced they would be offering their first ever turbocharged model at the 1994 Geneva Motor Show. Called the Flying Spur, the car was based on the Silver Spur. With the presence of the exhaust-driven Garrett AiResearch turbocharger, the car's horsepower rating rose from 230 to a reported 360, and was the most powerful model in Rolls-Royce's history. In typical Rolls-Royce fashion, the car came with legendary creature comforts, including leather, lamb's wool...