Reliability GuideCommon Problems with the
Common Problems with the
1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
The 1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit has an excellent reliability record with no widely reported common faults for this model year period.
Buying Tips for 1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
- Verify that both dashboard hydraulic pressure warning lights illuminate on ignition and extinguish within 30 seconds of starting from cold
- Check that the braking system and rear self-levelling suspension use the correct specified mineral oil and show no cross-contamination
- Inspect lower outer sills, rear wheelarches, and the front windscreen scuttle panel thoroughly for signs of bubbling or structural corrosion
- Operate all electric seat adjusters, window lifts, and the complex bi-level climate control system to confirm full electrical functionality
- Test drive the car over uneven road surfaces; a bouncy or harsh rear axle indicates depleted nitrogen in the hydraulic suspension spheres