Valentin Zukovsky is a former KGB man who has become a businessman, and his car says so. The white Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II he owns in The World Is Not Enough is a car of the 1970s that has aged more kindly than the character. If you are looking for a Silver Shadow II, this film gives you a reason, and a rough guide to what to pay.
In the film
Zukovsky, played by Robbie Coltrane, owns a white Silver Shadow II in The World Is Not Enough (1999). Fandom notes that the car was re-imported from the United States, and the vehicle database on BMT 216A records that it ends up in water with him inside. It was shown to the public at an exhibition, where it stood among the film’s cars.
The details
The Silver Shadow II. The second version of the Silver Shadow was introduced in 1977 with improved front suspension and upgraded steering. Wikipedia lists production as 1977 to 1980, with 8,425 built; other sources run it a little longer.
The engine. A 6.75L V8 with a three-speed automatic gearbox, in a four-door body.
The parts. One owner on Reddit notes that the V8 is reliable and that parts are available from Flying Spares in the UK, though it is not as convenient in the US.
Owning it now
A Silver Shadow II is a car you buy on condition, not on reputation. At the time of writing, Classic.com showed a market benchmark of US$16,381, and a dealer listing for a 1979 car in Masons Black asked US$49,975; one reviewer on Carsurvey says you can find one for under US$10,000. That spread is the lesson: the cheap ones usually cost more later.
Our view is to buy the best car you can afford, with a documented service history, and to choose white if you want the film. It is an easy car to enjoy, a calm and large saloon, but it asks for a specialist.
A 1:43 model of the film car, issue 98 in the James Bond Car Collection, is a far cheaper way in. See the film page and the Bonds for more.
Specifications
| Model | Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II |
|---|---|
| Introduced | 1977 |
| Engine | 6.75L V8 |
| Transmission | Three-speed automatic |
| Body | Four-door saloon |
| Film car | White, owned by Valentin Zukovsky |
Questions
Who owns the Rolls-Royce in The World Is Not Enough?
Valentin Zukovsky, played by Robbie Coltrane, owns a white Silver Shadow II.
How much is a Silver Shadow II?
Prices vary widely: a market benchmark of US$16,381 at the time of writing, with dealer cars for sale at US$49,975.
Is it still in production?
No. The Silver Shadow II ended its run decades ago, so every car is pre-owned.
