1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

Introduction The 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is a luxurious sedan known for its elegant design, spacious interior, and powerful performance. It was offered with two engine and transmission options:

• Engine: 6.75L V8
• Horsepower: 229 hp
• Torque: 380 lb-ft
• 3-speed automatic transmission

Engine 6.75L V8

• Ignition Coil Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty starting the engine, misfires, reduced performance
  • Solution: Replace ignition coil(s)
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
• Intake Manifold Gasket Leak
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, overheating, poor engine performance
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700+
• Oil Leaks
  • Description/Symptoms: Oil leaks from various seals and gaskets
  • Solution: Replace leaking seals and gaskets
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the severity and location of the leak
• Water Pump Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Overheating, coolant leaks
  • Solution: Replace water pump
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $800+

Transmission 3-speed automatic transmission

• Transmission Slipping
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, loss of power
  • Solution: Repair or replace transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
• Transmission Fluid Leaks
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission fluid leaks from various seals and gaskets
  • Solution: Replace leaking seals and gaskets
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the severity and location of the leak
• Shift Solenoid Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, delayed shifting
  • Solution: Replace shift solenoid(s)
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500+

Suspension

• Front Suspension Bushing Wear
  • Description/Symptoms: Rattling or clunking noises from the front suspension, poor handling
  • Solution: Replace worn bushings
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700+
• Rear Suspension Shock Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Poor ride quality, excessive body roll
  • Solution: Replace rear shocks
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $700 - $900+

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dimming headlights, electrical system failure
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $800+
• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery goes dead after short periods of time
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair electrical system drain
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
• Electrical Short
  • Description/Symptoms: Blown fuses, intermittent electrical problems
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair electrical short
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the severity and location of the short

Exterior

• Chrome Trim Rust
  • Description/Symptoms: Rust spots on chrome trim
  • Solution: Remove rust and apply fresh chrome trim
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+

Interior

• Wood Trim Cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: Cracks in the wood trim
  • Solution: Repair or replace wood trim
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600+
• Heated Seat Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Heated seats do not heat up properly
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair heated seat system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+

Summary The 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is a luxurious and well-crafted vehicle, but it is not without its issues. Some of the most common problems include ignition coil failure, intake manifold gasket leaks, transmission slipping, and suspension bushing wear. While these issues can be expensive to repair, the overall reliability of the Silver Spirit is generally considered to be good for a vehicle of its age and luxury level.