Johnny Cash's Rolls-Royce is now an electric car for sale

The Man in Black's 1970 Silver Shadow got a Tesla powertrain swap and is looking for a new owner.

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Sep 17, 2026

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Johnny Cash's Rolls-Royce is now an electric car for sale

The Man in Black's 1970 Silver Shadow got a Tesla powertrain swap and is looking for a new owner.

In brief

The Man in Black's 1970 Silver Shadow got a Tesla powertrain swap and is looking for a new owner. Johnny Cash's 1970 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow has been converted to electric power using Tesla components and is currently available for purchase. Originally reported by Robb Report.

Johnny Cash's Rolls is for sale

Johnny Cash’s 1970 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow in profile

A 1970 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow once owned by the country music legend is now on the market.

More than just famous provenance

The glamorous saloon isn't just notable for its celebrity owner. It's been completely modernized.

Tesla power under the hood

The original powertrain has been removed and replaced with an electric motor and battery pack from a Tesla.

Future-proofed classic luxury

Inside Johnny Cash’s 1970 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow

The conversion gives the vintage Rolls-Royce modern electric performance while preserving its classic style.

A piece of music history

Johnny Cash’s 1970 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow in Photos

This is a rare chance to own a car from one of country music's biggest legends, now with zero emissions.

The headline

Johnny Cash's 1970 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow has been converted to electric power using Tesla components and is currently available for purchase.

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