Vehicle Description
Rolls-Royce Corniche coupes are becoming a rare find in this
condition and are becoming more and more sought by collectors. This
one is a very fine example that suits both the connoisseur driver
and collector. Finished in "Garnet", a deep plum burgundy colour
just like the gemstone, she's is paired up with black Connolly
leather interior with burgundy piping and matching floor rugs The
car is finished with hand-painted gold fine-lines on the body
waist-line. The color is a stunning combination with the Garnet
presenting as a rich Bordeaux under sun light but then transforms
into a deep plum and almost black hue in lower light and at night
time, giving the car a very formal look. The rich black leather
finished off with burgundy piping sets the interior off perfectly.
The carpets in the rich burgundy theme are a very formal touch. The
body on the car is straight and the paint is very nice. It has been
a California car for most of its life and then spent a few years in
Florida as a "Holiday residence" car. It was professionally
repainted some 15 years ago so it presents well. Other than the odd
little chip (very minor) the paint is excellent. High in luster,
very glossy and no signs of any over-spray on any externally fitted
part. The Everflex vinyl top is in excellent condition without any
signs of underlying moisture issues which are otherwise typical of
these cars. The interior of the car is in stunning condition with
virtually perfect original Connolly hide leather. The leather has
never been replaced or repaired. Excellent testament to its
relatively low mileage (any lines you may see in the photos are the
"natural" creases in the leather - for some reason, they are
accentuated in the photos whereas in real life the seats present
with welcoming patina that is just gorgeous). The leather is soft
and supple as you can see in some photos showing a "scrunch test".
All the wood is in excellent condition with dash and door cappings
all original and having never been redone. Although showing some
very minor marks in the clear in only a few select spots, they are
truly superb and with the grace of Mother Nature helping out in the
selection of woods, the knots, grains and diversity of the wood is
artisanship at its finest. The headlining is in beautiful condition
without any of the "grubbiness" often seen on these wool
headliners. The carpet is also excellent. The deep grain and glossy
finish of the rich grained wood in this example combined with the
regal burgundy offset black interior makes it all very rich and
inviting. **For the winning bidder, a set of genuine Rolls-Royce
lambswool mouton rugs are available if sort after. All interior
feature and functions are fully operational including all electrics
- seats, windows, gauges, clock etc. The A/C blows icy cold and
heater working well. Everything is all so clean and crisp. It has
its original push-button radio and factory installed Radiomobile
8-track cassette - not many left these days. The chrome and bright
work is stunning without any pitting and the rubber around the car
is good. The rear view door mirrors were upgraded to the later
style and we think they are a nice addition. Mechanically, the car
is in superior condition and the presentation under the bonnet and
under carriage clearly shows that. It has not been "done-up" for
sale but maintained in original condition. All hydraulics and
brakes have been inspected and tested, working well. Exhaust is
good. The car has been fully work-shop inspected. The car comes
with the correct jack, tools and operating manual. This is a 9.5
out of 10 driver example that needs nothing else doing. It makes
for a gorgeous "weekender" that you could take to your next RR meet
with absolute pride and joy. www.park-ward.com +1-312-320-6996
