To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' Amelia
Island event, 6 - 7 March 2020.
Estimate:
$60,000 - $80,000
- Offered from its original owner
- Driven just 24,171 miles from new
- Finished in the beautiful shade of Silver Sand
- One of only 1,226 produced
Arguably the ultimate 1970s and 1980s status symbol of wealth and
success, the Rolls-Royce Corniche was sought after by many, but
only the fortunate few could afford it. Designed and intended to be
enjoyed by their lucky owners in warm-weather climates, each
Corniche took four months to be hand-built, with two weeks spent on
the convertible top alone. With a list price of over $200,000, each
Corniche utilized only the finest materials Britain had to offer,
including Wilton wool carpeting, Connolly leather, and carefully
selected burl walnut veneer.
First introduced in 1971, the Corniche remained in production for
nearly 25 years, during which time they were periodically updated
to keep them modern and relevant. The Corniche II, the model's
first major revision, was introduced in 1977 and included new
rack-and-pinion steering and alloy-and-rubber bumpers which
replaced the earlier chrome bumpers, along with an oil cooler,
aluminum radiator, and bi-level air-conditioning system.
This 1989 Corniche II is a one-owner example, having covered just
24,171 miles in 31 years. It is finished in the stunning shade of
Silver Sand with subtle pinstriping and a beige convertible top.
The interior is trimmed in beige leather with contrasting brown
piping. It features numerous luxurious amenities highlighted by a
beautiful wood dashboard which houses an upgraded McIntosh radio
unit.
One of only 1,226 Corniche IIs produced, this well-serviced example
remains in wonderful original condition and is among the most
opulent convertibles of the 1980s.To view this car and others
currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/am20.
