Vehicle Description
This is a Rolls-Royce Corniche coupe by HJ Mulliner Park-Ward. The
model is often referred to as a Fixed Head Coupe ("FHC"). This
example is of one of the nicest of the "Corniche" coupe series
produced and are quite rare compared to the convertible as these
ceased production in 1982, whereas the convertible continued right
through to 1996. These are becoming a rare find in this condition
and are more and more sought after by collectors. This one is a
very fine example that would suit both the connoisseur driver and
collector. Finished in Masons black with a black Everflex top
factory fitted. This combination is paired up with a light cream
Connolly leather interior with rich royal blue carpets and mouton
floor rugs. The car is finished with a single gold/tan fine-line on
the body waist-line. The overall combination is very elegant and
simply breath-takingly beautiful. This Corniche spent its whole
life in California so is crisp clean throughout and underneath. The
body is super straight and the paint is quite excellent. The car
underwent a bare metal respray some estimated 20 years ago and was
clearly an expensive refinish. It still presents high in luster,
very glossy and with no signs of any over-spray on any externally
fitted part. It is pretty much blemish free with only the most
discrete chips and marks from minimal use. The interior of the car
is in stunning condition. All the leather is the factory original
Connolly leather in outstanding condition. Throughout, the leather
is soft and supple. It displays a very light and warming patina
that is very natural in its presentation ("patina" does not mean
tired, worn or ripped!), elegantly presenting the natural creases
in the leather and regularly used areas like arm-rests and seat
edges. All the wood is in superb if not flawless condition having
been refinished to exacting Rolls-Royce standards. This is an
expensive exercise with this wood-work alone having cost some
$5,000. This investment really has paid off as they are truly
superb and with the grace of Mother Nature lending her hand in the
detail of the wood - the knots, the grains and the rich colours -
it presents at its finest. The original broadcloth headlining is in
good condition without any of the "grubbiness" often seen on these
wool headliners. All interior feature and functions are fully
operational including all electrics - seats, windows, gauges, clock
etc. Being a mid 70's car it has the unique tachometer feature -
truly exquisite. The A/C blows icy cold and heater working well.
Everything is all so clean and crisp. The only feature that is not
original is the Pioneer slimline stereo system which appears to be
a fitment from 90s. It integrates well, but if you are purist, you
will prefer an original unit (which we can provide). The car DOES
retain is factory Pioneer 8-track system. The chrome and bright
work is excellent without any pitting and the rubber around the car
is good. 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 is being sold with
Park-Ward's "Predelivery Commissioning" process included which will
present the car for delivery with every major and minor service
done and up to date. The car shows 76,300 miles and we have no
doubt that is original. We do not have documentation to support
this, however so we err on the side of caution and offer her
"mileage exempt". That said, she does look every bit of a low
mileage example and if it showed only half that, one would believe
it by the overall excellent condition. The car comes with the
correct jack, tools and operating manual. This is a 10 out of 10
driver example that needs nothing else doing. It makes for a
gorgeous "weekender" that you could take to your next RR me
