Vehicle Description
Chassis No. SCAZD02AXJCX22276
While technically introduced as a two-door version of the Silver
Shadow, bodied by Mulliner Park Ward, the Rolls-Royce Corniche was
in truth the dawn of a new era of modern luxury-one instantly
recognizable across the globe. Exclusive touches featured
throughout the car included stainless steel half wheel covers, a
wood-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel, and the first tachometer
fitted as standard to a Rolls-Royce. It was fitted with Rolls'
famous 6 �-liter V8, a three-speed automatic transmission,
four-wheel disc brakes, and four-wheel independent suspension with
a hydraulic self-leveling system for a buttery smooth driving
experience. With such an emphasis on style and comfort, the who's
who quickly took notice and upon its release in 1971, the Corniche
mingled with stardom. Frank Sinatra and Paul McCartney scooped
theirs up while A-List names like Dean Martin and Elton John had to
scramble for a spot in line on the car's years-long wait list.
Rolls-Royce continued to improve the Corniche to keep it set as the
crown jewel of the marque that had come to define the essence of
luxury, craftsmanship, and quiet authority. The Corniche II arrived
in 1986 as a convertible-only variant, securing the car's
self-proclaimed status as "Simply the best Motor Car in the world."
Its second iteration now featured anti-lock brakes as standard and
sported a new interior with a new instrument cluster and new seats.
Standard equipment included powered seats, Connolly leather
upholstery, deep pile wool carpets, leather-covered steering wheel,
burl walnut wood trim, and a cavalcade of other features
appropriate to the highest echelon of Rolls-Royce models.
Finished in Ivory with a powered Saddle Tan top and Tan leather
interior, the clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report shows that the
car was purchased new in February 1988 in New Jersey, and in
November 2005 it was acquired by its current New York-based owner.
It successfully completed its annual New York emissions inspection
and was serviced by European specialist Edge Motors in 2023. It is
now offered 37,106 miles, having accumulated just nine miles since
its last official odometer reading in 2015. Furthermore, this
Corniche II has recently received a July 2025 service by the
collection's capable in-house mechanics in preparation for
sale.
Far beyond a standard automobile, the Rolls-Royce Corniche II
invites the notion of travel as an indulgence, not an obligation.
With its low mileage, elegant specification, and recent servicing,
this example remains every bit the symbol of taste and discretion
it was in 1988.
