Vehicle Description
1987 Rolls-Royce Corniche II Drop Head Coupe
Designer: John Polwhele Blatchley
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Estimate: $45,000 - $60,000
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Chassis Number: SCAZD02A9HCX20139
Decoded: S=United Kingdom; CA=Rolls-Royce; ZD=Corniche II
Convertible; 02=6,750 cc V8, Naturally aspirated; A=Active
Seat-belts; 9=check digit; H=1987; C=Crewe assembly; X=LHD;
20139=Serial
Engine: 6750cc OHV V8
4-barrel Carburetor/200 bhp (est.)
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
Power Assisted Four-Wheel Hydraulic Disc Brakes
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Odometer: 74,550 Miles Actual
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Luxury Roadster for the Ages
Superb Value of World Class Motoring
Well Maintained Original Car
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The Model: Looking for a totally new direction in design,
Rolls-Royce turned the John P. Blatchley for a new look to their
luxury automobiles. His basic design for the 1966 Silver Shadow
would endure in its basic concept well into the 1990's. From the
beginning of this line a drop-head coupe had been incorporated into
the mix, but it wasn't until 1971 that these special cars, as well
as a limited run of fixed-head coupes, would receive the name
Corniche. Over the years the Corniche saw a number of improvements,
a slightly longer wheelbase, improve steering with rack in pinion
starting with 1977. Most every motoring accessory or convenience
was a part of the Corniche package with the real options boiling
down to exterior colors and custom ordered interior appointments
and d�cor. With the Series II introduced in 1986, which saw
improved braking, refinements in the electronics and federally
required collision avoidance lights on the rear deck. The Corniche
was not just a convertible, but a luxurious one at that. When
American car makers stop producing open cars, the market for
Corniche was left wide open for those in the ultra-luxury car
market. With padded tops, tons of sound insulation and peppy
performance from their own V8, Rolls-Royce scored a winner, with
the basic styling surviving 30 years in production.
The Car: This beautiful example is one 1,234 Series II Corniche
convertibles produced. It is finished in out-standing shade of Olde
English White complimented by a plush seats covered camel-tone full
leather featuring ivory whipcord. The Everlast top is done in light
tan and appears to be a fairly recent installation. According to
our consignor this Corniche II started life in Southern California
where it was constantly maintained by marque specialists. On a
recent in-depth inspection no sign of any body maladies were
detected. Mechanically this convertible performs as one would
expect a car of this caliber to perform, quick, responsive, quiet
and silent. The top rises and lowers as designed, with it folding
neatly into the rear boot when down, or smooth and snug when
raised. All of the power amenities are all sorted and reported to
be in excellent condition aside from the passenger side seat. As a
bonus all of the books and manuals as well as an assortment of
receipts and other documents are included. Under the �bonnet" or
hood was we "Yanks" might say, there is a light patina of use as
one might expect from a well-maintained original car, but around
back in the "boot" or luggage compartment, you will find its fully
trimmed and looking nearly new ready for a picnic basket of
over-night bag. A splendid example of a superb car offered for your
enjoyment and approval.
