Lot details Registration No: B72 BJO Chassis No: SCAZDOD7FCH09571 Mot Expiry: May 2006
In production for twenty-five years (between 1971 and 1996), the Rolls-Royce Corniche Drophead came to epitomize luxury open-air motoring. An accepted accoutrement alongside the private jet and crewed yacht for those with a suitably transcontinental lifestyle, it was fabled for its extravagantly sumptuous interior and hushed drivetrain. Named after a region famous for its gently winding roads and breathtaking scenery, it was powered by a tuned version of Crewe's staple 6750cc V8 engine mated to automatic transmission. Equipped with firmer springs, thicker anti-roll bars together and revised steering geometry, it proved a more satisfying drive than its humbler saloon car siblings. Though, the presence of olio-pneumatic suspension and a plethora of electric motors ensured that it remained a singularly cosseting experience.
One of the later generation cars benefiting from split level air conditioning and sharper power assisted rack and pinion steering, this particular example has had just two owners in the last sixteen years (the present one since 1997). Finished in dark blue with magnolia leather upholstery and a cream power hood, it is described by the vendor as being in excellent overall condition. Said to come with "all original documents and service history", we understand that it has covered a mere 39,000 miles from new. Please note that the registration number of this car is to be advised.
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