Lot details Registration No: BPB 69K Chassis No: CRH11874 Mot Expiry: Mar 2007
Named after a region famous for its twisting roads and picture postcard scenery, the Corniche fixed head was introduced in 1971. Styled in-house by Bill Allen, it was available in both Rolls-Royce and Bentley guises. Considerably more expensive than its humbler four-door brethren, it also proved more involving to drive thanks to the provision of firmer springs, thicker anti-roll bars and revised steering geometry. Conceived as a high-speed express capable of covering great distances with minimal effort, its cocooning four-seater cabin was bedecked in soft hides, plush carpets and beautifully finished wood veneers. Further enhanced by a tuned, low-loss exhaust version of Crewe's staple 6750cc V8 engine mated to automatic transmission its self-levelling rear suspension and plethora of electric motors made for an enjoyably cosseting experience. Curtailed after eleven years, Rolls-Royce Corniche Fixed Head Coupe production is thought to have amounted to just 1,108 cars.
Finished in Coffee Bean Brown with magnolia leather upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "good" condition with regard to its engine, automatic gearbox, electrical equipment, chassis, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres (though, he considers the interior trim to be "excellent"). Stated to have had "no expense spared on upkeep", it boasts a number of "extra refinements including leather headlining, gold leaf trimline and lambswool over rugs". Apparently treated to a "recent new £1,200 transmission", 'BPB 69K' is further said to "start and drive superbly". Benefiting from a "good history file" and "service bills etc", this stylish two-door Rolls-Royce is eligible for historic class (free) road tax.
PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle has an MOT until March 2007.
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