A very fine example of the Corniche Fixed Head Coupe by Mulliner Park-Ward
Price: | $71,500 |
Year: | 1974 |
Miles: | 48,000 |
Make: | Rolls-Royce |
Model: | Corniche |
Engine: | 6.75 Litre Rolls-Royce V8 |
Colors: | Ivory (non-metallic pale yellow) / Havana (dark brown) Connolly leather |
Vin: | CRC-017846 |
Rolls-Royce
Corniche
1974
48,000 genuine miles in absolutely wonderful condition
This is a beautifully
presenting Rolls-Royce Corniche coupe, finished in Ivory (pale yellow) with Havana
brown Connolly hide leather interior. If you are wondering about the “winter
photographs”, this Corniche was photographed in preparation for sale and immediately
afterwards, a client asked us to hold the car. He recently elected to buy another
of ours and so here we are. We thought the pictures were darling and that’s why
they appear here in "winter format". The car has traversed only some 20 miles since these photos were taken.
This is an amazing condition
example with a low 48,000 miles from only 3 owners. The second last owner being
a collector having caretaken her for more than 30 years, from which we purchased
the car around 2015. The most recent owner out of Texas, who we sold to, owned the car for 7 years. We recently reacquired her after she travelled only 4,000 miles.
These 2 door coupes are rare
and "extremely rare" in this condition. Remember, less than
20% of all Corniches were hard-top coupes with the majority being convertibles.
Production of the fixed head coupe ceased in 1982 whereas the convertible
continued right though to 1996. The coupe was made somewhat famous by Steve
McQueen who drove it in the hit 1968 film; “The Thomas Crown Affair” starring McQueen
along with Faye Dunawaye.
This is an entirely
unmolested example that presents wonderfully. A cosseted example that has had only
one repaint (in the same colour) some 20 years ago. 100% original Connolly interior
on the seats and other leather finishes, the wood's French polishing lacquer is
in very good condition, carpets present beautifully and a headliner that is in excellent
condition - also original.
As importantly, it has been
maintained meticulously. The most recent owner has well looked after the car. With
the second owner, it was rarely driven and kept in a museum under the eye of a
Rolls-Royce caretaker who regularly maintained the car. I recall well when it first
arrived to us some 7 years ago, it fired up immediately and purred on our
maiden test drive. A Canadian car for those
30 odd years by its second owner, was never driven in inclement weather (and it
shows) and always climate control stored. We, of course did all the usual
commissioning work that was required.
The car today, is in
exemplary condition. Very straight, very clean, very true in all
characteristics Rolls-Royce. The paint is deep in lustre and shine.
The interior is an outstanding
feature on this 2-door coupe. All the wood is entirely blemish free and looks
fantastic. The window surrounds, carpet
and roof-lining, are in immaculate condition. The Connolly hide leather is
stunning. Never been redyed and not so much as even a touch-up, showing its
original Connolly hide signature finish. This Corniche shows it off well with
just the right amount of patina to look like, and feel like, a high-end
Chesterfield couch. So inviting you want to just sit in it for no reason. This is
an example that looks like it is only 15 years old. Certainly not almost 50!
Mechanically the car is
completely gone thru by Park-Ward's 45 year Rolls-Royce experienced work-shop.
Notwithstanding, this Corniche has all the hallmarks of a well maintained
example. Technically superb with all brakes/hydraulics working well. The car drives
really smooth, without any bumps, rattles or knocks. It truly glides and
“floats” like the Shadow and Corniches of this era were designed and built to
do. Please remember, all Rolls-Royces Testament of its well maintained history
is the cleanliness under the hood. Not detailed but appropriately maintained.
The trunk presents just as well without so much as mark in the Wilton wool
carpet.
All external bright-work is well above standard and lights and lenses like new.
The car is simply stunning to admire as well as drive.
*We think the car would present fabulously with a full set of lambswool rugs in dark brown and a single chocolate fine-line down her waist-rail. Please feel free to enquire (see pic below).
Of course, every car
presented for sale by the Park-Ward Motors Museum has not only been fully
work-shopped to ensure all services and maintenance is up to date, but each car
then undergoes a "Predelivery Commissioning" process to ensure it is
"turn-key" at time of delivery. This car is no exception and will go
through this process once sold and prior to delivery to her next owner.
~~ Driving this
Rolls-Royce Corniche coupe is indeed like being the millionaire bachelor in
“The Thomas Crown Affair”. It is a beautiful well-preserved example which,
although may not be a true concours example by definition, you could very confidently
display at her at any Rolls-Royce event with pride and distinction. ~~
International bidders are welcome.
example of lambs-wool mouton rugs
For extra photos on this fine example go to the link below.
The photos are of super high resolution so if you right click on any, you can zoom in and see every little detail and defect in considerable detail.
Click HERE to see some 150 high resolution photos
Click HERE to see some 150 high resolution photos