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1974 Rolls-Royce Corniche ~ by HJ Mulliner Park-Ward

Rolls-Royce

Corniche

 Fixed Head Coupe (“FHC”)

48,000 genuine miles in absolutely wonderful condition

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.