1981 Rolls-Royce Corniche I Convertible

Today’s EVs and high-performance vehicles are all lovely to drive daily, but what about slowing down every now and then? Studies have shown that constantly being under stress is bad for you, what with all that cortisol coursing through your veins. What you need is a calm and relaxed weekend cruiser, and what better car than this 48,144-mile 1986 Rolls-Royce Corniche II from Hamilton, New Jersey? This luxury British drop-top grand tourer is perfect for taking things slow, even though with a massive V8 under the hood, it won’t hold up traffic. Having received some new parts, this car could be yours to cherish for years to come. Let’s take a deeper dive into what this old-school British luxury car offers.

The 80s saw a big change in the automotive world, and as customer preferences moved from an old-school analogue feel to new-age digital features, cars like the Rolls-Royce Corniche threw it back to the good old days of luxury and driver engagement. Present today is an 80s icon and looks like this 1982 Rolls-Royce Corniche I Convertible. With a reported 50,000 original miles on the clock, this classic beauty sports a host of factory features and is a luxury icon to this day.

Rolls-Royce needs little introduction, with the brand itself often used as a superlative for the ultimate in anything and everything. Up for sale is an example of one of the brand's most iconic models, from an era where coach-built vehicles were recognized as a bespoke testament to style and class. This Corniche convertible left Rolls-Royce's Cheshire, UK factory in December 1985. This example requires some loving recommissioning to bring it back to its former glory but appears to present a solid basis with low mileage, having run just 41,000 miles over the past three decades.

The Cullinan is already one of the most commanding luxury SUVs on the road, but Black Badge gives it a much more sinister personality. This 2021 Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge shows approximately 8,682 miles and is presented as a one-owner vehicle, finished in Black Diamond over a striking Black and Arctic White cabin. Its specification is especially appealing, combining Black Badge Technical Carbon, Rolls-Royce Bespoke Audio, Rear Theatre Configuration, Picnic Tables, Night Vision with Pedestrian Recognition, and the Dark Chrome Spirit of Ecstasy. It delivers the kind of presence expected from a Rolls-Royce, but with a sharper, more performance-minded edge that makes the Black Badge version feel distinctly different from the standard Cullinan.

This 2016 Rolls-Royce Wraith combines the brand’s traditional grand-touring character with a darker, more contemporary specification. Showing approximately 22,691 miles, it is finished in Darkest Tungsten over Dark Spice leather and features a highly optioned cabin with the Starlight Headliner, Paldao Veneer, RR monograms on all headrests, and Rolls-Royce Goodwood treadplates. Its exterior is further individualized with black wraps over the hood, roof, and trunk, along with black-finished 24-inch Forgiato wheels. Driver’s Assistance Systems Three, Night Vision, a Head-Up Display, and Active Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go add a substantial technology layer to the Wraith’s traditional luxury formula.

Few automobiles make an entrance quite like a Rolls-Royce Phantom, and this 2020 example delivers the kind of presence, craftsmanship, and rear-seat luxury that has made the Phantom one of the world’s benchmark ultra-luxury sedans. Showing approximately 24,000 miles, this example is finished in English White over an Arctic White interior, with black contrast seat piping adding just enough definition to the cabin. The specification is appropriately lavish, with features such as the Rear Theatre Configuration, Rolls-Royce Bespoke Audio System, The Gallery glass fascia, Dark Burr Walnut trim, 22-inch fully polished forged alloy wheels, and RR monograms on all headrests. It is the sort of car designed not simply to get you somewhere, but to make every mile feel like an occasion.

The Pontiac Grand Prix became a defining name in American personal luxury motoring during the 1970s and 1980s, offering distinctive styling, V8 performance, and an abundance of comfort-oriented appointments. By 1981, the Grand Prix had evolved into a more refined and efficiently packaged coupe, while the upscale Brougham trim continued to emphasize the traditional luxury features that made Pontiac's personal coupes popular among American buyers. This 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix Brougham, showing 62,072 miles, is finished in classic White with a contrasting Blue vinyl roof and a Blue cloth interior. Its elegant appearance is complemented by chrome wire-spoke wheels, whitewall tires, bright exterior trim, and distinctive opera windows. Under the hood sits a 4.3-liter Pontiac V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission, delivering the relaxed cruising character associated with traditional American luxury coupes. Additional highlights include power steering, power brakes, air conditioning, cruise control, power accessories, and an aftermarket JVC stereo system. With its distinctive two-tone presentation, comfortable Brougham interior, and traditional rear-wheel-drive V8 powertrain, this Grand Prix offers an appealing opportunity to experience the character of an early-1980s American personal luxury coupe.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has enjoyed a distinguished place in automotive history, and the R107 generation remains one of the most celebrated luxury roadsters to emerge from Stuttgart. Produced from 1971 through 1989, the R107 became synonymous with sophisticated open-top motoring, exceptional engineering, and the understated elegance that defined Mercedes-Benz during the era. Introduced for the 1986 model year, the 560 SL became the flagship American-market version of the R107, bringing a larger 5.6-liter V8 and further refinements to an already accomplished grand tourer. This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL, showing 65,981 miles, is finished in Arctic White over a Palomino leather interior, complemented by a contrasting Dark Brown convertible soft top. Its factory specification is particularly appealing, featuring a rear spoiler delete that preserves the roadster's clean, classic proportions. Additional highlights include a removable body-color hardtop, 15-inch Mercedes-Benz alloy wheels, automatic climate control, heated exterior mirrors, and a Pioneer audio head unit replacing the original Becker radio. With its elegant color combination, naturally aspirated V8, and timeless R107 styling, this 560 SL offers an inviting opportunity to experience one of Mercedes-Benz's most enduring grand touring roadsters.

The Lincoln Mark VII LSC brought an unexpected dose of performance to the American luxury coupe market during the 1980s, combining the comfort and refinement expected of Lincoln with the same 5.0-liter High Output V8 that powered Ford's celebrated Mustang GT. By 1990, the Mark VII had established itself as a distinctive alternative to European grand touring coupes, offering rear-wheel drive, four-wheel air suspension, and a remarkably well-appointed interior. This 1990 Lincoln Mark VII LSC Special Edition, showing just 47,063 miles, is finished in Garnet Red over Titanium Gray leather and belongs to a particularly limited production group. Reportedly only 3,345 LSC Special Edition examples were produced for 1990, with just 442 sharing this particular paint and trim combination. Its Special Edition appointments, monochromatic exterior styling, distinctive lace-style aluminum wheels, and powerful 5.0-liter V8 make it an appealing example of Lincoln's performance-oriented luxury flagship. With its distinctive specification, low indicated mileage, and documented production figures reported by the seller, this Mark VII deserves attention from collectors and enthusiasts of American luxury automobiles.