From making turbojet engines for aircraft to handcrafted luxury vehicles, the Rolls-Royce brand needs no introduction. One of Rolls-Royce’s success stories was the Rolls-Royce Corniche. Corniche stands for a coastal road especially one which is along the face off the cliff. The Corniche is a two-door, RWD luxury car that was offered as a hardtop and a convertible. The first-generation Corniche was produced from 1971-1987, and our subject specimen is a 1985 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible aka Drophead with just 32,500 original miles on the clock
The exterior is painted in a regal Rolls-Royce white with a matching beige interior, a relatively rare color combination. It sits on a set of OEM Rolls-Royce wheels with new tires and brakes. The interior is embellished with wood grain trim. The windshield has been replaced with a new one imported from the UK. The convertible top motor has also been replaced with a new unit. The car has recently undergone a service by a Rolls-Royce Specialist, with a recent oil change. A new steering rack and pinion have also been installed. As desirable now as it was 35 years ago, this rare-color combination Corniche’s low mileage and exquisite condition make it quite a catch
Rolls-Royce long-serving and reliable L410 6.75L V8 engine powers the Corniche’s rear wheels through a 3-speed automatic. The engine produces 237bhp and is enough for a rated top speed of 118mph. Four-wheel independent suspension with coil springs, ventilated disc brakes and Bosch KE/K-Jetronic fuel injection are some upgrades that this Corniche carries over earlier examples.
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.
Every now and then, we at ECT are tasked to handle the sale of a car that’s been owned by a star. That’s a right royal honor to us, and today’s car is one that comes with documented proof that the first owner of this 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche Coupe was none other than Cassius Clay Jr, popularly known as Muhammad Ali. When the world’s greatest boxer wasn’t floating like a butterfly and stinging like a bee, it seems he liked to roll around in a car from one of the world’s greatest luxury automakers. This 1976 Corniche is from the Corniche II generation, and it wears 73,776 miles on its stately wheels. The seller says that it’s currently used for special occasions and charity events, and he has photos and documentation to validate its special history, as it’s considered a Muhammad Ali collectible. The car is said to have undergone an older restoration, and has received some recent maintenance.
The 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom represents one of the most iconic luxury sedans of the modern era, blending traditional British craftsmanship with commanding V12 performance and unmistakable road presence. Finished in elegant Platinum Metallic over a luxurious Cornsilk leather interior, this Phantom showcases the timeless styling and handcrafted detail that helped redefine Rolls-Royce under BMW ownership. Showing 73,993 miles, this example has been tastefully personalized with aftermarket LED headlights, tinted taillights, and an upgraded Alpine subwoofer system, while the seller notes the original factory wheels are included with the sale. Combining ultra-luxury comfort with stately proportions and a whisper-smooth naturally aspirated V12, this Phantom continues to stand among the most prestigious luxury sedans ever produced.
For those who want a smaller Rolls-Royce, cars like this Anthracite-colored 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost with its luxurious Crème Light interior are the perfect choice. The Ghost was introduced in 2009, as a smaller sibling to the Phantom, but make no mistake, the Ghost is still a full-size ultra-luxury car! It measures in at a not insignificant 212.6 inches, and packs a potent 6.6-liter twin-turbo V12 under the hood. That’s what you’ll be getting with this 15,153-mile car from Newport, Rhode Island, plus a host of signature Rolls-Royce features. Be it the rear picnic tables or the superb sound system, this car is sure to redefine your entire viewpoint of what a luxury car should be like.
Rolls-Royce these days is on a roll, building the best luxury cars in the world that everyone from royalty to rappers wants to be seen in. But according to the purists, modern Rolls-Royces aren't true Rolls-Royces. The last proper Rolls, in fact, was the Silver Seraph of 1998. The Silver Seraph had been a massive success for Rolls-Royce and sold, on average, almost a thousand cars a year. It modernized the much-loved Silver Shadow. The Silver Seraph and its Bentley twin sister, Arnage, have the same body shell and the same basic underpinnings. If you are into classics with a rich history like this, take your chance on this 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph that only has 85102 miles on its clock. It currently awaits in Dighton, Massachusetts for its next owner.
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