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Rolls-Royce Corniche
Corniche-1 - Corniche
1981 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible
1981
Automatic
Petrol
Main Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG23 5QX
£70,000 – £90,000
Estimate range
Bidding starts 23 Sept at 10:00
Listing Source
H&H Classics
Auction
Auction Date
Wednesday, 23 September 2026
Starts at 10:00
23 days until auction
Estimate
£70,000 - £90,000
Location
United Kingdom
Buyer notes
- Finished in Willow Gold and MOT exempt.
- Described as a well looked after and very low mileage example.
- Offered with an extensive history file.
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About the Corniche Convertible
The Corniche Convertible was the open-top two-door based on Silver Shadow. Hand-built by Mulliner Park Ward. The most desirable Corniche body style.
Known Issues to Watch For
Silver Shadow/Corniche: Engine: 6.75 V8 - virtually indestructible. Oil leaks common but manageable. Gearbox: GM TH400 - reliable. Hydraulics: Self-leveling suspension and brakes use complex high-pressure system - EXPENSIVE when faulty (accumulators, pump, pipes). This is the main concern. Rust: Monocoque - check sills, floors, inner wings. Corniche convertible: Check roof mechanism, seals. Budget £5-10k annually. Hydraulic system is the critical check.
Desirable Options
Shadow II (better steering), Corniche body (convertible most valuable), Fuel injection, Good hydraulics, Solid bodywork
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower189 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1981
Body StyleConvertible
RegistrationGSK 454
MOTNo results returned
Production Info
Production Years1971 - 1987
GenerationCorniche-1
Listing Source
H&H Classics
Auction
Auction Date
Wednesday, 23 September 2026
Starts at 10:00
23 days until auction
Estimate
£70,000 - £90,000
Location
United Kingdom
