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Not Sold (Est: £65,000 - £75,000)

1981 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible Coachwork by H J Mulliner, Park Ward Ltd

United Kingdom • 30 Aug 2026 • Lot 753

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AI Listing Summary

This 1981 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible is a low-owner, low-mileage UK-supplied example that has recently received significant mechanical and cosmetic attention, including an upgrade to SU carburettors. The car boasts a long-term previous owner and has been enjoyed on extensive trips, presenting a well-maintained classic convertible ready for enjoyment.

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Condition 

8

The car is described as a low-owner, low-mileage example that has recently undergone significant expenditure with Rolls-Royce specialists. While no major flaws are mentioned, the description notes that attention has been paid to improving the fit of the power-operated hood and an upgrade to SU carburettors has been done. This implies some areas were addressed, suggesting it's not pristine but very well-maintained.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

DRH0050648

Odometer:

67,500 miles

Reg Number:

CKS 555

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Delivered new in July 1981 through H.R.

Owen Ltd of London, this elegant Corniche Convertible was finished in Georgian Silver with a black leather interior and represents one of Rolls-Royce's most glamorous hand-built models Remarkably, the car remained with its previous owner from September 1991 until being purchased at auction by our vendor in July 2025, having previously been owned from 1984 by a gentleman in Essex.

During that long-term ownership, it was reportedly extensively enjoyed and travelled as far afield as China and Jordan Since acquisition, our vendor has entrusted the Corniche to Rolls-Royce specialists Silver Lady Brentwood for a programme of mechanical and cosmetic attention intended to make it a more enjoyable and dependable proposition Importantly, the original carburettor arrangement has been upgraded to SU carburettors, with the associated work forming part of an invoice for circa £9,000 on file.

The car has also been serviced and various other works carried ou...

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£6,703

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£35,805

Median Price (Since 2020)

£118,652

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