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£42,560 (Est: £30,000 - £25,000)
1981 ROLLS ROYCE CORNICHE I CONVERTIBLE
UK • 29 Jan 2026 • Lot 57
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1981 Rolls-Royce Corniche I Convertible is a beautiful example, finished in Tudor Red over Beige leather. It boasts an exceptional history file with over £40,000 in invoices, including a purchase for £62,526 in 2017, making it a compelling opportunity for collectors.
Condition
9
The car is described as being in 'outstanding order throughout' and 'stunning condition both inside and out.' There are no indications of any significant cosmetic or mechanical issues, and the extensive history file suggests consistent maintenance and preservation.
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96,123 miles
TTT449
1981
Auction
Automatic
RHD
United Kingdom
Description
In Brief:
A simply beautiful example of Rolls-Royce’s iconic two-door convertible
Finished in
Finished in Tudor Red over a Beige leather interior with a Beige soft top
Accompanied by a great history file Over £40,000 of invoices on file - £30,000 since 2017 Service book with 21 stamps from main dealer and specialists
Auctioneer’s Notes:
A truly beautiful example of Rolls-Royce’s iconic two-door convertible, this 1981 Corniche I presents in outstanding order throughout.
Finished in Tudor Red over a Beige leather interior with a matching Beige soft top, the car's provenance and exceptional documentation make it a particularly compelling example.
Maintenance & Condition:
Appearing to be in stunning condition both inside and out, this Corniche clearly has benefitted from consistent expenditure over many years.
The extensive history file includes invoices totalling circa £40,000, evidencing long-term maintenance and preservation.
This example is also complemented by the origin...
Price Analysis vs Other Corniche Is
£6,703
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£36,000
Median Price (Since 2020)
£118,652
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Auction House Headquarters
SWVA
61-62 Aston Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate, Poole, Dorset, BH17 0NE, England
Operating from Poole, Dorset, SWVA is a physical auction house dealing in classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They hold regular live auctions and offer vehicle consignment and appraisal services.
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