The Rolls-Royce Corniche name was derived from the Grande Corniche; the legendary touring road high above the Mediterranean between Nice and Monte Carlo.

Throughout time it is recognized that truly great design never grows old. Rolls-Royce introduced the Corniche Drophead Coupe in 1970 as a convertible variant of the popular Silver Shadow. It was eventually produced for a remarkable 25 years. Each vehicle was specially ordered at Mulliner Park Ward Coachworks in London, taking multiple weeks to handcraft to a superlative standard that Rolls-Royce owners demand and expect. Only the finest Connolly leather was used within, the burled walnut interior trim elements are equally impressive in quality and presentation, and the top alone was crafted so perfectly that it fit like the roof of a coupe. Two weeks of build time is reported to have been directed at this feature alone.

Powered by a 6.75-liter Bosch fuel-injected overhead valve V-8 engine, the Corniche, despite its weight of almost three tons, topped out at 120-mph, with 0- to 60-mph reached in fewer than ten seconds. The transmission is, of course, an automatic that smoothly guides this plush car through the gears. The self-leveling suspension was based on the Citroen hydraulic system and the Corniche employed power four-wheel disc brakes, like the Shadow. The number 1,234 represents the count for similar cars built during the run of the Corniche II, making it rather uncommon as should be expected of a nearly $200,000 (when new) automobile.

This Corniche II is presented in the classic color offering of Ivory with a chocolate brown power-operated convertible top and a similar dark brown leather interior that is accented by tasteful ivory-toned piping. The cabin area is further highlighted by the aforementioned wood trim, individual power seating in front with a center console and a luxurious rear setting that invites a relaxing journey; no matter the distance. Abundant power and convenience features are to be expected in this vintage of Rolls-Royce. Additionally this particular car has its boot cover, a Nardi steering wheel, accessory lamb’s wool floor mats, manuals, extra keys, Alpine CD player and cocktail accessories in compartments of each door. The power steering rack is said to be new and the car has been serviced by a Rolls-Royce technician. The Corniche has been stored, when not in use, in a climate controlled garage.