Highlights
- In current ownership for 36 years
- Only 3 former private registered keepers
- Impressive history file
- Circa 71,000 miles from new
The Appeal
When it was launched in 1971, the Corniche was Britain's most expensive car, and to this day it's synonymous with exceptional luxury and society's upper echelons. From its slab-sided silhouette to its upfront, snooty grille, this is a pop-culture icon through and through, and still feels positively palatial today.
This particular 1972 example stands out for its remarkable provenance, having been with its current owner since 1988. Finished in elegant Willow Gold with complementary green leather interior, it creates a deeply 70s profile that's kitschy and welcoming more than half a century later.
If you're after a real spot of period luxury, this is a grand opportunity.
This particular 1972 example stands out for its remarkable provenance, having been with its current owner since 1988. Finished in elegant Willow Gold with complementary green leather interior, it creates a deeply 70s profile that's kitschy and welcoming more than half a century later.
If you're after a real spot of period luxury, this is a grand opportunity.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1972
- We're told the car has had 3 former private registered keepers
- 5 former registered keepers in total, 2 of which were garage agents
- Circa 71,000 miles from new
- Has not been driven extensively in recent years
- Complete history file available
- Service history available
The Condition
- Presents in good overall condition
- Finished in Willow Gold
- Highly original throughout
- Brightwork contrasts nicely
- Gold-coloured Spirit of Ecstasy
- Green leather seats in good order with age-commensurate patina
- Original over carpets
- Cruise control fitted
The Mechanics
- 6750cc V8 powerplant
- 3-speed automatic transmission
- Believed to be mechanically standard
- Engine bay in good age-commensurate order
- The vendor reports that the car "drives well for a vehicle of 53 years"
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