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1971 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible - Ex-Sir Bruce Forsyth

Lot Number 598

1971 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible - Ex-Sir Bruce Forsyth

A lovely example that was first delivered to the late Sir Bruce Forsyth in July 1971 and subsequently owned by him for the next seven years.

  • Sold for: £48,333

Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.

LIVE AUCTION: Saturday 17th June | 10.30am BST
  • BODY COLOUR
    Ming Blue
  • DRIVE
    RHD
  • Registration Number
    REG NUMBER
    HGU 415J
  • ODOMETER READING
    39719 Miles

SUMMARY

A lovely example that was first delivered to the late Sir Bruce Forsyth in July 1971 and subsequently owned by him for the next seven years.

DESCRIPTION

  • This lovely, UK-supplied, right-hand drive Corniche is finished in the fantastic combination of Ming Blue with a navy blue leather interior
  • It has formed part of our vendor’s private Collection since 2018 and the odometer was showing 39,719 miles at the time of cataloguing
  • HGU 415J is supplied with a good history file including details of the most recent mechanical work carried out in 2019 when over £5,000 was spent with The Percival Motor Car Company
  • Despite not being required, the Rolls was recently issued a fresh MOT with no advisories, valid until 23/01/2024

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
598
Make
ROLLS-ROYCE
Model
CORNICHE
Registration Number
HGU 415J
MOT Expiry
23/01/2024
Chassis Number
DRH10733
Engine Number
10733
Transmission
Auto
Body Colour
Ming Blue

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Harry.

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CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT

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Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Harry.

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Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 18th June between 10am and 3pm and Monday 19th June between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 19th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.