1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible
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- Photo: 1979 Rolls-Royce Corniche I in White, front right (Greenwich 2024) by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1971 Rolls Royce Corniche Drophead Coupe by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1972 Rolls-Royce Corniche by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985 RR Corniche rear 3-4 by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Poertschach Oldtimer RR and MG 09062013 444 by Johann Jaritz, CC BY-SA 3.0 at, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible is a 6.8-liter V8 convertible with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive.
The Corniche measures 203.5 inches long on a 120.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,816 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 6.75L V8 OHV |
| Displacement | 6.75 L |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Injection Type | carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 203.5 in |
| Width | 72 in |
| Height | 58.75 in |
| Wheelbase | 120 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,816 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1976 Rolls-Royce CORNICHE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 30, 1980 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
HEAT GENERATED BY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. BRAKE HOSE MAY FAIL, RESULTING IN LOSS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID FROM THE DUAL HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES AND INSTALL A HEAT SHIELD TO PROTECT THEM, WITHOUT CHARGE.
NHTSA campaign 80V066000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1976 ROLLS-ROYCE CORNICHE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.