1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II Tires

The 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II belongs to the final era of hand-built open Rolls-Royce motoring, where formal luxury, quiet road manners, and substantial curb presence still defined the driving experience. Buyers looking after one today are usually balancing preservation, proper stance, and real road use rather than chasing an aggressive fitment change. This Corniche II uses a 235/70R15 radial tire on a 15-inch rim. Within that size, there is meaningful choice in blackwall, narrow whitewall, wide whitewall, redline, and raised white letter styles across Avon, BFGoodrich, Cooper, and Michelin lines. The key is matching the tire's appearance and construction details to the car's intended character and wheel setup.

Which Tire Size Is Right for The 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II

The 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II uses one primary tire size: 235/70R15, a radial tire fitted to a 15-inch rim. The Base sub-model uses that same fitment, so the main decision is not which size fits, but which version of that size best suits the car's appearance, intended road use, and wheel specifications.

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235/70R15Metric radial
Fit(s): Base
Construction: RadialRim: 15 in

A 235/70R15 tire uses a 235-millimeter nominal section width, a 70-series aspect ratio, radial construction, and a 15-inch rim diameter. On the 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II, this is the primary fitment and keeps the car in a modern radial sizing format appropriate to its late-classic luxury character. Available choices in this size include Michelin XVS, Avon Turbosteel, BFGoodrich Silvertown Radial, BFGoodrich Radial T/A, and Cooper Cobra Radial G/T, with sidewall treatments ranging from blackwall and narrow whitewall to wide whitewall, redline, and raised white letter. The practical choice comes down to whether the goal is a formal touring appearance, a restoration-oriented presentation, or a more assertive period-style sidewall look.

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1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II Sub-Model Tires

Fitment is straightforward for the covered Corniche II sub-models because the same primary tire size is used throughout. Checking the exact sub-model still matters, but the tire decision here centers more on sidewall style, brand, and rim-width compatibility than on size changes.

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1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II Base

The 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II Base uses the 235/70R15 radial size on a 15-inch rim. That keeps selection focused on choosing the right presentation, from blackwall or whitewall touring tires to other period-style sidewall options, while confirming the wheel width matches the tire selected.

Associated Tire Sizes

Important Fitment Notes

The tire sizes listed on this page assume factory-standard vehicle configuration. The following modifications may affect tire fitment and are not reflected in this guide:

  • Wheel modifications (wider rims, offset changes, aftermarket wheels)
  • Suspension changes (lowering, lift kits, spring replacements)
  • Body alterations (fender modifications, custom bodywork)

If your vehicle has been modified from factory specifications, verify tire clearance before purchase.

Best 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II Tires for Sale

Available 235/70R15 options span Avon, BFGoodrich, Cooper, and Michelin, with touring-oriented series as well as more appearance-driven choices. Buyers can compare blackwall, narrow whitewall, wide whitewall, redline, and raised white letter styles, along with rim-width compatibility and load specifications where stated.

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Radial Cooper

Cooper Cobra Radial G/T | RWL | 235/70R15

Cooper - Cobra Radial G/T

SIDEWALLRWL
RIM DIAMETER15 in
RIM WIDTH6.0 - 8.0 in
WEIGHT28 lb
MAX LOAD1,896 @ 35psi
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Avon Turbosteel | Whitewall | 235/70R15 101V

Avon - Turbosteel 70 CR11B

SIDEWALLBlackwall
RIM DIAMETER15 in
RIM WIDTH—
WEIGHT28 lb
MAX LOAD1,819 lbs
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BFGoodrich Silvertown Radial | Redline | 235/70R15

BFGoodrich - Silvertown Radial

SIDEWALLRedline
RIM DIAMETER15 in
RIM WIDTH6.00 - 8.50 in
WEIGHT29 lb
MAX LOAD1896@35 psi
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Michelin XVS | 235/70HR15

Michelin - Michelin XVS

SIDEWALLBlackwall
RIM DIAMETER15 in
RIM WIDTH6.00 - 8.50 in
WEIGHT30 lb
MAX LOAD—
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BFGoodrich Silvertown Radial | 2.75 Inch Whitewall | 235/70R15

BFGoodrich - Silvertown Radial

SIDEWALLWide Whitewall
RIM DIAMETER15 in
RIM WIDTH6.00 - 8.50 in
WEIGHT30 lb
MAX LOAD1896@35 psi
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Michelin XVS | Narrow Whitewall | 235/70HR15

Michelin - Michelin XVS

SIDEWALLNarrow Whitewall
RIM DIAMETER15 in
RIM WIDTH6.5 - 8.5 in
WEIGHT25 lb
MAX LOAD—
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Avon Turbosteel | 235/70R15 101V

Avon - Turbosteel 70 CR11B

SIDEWALLBlackwall
RIM DIAMETER15 in
RIM WIDTH—
WEIGHT28 lb
MAX LOAD1,819 lbs
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BFGoodrich Silvertown Radial | 1.50 Inch Whitewall | 235/70R15

BFGoodrich - Silvertown Radial

SIDEWALLWide Whitewall
RIM DIAMETER15 in
RIM WIDTH6.00 - 8.50 in
WEIGHT29.4 lb
MAX LOAD1896@35 psi
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BFGoodrich Radial T/A | RWL | 235/70R15 102S

BFGoodrich - Radial TA

SIDEWALLRWL
RIM DIAMETER15 in
RIM WIDTH6.00 - 8.00 in
WEIGHT31.6 lb
MAX LOAD1,896 lbs @ 35psi
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions for the 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II usually center on the 235/70R15 size, 15-inch rim fitment, available sidewall styles, and how to choose a tire that suits both the car's appearance and road use.

Tire Size & Fitment

What tire size fits a 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II?

The 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II uses a 235/70R15 radial tire. That size is the primary fitment for the covered vehicle, and the Base sub-model uses the same size, so there is no split fitment to sort through at this model-year level.

Once the size is confirmed, the real choice is which 235/70R15 version best suits the car. Available options differ by brand, sidewall style, tire series, load specification, and rim-width range, so it is worth checking the actual wheel width on the car before choosing between formal whitewall touring tires and more appearance-focused alternatives.

What size rim does a 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II use?

The primary tire fitment for the 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II is built around a 15-inch rim diameter. The 235/70R15 size itself confirms that wheel diameter, and the available products in this fitment are all designed for 15-inch wheels.

Rim diameter is only part of the fitment picture, especially on a collector luxury car that may have had wheel changes over time. Wheel width should also be checked against the selected tire's specifications, because some 235/70R15 choices call for slightly different width ranges even though they share the same 15-inch rim diameter.

Does the 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II Base use the same tire size?

Yes. The 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II Base uses the same 235/70R15 radial tire size as the core fitment for this model. That keeps the tire search simple, since there is not a separate size to identify for the Base version.

Even with one shared size, the selection still deserves a careful look. Sidewall style can change the car's visual character significantly, and product specifications such as rim-width range, load figure, and overall tire series can matter if the car is driven regularly rather than kept mainly for occasional display and fair-weather touring.

Choosing the Right Tire

What should I consider when choosing a 235/70R15 tire for a 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II?

Start with the correct 235/70R15 size and 15-inch rim diameter, then compare the available radial choices by sidewall style, tire series, and wheel-width compatibility. For a Corniche II, the decision is often about preserving the car's formal presentation while still selecting a tire suited to how the car will actually be driven.

A blackwall Michelin or Avon gives a different impression than a narrow or wide whitewall BFGoodrich, and a raised white letter option creates a distinctly different look again. Checking the actual wheel width, the tire's stated load figure where given, and the car's intended use will narrow the field much faster than focusing on brand name alone.

What sidewall styles are available for 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II tires?

The 235/70R15 tires available for the 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II include blackwall, narrow whitewall, wide whitewall, redline, and RWL styles. That gives the car a broad range of visual directions, from restrained touring presentation to a more stylized period-oriented look.

Sidewall choice should be made with the car's character in mind rather than by size alone, since every option shares the same basic fitment. Whitewalls usually suit a more formal luxury presentation, while redline and raised white letter styles change the tone noticeably, so the most appropriate choice depends on whether originality-inspired appearance or a customized visual statement matters more.

What brands offer tires for the 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II?

The 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II has 235/70R15 radial options from Avon, BFGoodrich, Cooper, and Michelin. Those brands appear across several distinct tire series, including Turbosteel, Silvertown Radial, Radial T/A, Cobra Radial G/T, and Michelin XVS.

Brand is only one part of the decision, because the available tires also vary in sidewall treatment and in supporting specifications such as rim-width range and stated load capacity. Comparing the full package helps more than selecting by label alone, especially on a Corniche II where the tire's visual character can influence the car almost as much as the fitment itself.

Restoration & Appearance

Which tire should I choose for a period-style 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II?

A period-style approach for a 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II starts with the correct 235/70R15 radial size, then narrows the choice by sidewall treatment and overall tire character. Blackwall, narrow whitewall, and wide whitewall options all exist in this size, giving different ways to maintain a refined late-classic luxury presentation.

The best visual match depends on the car's trim details, wheel presentation, and the owner's restoration goals. Buyers chasing a historically appropriate appearance should compare the tire's sidewall style with photos, marque references, and vehicle-specific records, while also making sure the selected tire's wheel-width requirements suit the actual wheels currently on the car.

How does tire construction affect the appearance of a restored 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II?

On the 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II, the primary fitment is already a radial, so the visual difference comes less from changing construction type and more from choosing the right sidewall presentation within that radial format. A blackwall, narrow whitewall, or wider whitewall can alter the car's stance and formality quite noticeably.

That makes construction a simpler question here than it would be on an earlier bias-ply-era car. The appearance decision is really about selecting a radial tire whose sidewall style supports the restoration theme, while keeping the proper 235/70R15 size and verifying that the wheel width and overall setup are still compatible with the chosen tire.

Fitment, Maintenance & Road Use

Can modifications affect tire fitment on a 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II?

Yes. Even though the primary size for a 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II is 235/70R15 on a 15-inch rim, modifications can change whether a particular tire choice is appropriate. Aftermarket wheels, altered wheel width, suspension changes, or body and fender work can all affect clearance and overall compatibility.

That matters most when the car no longer sits on its original wheel setup. A Corniche II with replacement wheels may still use a 15-inch diameter, yet need closer attention to width and fitment details, so checking wheel dimensions, steering clearance, and space at full suspension movement is a smart step before mounting any new tire.

What should I inspect before driving a 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II on new tires?

Before putting a 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II back into regular road use on new tires, inspect the wheels for damage, confirm the wheel dimensions suit the selected 235/70R15 tire, and make sure the tires are inflated properly. It is also wise to look over the suspension, steering, and brake components on a low-use collector car.

A fresh set of tires cannot compensate for loose front-end parts, worn bushings, or neglected alignment. Taking time to verify valve stems, check for any rubbing at full lock, and confirm even clearance under load helps protect both the new tires and the car, especially on a heavy luxury convertible meant for smooth, composed touring.

How should 235/70R15 tires on a collector 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II be maintained?

Collector-car tires should be maintained with regular pressure checks, periodic visual inspection, and attention to age as well as tread depth. On a 1992 Rolls-Royce Corniche II running 235/70R15 radials, sidewall cracking, bulges, cuts, uneven wear, and slow air loss are all worth watching closely.

Storage conditions matter almost as much as mileage on a low-use car. Keeping the Corniche II away from prolonged heat, direct sunlight, standing moisture, and ozone sources can help preserve the tires, while occasional movement and inspection reduce the chance that a car appearing road-ready is actually sitting on aged or deteriorated rubber.