- 1977 MY Lincoln Continental
- Current owner reports new shocks
- Current owner reports new hoses
- Current owner reports new belts
- Current owner reports recently serviced
- 1/52 of this make/model with sunroof
- Original interior
- Numbers matching
Today, Lincoln is Ford's luxury nameplate for luxury SUVs. This was not the case 106 years ago when it was founded as the Lincoln Motor Company by Henry Leland, the founder of Cadillac, in 1917. Their first foray was building Liberty aviation engines for the government. It was after the war that they built the Model L in 1920. And soon after, it was acquired by Ford in 1921. The first Lincoln Continental to roll off the assembly was in 1940, which continued for ten generations until its discontinuation in 2020. From 1970 to 1979, the fifth-generation Lincoln Continental was built and sold across the United States and certain parts of the world. Today's listing is a Lincoln from that generation, to be specific a 1977 Lincoln Continental with a pleasantly surprising 53,200 miles on the clock.
Exterior and Interior
Keeping you at ease is the fact that it's reported that this 1977 Lincoln Continental is numbers matching. The seller also mentions that 1977 Continentals with sunroof have been produced in 52 units in this configuration. The Lincoln Continentals were a status symbol, as they were Ford's full-sized luxury model competing against Cadillac offerings. The car is finished in a deep maroon with a hefty amount of chrome throughout the exterior. This version of the Continental features a hidden headlight design that swivels out when switched on. Between the lights can be seen a massive and ornate chrome grille with the Lincoln hood ornament on top. The front bumper is finished in chrome, matching the grille. A thin chrome line starts from the front bumper and is interrupted by the rear wheel arch, and continues onto the rear. The rear features a toned-down approach with a thin chrome rear bumper and full-length taillight setup. The interior features the same maroon color along with a contrasting white and is reportedly all original. More chrome is visible throughout the interior while a complementing maroon and faux-wood steering wheel takes center stage.
Engine
Classic luxury vehicles set themselves apart with their features, design, and, more importantly, solid powertrains. This 1977 Lincoln Continental is powered by a 6.6L Cleveland V8 mated with a 3-speed automatic transmission. The seller reports new shocks are in place along with new hoses, new belts, and a recent full-service.
The 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe embodied the pinnacle of American luxury during an era when comfort, presence, and effortless cruising defined the premium automobile experience. With its long hood, formal roofline, and unmistakable chrome-laden styling, the Town Coupe offered buyers a refined personal luxury car that excelled on the open road. Showing just 1,219 miles on the odometer, this beautifully preserved example is finished in Dove Gray with a Gray Vinyl Landau Roof over a richly appointed Dark Red interior. Powered by a smooth-running 400ci V8, it represents an increasingly rare opportunity to own one of Lincoln's most iconic full-size luxury coupes.
Flip through the history books of automotive, and you'll find some machines so iconic that they would never survive in today's world of making things bite-sized to suit the needs of multiple stakeholders. The 60s brought about the muscle cars, but during that time Lincoln was churning out motors that would don size and features that are otherworldly, and luxury to match. Present today is a page from the Lincoln guidebook to making a machine that turns heads and takes shape with this 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V. Hailing from Palm Desert, California and with just 48,114 miles on its clock, this is a true definition of a land yacht that has survived extinction and is ready for its new custodian.
Lincoln is Ford’s luxury brand, sort of like how Cadillac is to General Motors if you will. One of their most popular models has got to be the Continental. First appearing in 1939, ten generation of the Lincoln Continental have been produced, up until as recently as 2020. Of course there have been breaks in between, but the firm consensus is, the Lincoln Continental is a mainstay of American automotive luxury. A classic Continental like this fine fourth-generation 1961 Lincoln Continental Sedan is thus a robust way to get yourself a signature American classic that everyone will be talking about. This car has 97,000 miles on the clock, comes with a 430ci V8 and a 3-speed automatic transmission. It’s based in Miami Springs, Florida and also rocks a custom two-tone interior plus some extra things. Oh, and do you know why the fourth-generation Continental looks so famous? Because it was adapted as the Presidential Car during its heyday!
The 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe embodied the pinnacle of American luxury during an era when comfort, presence, and effortless cruising defined the premium automobile experience. With its long hood, formal roofline, and unmistakable chrome-laden styling, the Town Coupe offered buyers a refined personal luxury car that excelled on the open road. Showing just 1,219 miles on the odometer, this beautifully preserved example is finished in Dove Gray with a Gray Vinyl Landau Roof over a richly appointed Dark Red interior. Powered by a smooth-running 400ci V8, it represents an increasingly rare opportunity to own one of Lincoln's most iconic full-size luxury coupes.
The 1955 Lincoln Capri represented the pinnacle of American luxury motoring during the mid-1950s, combining bold styling, smooth V8 power, and premium comfort into one distinguished package. As one of Lincoln’s flagship offerings during the era, the Capri showcased the brand’s transition into longer, lower, and more refined automobiles built for effortless highway cruising. This particular 1955 Lincoln Capri Sedan is finished in an elegant black exterior and retains much of its classic mid-century charm throughout. Showing approximately 69,091 miles, this full-size luxury sedan offers collectors a wonderful opportunity to experience the craftsmanship, styling, and road presence that made Lincoln one of America’s premier luxury manufacturers during the Eisenhower era.
Flip through the history books of automotive, and you'll find some machines so iconic that they would never survive in today's world of making things bite-sized to suit the needs of multiple stakeholders. The 60s brought about the muscle cars, but during that time Lincoln was churning out motors that would don size and features that are otherworldly, and luxury to match. Present today is a page from the Lincoln guidebook to making a machine that turns heads and takes shape with this 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V. Hailing from Palm Desert, California and with just 48,114 miles on its clock, this is a true definition of a land yacht that has survived extinction and is ready for its new custodian.
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