1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe

400ci V8 | 3-Speed Automatic | Original & Dated Tires

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LOT #

260760821

Classic Car

Vehicle Price$23,500
Pre-Delivery Service Charge$1,299
Total Price$24,799
Advertised price includes the $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge. Price does not include taxes, tag, registration, or other mandatory government charges.
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Estimated: $243.27/mo
Estimated payment assumes 20% down, 9.5% APR, and 120-month term. Actual rates may vary.
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Make:
Model:
VIN:
8Y81S942554
Lot Number:
260760821
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
1,219 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
400ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Dove Gray
Interior Color:
Dark Red
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Ohio
  • 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe
  • 400ci V8
  • 4-Barrel Motorcraft Carburetor
  • 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Dove Gray Exterior
  • Dark Red Interior
  • Gray Vinyl Landau Roof
  • Power Front Bench Seat
  • Automatic Climate Control
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
  • Cruise Control
  • Turbine-Style Wheel Covers
  • Opera Windows

Overview of 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe For Sale by Owner

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.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe showcases the elegant styling that made Lincoln one of America's premier luxury marques. Finished in Dove Gray, the body is complemented by a Gray Vinyl Landau Roof that enhances its formal appearance, while signature opera windows emphasize the Town Coupe's distinctive profile. Wide chrome bumpers, a stately upright grille, factory wheel covers, and the car's impressive proportions combine to create an unmistakable road presence that remains timeless decades later. The interior of this 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe is trimmed in Dark Red and reflects Lincoln's commitment to comfort and craftsmanship. A spacious power front bench seat provides plush seating for long-distance cruising, while richly finished woodgrain interior trim adds warmth and sophistication throughout the cabin. Automatic climate control helps maintain a comfortable environment regardless of the weather, and factory cruise control makes highway travel effortless. Every detail was designed with passenger comfort in mind, delivering the quiet, relaxed driving experience that defined American luxury in the late 1970s.

Engine

Powering this 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe is Ford's dependable 400ci V8, equipped with a 4-barrel Motorcraft carburetor to deliver smooth, effortless performance. Mated to a proven 3-speed automatic transmission, the drivetrain channels power to the rear wheels with the relaxed character expected from a full-size luxury coupe. Tuned to prioritize quiet operation and low-end torque, the V8 provides confident acceleration and comfortable highway cruising, making this Continental an ideal companion for leisurely weekend drives, classic car events, or adding a true piece of American automotive history to any collection.

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