A designer Lincoln? Yes, while some low-volume, exclusive manufacturers do occasionally collaborate with big names in the fashion industry for limited editions, making designer versions of mass production luxury cars is almost unheard of. But the late 70s were a wilder time, and the design departments in Detroit made up for what the engine departments lacked thanks to the emissions regulations. The Mark V was made from 1977 to 1979, and the successful designer edition concept from its predecessor continued, with the Cartier, Givenchy, Pucci and Bill Blass editions. Each one had a unique color combination (both inside and out), seat upholstery materials, a special emblem and vinyl roof options. The Mark V became the best-selling Mark Series Continental (over total 228,000 units sold), with over 75000 sold in 1979 and 6720 being Bill Blass editions.
The only suitable word to describe the design of this car is “exquisite”. The Bill Blass Editions got an exclusive Midnight Blue Metallic and white two-tone paint, with gold-tone pinstriping. The “fake spare wheel” design element on the trunk continues, framed by the two-tone paintwork and pinstriping, with the Lincoln logo and Continental letters inside. Even with the huge chrome bumpers and grille, and the Lincoln hood ornament, the party piece at the front of the car is the pop-up quad headlamp set up. The “Blass” badging is visible on the C pillar. Further reminders of the designer are present inside the car, in the form of embroidered Bill Blass insignias. The hood may look approximately 5 miles long from the side view, but don’t let that fool you into thinking that the cabin is small by any means. The interior is blue leather with white accents, and at first glance the amply padded seats may be more at home in a living room than in a car, but the point of a Lincoln is a supremely comfortable ride (and some may argue that the Continental’s cabin is almost as big as a living room). The wood-trimmed dashboard is very 1970s, but not many cars even back then could boast having a Cartier dashboard clock.
The emissions regulations that arrived in the mid-70s meant that the cubic inch to horsepower ratio is far from impressive, with the 400ci V8 reportedly making just 179hp, but it does make 446Nm of torque to get the land yacht moving, delivered through the 3-speed C6 automatic transmission. The Mark Vs also came with four-wheel disc brakes as standard to help bring it to a stop. And at the end of the day, does the horsepower rating really matter in a car that looks and feels this special?
Lincoln, the luxury marque of Ford is best-known for their Continental. Produced sporadically between 1939 and 2020, the Continental was their full-size luxury offering. It’s a large, opulent and decadent thing that unashamedly embodies the American spirit of excess. Today’s 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V Cartier Designer Series comes from the fifth series, made between 1970 and 1977. It’s a perfect dictionary description of the popular term “Land Yacht”, and this 15,513-mile, all-original car from Toms River, New Jersey Is now up for sale. Plus, it’s a special edition trim level.
If you're looking for a literal landyacht, then this could be it. The Lincoln Continental Mark V represented the height of American personal luxury in the late 1970s, combining immense size, distinctive styling, and a wealth of comfort features. This 1977 example, offered from Nevada, Missouri, is powered by a 400ci V8 paired to a C6 3-speed automatic transmission. Showing just 37,243 miles, it presents as a well-preserved classic, capturing the spirit of 1970s luxury motoring.
There was a time not too many years ago when the name of a Lincoln product told you what purpose it was built for and how and where you should use it. The Town Car nameplate is the best example of this. Before the stretch limo versions of the 2000s, this name was attached to Lincoln’s Continental line in the 1970s. Lincoln released the fifth generation Continental in 1970 and it would stay in production until 1970 with some year-by-year changes and a major facelift in 1975 (to differentiate itself from the new Mercury Grand Marquis that it shared many components with).
Lincoln, the luxury marque of Ford is best-known for their Continental. Produced sporadically between 1939 and 2020, the Continental was their full-size luxury offering. It’s a large, opulent and decadent thing that unashamedly embodies the American spirit of excess. Today’s 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V Cartier Designer Series comes from the fifth series, made between 1970 and 1977. It’s a perfect dictionary description of the popular term “Land Yacht”, and this 15,513-mile, all-original car from Toms River, New Jersey Is now up for sale. Plus, it’s a special edition trim level.
Muscle cars are often regarded as aggressive machinery that makes their entrance with a whole lot of dramatic antics. While that statement is relevant, there is another side to muscle cars - their classic appeal is something that is overlooked when taking into account the performance they have to offer. Present today is this 1970 Ford Mustang Convertible. It's a muscle car in every right and showcases the tame side of muscle car ownership. Better yet, this lovely example has just a reported under 36,000 miles on its clock.
This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray is a comprehensively refreshed C2 example that blends classic mid-1960s design with a documented, enthusiast-focused mechanical restoration. Powered by a rebuilt 350ci naturally aspirated V8 and paired with a fully overhauled 4-speed manual transmission, the car emphasizes reliability, drivability, and mechanical integrity rather than strict numbers-matching originality. The vehicle benefits from a full mechanical restoration documented by MasterWorks Automotive Services, exceeding $13,000, providing confidence in the quality and thoroughness of the work performed.
The classic American muscle car transports you back to the days of yore like no other. Sometimes, their unique silhouette that blends vintage charm and sportiness against an orange sunset is all you need to realize “life isn’t so bad after all.” What if we tell you that you can now take one of those legends home without breaking the bank? The 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Restomod marked a turning point in the era due to evolving industry regulations. They introduced a budget-friendly option named "Heavy Chevy" offering the aggressive look of a muscle car without the high cost and insurance premiums. This staggering example of the 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle features the "Heavy Chevy" package and currently has only under 800 miles on its odometer.
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