- Car Location: New York
- Reported to be a numbers matching car
- Most original paper work available
- White exterior
- Saddle Brown interior
- Some maintenance records available
- Continental convertible
- Electric top functions
- Original Hub Caps available
- Aftermarket Powder coated black wheels
- Only a few hundred miles reported on the tires
- Original white car
- Aftermarket sound system
- 2 10" subs under the seat
- 8 speakers throughout vehicle
The Lincoln Continental made its name in 1939 as a full-size luxury car when it was introduced to the world. The car at that time had European ‘Continental’ styling cues which set it apart from array of American competitors at that time. Lincoln a division of Ford Motor Company, is still in the business of manufacturing luxury cars and SUVs as well. The Lincoln Continental stands out as the pinnacle, with its priority of features, styling and comfort over performance and handling. With regards to its styling, the Lincoln Continental has been awarded a Bronze Medal by the Industrial Design Institute (IDI) in 1961, a rare feat for a vehicle. Our subject vehicle, a 1965 third generation Lincoln Continental Convertible is a four-door convertible which is extremely rare in the automotive world. It comes from New York, is in very good condition and is reported to be a numbers-matching car as the icing on the cake.
Exterior and Interior
This 1965 Lincoln Continental Convertible’s exterior remains in its original color of brilliant white, whilst riding on a set of gorgeous aftermarket black powder coated vintage style wheels wrapped in new tires with only a few hundred miles reported to be on them. The original hubcaps are also available. The interior is garnished in a mellow Saddle Brown color, perfectly communing with the white exterior. What made the 1965 Lincoln Continental distinctive was the use of fancy ‘suicide’ or ‘coach’ doors, where the rear doors are rearwards-hinged, rather than the traditional front-hinged installation. The electric top of this Continental is reported to be functioning too. Furthermore, this Continental has seen a modern upgrade in the audio department in the form of an aftermarket sound system which includes two 10” under seat sub woofers and 8 speakers scattered throughout the vehicle, a treat for any audiophile. Some maintenance records are also available though not all, also most of the original paper work is also available.
Engine
This 1965 Lincoln Continental Convertible is powered by a front mounted Ford MEL 430cu 7.0L V8 motor. Power is delivered to the rear wheels via a 3-speed Turbo-Drive automatic transmission. The powerhouse MEL engine was able to produce 315hp at the time. The MEL motor has a storied history in hot-rodding proving its endurance and versatility and serves to move this large luxury car in an appropriately stately and effortless fashion.
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 Medium Silver Metallic 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 Medium Silver Metallic 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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