The Ford 385 460 cubic-inch was available, except in California, as optional equipment until 1978. Few curves were added to the body, with the exception of a body accent line on the fenders and doors. The 361 Lincoln engine and automatic transmission. Led by , the team consisted of John Reinhart chief stylist , chief body engineer; designer of the , and chief engineer. Initial Sample Inspection To ensure all parts met standards, all inspections were deliberately scheduled earlier than normal to allow the process to slow down to allow for potential rejections to take place. It did not use chrome, two-tone paint, or sharp styling cues to accentuate its beauty.
For 1958 to 1960, the Continental nameplate made a return, becoming the flagship variant of the Lincoln product range. If you drove this car in 1956-1957…. Throughout the years, our classic car dealership has built its reputation as one of the most trusted providers of classic cars to enthusiasts, collectors or investors. In 1998 the horsepower was further increased after the throttle body was enlarged and better flowing cylinder heads were adapted. The information on this vehicle has been supplied by the owner.
Tinted glass, SureTrak anti-lock brakes, and automatic climate-controlled air-conditioning became standard. Customers had trouble differentiating the two. If you deem the vehicle is not as represented upon personal inspection, we will not only refund your deposit, but will also reimburse your airfare at the cost of a coach ticket. In 1973, a new federally mandated 5 mph bumper was installed. An automatic headlamp dimmer could be ordered, meaning that it would dim automatically for oncoming cars. Its general manager was William Clay 'Bill' Ford, son of Edsel Ford and grandson of Henry Ford. It can do the ¼ mile 80 mph in 18 seconds.
Click on the 'See other Listings' in the upper right hand corner. Initially meeting with rejection from upper Ford management, in 1953, design work was approved to bring a successor to the Continental to production. Call us any time 10:00 a. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. The advertised mileage represents the actual miles when the car was posted online. There are no mechanical guarantees, expressed or implied. It had a tachometer and power steering and brakes.
There never was a model designated as a Lincoln or Continental Mark I. The onset of the 1958 recession accelerated the demise of the Continental Division. It still shared a platform with the Thunderbird and in many respects, were similar. . Longitudinal acceleration for the 1957 6. The car was protected by a fleece lined cloth cover wrapped in a big plastic bag. These elite motorcars were built largely by hand to exacting standards.
We offer truly unique and beautiful motorcars for sale. For the entire 1956 model year, another 1300 were sold. Even though the best year was in 1968, sales had begun in 1968. If it is not feasible for you to personally perform an inspection, we will gladly help facilitate an inspection by an independent service center of your choice and will make delivery arrangements of the vehicle for this purpose. They are not only beautiful but powerful as well. .
What could be better for Ford's new super-luxury car than a hardtop that could actually transform itself into a convertible? Harmonic resonance has to be countered with this type of alteration. Bentley had used the name Continental on their model line, adding to the ambiance and prestige. This included a computer message center, digital instruments, keyless entry and more. Receiving Inspection In place of samples being inspected for the first time at the assembly plant, 100% of parts are inspected by suppliers, with the factory becoming a secondary inspection. There were four designer editions offered: Bill Blass Edition, Cartier Edition, Givenchy Edition, and Pucci Edition. Its general manager was William Clay 'Bill' Ford, son of Edsel Ford and grandson of Henry Ford.
Kaiser, Howard Johnson, the Shah of Iran, and many other celebrities owned them. We do not manufacture our product. The chassis was also reinforced by modifications. The Lincoln 368 cubic-inch V8 was matted to a Lincoln three-speed automatic transmission. In its introductory year, nearly 31,000 examples were produced.
The name Continental was inspired by the 1940s Lincoln Continental powered by a large 12-cylinder engine. Both front seats were power adjustable, but for an additional cost additional power adjustments could be installed. Kaiser, Howard Johnson, the Shah of Iran, and many other celebrities owned them. We work closely with many banking institutions that understand and recognize the collector value of classic cars and view them as an investment, which allows us to help you get the financing you need so that you can have the car you have dreamed of. In the back was the signature spare-tire bulge, though no spare-tire was housed in this enclosure.