- Seller: Cosmopolitan Motors (Contact)
- Location: Bremerton, Washington
- Mileage: 67,925 Shown
- Chassis #: TK
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: 460 cubic inch Lincoln V8
- Transmission: Automatic
Was the Continental Mark III the true harbinger of the cushy, luxurious big coupes of the 1970s? It certainly wasn’t the first personal luxury car; the four-seat Thunderbird, Buick Riviera, Oldsmobile Toronado, and Cadillac Eldorado (the front-drive variant) all beat it to market. But somehow, the Mark outglitzed them all, and Lee Iacocca and his product planners had done it again. Today, the Mark III is a bit of an underappreciated collectible, and you can find nice ones like this Dark Brown Metallic example for very reasonable prices by today’s standards. If you like the elegant yet slightly menacing lines and “almost a custom” roofline of these big Lincolns, you can buy this one on Barn Finds Auctions.
In 1970, the big-block Ford still made big-block power, and the 460 was the standard and only engine option in the Mark III. It was rated at 365 horsepower and 500 lb.-ft. of torque, and with a standard C6 automatic and 2.80:1 gears in the 9″ Ford rearend, it’s a distinct possibility that you’ll have to keep an eye on the speedometer. Fortunately, this one appears to have cruise control, which was a worthwhile option when your quiet luxury car is capable of sports car top speeds. The seller says that the braking, cooling, and air conditioning systems have been recently serviced, so the car is ready to drive.
The luxurious interior of this 67,000-mile car is original. It has the optional “vinyl-with-leather” upholstery in what appears to be medium brown (there were so many browns in 1970!), which complements the wood trim well. The Mark III had a standard Cartier clock; Lincoln had a long relationship with that luxury brand, even offering Cartier Lincolns for decades. I’ve always liked the sporty steering wheel of the Mark III, and although few could argue that the big Continental had sporting pretensions, its effortless power might make you think so, if you suspend your disbelief just a little bit.
The big, lined trunk is still in excellent condition and could still hold all the luggage you and a date might need for a weekend getaway. It does appear to be missing one piece of trim over the passenger wheel well, but otherwise, it’s indicative of its low mileage. This car is a rust-free two-owner car that has spent its life in Arizona; the selling dealer said that owner number two, who is now in his 80s, said that this was the best car he ever owned. If you’re interested in becoming owner number three, bid now!
Bid On This Auction
Escargot42 bid $3,700.00 2025-07-03 12:06:03
Steve bid $3,600.00 2025-07-02 12:25:08- Escargot42 bid $3,500.00 2025-07-02 08:37:39
Corky bid $2,000.00 2025-06-30 12:06:38- Steve bid $1,500.00 2025-06-27 08:43:19
The description of the car says it has a 302, a 3 speed manual, and 96,000 miles. The actual article says different. I believe the article. These are awesome cars, my dad had one and it was a great car. Too bad he got rid of it before I got my license. :(
I have one it’s a White one with White Vinyl top. It was painted with marine white rubber-ish paint with a 3/8 ” gold stripe down each side.
The interior is tooled brown leather. Reworked 460 V/8 and chrome wire wheels original wheels. The mileage is 79,000 miles no not for sale just proud.
Could you a lot more in the description, what is that on hood? A Tach? Love these cars, very close to me, like to know more.
That is the sensor for the automatic headlight dimmer. Cool feature but didn’t always dim the lights soon enough.
The one on my Mark V had a habit of going off when the light from my headlights would reflect back from the car bumper in front of me …
Looks like the eye for auto headlight dimming?
Cadillac had a similar option to automatically dim your headlights in response to oncoming traffic. It was called “Autronic Eye”. Instead of being outside, it sat inside on the dash. Had that in my 1959 Sedan de Ville.
“But somehow, the Mark outglitzed them all, and Lee Iacocca and his product planners had done it again.” I agree, the product planners got it right. But to my eye the glitz on this car actually showed a bit of restraint, which gives it a clean, stately look.
I had a 69 Mark III in white black leather interior and black vinyl top. It had 50,000 brought for $1,800 back in 84. It was straight clean no rust. Man i loved that ride. Until one rainy day I was rear ended and destroyed my Lincoln! 😢They ran away found out it was a stolen car. My insurance paid me and then drop me. I would love to have this one. But, it’s too far. .Good luck to the next owner. 🐻🇺🇸
Almost as nice as my 1970
Mine is 1of 2
I have a deluxe Marty report to back it up.
I wouldn’t sell mine for anything under 20 Gs
Epitomizes luxury coupe vehicle. Very powerful and comfortable. Love it.
These are good cars and will be a future collectible for sure. this is a great price but I’m sure it will go for more. These cars are not good on gas almost 5000 lbs so if your looking for something with economy this is not it- basically something u can cruise on weekends unless u have deep pockets to continually feed it….. but all this power and luxury was definitely to combat against the el dorado car looks to be in great shape but don’t forget pictures can be misleading if u are serious pay an outfit to go out there and check it out it will be money well spent and is not really that much u can possibly save yourself a lot of heartache
looks like a French connection here
These were fantastic CARS! ‘Do not forget that for one brief shining moment, there was a magical kingdom called Camelot and that a Mark III was parked in the driveway’ according to Motor Trend. This car was the best of the best. Today, Lincoln has totally forgotten what an American luxury car actually is, let alone how to manufacture one! All they do are assemble parts from foreign lands and call them Lincolns and Fords. Pathetic!
This is a pretty car in & out. I’m partial to brown and tan so this fits the bill for me. l can picture Frank Cannon standing outside the car, driver door open and yapping on the portable phone. Looks to be almost perfect insIide. I de. Ca Can’t backspace again so posting. GRRR!
Paging Frank Cannon…
I have a 71 with just under 72,000 needs a little attention but is a great plain canvas ! It’s been 18 yrs since it has run! Patiently waiting to hear it come to life!