- Seller: Bryan R (Contact)
- Location: Hanover Park, Illinois
- Mileage: 152,000 Shown
- Chassis #: 9Y89S715558
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: 400 cui V8
- Transmission: C6 Automatic
This 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V is powered by a 400ci V8 paired with a C6 three-speed automatic transmission and was acquired by the seller in New Mexico before being relocated to Illinois in 1996. The car is said to have been garage-kept during current ownership and reportedly has never been driven in snow or exposed to road salt. Showing 152,000 miles, this Mark V is described by the seller as an original survivor retaining its factory paint, glass, and interior. It is now offered with a clean Illinois title, factory manuals, spare parts, and additional A/C components.
The 400ci V8 sends power to the rear wheels through a C6 automatic transmission. The seller reports that the car runs and drives well, and additional videos have been provided showing the vehicle in operation. A new cat-back exhaust system was installed last summer, and the car rides on tires reportedly installed within the last 2,000 miles.
Finished in its original paint, the exterior is described as unrestored and retains its original glass and trim. Detailed photos supplied by the seller show body details, trim, weatherstripping, and exterior surfaces in closer detail. The seller states that the car has been garage-kept and emphasizes its dry-climate origins in New Mexico prior to relocation to Illinois in 1996.
The interior is described as original and presents as a preserved example of late-1970s Lincoln luxury, featuring woodgrain trim, plush seating, and factory instrumentation. The seller describes the car as “the very definition of a survivor,” and has provided photos and videos to document the interior condition. It certainly looks like a comfortable place to be and is ready for Sunday drives or longer trips.
Air conditioning is currently inoperative due to a leaking evaporator. The seller states that a replacement evaporator is included in the sale along with an accumulator and more than enough R12 refrigerant to recharge the system once repairs are completed. Additional items include a full set of factory service manuals, a spare carburetor, spare power window switches, and a replacement window motor.
The seller notes that this Mark V carries family significance, having been their father’s final car and originally intended to remain in the family. Following a recent family loss, the decision was made to pass “Mr. Lincoln” on to its next caretaker. So, will you be the next person to enjoy this big Lincoln? If so, submit your bids below and feel free to leave questions in the comment section.
Bid On This Auction
MikeM bid $900.00 2026-05-26 10:52:11
Escargot42 bid $800.00 2026-05-26 10:34:09
Sergey bid $700.00 2026-05-23 22:13:24- Escargot42 bid $500.00 2026-05-20 12:55:44
I have always liked Lincoln’s. The Mark series were my favorites. However, this one does not impress me. It looks rather tired. With 150,000 miles on it, it would’ve been considered junk by consumers of the era. Cars didn’t last much longer than 100,000 miles when I was growing up, and this Lincoln is past its prime.
Sad, but true Dave. 75-85k on dino oil inconsistently changed let’em wear out early. And, younthful leadfoot-itis and not paying attention to the Shell Answerman contributed mightily…. IMHO….
Any amount over $2400 would be folly. I thought these only came with a 460.
With the EPA standards getting more strict, efforts to increase mileage on those wonderful boulevard barges, Lincoln moved the 400-2V to the standard engine list for its cars in 1977 with the 460-4V as an option. By 1979 the only available engine was the “almost too weak” 400-2V.
Whoever did the touch-up on the paint was certainly no expert, Looks terrible! I agree with others, this Lincoln looks very tired and is just waiting for someone to take it to it’s final resting place.
In a scene from the movie ‘THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER’ the character played by Adam Baldwin (a C.I.A. analyst) is briefing a group of government officials, military men and president’s National Security advisor in a closed door meeting at the Pentagon, and in an attempt to describe the size of the Russian Submarine ‘RED OCTOBER’ he says “It’s roughly the size of a WWII aircraft carrier” much like this 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V.
Boyo, boyo, and I thought that I was a rough reviewer…here we have someone who elected to list their car through BF.
Admittedly, their cherished vehicle doesn’t have to be cherished by anyone other than the potential buyer, but this could be a legitimate, inexpensive, well-used, A to B conveyance. Sure, the touchups are elementary, but if they protected the finish, then well-applied, sir.
What I would like to see is what is under that dash pad. A bunch of years in the US SW can be ferocious. Even if by now, it has spent more time in IL than NM. What say, Bryan? A pic or two more?
Man, you guys are brutal. This Mark V ( not a designer series) is almost 50 years old that was obviously cherished by its owner who drove it as transportation, not as a future museum artifact. Yeah the touch ups in the paint aren’t a perfect match but they took the time to fix the nicks. The interior looks very decent for its age. This is a car you can do mechanical mods to and not feel guilty about ( 4V intake, cam etc…) and enjoy driving it. I’d consider putting a vinyl roof back on though as they were standard, non delete option