The Lincoln Continental Mark IV is an excellent example of ’70s luxury. Equipped with tons of amenities and comfort it makes the daily commute something to look forward to. Finding an original example is tricky. This example is said to be largely original and has 87k actual original miles. It is listed on eBay for auction. The bidding ends Sunday, November 15th.
The exterior is finished in Maize Yellow and is said to be original. The car was reportedly garage-kept and rarely driven in rough weather which explains its exceptional condition. Opera windows are present in this example which typically suggests a higher trim level. The chrome is also original and appears to be in great condition. Allegedly this car is rust-free. This is certainly a survivor.
The interior appears to be in great condition and is free of blemishes, creases, or damage. The seller notes that the interior is original and the owners applied leather softener to the seats twice a year. It is very apparent that this car has been diligently cared for throughout its life by its family and we can hope the next owner does the same. The interior still has the same level of luxury as it did when new. It is equipped with a Cartier clock, climate control, power steering, power brakes, power seats, power locks, power antenna, power trunk, and cruise control. The car has a new stereo installed but the original 8-track system accompanies the car.
A 460 cubic inch V8 sends power to the wheels via a 3-speed automatic transmission. Much like the rest of the car, the engine bay appears to be in excellent condition. The car is said to drive and shift great. The Lincoln comes with its factory brochure and manual. This car was clearly owned by a very passionate and responsible owner. If you are a collector, or just someone who wants an extremely well-cared for example this car is for you. Bid on eBay before the auction ends Sunday.
Looks like a nice Mark. I’ll admit that soft yellow with beige wouldn’t be my first choice, but that said, to me it doesn’t look bad. I think it would be fun to own one of these huge coupes and use it for don’t-be-in-a-hurry cruises down vacant rural two-lanes, preferably ones with pleasant scenery to enjoy.
💯 Bob.
A very big gas guzzler, and also the odometer no’s don’t line up. Suspision there? maybe.
That effect was quite common on mechanical odometers the period, particularly when a major milestone hit, such as every 1,000 miles or 10,000 miles. I wouldn’t worry about it too much. Modern electronic odometer displays don’t have that problem, so younger readers may not be familiar with it.
The energy absorbering bumpers definitely take away from the clean lines, adds a boat dock look to it know wonder there aren’t any rear pictures because it is even a more noticeable hideous look with the continental design. 😂
Imo it looks to good to have 187,000 miles. There is a rear picture in the eBay ad. Incredible ad, lots of pictures and descriptions.
Uncompromised beauty class and luxury. IMHO
This was when the T-Bird shared a platform with these, and had reached maximum bloat, before the two (2) “Fuel Crises” kicked in and forced a downsizing of the T-Bird in 1977. The T-Bird got the 429 as the standard motor, with the 460 as an option, while the Mark got the 460 as standard equipment until 1975, when the T-Bird got an engine upgrade to cope with declining power outputs as the emissions controls sapped ever more power from the engines. 1974 was the last year for leaded gas, before catalytic converters and unleaded gas became the norm in the 1975 model year.
I rode in one when my we went skiing with my father’s boss, who owned one as his company car. Dad and his boss rode in front, me, my brother and the boss’ son rode in back.
Unless someone pulled the engine and did a full resto on the engine bay? I’d believe the milage. Someone’s going to get a nice Mark, for a fairly decent price. Love these old Lincolns!
This one’s darn near perfect, but if I owned it, the first thing I’d do is replace the carburetor with some form of EFI, to cure the otherwise awful drivability of these cars, thanks to the primitive mid-1970’s anti-smog gear! They stumbled, hesitated, stalled and Dieseled their way through the seventies, and the only thing that made it worse was the weak as wash water unleaded gasoline of the period that would follow the next model year, in 1975. The Feds mandated that all engines be compatible with low-lead and no-lead gasoline by the 1970 model year, so that shouldn’t be a problem, but the reduced compression ratios necessary to prevent engine knock and oxides of Nitrogen formation with the lower octane fuels didn’t help either power output or fuel economy. Some machine work on the heads along with EFI would help solve both problems.
SOLD for $8,850.