Continental

Original Leather Interior: 1948 Lincoln Continental With 13k Genuine Miles

This 1948 Lincoln Continental is a stunning car, and its exterior presentation suggests it has undergone a cosmetic refresh. However, that doesn’t extend to the interior that retains its beautiful Blue leather trim in exceptional condition. The engine bay… more»

33k Garage Find! 1997 Lincoln Continental 32v V8

If you wanted a 32 valve Ford V8 in 1997, you could pony up to the Mustang Cobra, or you could buy one of two Lincolns:  the two-door Mark VIII or a Continental. That was it. This 1997 Lincoln… more»

Low Mile Survivor: 1970 Continental Mark III

An airport is the perfect location to take photos of a 1970 Continental Mark III, in my opinion. The image of a jet-setting money-is-no-object owner, flying off to some exotic location to check on a bridge engineering project in… more»

1965 Lincoln Continental 4-Door Convertible

It’s on my bucket list to ride in the back seat of a Lincoln Continental 4-Door Convertible with the top down and the wind blowing through my thinning hair. I really want to experience “the ride of a luxurious… more»

19k Original Miles: 1975 Lincoln Continental Mark IV

It seems like there are still quite a few decades-old Lincoln cars in the marketplace that are either low-mileage examples or in exceptionally well-preserved condition, and sometimes a combination of the two, that is if a potential buyer is… more»

Affordable Luxury: 1997 Lincoln Continental With 33k Original Miles

With our society seemingly moving at a frantic pace, many people wish to step back, draw breath, and enjoy the finer things in life. Some will turn their attention to hobbies like fishing, while others will immerse themselves in… more»

Not Enough Room: 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe

I have heard many reasons why an enthusiast might choose to part with a classic, but the one behind this 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe is one of the more unusual. The seller purchased the car as an investment… more»

Luxurious Pink Driver: 1959 Lincoln Continental Mark IV

When the cycle comes around for my wife and I to buy a new car, I always focus on a decent price, a salesperson who’s easy to talk to, finding one with just the right equipment, and maximizing our… more»

Trailer-Stored 54 Years: 1947 Lincoln Continental

The Continental enjoyed a long and healthy run at Lincoln from 1939 to 2020. The pre-and post-war editions were extremely luxurious and just 738 Continental convertibles were built in 1947 alone (warmed-over, pre-war models). This one is said to… more»

V12 Barn Find: 1948 Lincoln Continental

For a car with a very limited production volume, post-war Lincoln Continentals, such as today’s 1948 Find, have made a lot of appearances here on Barn Finds. I have always found the ’46-’48 editions to be menacing looking and… more»

Sized for Comfort! 1973 Lincoln Continental Sedan

Foundational bluesman Howlin’ Wolf chided listeners not to “call me fat,” because he was “Built for comfort… (not) for speed,” and Lincoln described its 1973 Continentals as “sized for comfort.” Keep the fat jokes to yourself regarding this 1973… more»

Bill Blass Edition: 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V

Edsel Ford is credited with ushering Lincoln upscale with a makeover of the Model L in 1923, which was the beginning of something big. In just a few short years, the company elevated its profile to compete with Cadillac,… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1967 Lincoln Continental Convertible

The 1967 model year was significant for the Fourth Generation Lincoln Continental because declining sales led to the demise of the Convertible variant at the year’s end. That makes our feature car a rare creature that represents a promising… more»

27k Mile Survivor? 1979 Lincoln Continental

The Continental was one of Lincoln’s most popular automobiles, offered on and off between 1940 and 2020. It competed head-to-head with the Cadillac de Ville for much of that time. One of the slower-selling versions was the 2-door hardtop,… more»

Mark IV Survivor: 1976 Lincoln Continental

The 1970s Lincoln Continental Mark IV was a true land yacht. In production from 1972 to 1976, it was up to 228 inches in length by 1976 (a full 19 feet) and weighed more than 5,200 lbs. That automobile… more»

Barn Find Project: 1962 Lincoln Continental Convertible

To try and pick a favorite Lincoln Continental body style would be a daunting task for me, but a couple of features that stand out for the fourth-generation line-up make this one a strong contender, for my tastes anyway. … more»

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