The general public embracing a captivating murder mystery certainly isn’t anything new in pop culture, especially one that garnered as much attention from the media as the Dr. Sam Sheppard accusation, trial, conviction, re-trial, and exoneration received beginning in… more»
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Sep 30, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Locked 15 Years: 1965 Lincoln Continental
In the luxury automobile segment in the 1960s, it was almost always Cadillac – Lincoln – and Imperial, in that order, when it came to sales. But Lincoln would continue to do things to set itself apart and sell… more»
Aug 31, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
42k Original Miles: 1973 Lincoln Continental
When an enthusiast embarks on a quest for a classic car to park in their garage, the best strategy is to start the process by compiling a list of requirements. Beyond the preferred make and model, they should decide… more»
Aug 16, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Bob Hope’s Car? 1961 Lincoln Continental
Lincoln redesigned the Continental in 1961, dropping the over-the-top styling that had defined the 1958-60 editions. They were more conservative in appearance but lacked none of the creature comforts that would also appeal to Cadillac and Imperial people. The… more»
Aug 10, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Factory Air: 1956 Continental Mark II
When I saw the listing for this 1956 Continental Mark II, it made me wonder whether there are any manufacturers that haven’t produced a “halo” model. Okay, maybe Trabant is a candidate, but the list will be short. The… more»
Aug 1, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Overlooked Classic: 1956 Continental Mark II
In the world of classic cars, some vehicles are simply not selling for what they should. Often these vehicles were not very successful in the marketplace despite fine craftsmanship and great styling. A perfect example of this underappreciated group… more»
Jul 17, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Well-Preserved Luxury Liner: 1972 Lincoln Continental Mark IV
If you want to transport yourself back to the 1970s in luxurious style, look no further than this 1972 Lincoln Continental Mark IV. Advertising of the day positioned Lincoln as “the final step up.” I’m not sure about that,… more»
Jun 18, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Same Owner 24 Years: 1966 Lincoln Continental
For the first time in five years, the Lincoln Continental would be an all-new car for 1966. The buying public responded positively by scooping up nearly 15,000 more copies than they did the year before. On sedans and convertibles,… more»
May 15, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
First Year Mark! 1956 Continental Mark II
Synonymous with luxury, the Lincoln Continental spanned through ten generations of cars, and while it took a pause here and there the Continental nameplate ultimately lasted until just a couple of years ago when it was put to rest… more»
Apr 8, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
1 of 350: 1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet
The 1940 Lincoln Continental set a new standard for luxury cars made in the U.S. It would be the last American-built automobile produced with V12 power. In the car’s first year in production (1940), only 404 copies were assembled… more»
Apr 3, 2022 • For Sale • 5 Comments
1-of-1: 1940 Lincoln-Zephyr Continental Club Coupe
The 1940 model year was a banner one for Lincoln. Sales figures for that year revealed that an incredible 22,046 buyers had driven away in one of their vehicles. However, they still managed to retain their vital air of… more»
Mar 30, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
1 of 444: 1957 Continental Mark II
The Mark II was Ford Motor Company’s image car in the 1950s, produced in limited quantities to compete with the likes of Rolls-Royce. Rumor has it that Ford lost money on every one of them that they built. It… more»
Mar 15, 2022 • For Sale • 26 Comments
1 of 400: 1941 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet
If there were ever a Mt. Rushmore of great Lincoln designs, the elegant 1940-1941 Lincoln Continental would certainly be on it. These low production classics (only 400 cabriolets and 850 coupes were produced in 1941; even fewer in 1940)… more»
Mar 14, 2022 • For Sale • 29 Comments
9k Mile Survivor? 1977 Lincoln Continental
The Continental dominated Lincoln production for 55 years – until 2020 when the company decided to focus exclusively on crossovers and SUVs. The car’s fifth-generation was built between 1970-79, including this ’77 edition which has been off the road… more»
Jan 30, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
1 of 850: 1941 Lincoln Continental
The 1941 Lincoln Continental was the epitome of luxurious cars in the 1930s-40s. So much so that a couple of them were chosen to appear in The Godfather movie of 1972. The seller thinks this one was featured in… more»
Jan 23, 2022 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Museum Find: 1957 Continental Mark II
Do cars belong in museums? It is an interesting topic, and it will ignite views from both sides of the fence. While I deem it essential to preserve classic cars, I always feel that they deserve an opportunity to… more»
