As most readers can tell, a lot of the writers here are big fans of seventies luxury barges. There is simply no vehicle on the road today that has that floating-on marshmallow creme ride that these vehicles all possess. … more»
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Field Find: 1969 Lincoln Continental Mark III
Personal luxury coupes were getting their fair share of the market in the late sixties, with Lincoln re-introducing their Mark series for the ’69 model year to serve as Ford’s flagship offering for that segment. It was elegant, large,… more»
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Massive Price Drop: 1941 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet
UPDATE: 03/02/2023: Sometimes, a seller needs to bite the bullet when listing a classic and be prepared to drop their price if they don’t succeed on their first attempt. That appears to be the case with this 1941 Lincoln… more»
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Pretty and Pricey: 1956 Continental
When the Ford Motor Company decided to bring back the Continental nameplate in the early 1950s, the bar was set very high. This was to be a demonstration of Ford’s ability to produce a world-class luxury car, and they… more»
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CCCA Classic for $4,750: 1946 Lincoln Continental Coupe
One of the saddest moments in this hobby is the abandonment point. This is where you realize that, despite your best intentions, you are never going to finish your project and a fire sale has to happen. If you… more»
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17k Miles! 1959 Lincoln Continental Mark IV Convertible
The Continental has a bit of a confusing history, as the first generation cars were branded as and produced by Lincoln. But when the second generation was introduced for the 1956 model year, Ford came up with the moniker… more»
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True Barn Find! 1967 Lincoln Continental 4-Door Convertible
Lincoln’s marketing slogan for the ’67 model year was, “Come live the Continental Life”, and the Continental life was like not much other for discerning owners at the time, in a good sort of way. The coach doors alone… more»
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Stored 30 Years: 1969 Lincoln Continental
The 1958-60 Lincoln Continentals were big and garish with their slanted headlights and tailfins. Enter 1961 and these luxury automobiles went the other direction, becoming conservative and subtle in appearance. That approach better positioned Lincoln to compete with the… more»
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Dr. Sam Sheppard’s 1947 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet V12!
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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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
