Vehicle Description
1942 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet Desirable Black exterior with
Tan leather Date of Original Build and Dealership Delivery 1 of 136
Cabriolets built in 1942 Same New Mexico Owner for 43 Years 337ci
V8 �Flathead engine with side draft carburetor Original Overdrive
Transmission Recent Partial Restoration Electric Soft Top
�MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to present this handsome and
rarely seen 1942 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet that has resided
with the same New Mexico owner since 1970...43 years! One really
had to be on the top rung of the social ladder to even own one of
these! This is a truly forties icon classic, finished in a deep
rich black paint job shows extremely well with only minor
imperfections visible upon close inspection. Both the front and
rear bumpers fit nicely and compliment the body. The vehicle's
electrical convertible top is a beautiful contrasting Tan
"Stayfast" layered waterproof material. Paint and body shows
extremely well with no visible evidence of repair or damage that we
could find. The interior continues the theme of the exterior with
the tan cloth/leather and front split bench seats and rear bench
seat and all look great with no major signs of wear visible wear.
The door panels and dashboard are designed to match the exterior of
the car and look fantastic. This vehicle's recent restoration
included media prep and paint. New mohair and leather interior.
Carpets, trunk and convertible top by Al Knoch, windshield wipers
inoperable. Grille and dash appointments present the car as a
1946-47 rather than a 1942 model. This 1 of 136 �Lincoln
Continental Cabriolets built in 1942 features a (1949-1951) 337 cu
in. 152 hp Flathead V8 (rebuilt by the New Mexico owner of 43
years) adapted to the original overdrive transmission! The car has
been delicately driven weekly in a dry southwestern climate, and
has always been garaged. The car has a metric odometer since it
resided in Mexico City for many years and used by the Chief of
Police. The car was imported back to the United States in the
1960's where ownership resulted in good stewardship and enjoyment
by Classic Car owners in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, New Mexico. The
car is currently driven about 400 kilometers a year. Included are
the list of repairs and modifications, restoration material, parts
catalogs and photographs, service bulletins, Special Anniversary
books and Authenticity manual. "Lincoln Continental Owners Club"�
articles and magazines, copies of the original owners manual and
even some spare parts! This extremely good looking and well
equipped Continental will delight even the most discerning early
classic car collector or enthusiast. The Lincoln Motor
Company�(also known simply as�Lincoln) is a division of the Ford
Motor Company�that sells luxury vehicles�under the Lincoln brand.
Lincoln Continentals from 1939 to 1941 shared largely the same body
design with each other; based on the Lincoln Zephyr, the
Continental received few updates from year to year. For the 1942
model year, all Lincoln models were given squared-up fenders, and a
revised grille. The result was a boxier, somewhat heavier look in
keeping with then-current design trends, but perhaps less graceful
in retrospect. 1942 production was shortened, following the entry
of the United States into World War II; which�led to the suspension
of production of automobiles for civilian use. The 1939-1948
Continental is recognized as a "Full Classic" by the Classic Car
Club of America, one of the last-built cars to be so recognized. As
of 2015, the 1948 Lincoln Continental and 1948 Lincoln are the last
cars produced and sold by a major U.S. automaker with a V12 engine
These Lincolns are becoming increasingly hard to find in such solid
well kept condition. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!! Be sure to check out our
1948 Lincoln Continentals! Current mileage on the odometer shows
69,988 kilometers, it is sold as is and is mileage exempt. The car
is being sold on a clean & clear title. VIN: H135292
