Vehicle Description
2 Door Hardtop Only 40,706 Actual Miles! Spectacular condition. One
of only 444 produced. Fitted with EVERY option, including rare and
desired factory air conditioning (1 of 98) and padded dash (very
rare).
We are proud to offer this museum quality Mark II to the most
astute collector, investor or enthusiast who understands the rarity
and investment potential of this great American motorcar.
At this year's 2017 New York Auto Show, this car was displayed and
made headlines. Photographers and writers flocked to it.
Bloomberg.com listed and pictured it in their "Best In Class"
feature and gave it honor by naming it "Class President". It went
on to say "It doesn't get classier than this vintage whip from Ford
Motor's budding luxury brand." It was also featured on the website
of the prestigious Automobile Magazine and numerous other
international publications. In addition, this was a feature car in
the Saratoga Auto Museums Collection this summer.
This timeless beauty is one of the last American cars to be
handcrafted, discontinued partly because they were too expensive to
manufacture. In 1957, there were only 444 built including power
steering, brakes, windows including vent windows, power seats, AM
Town & Country radio, power antenna and a self-regulating clock.
Purchased new, it eclipsed even the Rolls Royce as it retailed for
the whopping price tag of $10,000 at that time and was delivered in
a fleece-lined canvas envelope to protect its finish while in
transit. Even at that price, Ford lost $1,000 per vehicle.
This Mark II is muscled by a 368 CI engine which was specially
made, blue printed and balanced for this model and breathes via
dual exhaust. It also includes a 3 Speed Automatic Transmission.
The finest, butter soft, handcrafted "Bridge of Weir" Scottish
leather throughout the interior adds to the luxury of an already
deluxe, smooth ride.
John Reinhart was the chief stylist. Famed auto designer Gord
Buehrig of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Co. was chief body engineer
and the man responsible for the stainless steel pipes and the long
lower look.
There have been three meticulous owners of this beauty. The most
recent of which owned it for 27 years during which it was driven
less than 5,000 miles. Maintained in like-new pristine condition
for 60 years and remains immaculate with all gauges working.
The recipient of numerous Best of Show awards in competitive arenas
with up to 600 cars participating, she also won Third Place at
Hershey. Maintained for years in as-new condition (with an open
checkbook) by East Coast Restorations in Long Island, NY. This is
truly one of the best that you can find. It's original owner,
Edward Gaylord was a visionary and devoted auto enthusiast. He and
his brother owned Gaylord Concept Cars, an outstanding industry
automotive leader. Their company built leading-edge prototype
automobiles for Detroit's Big 3. Other famous owners of the
Continental include Elvis Presley, Elizabeth Taylor, President
Dwight D. Eisenhower, Louis Prima, Barry Goldwater, Frank Sinatra,
Nelson Rockefeller, Spike Jones and the Shah of Iran.
This is one of the rarest of the 444 1957 Continental Mark II's
built. This car has had one quality repaint and no bodywork or
rust. It is a true mint original, better than a barn find because
each of its owner's commitments to retain its as-new
presentation.
Winning bidder also receives Manuals accumulated by past
owners.
• Data Book
• Owner's Manual
• Service Information Manual
• Technical Data Manual
• Body Parts Catalog
• Chassis Parts Catalog
Also Included are:
• 1/25th scale White Flywheel Deluxe Aluminum Mark II Model Car
(1950's Vintage in Original Box)
• 1/18th scale Diecast Metal White Mark II Model Car in unopened
original box
• Original Jar of Blue Coral Preservation Sealer
ESTIMATE: $75,000 - $95,000
