Vehicle Description
This 1973 Lincoln Continental Town Car is about paying a little and
getting a lot. It has a big V8, luxury A/C interior, and
incomparable ride quality. And it's all packaged in a
survivor-grade luxury sedan that was lovingly cared for by only one
owner.
This is a year for lovers of intricate design. For example, the
headlight doors match the grille to give this executive sedan a
sporty appeal. There is a bright trim line that starts at the front
fender and follows the sheetmetal crease all the way along the
Continental's distinctive profile. It was built before new bumper
laws took full effect, so they remain an integral part of the
design. This was all part of Lincoln's upper class image, so it's
essential that it's as all as crisp and pristine as you see on this
example. In fact, the only upgrade we can find is that this one is
suspected to have some paint work during its life. The Ginger Brown
Metallic is factory-correct, and still coordinates nicely with the
full vinyl top, but the level of sparkle it has makes us suspect a
quality upgrade at some point.
The full tan interior has been expertly preserved. After all,
averaging less than 1,300 miles annually means little time to wear
in the car. So the moment you sink into the armchair-like comfort,
you are transformed into a world of luxury. The back seat is more
spacious than many full-sized cars today, and the giant trunk is
outfitted with more plush carpeting and a full-sized spare with its
own matching cover. In fact, with the condition of the carpets,
door panels, headliner, and wood paneling, it feels sophisticated
and elegant - like an upscale private club. And just like the best
exclusive memberships, there are plenty of perks. This includes
power windows, power locks, power seat, and the original AM/FM
stereo radio - and they're all still working correctly today! Plus,
the factory air conditioning has been upgraded to R134a to continue
keeping you cool.
Ford's smooth and refined 460 cubic inch V8 has a fantastic
presentation in the engine bay, right down to the decals. It
provides effortless performance in the Continental. This was the
beginning of the lower compression era, and since the motor is
believed to be original, that's a good thing. After all, you now
have a survivor that's already built to handle unleaded. Plus, the
big V8 retains enough torque to pull a boat. Of course, you will
likely never want to tow a yacht in this big bodied car, but it's
this kind of available strength that allows you to smoothly pull
away from the stoplight. While this is the perfect car for the
drive-in (after all, its interior is more comfortable than any
movie theater seat,) there's much more to the Town Car. It has
power steering, front disc brakes, and a three-speed automatic
transmission. So you can spend all-day Sunday cruising
effortlessly.
Are you starting to get the full picture on this one? It's such a
respected one-owner classic that it even comes with the original
dealer order form and factory buildsheet. It's the preserved luxury
cruiser with a few of the right subtle upgrades, and it can all be
yours for one fantastic price. Call today!!!