Vehicle Description
Grey Hills Restoration completed a frame-of-restoration in 2009 - a
labor of love that took 25 years. The car has a black exterior,
black leather headliner, seats and interior, and black mouton fur
carpeting. For judging of authenticity, the Lincoln and Continental
Owners Club (LCOC) permits colors and materials available in
1955-57. The current owner chose to finish this car in a formal
triple-black and use luxurious mouton fur in both the interior and
trunk. Many NOS parts were purchased for this restoration,
including rocker moldings, grille bars, trunk, fender and decklid
ornaments. Refinished stainless-steel trim and many chrome items,
including the two massive double bumpers. Both the 368ci V8 engine
and automatic transmission were rebuilt, as were many of the other
mechanical components. A new wiring harness was installed. The car
was essentially completed in 2009 and has been shown exclusively at
LCOC National Meets since then. It was judged best Mark II in 2009
and Best in Show at the 2010 Lincoln, NE, meet. Since then, was
shown at three additional meets and was awarded 100 points out of a
possible 100 twice (six of six judges). LCOC judging includes
authenticity, appearance and mechanical items. The car has been
stored in climate-controlled storage facilities since it was
completed. From the John Staluppi Cars of Dreams Collection.
