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For Sale: 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V in Saint Louis, Missouri

Vehicle Description

Spectacular, incredibly well preserved condition

Displaying only 18,330 actual miles!

Rare & desirable “Diamond Jubilee” Edition Continental Mark V (an $8,000 upgrade when new)

One of only 2,557 finished in “Jubilee Gold”

Maintained by the original owner for over a decade!

Praised as “the most luxurious production automobile we’ve ever built” by Ford Motor Company

Built to the highest possible standards including designer level trim and Tiffany 36oz carpeting!


Options Include:

Air Conditioning
Glass Panel Power Sunroof
Power Windows with Power Vents
Opera Windows with Simulated Diamond
6-Way Power Seats
Tilt Steering Wheel
Illuminated Entry System
Cruise Control
Miles-To-Empty Fuel Gauge
AM/FM Stereo With Quadrasonic 8-Track Cassette
40-Channel CB Radio
Turbine-Style Alloy Wheels
Whitewall Tires
Door Edge Guards


Final production year 460ci V8 engine

Incredible documentation includes original owner’s manual, owner’s card, build sheet, window sticker, digital garage door opener, exclusive
leather wrapped tool kit, spare bulbs, Diamond Jubilee license plates, Lincoln umbrella and more!

Recently serviced

Performs like new

One the best examples that can be found on the market today!

A collector’s dream!

The 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V “Diamond Jubilee” Edition featured here is finished in stunning Jubilee Gold over an incredibly well preserved Gold leather and cloth interior. This exceptional example was sold new through Waller Motors Inc. in Pennsylvania and remained within the family of the original owner for many years. To date, this Lincoln displays only 18,330 miles and remains incredibly original. Conceived to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Ford Motor Company, the Diamond Jubilee Mark V was an $8,000 upgrade over the standard Continental Mark V. Practically every conceivable factory option was fitted in this limited edition motorcar, with only 2,557 finished in Jubilee Gold. An incredible amount of documentation still accompanies this motorcar including the original owner’s manual, warranty card, window sticker, build sheet, exclusive leather wrapped toolkit, CB Radio instructions and more! We are incredibly proud to offer this outstanding 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V “Diamond Jubilee” Edition to the most particular collector, investor or enthusiast who appreciates the legacy of the Lincoln Continental. Ready to make an investment that you can actually enjoy? Classic cars have proven to be among the most resilient and rewarding investments in recent years with the Historic Automobile Group Index (HAGI) jumping 39% in 2013, 16% in 2014 and 17% in 2015 while posting gains of 467% over the last 10 years. Please contact John Sherman, one of our expert sales consultants, at [email protected] or (314) 291-7000 for more information. He will be happy to give you a complete walk-around, supply you with a more detailed description and answer any questions you may have. Buy with confidence.

Trades welcome! Financing available! Please visit www.schmitt.com to view our full inventory.

Vehicle Details

  • 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V
  • Listing ID: CC-1147063
  • Price: $36,900
  • Location:Saint Louis, Missouri
  • Year:1978
  • Make:Lincoln
  • Model:Continental Mark V
  • Exterior Color:Jubilee Gold
  • Interior Color:Gold
  • Transmission:Automatic
  • Engine Size:V-8
  • Odometer:18330
  • Stock Number:407040JS
  • Title Status:Clear
  • Sunroof:Yes
  • Exterior Condition:Excellent
  • Seat Material:Leather
  • Air Conditioning:Yes
  • Cassette:Yes
  • Cruise Control:Yes
  • Power Windows:Yes
  • Power Seats:Yes
  • Drive Train:Rear-wheel drive
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