Vehicle Description
This restored 1940 Lincoln Zephyr is an example of the second
generation of the Zephyr. It has the same basic frontal design
pioneered on the 1938 model, and a long, sloping rear end. Over
$100,000 was spent on the restoration, and all of the invoices are
included. It is powered by the original V12 Lincoln Flathead
engine, which was upped to a 292ci and has a maximum 120hp. The
engine is backed by a 3-speed manual transmission and a Columbia
2-speed rear end. Upgrades on the Lincoln were performed with a
period-correct 3-carburetor setup and finned aluminum heads. This
thorough, nut-and-bolt restoration took three years to complete.
After the restoration, the Zephyr was displayed in a private
collection. It was regularly started and serviced in a heated and
air-conditioned private setting.
