Vehicle Description
1 OF 640 EXAMPLES PRODUCEDGORGEOUS ART DECO MASTERPIECE FROM EVERY
ANGLEZEPHYR COACH MAROON WITH TAN CANVAS TOP AND BOOT COVERFRESH
BURGUNDY LEATHER UPHOLSTERY AND DISTINCTIVE INTERIOR 267 CI V-12
ENGINE/THREE-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONFEATURES INCLUDE DUAL OUTSIDE
MIRRORS, SPOTLIGHT, ELECTRIC CLOCKRUNS AND DRIVES VERY WELL WITH
POSITIVE SHIFT ACTION Introduced as a concept car displayed at the
1934 Chicago Worlds Fair, the Lincoln Zephyr was officially
unveiled by company president Edsel B. Ford on November 2, 1935.
Bridging the wide gap between the Ford model lines and grand,
top-of-the-line Lincolns, the Zephyr was beautifully styled by
former yacht designer E.T. Bob Gregorie and remains an Art
Deco-inspired design masterpiece. The only car in its class with
V-12 power, the Zephyr offered a smooth ride with all occupants
comfortably seated within the cars wheelbase. First offered only as
a 4-door sedan and 2-door coupe-sedan, the Zephyr line included a
full town limousine and six-passenger coupe by 1937, followed by a
convertible sedan and dashing convertible coupe from 1938. Careful
refinements typified Zephyr production, including quieter running
with hydraulic valve lifters in 1938. Hydraulic brakes and
beautifully updated styling came for 1939. Beautifully finished in
period correct Maroon paint over fresh Burgundy leather upholstery,
this concours-quality Lincoln-Zephyr is very rare as 1 of just 640
glamorous Convertible Coupes produced for 1939. A long-term Arizona
car, this 1939 Lincoln-Zephyr continues to benefit from a full
restoration. Colors are excellent, including Zephyr Coach Maroon
paint, Burgundy leather upholstery and a Tan canvas top with
matching boot cover, all enhanced by excellent chrome and
brightwork including the convertible top bows. Additional features
include a large central speedometer with modernistic Lincoln-Zephyr
script, including fuel-level, oil pressure, coolant temperature and
battery charging indicators. A handsome original electric clock
resides just below. A banjo steering wheel with a flawless Ivory
plastic rim, matching shift knob, dual outside mirrors, a drivers
side spotlight and rear-fender skirts add further appeal. The
Zephyr V-12 engine is very nicely detailed to show-worthy quality
and the vehicle runs and drives very well, with easy and positive
shift action once underway. Period steel wheels and Lincoln-Zephyr
scripted bright hub caps are surrounded by a set of whitewall
tires. Striking throughout, this 1939 Lincoln-Zephyr has most
recently been displayed at the October 2019 Lake Forest Concours
dElegance (insert prize/award if appropriate). One of the most
important Lincoln models of the prewar era, this 1939
Lincoln-Zephyr Convertible Coupe is rare, highly collectible and
handsomely presented in show quality. Call us now for viewing
arrangements and to make it yours!