Vehicle Description
All the great big personality of the 1970s in a terrifically
coordinated package. This 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V is a time
capsule than offers distinction, luxury, size, and value.
The Continental has always been a great American luxury car with a
TON of vintage sheetmetal. This style Mark V was longer, wider, and
lower than its predecessors. The hood alone looks like it could
have its own horizon. Luxury was a guarantee with features like the
razor-sharp fender creases, Rolls-Royce style grille, and 1970s
cool flat front hidden headlights. Out back, the deck lid features
the Continental's trademark spare tire hump/continental kit. But
there's something extra special about this coupe. The Rose Beige
factory paint was given a quality respray later in life. The result
is a great 1970s premium hue with a truly modern shine. So the
sunlight loves to highlight how straight the body panels have
remained over the decades. And the coordinating vinyl roof looks
excellent, too. Another reason for good care is it's believed the
odometer reflects the total actual mileage, in kilometers, and so
this has averaged under 1,300 kilometers annually.
The red pinstripe on the outside looks subtle and premium, and if
you like its style, then you'll love the coordinating deep red
interior. The upholstery, doors, dash, headliner, and even the
steering wheel are all both bold and sophisticated in red. It's
joined by some tasteful wood trim to really give it a premium
atmosphere. It all has a carefully preserved appearance, right down
to the plush velour on the seats. The interior is large enough to
comfortably seat six people, and up front you can fold down the
armrests any time you want independent luxury. As expected with a
true premium cruiser, this one comes with power everything - power
windows, power locks, power remote mirror, and power front seats.
Other great comfort features in this classic include cruise
control, the original AM/FM stereo w/working 8-track, and
provisions for factory air conditioning (it will need servicing to
blow cold again.) Even the special Cartier clock is still ticking
away. So you know this classic is still a great place to spend some
time.
Ford's smooth and refined 460 cubic inch V8 provides effortless
performance in the Continental. This was in the lower compression
era, and since the motor is believed to be original, that's a good
thing. It means this is a survivor that's already built for
unleaded gasoline. Plus, Lincoln fans know this is the final year
for the big motor in the Mark V. This has the torque that keeps
this smooth and confident everywhere from stoplights to highway
cruising. And this one was built to enjoy the drive with features
like power steering, a three-speed automatic transmission,
Lincoln's famously supple ride, and the power of four-wheel disc
brakes.
Complete with owner's manual, this Continental Mark V is a
preserved luxury classic with a great presentation and an
affordable price. An opportunity like this is seldom and fleeting,
so if you want to take it home, call today!
