Vehicle Description
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely
exceptionally well preserved and great daily driving and completely
rust free example of this very rare 6 passenger (one of only 3,048
built) 1958 Lincoln Continental Mark III 430/375HP 4 BBL V8
Convertible with the Turbo-Drive Automatic trans in it's original
and beautiful condition 'Starmist White' factory color (code 7)
paint with a stunning amp; correct specification reupholstered and
new original Tri-tone 'Matador Red, Starmist White amp;
Presidential Black' (trim code 838E) leather interior and a very
rare virtually fully loaded with factory options example
including:Heater amp; DefrosterPower WindowsPower Vent Windows4-Way
Power Front SeatPower SteeringPower BrakesFull Wheel
CoversWhitewall TiresAm amp; FM Town amp; Country Radio with Remote
Floor Switch to change channelsFactory Floor Mounted FM
TunerLeather Bench SeatPower Retractable Rear WindowPower
Convertible TopPower Door LocksTinted GlassRear Compartment Reading
LampsThe first all-new unibody design since World War II, this
generation of the Continental was to prove to be one of the largest
sedans ever built by Ford Motor Company or indeed any other
American automaker for that matter. To set itself apart from a
Lincoln, along with a division-specific grille, all versions of the
Continental (including convertibles) were styled with a
reverse-slant roofline, fitted with a retractable "breezeway" rear
window. First introduced on the 1957 Mercury Turnpike Cruiser, the
feature allowed for augmented interior ventilation. The Continental
Mark III was designed by John Najjar, Chief Stylist of Lincoln,
assisted by Elwood Engel largely drawing influence from the 1955
Ford La Tosca concept model designed by Alex Tremulis. As a result
of its massive size and the configuration of its headlights, the
model line was nicknamed the "slant-eyed monster" in the Ford
design studio.In 1958 only, the engine was to produce a massive 375
hp, it was to be retuned to 350 hp in 1959, and finally 315 hp in
1960. Using a 131-inch wheelbase, the 1958 Continentals are the
longest-wheelbase sedans ever built by Ford Motor Company. Longer
than a Ford Excursion, the 19581960 Continentals are the longest
sedans ever produced by Ford without 5 mph bumpers. In fact, the
1958 Continental Mark III convertible is the longest convertible
ever mass-produced in the United States, with the sole exception of
the extremely rare 19341937 Cadillac V16 convertibles.This
particular example is a true survivor, having been restored over
the years only as required, with new and correct specification
paint and leather interior and boasting a fully operational powered
retractable soft top, power operated retracting rear window, chrome
window surround moldings, rear fender skirts, Heater amp;
Defroster, original Town amp; Country Radio, power windows, power
vent windows, 4-Way driver's seat, power steering, power brakes,
full wheel covers and whitewall tires! The big 430/375HP V8 is
powerful and responsive as it needs to be for a car of this size
and the instruments sit proudly ahead of the driver who faced an
upright looking dash with luxurious upholstery and fully powered
options including a power retractable top and rear window offering
the latest in subtle elegance! Billed as being "Crafted without
compromise to be the finest motorcar in the world!"; and as classic
beauty, craftsmanship and sheer elegance combined.This particular
mostly all original survivor has obviously always been garaged and
well maintained by careful caretakers with the floor boards, trunk
and all the typical rust-prone areas all completely solid and
rust-free and the car has no signs of any accidents. The car has a
very presentable older repaint in it's original 'Starmist White'
factory color paint and a simply stunningly restored and rare
factory correct and classic three tone Red, Black and White leather
interior and all of its original factory instrumentation, including
the 'Town amp; Country' radio are all in quite exceptional and
original specification condition throughout. All the chrome is also
in quite exceptional condition too.The 430 c.i. 375HP 4 BBLV8
engine is extremely strong and powerful and sounds absolutely
magnificent and this particular car drives very well - a truly
remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day car a run for
it's money! Rare with these particularly sophisticated cars, all
the options work including all the power options and the fully
retractable top and rear window! The car has its original spare
wheel and jack in the truck.Since purchasing the car we have
completed the following work:Rebuilt Transmission at Hiro's
Transmission, Gardena, CA ($2,500.15)New Fuel Pump, New Holley
Carb, Rebuilt Steering Gear Box, New plugs amp; wiring, oil amp;
filter at Joy Automotive, Santa Monica, CA ($2,900.01)New intake
manifold gasket, Freeze plugs, , adjust timing, new fuel filter,
repair exhaust leak, repair stop light amp; turn signal lighting,
replace power brake booster at Liebsack amp; Son, Gardena, CA
($2,424.61)New battery, new starter solenoid, rebuild drive shaft
at Charlie Cools, Torrance, CA ($1,639.00)New front brake hoses
amp; wheel cylinders amp; shoes, new rear brake hoses amp; wheel
cylinders amp; shoes ($3,135.46)This is an extraordinarily rare
opportunity to own a great daily driving survivor and one very fine
and rare example of a rust free 1958 Lincoln Continental Mark III
Convertible in the most striking and classic of color combinations!
A true all American classic car for the Lincoln enthusiast or any
classic car enthusiast to enjoy today!
