Vehicle Description
There was an absolute top-of-the-line domestic car for the
discerning few in 1946, and this Lincoln Continental is it. With
this distinction also comes extreme rarity - only 201 convertibles
were built this year. And this example has been kept in the right
running condition to be an easy cruiser that's easy to enjoy.
Edsel Ford rebelled against his father's mass-market sensibilities
by building a car for people in his substantial wealth class. He
emphasized design, which means these first-generation cars show
their boldness with sleek lines rather than adding chrome along the
profile. This was the car he could have proudly driven in Europe
with its dual grilles, push-button door handles, and an exposed
rear tire caddy that was so artfully presented that it would become
the Continental's namesake on other vehicles. The creamy yellow
paint, tan folding top, and large whitewall tires all add to this
package of rolling sophistication. You find areas that can be
improved, and the value price for one of these rarities does leave
room in your budget for updates. But overall, there is an
attraction here with a clean and complete car that still lives up
to its role of providing upper-class style.
Open the door and there's a supple burgundy interior that provides
the kind of luxurious room in both the front and the rear that you
would expect from such an elite car. When you slip inside, a very
original Lincoln wheel with an artful dual-spoke design greets you.
More thoughtful design elements are seen on the dash with a full
readout package in a bright and symmetrical layout. Just like the
exterior, this one looks exceptionally vintage, in an overall
package that won't make you nervous when all your family and
friends pile into the spacious drop-top and go for a ride. And as a
true high society cruiser, you have rare features for the time,
like power windows and a power convertible top.
One of the best perks of owning a well-presented first-generation
Continental is getting to lift the hood and seeing the
Lincoln-Zephyr V12 in all its period-correct glory. We love how
these are so long that they look like a Ford flathead on steroids.
Plus, all the bolts, dual barrel carburetor, generator, oil bath
air cleaner, and much more all give this the kind of presentation
where people will stop to point out the details. But as they get
closer, you can also see a solid investment in the fundamentals,
including a newer belt and wiring. It makes for a strong-running
true classic. There is unmistakable power and poise from the dozen
cylinders propelling this luxury machine forward. And you control
its full force thanks to the three-speed manual transmission.
The sale comes complete with service manuals. With so few
convertibles built in 1946, it will be hard to find one of the few
remaining that's both this complete and ready to be enjoyed. Don't
miss this opportunity, call today!!!
