Vehicle Description
1951 Lincoln Lido Coupe RARE, UPSCALE LIDO, ESTIMATED 1 OF 1,000
PRODUCEDSPECTACULAR RESTORATION COMPLETED CIRCA 2009BREWSTER GREEN
& WHITE VINYL ROOF OVER TAN CLOTH 154 HP 337 CI LINCOLN-ONLY
FLATHEAD V-8 ENGINEFEATURING HYDRA-MATIC TRANSMISSION, PB, AM
RADIOONE OF THE FINEST EXAMPLES ANYWHEREREADY TO SHOW, TOUR & ENJOY
As Lincolns first new postwar models, the 1949-51 series featured
the modern envelope body styling theme shared with Ford Motor
Companys upmarket Mercury lineup, but on a longer-wheelbase chassis
yielding greater passenger space. Fresh styling cues included
frenched head- and tail lights, a wide low-profile grille, low
roofline, rear-fender skirts, and restrained, yet effective
brightwork. Ample power was delivered by a new 337 CI flathead Ford
V-8 engine developing over 150 HP and the new Lincolns could now
easily exceed 100 mph on command. A GM-sourced Hydra-Matic 4-speed
automatic transmission was optional equipment by 1951. Among todays
knowledgeable collectors, the 1949-51 Lincolns are recognized as
luxurious, quiet, high-quality automobiles capable of covering long
distances almost effortlessly. In addition to scoring a creditable
ninth-place finish in the first edition of the deadly Carrera
Panamericana road race in 1950, the 1949-51 Lincolns also remain
famous for their high-profile White House service. Coded L-72C
within the Lincoln model catalog, the low-production Lido was a
glamorous, specially trimmed Lincoln 6-passenger Club Coupe
equipped with either a canvas or vinyl roof covering and a
high-level custom interior. Offered for only two model years
(1950-51), the Lido was built to compete with GM's new crop of
hardtop models. Just 4,482 Lincoln Style L-72B and L-72C Lido Club
Coupes were produced in all for 1951, with an unknown number of
Lidos, numbering perhaps 1,000, among them, according to expert
estimates.This exceptionally attractive and rare 1951 Lincoln Lido
Club Coupe continues to benefit from a high-level restoration
completed under a previous owner circa 2009. Handsomely finished in
Brewster Green and accented by a White vinyl roof covering and Tan
cloth interior, the Lido is highly equipped to match its
captivating style with power brakes, plus options including a
Hydra-Matic 4-speed automatic transmission and AM radio. Correct
steel wheels mount full-diameter bright hubcaps and 1950s-style
wide whitewall tires. In addition to a spare wheel/tire, roadside
jack, and owners manual, this exceptionally rare and attractive
Lincoln is accompanied by 3 keys plus service records. A wonderful
example of one of the most stylish and well-equipped American
luxury cars of its era, this rare and beautifully presented 1951
Lincoln Lido offers an excellent opportunity to acquire one of the
finest automobiles of the early 1950s. Call us to see it for
yourself, obtain full details, and make it yours today!
