Vehicle Description
Attractive pre-war Continental in great colors. Older repaint in
original Sea Mist with what appears to be the original red leather
interior. Great-running 292 cubic inch V12. 3-speed manual with
working overdrive. A great tour car with a spectacular Art-Deco
look!We don't believe this car has ever been fully apart for a
restoration, but it has certainly been loved over the past 83
years. The 1941 Continentals are arguably the most attractive of
the late V12 Lincolns, and we can't argue with this car's handsome
good looks. It appears to have been treated to a body-on freshening
at some point in the past and it's holding up quite well. The paint
is called Sea Mist, which is a soft iridescent blue that works very
well on the distinctive Continental bodywork. Finish quality is
just about right for 1941, not so glossy that it looks modern and
nicely preserved, which suggests it has always been treated as an
object of value. The unique Continental features like the
'waterfall' grille, teardrop headlights, and push-button doors are
all part of the appeal, and, of course, the spare tire out back is
where the term 'continental kit' originates. The chrome and
stainless trim is in excellent condition with only the most minor
signs of age visible on close inspection. Accessories include the
fog lights up front as well as twin hinge-mounted mirrors for
safety. From any angle, this is a very attractive car.We believe
the red leather interior is original and in fantastic condition.
The carpets appear to have been replaced at some point, but they
look very correct, complete with matching binding around the
perimeter. The simple door panels are in equally good condition and
all the original hardware is in place. We're relieved that the '41
models don't have the trouble-prone power windows of their later
siblings, and the push-button door releases work properly. The
lovely woodgrained dash houses two big, round dials with auxiliary
gauges on the left and speedometer on the right. Secondary controls
are underneath kind of haphazardly arranged, but you'll figure it
out without too much effort. There are also indicators for the turn
signals and hi-beam headlights next to the radio. And speaking of
the radio, it powers up and makes noise, but we have not been able
to tune a station on it, and, of course, the clock is offline. Seat
belts have been added for touring safety and there's an accessory
heater under the dash. The back seat is spacious enough for
full-grown adults, so don't be afraid to take some friends when you
go touring. The same goes for the surprisingly deep trunk, which
will hold a week's worth of luggage for a great road trip.The 292
cubic inch flathead V12 is as notorious as well as famous, but
after 80+ years, all the demons apparently have been exorcised. It
starts easily thanks to an auxiliary electric fuel pump, idles
nicely, and runs nice and cool according to the dash gauge. It's
much more than just a Ford V8 with four extra cylinders tacked on,
and driven correctly, it's a joy on the road. Unlike the earlier K
V12, which was all about torque, the Continental prefers some RPM
to do its best work, so don't be afraid to hold on to 1st and 2nd
gear a little longer. A factory overdrive unit makes it an
effortless highway cruiser that should run all day at 65 MPH, and
we've found that 2nd gear + overdrive is great for driving around
town. We don't believe the body has ever been off the chassis, so
it's a little dirty underneath, but there's no sign of rust or rot,
making this car ideal for driving events. The brakes are effective
for the period and ride quality is quite good (it is a Lincoln,
after all). The exhaust has a wonderful V12 purr and it sits on
original wheels with trim rings and hubcaps, plus a recent set of
7.00R16 wide whitewall radials that look vintage but improve the
driving experience considerably.There's a reason why these cars
remain popular year after year. They're attractive and well-sorted
examples like this are a pleasure to drive. With great colors, a
sumptuous leather interior, and that still-impressive V12 under the
hood, this car is often the center of attention. And thanks to
conscientious ownership, it remains a first-rate tour car that will
be welcome at almost any event. A fantastic opportunity to own an
entry-level CCCA Full Classic that's ready to tour. Call
today!Harwood Motors always recommends and welcomes personal or
professional inspections of any vehicle in our inventory prior to
purchase.
