Vehicle Description
1980 Lincoln Continental Mark VI Sedan
Updating a masterpiece is not a small feat, and with the Mark III,
Lincoln had a strong selling car that always made a profit. But in
1972, it was time for a change and the Mark IV would hit smack dab
in the middle of what we now call the malaise period. Fast forward
to 1980, and the Mark VI was introduced, the fifth generation of
the Mark series and the first redesign since '72, and it was the
first of the series to shrink in size coming in 11 inches shorter
and 930 pounds lighter than the Mark V.
For consignment, a 1980 Lincoln Continental Mark VI sedan with a
title verified 44,170 actual miles. Along with recent routine
maintenance, our consignor also upgraded or replaced the fuel
delivery system, the factory radio, headlights, and brakes. Many of
the luxury features of this car are common and standard today, but
in 1980, this was a top tier vehicle with features that made you
feel like a king.
Exterior
This stately ride begins with a coat of Diamond Blue Metallic
paint, topped with a dark blue vinyl half roof accentuated by oval
porthole windows in wide C-pillars. Other stunning features of the
Mark VI include triple vent gills on the front fenders, an opera
light on the B-pillars, and covered headlights that flank a Rolls
Royce-like grille. Regal lines continue on the back where a faux
Continental kit shapes the decklid which is bookended with
tasteful, vertical tail lights and mid panel reflectors. The
shoulder line and profile of the car suggest sharp right angles
that do not veer from boxiness, while the slightly raised hood
center exudes wind resisting grace. The 15-inch turbine wheels were
standard as Lincoln was quickly moving away from steel wheels with
hubcaps. The exterior is spectacular, and we could not find any
glaring imperfections.
Interior
To greet the driver, an elaborate and lavish inner door awaits.
Bedecked in tasteful faux woodgrain, the surrounding blue plastic
and vinyl takes a back seat to serve as the frame, while a robust
chrome door actuator cove shines bright under a brushed nickel
switchgear panel. Carpet lines the kick panel with embedded
courtesy light and an integrated door pull at the top caps off a
stunning piece of luxury. The well cushioned blue velour seats are
technically separate buckets, but they present like a pair of
adjoined Lazy Boys and thick tufting is accompanied by a pillow top
lumbar pad. In a nice attention to detail, wood applique lines the
shell of the upper and lower seat. The back bench shares the
welcoming cloud-like comfort and we know which car to call on when
it's time to take a cat nap! Stylized woodgrain adorns the steering
wheel which has some early thumb buttons on the spokes while the
instrument cluster keeps the quadrangular design with square gauges
next to square vents under enough faux wood to clear a plastic
forest. And it's all amazingly clean. A modern touchscreen is on
board with AM/FM, Bluetooth, CarPlay, and Android capabilities. Toe
deep blue carpet covers the floor, a felt lined headliner is up
above, and the finished trunk is lined with gray cloth panels.
Drivetrain
Under the big hood is a clean and original looking 351ci Windsor V8
with a 2300 style 2-barrel carburetor and mated to Ford's venerable
AOD 4-speed automatic transmission sending power to the rear axle
with 2.73 gears. The power brakes, discs in front, drums in the
rear include new rotors, pads, calipers, rear brakes, and master
cylinder. A Ford Duraspark II distributor was added and all
original parts that were replaced for fuel and ignition will be
included with sale.
Undercarriage
Other than some surface rust and residual oil about, the underside
is clean. A single exhaust goes through a stock style muffler
before looping over the axle and exiting discreetly under the car.
Suspension is made up of coil springs in front and a 4 link with
coil springs in back.
Drive-Ability
We step back in time when velour was the "in" textile and the
softer the seat, the better. This is not a canyon carving sports
car, it's the car you use to cruise to the bank, the country club,
and the latest black tie event. Meanwhile, the car starts with no
problem and floats along the test loop with decent power, a soft
ride, (naturally), and good braking. We note the A/C is not working
but all other functional items on the car operate as they should,
even the headlight covers! While Classic Auto Mall represents that
these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we
cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of
your purchase.
Add a little English Leather cologne to this car and we're
transported to a time when we were sure this was the top of the
food chain reserved for rich uncles, or at least those with enough
brand loyalty to drive another after III, IV, and V. Luxury cars
today seem to be leather clad, Alcantara if you're lucky, and tight
black spaces with hard plastics and piano black accents. This
Lincoln is a relic of a time when soft ride meant soft inside and
out and it's a fantastic example of a long gone era of cars. And
with well sorted low mileage, it's got many more country club
cruises to go!
0Y90G664180
0-1980
Y-Wixom, MI Assy Pant
90-Continental Mark VI
G-351ci V8
664180-Sequential Unit Number
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
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acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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