For Sale: 1970 Lincoln Continental Mark III in Coos bay, Oregon

This 1970 Lincoln Continental Mark III is powered by a 460ci V8 mated to a rebuilt three-speed C6 automatic transmission. Finished in White with a black vinyl roof over a black vinyl-with-leather interior, this award-winning classic is now offered by the seller with a Deluxe Marti Report, original owner's manual, a binder of records, and a clear title.

Highlights

• Won the People's Choice Award for Best Lincoln at the 2009 Fall Fling in Poulsbo, WA
• Took 2nd Place at the Lincoln & Continental Owner's Club Cascade Concourse in 2007
• Air conditioning
• Power options include steering, windows, and front disc brakes 

Ownership History                                                                           

• Offered by a private seller 
• Current location: Oregon 

EXTERIOR

• White paint
• Black vinyl roof 
• Black side stripe
• Concealed headlights
• Power-adjustable driver mirror
• Chrome brightwork 

Updates

• Exterior has been repainted in its original color

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 17-inch American Racing Torq Thrust wheels
• 215/60 Primewell radial tires 

INTERIOR

• Black vinyl-with-leather upholstery 
• Woodgrain trim 
• Split-bench seat
  • Two-way power adjustable
• Speed Control 
• Air conditioning
• Power locks
• Power windows
• Power steering
• Tilt steering column
• Cartier clock (inop) 
• Factory AM/FM stereo 

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 120-mph speedometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Voltage
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 65,096 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 460ci V8
  • 365 horsepower 
  • 500 lb-ft of torque 
  • 10.5:1 compression ratio 
  • Four-barrel carburetor 

Transmission

• Three-speed C6 automatic 

Service History Highlights

• Transmission was rebuilt approximately 500 miles ago according to the seller 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                                                                                                                                           

• Front and rear sway bars 
• Bilstein shock absorbers 
• Power front disc brakes 
• Dual exhaust system 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Surface rust is visible on the undercarriage components
• Small dings on the rear driver-side quarter panel near fuel door
• Rear differential seeps
• Clock is inoperable 
• Back windows don't roll down
• Turn signal stalk is in need of replacement
• Headlight covers open on their own after sitting for awhile 
• Door handle is cracked on the passenger side
• Age-related wear seen on the interior surfaces and door panels
• Other minor cosmetic blemishes are noted on the exterior

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Deluxe Marti Report 
• Owner's manual 
• Binder of docs