For Sale: 1977 Lincoln Continental in Torrance, California

West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional example of this original southern California family owned 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V 'Cartier' Designer Edition 400c.i. V8 2 Door Hardtop Coupe with all it's original factory specifications including it's original 'Dove Gray' color (code 1NYE) paint and a matching all original factory optional 'Light Gray' leather interior with 6 way power seat adjustment and its original large 400 c.i. V8 engine with a believed to be and obvious, but undocumented, 40K original actual miles and loaded with original Continental Mark V factory options including;Opera window,Walnut woodgrain applique on instrument panel & steering wheel,Leather interior with folding armrests in frontAutomatic air climate control with air conditioning,4 wheel power disc brakes,Tinted glass,Luxury turbine wheels with white wall tires,Power door locks,Color-keyed cut pile carpeting,Cartier electric clock with date,Automatic transmission,Power steering,Power windows,Illuminated visor vanity mirror,Illuminated entry system,Power decklid release,RH & LH remote control rearview mirror,Fully lined luggage compartment.The 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V Cartier Edition is a luxury Designer Series coupe featuring a signature Dove Gray exterior with a matching vinyl roof and a plush Light Gray matching interior.Powered by a 400-cid or optional 460-cid V8 and marked by "Cartier" script on the opera windows, a Cartier clock, and other high-end options. Part of the "Designer Series" targeting fashion-conscious luxury buyers, the 1977 Cartier Edition came in a specific Dove Gray? color with a Landau vinyl roof. It features concealed headlights, long 233-inch styling, and unique opera windows branded with Cartier".The interior is known for its plush, overstuffed seats (often in two-tone leather). Standard features included a Cartier-branded clock, four-speaker AM/FM radio, power windows, locks, and seats.The standard engine was a 400-cid (6.6L) V8, braking is handled by power-assisted four-wheel discs.Value & Rarity: As a top-tier luxury coupe of the late 1970s, these models are considered collectible, with designer packages adding a premium value over the standard Mark V model.RECENTLY RELEASED FROM SINGLE ORIGINAL CALIFORNIA FAMILY OWNERSHIPONLY 40,416 ACTUAL MILESDESIRABLE CARTIER EDITION DESIGNER SERIES CONTINENTAL MARK V ($1,600 OPTION WHEN NEW)STUNNING FACTORY CORRECT COLOR COMBINATIONOptions Include:AIR CONDITIONINGPOWER WINDOWSOPERA WINDOWS6-WAY POWER SEATSTILT STEERING WHEELCRUISE CONTROLTURBINE-STYLE ALLOY WHEELSWHITEWALL TIRESDOOR EDGE GUARDSThe 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V Cartier Edition featured here is finished in its stunning factory correct color combination of Dove Gray with a Gray half Valino textured roof over a matching Dove Grey interior. The Lincoln Continental Mark V 2 Door Coupe was Lincoln's personal luxury coupe and the top-of-the-line model in 1977 and only built for two years between 1977-79. Derived from the same chassis of its Mark IV predecessor, although nearly some 400lbs lighter, the Mark V was the largest member of the Lincoln Mark series ever produced. On all versions of the Mark V, the 402 cu in (6.6 L)  400 Cleveland V8 was the standard engine. This particular 'Cartier' Designer Edition example has obviously always been pampered since new. Obviously an always garaged car and very striking in its original factory 'Dove Gray' color paint with Opera window and a gorgeous all original 'Light Gray' leather interior with a matching dashboard and carpeting.The original engine with reportedly only some 40K original miles is extremely strong and powerful and this particular car drives absolutely magnificently and must be driven to be appreciated and seen to be believed - drives straight as an arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable car that must drive almost exactly as when it left the showroom floor over 49 years ago and which needs nothing but a new proud owner!This is a rare opportunity to own a very fine and unabused example of an obviously always garaged and very rare 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V 'Cartier' Designer Edition 2 Door Hardtop Coupe with believed to be only 40K original miles with absolutely no evidence or history of any rust or accidents in this striking color combination! This is a great investment that's sure to appreciate over the years for any American classic car collector of obviously any Lincoln enthusiast!