For Sale: 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V in Beverly Hills, California

1979 Lincoln Continental Mark VIntroducing this 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V Collector's Series finished in its factory-correct Diamond Blue Metallic, complemented by a Midnight Blue Valino Grain landau half-vinyl roof and a Midnight Blue leather interior. This example is one of only 197 Diamond Blue Collector's Series editions produced, making it among the rarest versions of the final-year Mark V.Highlights:- Collector's Series Package- Factory Color: Diamond Blue Metallic- Interior: Midnight Blue Leather- Roof: Midnight Blue Valino Grain Landeau Half-Vinyl Roof- 400ci V8 Engine- C6 3-Speed Automatic Transmission- Power 4-Wheel Disc Brakes- 2-Barrel Carburetor- Power Steering- Factory Air Conditioning- Power Windows- Cartier-Branded Clock- AM/FM Radio- Concealed Headlights- Power Glass Moonroof- Vintage CB Radio Microphone/Handset- Simulated Spare Tire Carrier- 15-Inch Alloy Turbine Wheels- Jack and Spare Tire IncludedPower is provided by a 400ci V8 engine equipped with a 2-barrel carburetor and paired with a C6 3-speed automatic transmission. Driving features include power steering and power four-wheel disc brakes, providing the effortless cruising experience expected from a luxury coupe of this era.The exterior showcases many of the styling cues that defined the Mark V, including concealed headlights, chrome trim, a simulated spare tire carrier integrated into the decklid, and 15-inch alloy turbine wheels wrapped in Michelin thin whitewall tires. Additional features include a power glass moonroof, power antenna, and a trunk that retains its jack and spare tire.Inside, the Midnight Blue leather interior is equipped with factory air conditioning, power windows, power door locks, cruise control, a front folding armrest, and a lighted thermometer integrated into the driver's outside mirror. A Cartier-branded dashboard clock and AM/FM radio further reflect the upscale appointments offered as part of the Collector's Series package.The 1979 model year marked the final and most luxurious version of the Mark V before Lincoln introduced the downsized Mark VI for 1980, making Collector's Series examples especially desirable among enthusiasts of full-size American luxury cars. If you're looking for a limited-production Lincoln Continental that combines distinctive late-1970s styling, V8 power, and extensive luxury features, this Mark V Collector's Series is mechanically sound. For $12,750