Vehicle Description
Traditional Lincoln fans might not be thrilled with the newer cars
from Ford's luxury brand, but when cars like this 1970 Lincoln
Continental remain so affordable, there's no reason not to have
some full-sized luxury. Reliable, powerful, and handsome, these
Lincolns are treasured by their owners and are some of the best
choices for affordable '70s luxury, and despite its very reasonable
price, someone has invested in a rather substantial restoration on
this car, making it one of the best we've ever seen.
With over $35,000 in receipts for recent work, this is a gorgeous
car. You don't see these very often, and certainly not in this
condition, but once you get a look you'll probably be impressed by
its attention to detail. Finished in elegant white with a blue
vinyl top, this car has a timeless look that belies the time in
which it was built. From the straight bodywork that has never been
rusty or damaged, to the bright chrome that still shines the way it
did in the showroom, this is a big, impressive machine. And
compared to the flamboyant Eldorado, the Continental is clean and
uncluttered, with trademark hidden headlamps up front and classic
horizontal taillights out back. The Wimbledon White repaint is
excellent, quite likely better than new, and has a depth and shine
befitting a major luxury car like this. The blue vinyl roof is
equally nice, with no delamination, bubbles underneath, or split
seams.
While a lot of luxury cars of the era received some rather
questionable fabric selections, this car carries fresh blue
upholstery with a textured surface that's comfortable and stylish.
There's room for six, and every luxury and convenience feature
designers could dream up was standard equipment. It's equipped with
features such as A/C, power windows, power front seat, a tilt
steering column, cruise control, and an AM/8-track radio in the
center of the dash. Better still, thanks to the comprehensive
restoration, everything seems to work properly save for the power
locks, which seem a little confused (the front doors lock when the
rears unlock, probably nothing more than a vacuum hose in need of
rerouting). The carpets and door panels are like new, the headliner
is taut, and there are heavy-duty floor mats to keep everything
looking its best. Rear seat area is as massive as you'd expect and
the trunk is outfitted with plush mats and a spare tire up on its
own shelf.
Lincolns carried Ford's indestructible 460 cubic inch V8, the
biggest ever offered by the company. Smooth, powerful, and easy to
service, it's the ideal powerplant for a big luxury cruiser like
this. This one idles so smoothly you're tempted to hit the starter
again after it's already running and the show-quality look suggests
that someone spent a lot of time under the hood. All the belts and
hoses are new and there's a fresh tune-up so it's ready for a
cross-country drive, which is really what these cars do best. Ford
Blue on the air cleaner and engine provide a little contrast, but
for the most part, the engine bay is all business. The C6 3-speed
automatic transmission is an unobtrusive servant, so the car whisks
along as if powered by an electric motor. There's also a brand new
exhaust system that sounds suitably hushed and the floors are imply
immaculate. Tasteful 225/75/15 whitewall radials wear wire hubcaps
and round out a very impressive machine.
Complete with restoration receipts, a factory build sheet, and the
original window sticker, this is easily the nicest '70s Continental
we've ever seen. Call today!