1979 Lincoln Continental Town Car, Mint Condition, 70k Original Miles on 2040-cars
Chardon, Ohio, United States
Engine:400 V-8
Body Type:4-door
Vehicle Title:Clear
Exterior Color: Powder Blue
Make: Lincoln
Interior Color: Blue
Model: Continental
Number of Cylinders: 8
Trim: Stainless and aluminum
Drive Type: Rear wheel drive
Mileage: 70,100
Options: AM/FM 8-track, Cartier Clock, Power Antenna, Power Seats, Power Windows, Heated Mirrors, Opera windows, Cigarette lighter and ash trays in all 4 doors, Power Vent windows, Power steering, Power brakes, Remote left and right mirrors, Leather Seats
Sub Model: Town Car
Warranty: Unspecified
This is a 1979 Lincoln Continental with 70,100 original miles. From my understanding this is the last year of the huge Lincolns, folks I am no car expert, I bought the car because it was so cool and I always wanted one, unfortunately I need the money and the car has to go. The car is in outstanding condition with absolutely no rust, and I was told it was stored in a heated warehouse for many years. There is a small rust bubble near the pass rear door, it is NOT a hole. There's no way a car that's 33 years old can be in this good of condition stored in a barn in Northeast Ohio, so the warehouse story sounds probable. The car runs and drives great, I acquired the car a year ago, and fixed some minor problems such as a missing emblem in the steering wheel, had the brakes re-done (even the brake drums have the original factory paint marks). It does run a little rough when it's cold, probably could use a carb rebuild since a tune up didn't help. The car is complete and unrestored and from what we can tell everything is original except the battery and the A/C compressor.
The car was Factory Undercoated (I think this was actually done at the dealership), but the undercoating is in great shape and not peeling. Some kind of spray was applied to the engine compartment, which looks weathered, but everything, including the vacuum canisters, look new with NO rust. The vinyl top has NO cuts or wear, the interior is in fantastic condition, except for a small wear mark on the rear seat. The trunk has all the mats that are UNSTAINED and like new, the jack looks like it has never been taken out of its holder. The paint is in excellent shape, but it does look like someone buffed the heck out of it and there are some swirl marks. The only thing that doesn't work is the Cartier clock. This car needs nothing and can be driven anywhere. The brakes are VERY touchy, it'll lock up all 4 tires easily to bring the beast to a halt.
Included are the original owner's manual, and original warranty card. Don't know if the 8-track works, I don't have a good tape and don't want to ruin it if the tape gets eaten. The power antenna is very cool and works fine.
Wow, does this car drive nice. It floats down the road and gets up to 70mph before you know it. Just sitting behind the wheel with that huge hood in front of you, how cool is that? What a land yacht.Gosh, wish I could upload more pics so that I could show every little ding and the entire car, I try to represent the car as accurately as possible. Take a look at my satisfaction rating (100%), and I intend to keep it. Since I've sold a couple of my cars on Ebay, all the buyer's were happy. The car isn't mint or perfect or a museum piece, but for the price, well..it is a real head-turner and fun to drive. If you wanted to restore it, everything is there, and it would be an easy restoration. Good luck bidding, serious buyers please submit questions and we can get in touch to answer any questions you may have.
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