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This is one of the most impressive and amazing cars we have had in for a very long time! It is a 1960 Lincoln Continental Mk.V Convertible finished in Gold with Beige Interior. It is not for the shy and retiring thats for sure! The car has been nicely restored and is ready to show or use. All EU Taxes have been paid and it is ready for registration in the country of your choice.

While the 1958-1960 Lincoln Continental continues to rank among the largest post-war American cars ever produced, they were also one of the most comfortable, powerful, and stylish luxury cars of the era. The release of these large automobiles coincided with a sharp economic recession and the first wave of conservatism in the American automotive market since the end of World War II. The impact was severe. In fact, while Lincoln had achieved 56,323 sales in 1956, that number dropped by more than half to 20,683 examples by 1960. Meanwhile, the “downsized” Lincoln models would not be ready for release until late 1960.

Consequently, the Mark V received minor cosmetic changes and continued largely unchanged for the 1960 model year. The front end was modified with the grille receiving a new insert, while the bullet-shaped front bumper guards were moved inboard of the canted headlamps. The profile of the closed models was altered considerably with the adoption of a new rear window, and the rocket-inspired rear end styling was simplified, and would continue in its basic form on later models. Together, these alterations combined to create what many enthusiasts consider the most attractive and subdued design of the fabulous 1958-1960 Lincoln series.

The Lincoln Continental Mark V Convertible we have here is one of only 2,044 examples produced in 1960, and it is among fewer than 500 surviving examples today.

Despite the economic challenges of the late 1950s, the dynamic energy that inspired the creation of the 1958-1960 Lincoln Continental continues to inspire onlookers and enthusiasts everywhere. Likewise, this outstanding and well-detailed 1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V Convertible will continue to delight its next owner with its style, ride and comfort, as well as its rarity in the collector car marketplace.

Interior:
Our car is finished in Beige with complements the exterior perfectly. Standard features on the Mark V include a six-way power-adjustable front seat, tinted glass, and power vent windows. In addition, this car is fitted with power brakes, power steering, power windows, and a power-operated radio antenna. The carpets are, however, a bit stained. All the dials and instruments seem to work as they should and it is still a very comfortable car. A few of the minor switches are not functioning at the moment.

Exterior:
Our car is finished in Gold and the quality of the paintwork is extremely good with only minor chipping at the bonnet edges for example. The power operated soft top is finished in white although the power hood top is very slow going up would benefit from repair. The engine bay is detailed and the car presents extremely well in all areas.

Mechanical:
The car has been looked after properly and drives extremely well. The car starts first time and idles smoothly. The gearbox changes quickly and there are no knocks from the suspension. This model has the 315 bhp, 430 cu. in. overhead valve V8 engine, single two-barrel carburetor, three-speed automatic transmission, independent front suspension with coil springs and wishbones, live rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs, four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. Wheelbase: 131".

Summary:
This is a stunning example of a rare car and in Concours condition is a regular $100,000 car. The colour scheme is superb and these cars are increasingly hard to find and are expensive to ship to Europe nowadays. There cannot be more than 10 of these cars in Europe and it is one of the most desirable soft tops of the era. This will make a superb centrepiece of any collection and is priced to sell. The car has had all EU Taxes paid and is ready to be registered in the country of your choice.

As with all our cars, we have priced her for an immediate sale. If you have seen the cars that are out there, come and see ours and your search will be over.

Please click on the links on the left to view many photographs of the car, but nothing compares to coming to view her and taking her out for a drive!

If you are interested in this car you can contact us by clicking on the following link:
sales@justinbanks.com