1961 Lincoln Continental (1961-1969)

This 1961 Lincoln Continental convertible was refurbished in 2009 and acquired by the seller in 2011. It is finished in white over red and white leather upholstery and is powered by a 430ci V8 linked with a dual-range three-speed automatic transmission and a locking differential with 2.89:1 gears. Additional equipment includes a power-operated red convertible top, power steering, drum brakes, and 14″ steel wheels with whitewall tires as well as a power-adjustable front bench, power windows, woodgrain trim, a CD stereo, and a heater. The power steering pump and radiator were rebuilt and the front brakes were overhauled in 2021. This Continental convertible is now offered with the owner’s manual, service records, and Vermont registration in the seller’s name. The car was finished from the factory in Sultana White and has been refinished under prior ownership. Exterior details include a replacement power-operated red convertible top, quad headlights, rear coach doors, a detachable aftermarket antenna, a Lincoln hood ornament, and chrome bumpers and trim. The soft top hydraulic cylinders, high-volume pump, and lines were installed in September 2024, and a video of the soft top in operation is provided in the gallery. The 14″ steel wheels feature polished covers and are mounted with American Classic whitewall tires that were installed in May 2024. Power steering was standard, and braking is provided by power-assisted front and rear drums. The front wheel cylinders and brake shoes were replaced in May 2021. The bench seats are upholstered in red and white leather and joined by color-coordinated door panels and woodgrain trim accenting the dashboard and doors. Amenities include a power-adjustable front bench seat, power windows, a CD stereo, and aftermarket speakers. The factory radio, clock, and power door locks do not work and the air conditioning does not blow cold. The three-spoke steering wheel fronts a horizontal-sweep 120-mph speedometer and gauges for fuel level and coolant temperature. The five-digit odometer shows 80k miles, approximately 12k of which were added under current ownership. The 430ci V8 was factory equipped with a two-barrel carburetor and was rated at 300 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque. The spark plugs and battery were replaced, and the power steering pump and radiator were rebuilt in 2021. An oil change was performed in May 2024. Power is routed to the rear wheels through a dual-range three-speed automatic transmission and a locking rear axle with 2.89:1 gearing. Decoding the door tag reveals the following information: Body 74A – Four-door Continental convertible Color M – Sultana White Trim 85 – Red leather upholstery Date 09B – June 12th build date Trans 4 – Dual-range automatic transmission Axle G – 2.89:1 locking rear end The car does not have a title, as it is registered in a state that does not issue titles for a vehicle of its age. It is being sold on its Vermont registration.