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Lincoln Motor Company, the luxury The presented 1947 Lincoln Continental
vehicle division of Ford Motor Company, The presented lot V12 Convertible is finished in a striking
has long been synonymous with American stands out with its shade of solid blue, complemented by a
elegance and high-end automotive beige convertible soft top. The exterior
engineering, rivalling Cadillac in the powerful flathead V12 design is enhanced with chrome accents
luxury market. and the hood ornament, emphasising the
engine and elegant vehicle’s European-inspired aesthetics.
The Lincoln Continental, a hallmark The dashboard mirrors the body colour,
of American automotive design, was design, symbolizing adorned with chrome inserts, while the
originally conceived as a personal vehicle American luxury and interior is appointed with luxurious tan
for Edsel Ford. The resulting 1939 leather upholstery.
Lincoln-Zephyr convertible was the performance during a
inspiration for the Continental series, At the heart of the Continental is
which was produced from 1939 to 2020. transformative era in the powerful L-head V12 4785cc 75°
The Continental’s design was aimed at automotive history 12-cylinder engine, introduced by Ford
creating a luxurious vacation vehicle, in 1932. Paired with a 4-speed column
combining performance with timeless shift gearbox, this engine delivers an
style, and the V12 model became iconic exceptional driving experience. The car
for its unique European “continental” also features whitewall tyres and chrome
styling elements. Lincoln hubcaps, further elevating its
