Lincoln Continental Mark IV | 1975

Lincoln Continental Mark IV | 1975

Highlights:

– 7.5-litre, 8-cylinder V8 engine, petrol, 3-speed automatic transmission

– Black exterior paired with a black leather interior

– Equipped with air conditioning and cruise control

– Stored indoors for approximately 20 years, contributing to its well-preserved condition

The seller offers for sale this 1975 Lincoln Continental Mark IV, powered by a 7.5-litre V8 engine, paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission. Finished in black over a black leather interior, this example is further equipped with air conditioning and cruise control, adding to its comfort as a long-distance cruiser. The car has covered 101,000 km and is offered by its private owner, who has used it less over recent years due to increasing work commitments and frequent travel abroad. Rather than allowing this striking American classic to sit unused, the seller is looking for a new custodian who can enjoy and appreciate it.

The car has been professionally maintained and stored indoors for around two decades, a history that is reflected in the condition scores below. It presents as a distinctive and increasingly collectible American classic, combining an imposing presence with a spacious, comfortable cabin and unmistakable 1970s character.

Introduced for the 1972 model year as the successor to the Continental Mark III, the Continental Mark IV was Lincoln’s answer to the personal luxury coupe segment, aimed squarely at rivals such as the Cadillac Eldorado. Sharing its underlying platform and roofline with the contemporary Ford Thunderbird, the Mark IV received its own distinctive styling below the beltline, including its upright grille, hidden headlamps and oval opera windows. Four-wheel disc brakes became standard equipment for the 1975 model year, and production of the Mark IV continued through 1976. Today, the model remains a sought-after example of 1970s American personal luxury, valued for its long-hood, short-deck proportions and unmistakable period character.

Beneath its long bonnet, the Mark IV is powered by a 7.5-litre (460 cubic inch) V8, delivering relaxed, effortless cruising power through a smooth-shifting 3-speed automatic transmission. Inside, the black leather cabin offers generous space and a comfortable, well-equipped environment for its era, further enhanced in this example by air conditioning and cruise control. The car’s imposing presence, long-hood proportions and signature Continental-style rear deck lid make it an eye-catching entrant at any classic car gathering.

With 1975 production limited to just over 47,000 examples, the Continental Mark IV is an increasingly recognised classic among collectors of American personal luxury cars, offering usable, boulevard-cruising character combined with genuine period charm.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.

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This car is currently located in: South Holland province, the Netherlands.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

The car has a Dutch registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.

The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.

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