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1978 Continental Mark V -- 14k Miles -- Starts At $11,800 No Reserve on 2040-cars

Year:1978 Mileage:14409 Color: Red /
  Red/Rose
Location:

United States

United States
Body Type:Hardtop
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:7.5L 460Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Condition:

Used

Year
: 1978
Interior Color: Red/Rose
Make: Lincoln
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: Continental
Trim: Hardtop 2-Door
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 14,409
Sub Model: Mark V
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Exterior Color: Red

1978 Continental Mark V -- 

Spectacularly Preserved --14,409 Actual Miles

Purchased in July, 1978, for a hefty $16,082 at McKinney Lincoln-Mercury in Salem, Oregon, this striking automotive landmark has been carefully stored since the end of the 70s by the original owner. It was uncovered not far from the dealership where it was purchased brand new. 

 

Attention-grabbing in Dark Red Metallic Moondust and larger than life, this gorgeous Mark V has clocked a scant 14,409 miles since it left the assembly plant in Wixom, MI. It is absolutely rust-free. Highly optioned and fully-documented, this Mark comes complete as delivered, with every factory or dealer supplied tag, manual or piece of paperwork, including the original window sticker, metal ownercard, and two build sheets. 


Motive power is the 7.5 litre 460. The big block is complemented by an optional four barrel and dual exhaust system and packs 360 lbs. of torque. In standard trim, the luxury Continental was already loaded, but this Mark V came with an additional 21 options as shown on the window sticker. Among the extra-cost amenities are power vent windows, miles to empty indicator, and a time-capsule quadraphonic eight track. (See full option list below). 


Extreme originality is what this Mark V is all about. It is intact down to the smallest detail. The Red/Rose Luxury Group interior, well padded with leather, is as new and unmarked. The silence and comfort while gliding down the road are unmatched. You feel the weight and solidity Lincoln engineered into this car. It's still rolling on the Michelin 225-15 X radials as equipped, with generous tread left. 

    

The 1977-79 Mark V was Lincoln's final three-year run of the Mark in a decade that celebrated "huge". It is widely considered the best built and designed of the later 70s American luxury coupes, sharp of line and still elegant today. Offered at a low $11,800 with No Reserve, shipping arranged nationally or internationally. 




Extra Cost Options:


ROOF VINYL - LANDAU

7.5 LITRE/460 ENGINE

PAINT STRIPES - CUSTOM

DUAL EXHAUSTS

FUEL INDICATOR - MILES TO EMPTY

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM

INFLATABLE SPARE TIRE - DELETE

DEFROSTER GROUP

STEERING WHEEL - TILT

SPEED CONTROL

SEAT RECLINING - PASSENGER

RADIO - AM/FM STEREO W/ QUADRASONIC  8 TRACK TAPE

WINDSHIELD WIPERS - INTERVAL

RED/ROSE LUXURY GROUP

APPEARANCE PROTECTION GROUP

MIRROR- RIGHT HAND REMOTE CONTROL

INTERIOR LIGHT GROUP

POWER LOCK CONVENIENCE GROUP

POWER VENT WINDOWS

WHEEL COVERS - WIRE

MOLDING - ROCKER PANEL

PREPARATION CENTER SERVICE 


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