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Magnificent 1979 Lincoln Mark V 34,799 Original Miles - Exceptional Condition on 2040-cars

Year:1979 Mileage:34799 Color: This
Location:

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States
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UP FOR AUCTION IS THIS SUPREME 1979 LINCOLN MARK V CONTINENTAL TRIM “PERSONAL LUXURY VEHICLE”.  34,799 ORIGINAL MILES, SINGLE OWNER UNTIL 2014, CLEAN TITLE IN-HAND. 

TEN (10) DAY AUCTION WITH OPENENING BID AT $2,500.00.  I AM A FAN OF TRADITIONAL AUCTIONS; THEREFORE THIS LISTING HAS NO RESERVE.  HAPPY BIDDING!

ABOUT LINCOLN'S MADE IN 1979:

1979 was the last year of the production of large, over-stated personal luxury vehicles.  Emissions laws effective in 1980 required better fuel economy and air pollution standards.  The 1979 Mark X certainly went out with a bang.  Lincoln also celebrated their Diamond Jubilee in 1979, therefore this is a rare edition vehicle, in excellent condition with low mileage.

HISTORY:

This super-clean and super-sweet car has enjoyed a single owner and has always been garaged.  Very well maintained, the interior and exterior wear and tear is consistent with the original 34,799 miles.  This car was donated to the local Meals on Wheels program as part of an estate donation.  I was able to speak to the donor, who informed me this was his Mother's car, and that she had just passed away.  It took me about two (2) weeks to be comfortable driving this car.  I have always driven large vintage cars, but this car is so long and wide, the hood so long and the steering so precise that I found myself overcorrecting.  I am now an expert!  This car was recently driven on an 800 mile round trip to Omaha, NE.  This was the best road trip I have ever had.  The car sailed down the highway as if it were meant to fly.  Very comfortable, with velvet smooth three-speed transmission.  The engine on this car is extremely reliable and I would drive this car anywhere with little worry.  A cold start and the engine revs right up.  Warm start is a little tricky - these older gas engines can "flood" themselves if you are unfamiliar with older cars.  I have now mastered the warm start too!  This car has been detailed and looks absolutely amazing.

EXTERIOR:

This 1979 Lincoln Mark V Continental is laser straight and in overall excellent condition.  Brilliant gold on gold (Diamond Jubilee edition) original paint with subtle burgundy pin-striping.  Stunning chrome trim, bumpers and Rolls Royce style grille.  Mint vinyl half-top roof and gleaming windows.  Rear opera windows have engraved Lincoln logo, with many other design features that are unique and over-stated.  This car is not for someone shy.  You will get compliments on it everywhere you go.  A real conversation piece.

INTERIOR:

Ivory, beige and brown interior.  The velvet upholstery (split-bench front with individual armrests) is in superb condition and the carpet and original floor mats are mint.  Overall vinyl is beautiful and the dash is mint with no cracks.  Interior mirrors and lights in superb condition with an elegant lighting design (see nighttime photos).  Cartier clock on driver’s side dash.  Impressive interior space (this is a very large car to be a coupe).  Also includes original full floor (front and back) protective/decorative vinyl mats.  These mats were used by the original owner since new.  When I removed them, I discovered the pristine carpet and mats in mint condition. 

SPECS:

19 feet, 16 inches long,  – 6.65 inches wide,4.5 inches tall;

4800 pounds;

120.3 in wheel base

Very reliable 6.6 liter V-8 engine;

Power windows/seats/doors;

Newer tires;

Climate control;

Power steering and brakes;

Lighted vanity mirrors (driver and passenger side);

Factory original CB and 8-track player;

Vintage floor mounted cellular phone;

Recent oil/lube/fluid and air filter service;

New high-end windshield wipers.

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