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No Reserve - Rare Moondust Mark V Diamond Jubilee, 74k, Not Cadillac on 2040-cars
Year:1978
Mileage:74224
Location:
Putnam Valley, New York, United States
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Rare 1978 Lincoln Mark V Diamond Jubilee Edition With NO RESERVE 460 V8, 74k original miles. Rare Diamond Jubilee with Diamond Blue Moondust Metallic paint and Diamond Blue Landau Half-Vinyl Roof with matching padded trunk lid and Wedgewood Blue Luxury Broadlace interior. Priced at $20,529, the Diamond Jubilee Edition Mark V's were the most luxurious and expensive to date by Lincoln in a production car. Options include silver/blue tinted glass power moonroof with sliding shade, color matched aluminum "turbine" wheels, color matched body trim, quarter windows that lower and raise before side windows, "Opera Lamps" on the side pillars accenting the oval opera window (looks great at night) and a simulated diamond chip over the letter "I" of "Diamond Jubilee" in the glass of the opera windows. Other premium options included digital "miles to empty" readout, tilt steering wheel, remote trunk release and auto lamp/auto dimming headlights. According to the production numbers, only 1511 Diamond Jubilees were built with the huge "Astro-Roof" power glass moonroof, which was the most expensive option at an additional $1,027. Of those 1511 built it's anybody's guess how many are still on the road, especially in this condition. Here's a page dedicated to the 1978 "Blue Moondust" Diamond Jubilee: http://automotivemileposts.com/mark51978diamondjubilee.html This page lists the options and corresponding pricing of the huge list of luxury features: http://automotivemileposts.com/mark51978optionalequipment.html Wikipedia page briefly detailing the history and interesting facts about the 1978 Diamond Jubilee: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lincoln_Continental_Mark_V#1978_.22Diamond_Jubilee_Edition.22 I've always wanted a Mark V Diamond Jubilee but they're generally out of my price range. I bought this one to fix up, as it's a roadworthy car and I planned on driving it as I restored it. Unfortunately, space and finances force me to let it go. It's totally complete, nothing missing and most everything works including the moonroof and the power vent windows. The a/c compressor turns on but doesn't blow cold. It starts up easy, shifts smoothly and the engine has a nice 460 V8 purr. It's developed a power steering leak, I add fluid as necessary. The tires are dry rotted but the turbine wheels are in good shape. It's straight, never hit, doors close easily and the headlight doors even stay closed when the car is parked. The directional/brake/turn signal/headlights/brights work properly, as well as the wipers and horn. Aftermarket shaft style cassette player installed, the dash was not cut and four new speakers installed. The steering wheel has developed a slight wander, I was told it needed a new "rag joint". Cosmetics: The vinyl top was replaced as well as the vinyl on the trunk. The paint is original and faded with some bubbling in spots. The paint looks OK from 20 feet but it's faded and scratched when you're up close. The interior is the car's strongest point, overall it's in nice condition. The dash display, padded dashboard, headliner and visors are in excellent condition. The Lincoln got the "Ziebart" rustproofing treatment when new. Every classic car I've had that got the Ziebart treatment has been rust free. The undercarriage is clean as seen in the pix. The bumpers have no dents or rust but are dull. A good paint job would bring her back to her glory. I'm selling the Lincoln due to financial circumstances as you can see from the lack of a reserve price. I'm a big fan of the Mark V's and the Diamond Jubilee is the finest example of this stylish, incredibly well built car. When the windows and moonroof are closed it's whisper quiet inside; many times I've looked down to see I'm doing 85-90 and had no idea I was going that fast. I reserve the right to end the auction early as the Mark V is for sale locally and I'm open to reasonable buy it now offers as well. I can assist with shipping in the USA or internationally if necessary, cost of shipping to paid by buyer. I can recommend a good door to door auto shipper if you need one. Rare classic Lincoln which will appreciate in value. Any questions feel free to email or call 914-224-3230 |
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