Lincoln Continental Convertible, 1940
Lincoln Continental I
Lincoln Continental I•
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Chassis No.: H96693
US$6,720 USD | Sold
- 292ci Flathead V-12 Engine
- 2 Downdraft Carburetors
- 120bhp at 3,900rpm
- 3-Speed Manual Transmission
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- 4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- Originally owned by R. Jacques DuPont
- One of 350 Produced in 1940
- Iconic Design by ET "Bob" Gregorie
- THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
The Lincoln Continental on offer has had the privilege of being under ownership within the DuPont family for over 60 years. According to a sales receipt dated January 7th, 1949, the vehicle was sold used for $1250 to R. Jacques DuPont at the West Chester Mercury-Lincoln dealer in Chester County Pennsylvania. Jacques was the son of the renowned E. Paul DuPont, a man most famous for founding Du Pont motors and saving Indian from financial ruin. The Lincoln would remain in regular use for 10 years under Jacques' care and it even served as his wedding vehicle upon marriage to Nancy Springer. Sometime around 1960, the vehicle was place in storage and remained stationary for the next 50 years.
After this time, the consigner purchased the vehicle from the DuPont family and has owned the Continental since.
As a bike racer and connoisseur of speed, Jacques fitted the vehicle with some interesting performance equipment. Under the hood sits an aftermarket Edelbrock manifold with dual carburetors, and the original cylinder heads have been replaced with steel units.
Due to the extended period of storage, the vehicle remains in original, unrestored condition. Just 350 of these cars were produced in 1940, making them a rare sight to see on the road today. Upon completion of a much needed refurbishment, this Lincoln will surely make a fine addition to any collection, especially considering its unique provenance.
التكلفة
24,680 AED
