Lincoln Continental Mark V 1979 Collector Series, 97 miles

A 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V Collector Series is being offered for sale on Bring a Trailer with only 97 miles on the odometer. This was the final year of the Mark V before the model was scaled down in 1980, and it was also the longest coupe Ford Motor Company ever built, measuring over 19 feet. The car is in near-new condition from 1979, having undergone basic servicing before being auctioned.

The Collector Series: The era of large coupes.

With the downsizing trend beginning in 1980, Lincoln introduced the Collector Series for the 1979 Continental Mark V, marking the end of the era of large personal luxury coupes. The market in the 1980s also moved away from "yacht-sized" two-door models, and the Mark VI was significantly smaller as a result.

Storage condition, 97 miles on the odometer.

According to the description, the car was originally purchased by its first owner for storage purposes. It was then passed on to the owner's son, who continued to store it. Before being listed for sale, the car had just undergone a recent service including an oil change (first time), brake system inspection and maintenance, and fuel system flushing. Its overall condition is considered museum-quality, equivalent to a brand-new car from 1979.

Exterior details: over 19 feet long, Collector Series identification.

This Continental is finished in Midnight Blue metallic paint, paired with a matching blue vinyl landau roof. Collector Series identifying features include a gold-toned grille, side air vents, and Collector Series badging. The car uses 15-inch turbine-style alloy wheels, features disc brakes on all four wheels, and power steering.

A blue velvet cabin, with amenities typical of the late 1970s.

Inside, the dark blue interior with thick velvet upholstery evokes the characteristic plush feel of American luxury cars from the late 1970s. Wood trim, automatic climate control, numerous electric controls, and a Quadrasonic sound system with an eight-track tape player recreate the original atmosphere of the car's early days.

Powertrain and transmission: 400-cubic-liter V-8 engine, 3-speed automatic transmission.

Under the hood is a 400-cubic-inch V-8 engine, factory-stated at 159 horsepower when new. This power is paired with a three-speed automatic transmission, delivering the effortless driving experience befitting a large luxury coupe.

Maintenance after storage period

The work performed included brake maintenance, fuel system bleeding, and oil changes. Given that the car had been stored for many years, these tasks ensured its basic readiness while maintaining its original condition as much as possible for collector purposes.

Positioning value: artifacts of a bygone era

With its exceptional size and distinctive finish, the 1979 Continental Mark V Collector Series clearly demonstrates the transition between the golden age of coupes to larger cars and the subsequent era of smaller vehicles. Despite technical inspection, the car is more suited for display, collection, or research into the design and technology of the late 1970s, rather than for long-distance journeys.

Key specifications as described

Auction closing time

The auction ended on November 11th.