1959 Lincoln 2 Dr Ht Coupe Continental Capri Rebuilt Engine 430 Investment ! on 2040-cars
Salmon, Idaho, United States
Engine:430 ci
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Black White and blue
Model: Continental
Number of Cylinders: 8
Trim: Capri
Drive Type: Rear wheel
Mileage: 4,500
Power Options: Power Seats
Sub Model: Capri
Exterior Color: Black
- Travel tuner radio
- Comfort control heating system
- Power steering and brakes
- Power six way seats
- Wide whites
- Fender skirts
- Trailer hitch
- Remote control outside mirror
- Less than 2,000 manufactured
1959 Lincoln Capri
The Lincoln Capri was a bit shorter in length than the previous year, but at a whopping 2 inches who really noticed? Inside the Capri was over 46 inches in legroom and 38 inches in headroom, the lack of length wasn't a factor in accomadating for space. The main bones of the body features unframed construction with welded steel body and frame with safety door locks and safety glass in every window. The exterior is polished with baked enamel with two primer coats, two sealer coats and two pigmented finish coats to give it the ultimate sheen.
1959 Lincoln Capri Production and Specifications
Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
Premiere Series | |||||
N/A | 53A | 4-dr Sedan - 6P | $5,090 | 5,030 lbs | 1,312 |
N/A | 57A | 4-dr Hardtop Sedan - 6P | $5,090 | 5,000 lbs | 4,417 |
N/A | 63A | 2-dr Hardtop Coupe - 6P | $4,902 | 4,925 lbs | 2,200 |
Chassis Data
Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Overall Height | Width | Front Tread | Rear Tread | Tires |
Capri | 131 in | 227.1 in | 56.7 in | 80.1 in | 61 in | 61 in | 9.50 x 14 |
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1959 Lincoln Options and Accessories
Description | Description |
Turbo Drive Dual Range Transmission | Power Brakes |
Power Steering | Dual Exhaust |
Back-up Lights | Courtesy Lights |
Electric Clock | Foam Rubber Cushions |
Windshield Wipers | Padded Instrument Panel |
Padded Sun Visors | Turn Signals |
Wheel Covers | Oil Level Warning Light |
Non Glare Inside Mirror | Remote Control Outside Mirror |
4-way Power Seat and Power Windows | 6-way Power Seat |
Power Operated Window Vents | Side Windows |
Tinted Glass | All Leather Upholstery |
Air Conditioning | Automatic Door Locks |
Rocker Panel Molding | Directed Power Differential |
Electronic Headlamp Dimmer | Fuel Tank Lock |
Heater | Defroster |
Power Lubrication | Remote Control Trunk Lock |
Travel Tuner Radio with Dual Speakers | FM Radio Receiver |
Electric Dual Antennas | White Sidewall Tires |
1958–1959 [edit]
Model years | 1958–1959 |
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Assembly | Wixom, Michigan, USA[1] |
Body style | 2-door hardtop[1][10][11] 4-door sedan[1][10][11] 4-door hardtop[1][10][11] |
Engine | 430 cu in (7.0 L) MEL V8[1][10][11] |
Transmission | 3-speed Turbo-Drive automatic[1][10][11] |
Wheelbase | 131.0 in (3,327 mm)[1][10][11] |
Length | 1958: 229.0 in (5,817 mm)[1][10] 1959: 227.1 in (5,768 mm)[1][11] |
Width | 80.1 in (2,035 mm)[10][11] |
Height | 1958: 56.5 in (1,435 mm)[10] 1959: 56.7 in (1,440 mm)[11] |
Curb weight | 4,900–5,200 lb (2,200–2,400 kg) |
Related | Lincoln Mark series Lincoln Continental Lincoln Premiere |
Designer(s) | John Najjar |
These were the first Lincolns produced at the new Wixom, Michigan plant, and were made on a unibody platform much like the Lincoln-Zephyr and the original Lincoln Continental.[1] While advertising brochures made the case that Continental was still a separate make, the car shared its body with that year's Lincoln.[1] The Lincolns differed from the higher-model full-size Continentals in trim level and in their roof treatment, with the Continentals featuring a reverse-angle power rear "Breezeway" window that retracted down behind the back seat.[1] Lincoln lost over $60 million during 1958-1960, partly reflecting the expense of developing perhaps the largest unibody car[12] ever made. The 1958 full-size Lincoln sold poorly in all models because of the economic recession in the U.S.
The 1958-59 Lincoln Capri was one of the largest cars ever made, larger than contemporaneous Cadillacs, and with their canted headlights and scalloped fenders had styling considered by many to be excessive even in that decade of styling excess.[1] On a 131.0 in (3,327 mm)[1] wheelbase, and 229.0 in (5,817 mm)[1] long overall, 80.1 in (2,035 mm)[11] wide and up to 4,810 lb (2,180 kg)[1] shipping weight in the landau sedan in 1958, they are the longest Lincolns ever produced without federally mandated 5 mph (8.0 km/h) bumpers.[1] [13] The all-new[2] 375 hp (280 kW) 430 cu in (7.0 L) MEL V8was a welcome addition. The 63.1 inches (1,603 mm)[9][11] front and 63.0 inches (1,600 mm)[9][11] rear shoulder room they possessed set a record for Lincoln that still stands to this day. Sales were up, to 6,859, the landau sedan making up almost half, at 3,014 copies.[2] Heater and defroster (at US$110), AM radio (US$144), and seat belts (US$25) were all optional.[2] One rare option was an FM radio[10] for $129(had to have the AM also[2]). Brakes were 11" drums.[10]
The reputation for "excessive styling" is perhaps ironic given the enormous amount of styling talent that was connected with the development and modification of Lincolns of this vintage.[14] George W. Walker, known for his contribution to the development of the original Ford Thunderbird, was Vice-President in charge of Styling at Ford during this time.[14]Elwood Engel, famous for being lead designer of the 1961 Lincoln Continental and for his work as chief designer at Chrysler in the 1960s, was Staff Stylist (and consequently roamed all of the design studios) at Ford during this period and worked very closely with John Najjar in developing not only the 1958, but also the 1959 update.[14] After John Najjar was relieved of his responsibilities as Chief Stylist of Lincoln in 1957 he became Engel's executive assistant, and the two worked closely together in the "stilleto studio" in developing the 1961 Lincoln Continental, which of course won an award for its superlative styling.[14] After Engel left Ford in 1961, Najjar became the lead designer of the Ford Mustang Iconcept car, which later gave birth to the Ford Mustang. Don Delarossa, who succeeded Najjar as Chief Stylist of Lincoln, was responsible for the 1960 Continental and Premiere update, and went on to become chief designer at Chrysler in the 1980s.[14] Alex Tremulis, who was Chief Stylist at Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg in the mid to late 1930s and famous for his work on the 1948 Tucker Sedan, was head of Ford's Advanced Styling Studio during this period, and it was his Ford La Tosca concept car, with its oval overlaid with an "X" theme, that gave birth to the "slant eyed monster" nickname to the 1958 Lincoln front end.[14]
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