1979 Lincoln Mark V Collector Series

1979 Lincoln Mark V Collector Series
Chassis no. 9Y89S760037
400ci OHV V8 Engine
Single Carburetor
225bhp at 4,000rpm
3-Speed C-6 Automatic Transmission
Independent Front Suspension - Live Rear Axle
Front Disc - Rear Drum Brakes

*Rare Collector Series Edition Mark V
*Just two owners from new
*Roughly 20,000 original miles
*Remarkably original condition

THE LINCOLN MARK V

Following the successful Mark IV, which debuted in 1972, the Mark V would be an evolutionary step for the personal luxury Coupe. The latest iteration shared the same platform as its forbearer but featured sharper lines devoid of any true curves. Still years away from the downsizing movement, this generation of the mark series carried the distinction of being the largest Coupe, 230 inched long, ever sold by Ford Motor Company. By that point much stricter environmental legislation had taken effect. As a result, the 400ci motor would become standard as of the first model year, with the old 460ci V8 becoming an option in every state except California.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

As a Collector Series Mark V, this Lincoln arrived from the factory with a suite of unique features. These include a gold grill with a matching hood ornament, padded contoured deck lid accent, midnight blue cloth seats, wood accents, leather wrapped dash pad, and color keyed turbine wheels.

Remarkably, just two owners have had the distinction of commanding this substantial piece of 70s Detroit steel. The first owner bought the car new from Waterloo Ford Lincoln in Edmonton Canada and would trade the car in for a Volkswagen years later. Today, just around 20,000 miles appear on the dashboard and the vehicle shows in remarkable condition. The cloth interior does not show serious tears, rips, or even substantial color fading. The body of the vehicle is in equally good condition.

It will arrive complete with a tool kit, original key set, owner's and shop manuals, and the original spare tire. Befitting of the "Time Warp"' distinction, this Lincoln appears as though it never left the decade of gold medallions and big lapels.