1977 Lincoln Continental
1977 Lincoln Continental Town Car - Only 18K Original Miles - Mint!
This 1977 Lincoln Continental Town Car was recently acquired from a gentleman's estate collection of exceptional low-mileage automobiles. Showing just 18,871 original miles from new, this remarkable survivor is finished in white over medium blue leather with a black canvas top. A straight-and-arrow Texas car, it retains mostly original paint, its entirely original interior, and an untouched engine bay. Factory-equipped with air conditioning, cruise control, power windows, seats, locks, trunk release, and antenna, tilt steering, AM/FM radio, and the desirable Cartier clock, this full-size American luxury sedan has clearly spent its life indoors and drives exactly as a genuine 18,000-mile car should.
Highlights:
18,871 original miles
Recently acquired from a gentleman's estate collection
Original Texas car, always garaged
Approximately 75% original paint
100% original interior
Untouched, correct engine bay
Totally rust-free underside
Black canvas top in mint condition
All original stamps, stickers, and factory markings intact
Factory Equipment
460 cubic-inch V8 (7.5L, 208 hp)
3-speed automatic transmission
Air conditioning
AM/FM radio
Cruise control
Power windows
Power seats
Power door locks
Tilt steering column
Power trunk release
Power antenna
Cartier clock
Hide-away headlights
Exterior:
The white finish presents beautifully with approximately 75% original paint remaining. The top of the hood and deck lid were re-cleared at some point, likely when the car was new to address transport damage at the dealership. This older work shows some light crazing that is barely noticeable on the white finish. The remaining body panels retain their original paint in stunning condition. The car is arrow-straight with no dents, dings, or evidence of any body repair. The black canvas top is new and in mint condition. All chrome and stainless trim is bright and virtually like-new, a testament to indoor storage. Every lens is crystal clear, and all glass is perfect throughout.
Interior:
The medium blue leather interior is 100% original and presents in mint condition, looking as though the car has 2,000 miles rather than 18,000. The seats, door panels, carpets, dash pad, and steering wheel are all exceptional with no wear, cracks, or fading. The headliner is perfect. All gauges, switches, and controls function as they should, including the Cartier clock, which keeps time. The power windows, seats, locks, trunk release, and antenna all operate correctly. The AM/FM radio works, and the air conditioning blows cold.
Mechanical:
This Continental drives exactly like a genuine low-mileage car should. The 460 cubic-inch V8 starts immediately and idles smoothly. The 3-speed automatic shifts crisply through all gears. The car has been thoroughly serviced with a complete tune-up, all fluids flushed, and a full mechanical inspection. The engine bay is completely original, untouched, and correct, retaining all factory stamps and markings. The hide-away headlights operate properly. Everything works.
Underside and Trunk:
The underside is totally rust-free and rock-solid, confirming this car's Texas provenance and indoor life. The trunk is entirely original, complete with the original spare tire (appears unused) and jack in place. All factory stamps and stickers remain under the trunk lid and inside the door jambs. Even the original fuel filler door cover is intact. This is the level of preservation you simply do not find.
Summary:
Acquired from a collector who clearly appreciated and preserved his automobiles, this 1977 Lincoln Continental Town Car represents an opportunity to own a time-capsule example of American full-size luxury at its finest. Genuine low-mileage survivors of this quality are becoming exceptionally rare. With just 18,871 original miles, proper maintenance, and a life spent indoors, this is as close to a new 1977 Town Car as you are likely to find. A must-see car.
Contact Us:
For questions, please call Bobby at 480-226-4018. We can assist with shipping connections. International buyers are welcome. The car is located in sunny Scottsdale, AZ.
Engine
- Engine Type
- Gasoline
- Engine Size
- 460 V8
- Fuel Specification
- —
Body
- Body Color
- White
- Body Style
- Sedan
- Doors
- 4
- Paint Type
- —
Basic
- Year
- 1977
- Make
- Lincoln
- Model
- Continental
- Miles
- 18,871
Interior
- Interior Color
- Blue Leather
- Secondary Interior Color
- —
- Seating Type
- Bench
- Seat Material
- Leather
- Shifter Type
- —
- Center Console
- No
- Engine Size
- 460 V8
- Transmission Type
- Automatic
- Body Style
- Sedan
- Miles
- 18,871
- Vin
- 7Y82A848439
- Stock
- 345345841