Nut & Bolt Restored! Lincoln 430ci V8, Automatic, PS, PB, A/C, Power Top, Loaded

1965 Lincoln Continental Convertible Description

1965 Lincoln Continental

Vin: 5Y86N405722

Check out this stunning 1965 Lincoln Continental Convertible! This Continental has live a very luxurious life and it was previously owned by the world famous Lady Gaga! The laser straight body, glossy White Paint finish, Purple Interior, Power Convertible Top, Dual Headlights, Whitewall Tires, and Polished Components all around on this '65 are sure to turn heads wherever you go! This Continental has undergone an extensive Frame Off Restoration with over $80,000 invested into the process along with professional work from various experts in the industry! Under the hood sits a Ford 430ci MEL V8 Engine mated to a Ford-O-Matic 3-Speed Automatic Transmission. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a Dana 53 Rear End with an Open Differential. This Lincoln was also fitted with New Front Springs, Shocks, Lower Ball Joints, and Rear Leaf Springs as well! This 65' Continental drives amazing and you can cruise around town with ease thanks to the equipped Power Brakes (front disc), Power Steering, and the fully-functional Heat and Air Conditioning!

During the restoration, a multitude of work went into restoring the V8 engine into what it is today. Key points of this work include:

- Complete Engine Removal and Reconditioning of the Cylinder Heads
- New Gaskets throughout the entire engine
- New Camshaft, Lifters, and Timing Set
- New Hardened Pushrods installed
- Bottom End of Engine was Disassembled, Inspected, and Confirmed to be All-Original Ford Components. Engine was reassembled and torqued to correct specifications
- 430ci Correct Carburetor was Rebuilt
- Professionally Cleaned and Refinished
- New Alternator installed

The interior of this '65 Continental looks absolutely amazing and it is quite comfortable too! Take a look inside to see this Lincoln sporting Split Bench Seating up front with Power Controls, Bench Seating in the rear, Seat Belts all around, Purple Vinyl Upholstery throughout, Purple Carpeting, Power Windows, Power Locks, Power Antenna, beautiful Gauges, AM/FM Radio with Ipod Connector, Dashboard Clock, along with Polished Chrome Components all over! The underside of this Continental also looks amazing! Take a look underneath to see the beautiful condition of the Floors, Bracing, Rocker Panels, New Rear End, Driveshaft Fuel Tank, Fuel and Brake Lines, Brakes all around, New Suspension Components front and rear, Steering Components, along with the Exhaust System as well!

This 1965 Lincoln Continental Convertible is simply a gorgeous ride inside and out! This car show ready Lincoln won't last long so call us today before it's gone!

Call us today and let VMS park your dream in your driveway! 248-974-9513

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Mechanics:
Ford 430ci MEL V8 Engine
Engine #C4VE - 6015 - A
- Engine Tag: 430 65 2 44J 385
- Casting Date: 5B12 (Feb/12th/1965)
- Car Built September/16th
- Engine Machined May/19th
Serial # 5E19W
Stock Cylinder Heads

Carter AFB 4 Barrel Carburetor
- Carb #: 3521S E3
- Tag #: C3VE - AB3EC
- Stamped Carb Number is Correct for a 430 MEL V8!

Ford-O-Matic 3 Speed AutomaticTransmission
- "Large Case" Ford O - Matic Correct for 1961 - 1965 Lincoln 430 Applications.
- Referenced to as "Lincoln Turbo - Drive"
Transmission # C3VP 7006 - A
- Tag: PCA E1 086260

Front Suspension - Independent
Rear Suspension - Leaf Spring
Dana 53 Rear End
- Ratio: 2.89:1
- Open Differential
- Has Original Ratio Tag that Matches Gear Ratio!
- Gear Ratio Matches the Data Tag

Front Wheels - 15"
Rear Wheels - 15"
Front Tires - 235/75R15
Rear Tires - 235/75R15

Front Brakes - Power Disc
Rear Brakes - Power Drum

Power Steering

Heat and Air Conditioning

Dual Exhaust
- Factory Replacement

Body:
- Body Lines are Straight
- Paint looks Great
- Suicide Doors
- Chrome looks Great
- Headlight Bezels are Great
- Doors Operate Smoothly
- Bumpers look Great
- Convertible Top Works Great

Interior:
- Seats in Good Condition
- Door Panels look Good
- Dash is Clean
- Steering Wheel looks Good
- Front and Rear Seat Belts
- Stainless looks Great

Underneath:
- Exhaust is New
- Frame is Solid
- Floor is Solid
- Welds look Amazing
- Rockers in Good Condition
- Pinch Welds look Great

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