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1967 Lincoln Continental Sedan
Lincoln Continental Fourth Generation
1966-1967 (Fourth Generation Refreshed) · Sedan
Rarity Score
5/10 - Uncommon. While mass-produced, surviving examples are becoming rarer, especially in restorable condition.
Spot Difficulty
6/10. Rarely seen on roads today; most remaining examples are at car shows or, as seen here, in specialized salvage yards.
Engine & Performance
Engine: 462 cu in (7.6 L) MEL V8, naturally aspirated, estimated 340 hp and 485 lb-ft torque.
Transmission & Drivetrain: 3-speed Ford C6 SelectShift automatic transmission; Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD).
Performance: 0-60 mph in approx. 10 seconds; Top speed approx. 120 mph; Fuel economy ~8-12 mpg; Curb weight approx. 5,300 lbs.
Exterior
Originally white paint with heavy surface rust and patina; quad headlights (damaged/missing), hallmark chrome trim, slab-sided body style, and missing front wheels/tires. Features integrated fender indicators.
Interior Features
Likely features bench seats in leather or nylon/broadcloth, power windows (including rear vents), air conditioning, and a horizontal sweep speedometer. Current state appears stripped or heavily weathered.
Condition Assessment
Poor (Parts Car / Salvage). The vehicle is sitting in a field/junkyard, missing major components, and suffering from significant oxidation and structural rot.
Condition Issues: Severe surface rust, missing front grille/headlights, missing wheels, detached hood, possible frame rot from ground contact, and sun-damaged glass/trim.
Estimated Mileage: Unknown; likely 80,000 - 150,000 based on age and abandonment state.
Historical Significance
The fourth-gen Continental is an icon of 1960s American luxury, famous for its suicide doors and clean 'slab-side' design by Elwood Engel, which transitioned car design away from 1950s tailfins.
Notable Features
Famous rear-hinged 'suicide doors' (on 4-door models), vacuum-operated door locks, and the massive 462 cubic inch V8 engine.
Production Numbers
Approx. 45,667 sedans were produced for the 1967 model year.
Valuation
Estimated Market Value: $500 - $1,500 (Scrap or parts value only).
Auction Estimate: $200 - $1,000 (As-is, donor vehicle).
Maintenance Recommendations
Full frame-off restoration required. Immediate priority would be rust mitigation and sourcing a replacement powertrain, as the engine bay appears picked over.
Fun Facts
The 1960s Continental is the only post-WWII 4-door convertible from a major US maker; it was the choice of vehicle for US Presidents (incl. JFK's SS-100-X); and it appeared in 'The Matrix' as the rebels' car of choice.
Identified on: 6/21/2026
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