1942 Lincoln Continental Coupe

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1942 Lincoln Continental Coupe is more than a car—it’s a symbol of elegance standing at the edge of a world in turmoil. Conceived by Edsel Ford and styled by Bob Gregorie, the Continental began as Edsel’s personal custom car, blending European sophistication with American luxury. Its success led to limited production, establishing the Continental as a design icon.

For 1942, Lincoln refined the formula with a bold yet graceful profile. The extended hood, abbreviated rear deck, and signature rear-mounted spare tire — later known as the “Continental kit” — defined its distinctive look. Flowing fenders and a wide, assertive grille conveyed presence, while the coupe’s smooth roofline added refinement. Inside, craftsmanship prevailed with leather seating, polished wood trim, and understated elegance.

Under the hood, a 305-cubic-inch V12 delivered 130 horsepower and 220 lb-ft. of torque, paired with a three-speed manual transmission. Performance was smooth and effortless, befitting its luxury status. Production ended abruptly as World War II halted civilian car manufacturing. Only about 200 coupes were built, making the 1942 Continental one of Lincoln’s rarest creations.

Delivered to Oklahoma City on December 15, 1941 — just one week after the United States entered the war — this example marks a poignant moment in automotive history.

This Continental is now offered at no reserve in Georgia with handwritten and typed notes from a previous longtime owner.

Highlights

• Rare (~200 produced) 1942 Continental Coupe

• Delivered to Oklahoma City on December 15, 1941

• Restored by Tip’s Antiques of Hays, Kansas, in 1986

Factory Equipment

• Finished in Sheldon Gray paint over red leather upholstery with gray corduroy inserts

• Powered by a 305 cu-in V12 engine rated at 130 hp and 220 lb-ft. of torque

• Three-speed overdrive, column-shifted manual transmission

• Signature “Continental kit” rear-mounted spare tire

• Gold-plated interior accents

• Fender skirts

• Electric master switch on firewall under glove box

• AM radio with horizontal dial and large dash-mounted speaker

• Heater

• 110 mph speedometer; gauges for temp, oil, amps, and fuel; and analog clock

• Original tire pressure and engine oil info sticker on inside of glove box

• Firestone Deluxe Champion 7.00-15 wide whitewall tires

• Original hubcaps

Known Imperfections

• Scratch on driver’s side front fender and on

• Spotting on hood, front passenger fender, and roof

• Scratch on driver's door

• Paint scraped on passenger door frame

Ownership History

• This 1942 Lincoln Continental Coupe was acquired in by its current owner in 2025.

Included Items

• Handwritten and typed notes from previous longtime owner

• Insurance certificates dating to 1991-92

• Red floor mats

Additional Information

A Broad Arrow Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this listing. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Tim Rollinger Phone: 912.596.2099 Email: trollinger@hagerty.com