1973 Lincoln Continental Mark IV

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Huntsville, Alabama — or “Rocket City,” as we know it — is home to NASA rocket-propulsion research and development. Nothing quite encapsulates the launch and excitement of the region as this out-of-world collection of cars including movie cars and tributes, desirable classics, and a rocket truck itself. 3… 2… 1… These cars are ready for blastoff, and all will be launched to new homes and garages as all lots are presented with NO RESERVE.   

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Introduced as part of Lincoln's Mark series, the Continental Mark IV was designed during a period when Lincoln aimed to compete with Cadillac's Eldorado. The luxury hardtop coupe featured a distinctive design with a long hood, short deck, and prominent grille, and one of its most recognizable features was the "Continental spare tire" hump on the trunk lid, a nod to the classic Continental models of the past. 

Under the hood, the 1973 Mark IV was powered by a robust 460 cubic-inch V8 engine with a four-barrel carburetor, producing 220 horsepower and 365 lb-ft of torque. It was mated to a three-speed automatic transmission. The interior of the Mark IV featured plush leather seats, woodgrain trim, and a host of luxury amenities such as power windows and seats, and an advanced (for its time) climate control system. 

While the automotive industry faced challenges in the early 1970s due to the oil crisis, the 1973 Mark IV remained a symbol of American luxury. Its combination of style, comfort, and performance made it a standout model when new, and it is cherished by classic car enthusiasts. 

Highlights 

• Offered from the Rocket City Collection 

• Finished in White paint over Silver Blue leather interior 

• Powered by a 462 cu-in V8 engine with four-barrel carburetor rated at 220 horsepower and 365 lb-ft of torque 

• C6 three-speed automatic transmission  

• The data plate decodes as: 

  • Body: 65D – Two-door hardtop 

  • Paint: 9A – White 

  • Trim: B5 – White leather interior 

  • DSO: 22 – Dallas, Texas, District Sales Office  

  • Axle: 9 – 3.25:1 rear axle ratio 

  • Trans: U – C6 three-speed automatic transmission 

• The chassis number (3Y89A905970) decodes as: 

  • 3 – 1973 model year 

  • Y – Wixom, Michigan, assembly plant 

  • 89 – Two-door hardtop 

  • A – 462 cu-in V8 4bbl 

  • 905970 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• Power steering, brakes, seat, windows, and locks 

• Air conditioning/climate control system 

• Woodgrain trim on dash and doors 

• Philco AM/FM stereo 

• Cartier clock 

• Rear opera windows 

• Hankook Optimo H724 P225/75R15 whitewall tires 

Known Imperfections 

• Minor Paint chips up front 

• Paint chip on passenger rear fender 

• Passenger door is scuffed on the front edge and scraped on rear edge 

• Stains on lower rear of Landau top 

• Interior door pulls are cracked 

• Hood latch is broken  

Included 

• Floor mats 

Ownership History

This 1973 Lincoln Continental Mark IV joined The Rocket City Collection in April 2024. It was purchased new from Fortune Lincoln-Mercury in El Paso, Texas.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty. 

Contact: Ramsey Potts   Phone: 912.508.4096   email: rpotts@hagerty.com