38-Years-Owned 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Car

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Originally added to Lincoln's flagship Continental in 1959, the Town Car was introduced as an owner-driven full-size luxury car. Though the first iteration only spanned 1959-1960 in very limited production, the Town Car model was revived in 1970 once again as an optional trim package for the Continental. Following this revival, the Continental Town Car became the most popular Lincoln of the 1970s.

For 1978, the Town Car received several updates and new features, most notably the addition of a newly revised instrument panel and shorter fender skirts, offering a more open rear wheel well design.

This 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Car has reportedly been under the same ownership since 1988, and is finished in white with blue interior and blue exterior accents. It features pillow-top cloth seating, power locks and windows, air conditioning, and a power antenna. Under the hood, it is equipped with a 400ci V8 engine mated to a three-speed automatic transmission. The seller states that

This 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Car is now offered by the seller on behalf of the owner's estate with a clean Michigan title.

Highlights

• 400ci V8 engine

• 3-speed automatic transmission

• Power windows and locks

• Opera lights and windows

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (8Y82S830590) decodes as:

  • 8 - 1978 model year

  • Y - Wixom, Michigan, assembly plant

  • 82 - Lincoln Continental Town Car 4-door sedan

  • S - 400 cubic-inch V8 engine

  • 830590 - Production sequence number

• Power antenna

• AM FM stereo

• Pillow-top cloth interior

• Cruise control

• Power steering

• Power brakes

• Full wheel covers

• Body side molding

• Padded vinyl top

Known Imperfections

• Exterior wear as shown in the gallery

• Passenger rear power door lock works intermittently

• Air conditioning does not blow cold

• Images detailing this 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Car's condition are available in the photo gallery

Ownership History

The seller acquired this vehicle in 1988. The current title was issued in 1990.

Included Items

• Owner's manual

• Multiple sets of keys

Additional Information

The seller states, "This is a two owner vehicle. First owner 1978 to 1988 and second owner 1988 to present. Original non-restoration vehicle. Starts, runs, and glides down the road effortlessly. Exterior chrome trim, glass, and emblems are complete." "This vehicle is 100% original with only wear parts replaced such as new tires with less than 3,000 miles, original carburetor was recently rebuilt, air shocks added to the rear and 2" tow receiver added. Rear bumper filler has some age cracks in the paint. Right rear power door lock works intermittently."