Private Seller
Jefferson, LA 70121
1978 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL – ONE OF THE FINAL YEARS OF FULL-SIZE LUXURY
Rose Over Burgundy Leather · “The Quietest Ride in Town”
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Just 27,947 original miles
• 460ci V8 with C6 automatic transmission
• New fuel tank, sending unit, fuel pump, and remanufactured carburetor
• A/C converted to R134A with new POA valve, condenser, receiver/dryer, and dual-line compressor hose
• New front and rear air shocks, master cylinder, and power steering pump
• New spark plugs, wires, cap, rotor, battery cables, and tires
• Burgundy leather split-bench seat in excellent condition with original plush shag carpet
• AM/FM stereo with working 8-track player, cruise control, tilt wheel
• Power seats, windows, locks, front disc brakes, and power steering
• New paint and vinyl roof
• Extra chrome moldings and full documentation included
• Clean Louisiana title | Owned by current owner for over 10 years
A LUXURY SURVIVOR WITH ELEGANCE AND PRESENCE
This 1978 Lincoln Continental hails from the final generation of Lincoln’s legendary full-size sedans—celebrated for their unmatched ride quality, imposing presence, and whisper-quiet comfort. Finished in a factory-correct Rose Metallic with a new vinyl roof, this well-preserved classic shows just 27,947 miles and has been owned by the current caretaker for more than a decade.
Power comes from the smooth 460ci V8 paired with a C6 automatic transmission, supported by a long list of recent mechanical upgrades including a new fuel tank, sending unit, fuel pump, and a professionally remanufactured carburetor. The A/C system has been fully converted to R134A, with a new POA valve, condenser, receiver/dryer, and dual-line compressor hose—delivering cold, reliable comfort for modern driving.
Other upgrades include new air shocks front and rear, a new master cylinder, power steering pump, refreshed ignition system, and new tires. The car starts instantly, idles smoothly, doesn’t smoke or leak, and glides through the gears with confidence—exactly what you’d expect from “The Quietest Ride in Town.”
Inside, the burgundy leather split-bench seating is in excellent condition. The original shag carpet remains plush, paired with custom burgundy Lincoln-logo mats. The foam seats show no signs of fatigue, and the headliner is original, tight, and crack-free—a rare detail in a vehicle of this vintage.
Two minor quirks are noted: one of the six tilt seat positions on the passenger seat operates intermittently, and the clock, rebuilt twice, now works sporadically. Included with the sale are extra chrome moldings and detailed documentation of all work performed.
Whether you’re a Lincoln collector or simply someone who appreciates the elegance of true American luxury, this Continental is a shining example of late-‘70s design. With low mileage, long-term ownership, and tasteful restoration, it’s ready to cruise or show—with road presence that floats on clouds and silence that turns heads.
You will “Ride the Wind… Not the Road” in this pristine Lincoln Continental
| Year: | 1978 |
| Make: | Lincoln |
| Model: | Continental |
| Mileage: | 27,947 |
| Exterior Color: | ROSE |
| Interior Color: | BURGUNDY |
| Trim: | BURGUNDY LEATHER INTERIOR |
| Body: | 4 DOOR |
| Stock: | |
| Engine Size: | 460 4BL |
| Transmission: | AUTOMATIC |
| Vin: | 8Y82A927204 |
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