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COOLAND COLLECTIBLE

THIS RESTORED
1963 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL
SHINES WITH CUSTOM TOUCHES

NO RESERVE - LOT #1313

When buying a collector car or truck, superior quality may craftsman who worked tirelessly to get everything right
cost more initially, but in the long run, the finest vehicles during the process. The work included blocking the body
ultimately are almost always the best value as well. in three stages to ensure a razor-straight panel fit that
beautifully showcases the custom-blended Super Black
At the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, March 20-27,
the best of the best will cross the auction block, including paint topped off by a lustrous clear coat finish from
this very special No Reserve 1963 Lincoln Continental House of Kolor.
Convertible finished in stunning triple black: paint, All the original chrome pieces were professionally restored
interior and roof. The starting point for this incredible as well, and the underside of the Lincoln was finished and
nut-and-bolt restoration was a clean 1963 Lincoln detailed to the same exacting standards as the body. That
Continental four-door convertible. means the chassis also was taken down to bare metal before
being powder-coated. Numerous upgrades on the chassis
The fourth-generation Lincoln was first introduced in 1961,
becoming the first new four-door American convertible and suspension ensure that this fabulous 1960s convertible
to go on sale since World War II. Among the myriad of drives like a modern Lincoln.
innovative features were its so-called “suicide doors,” with The attention to detail extended to the $40,000 custom
front doors latched conventionally, but the back doors black leather interior, which is its own work of art.
latched in the rear. Everything on the inside was removed and either
Sixty years later, suicide-door Lincolns still have a professionally restored or significantly upgraded.
commanding and alluring presence, especially in black. The interior was reimagined with the highest-quality
This is an iconic design that has withstood the test of time, components, including Dynamat noise reduction, all-new
making it a perfect candidate to undergo a restoration while carpeting and door panels, Lincoln-embossed emblems
adding some custom touches. stitched on the upper back seats and a custom leather-
With such a classic model, every part of the restoration wrapped dash. All the original gauges were removed and
has to be done to the absolute highest quality, with no restored, and a high-end Alpine sound system with custom
corners cut and no compromises of any kind. That level focal speakers and a hidden subwoofer were added.
of obsessive attention to detail is especially important The powerful 430ci Lincoln engine was bored 0.30 inches
with black cars. While black is considered one of the and upgraded with modern fuel injection and a 4-speed
most desirable color among collectors, it is also the least automatic transmission, adding to its drivability. And to
forgiving, as any flaws or imperfections will be apparent. make sure the look is just right, this big, black Lincoln rolls

Fortunately, thanks to the incredible restoration work on a set of custom-made 22-inch billet wheels designed to
that went into this black beauty, the finish appears to be resemble the original hubcaps.
flawless. The owners spent more than $250,000 – fully This Lincoln has been driven approximately 500 miles since
documented with invoices – on the restoration to make the restoration was completed last year. It is exceptional in
sure everything was done to the highest possible standard, every way – the right quality, the right stance, even the right
both in what you see and what you don’t. colors. Now all it needs is the right buyer to take it home.
The Lincoln’s body was stripped to bare metal, with – Tom Jensen
more than 500 hours of prep-work labor from the skilled For up-to-date information on these vehicles, visit Barrett-Jackson.com

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