One thing l can say about these cars is this.... Back in the day when you drove these cars you would get a lot looks... And today in 2019 if you drove these cars in the streets you would still get a lot of looks
bought `78 with barely ten a `77 Mark V Matchbox for 10 bucks. what a time! back then, as Cars looked like cars from real man - and not like today where most cars look as gay as most of their drivers are LOL
John Mandragon same here, I wished more people in the UK could appreciate American cars, barely anyone does and it really pisses me off. I was at a show recently where there was a stunning ‘73 Pontiac Grand Safari Station Wagon and I overheard a Brit describe it as “so grotesque it’s almost nice.” What a knob.
Capt777harris I know, my dad has and had a few yanks because we love ‘em. We’ve got a beautiful ‘68 Country Squire and it’s just the best thing ever. Everything works on it and it’s mint. Even the radio still works, the wacky rear tailgate and the electric front seats. In 1968!
tsh barely any, I think back in the day you used to get more of them but there are scarcely any here now. For some reason, people in the UK who bring over American cars here always buy the worst and most boring ones they can find like 90s Camaros and really scrappy pickups when there are so many much nicer cars they could bring over. It’s a real shame because there were so many fantastic American cars from the 20th Century which are only really appreciated by our LHD European cousins, particularly in France, Germany and Holland.
Chrysler had their Imperial which was sometimes their own division, yet other times sold under the Chrysler brand. They tended to be the fanciest of all the US made land yachts. They were also expensive which kept sales numbers very low. ua-cam.com/video/Siv_6r43f5A/v-deo.html
There was pride in Engineering then. Corporations made huge profits, workers were not paid bonuses .. The Executive were ... The need for greed saw reduction in quality, specification, Engineering ... Then the wheels fell off. The Fuel crisis when prices reached stratospheric heights killed these beauties off. They weren't performance cars by any means, they were built for the ride and motoring pleasure. Now one wouldn't be able to find a parking spot large enough. When I as a a 14 year old saw a Lincoln Continental being crushed into a cube in the movie >Goldfinger< 1964 it brought tears to my eyes ...
Hahaha I own both a 1977 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz and a 1979 Lincoln Mark V. They are still wonderful cars. Better than any car on the road when I'm driving.. besides the gas mileage
I was working for a rich oil man when the Mark IV came out.The man had to have one so he flew his secretary and I to Denver to pick up the first one available. It was the first Mark IV ever in New Mexico and I was sporting a beautiful woman in it all the way from Denver to southern NM. Wow if I had known what a memorable thing I was doing, I might have enjoyed it a little more..... Probably not!!!
@@raymondg8672 I believe it’s his father’s collection technically but I could be mistaken lol I’ve been binge watching all the episodes of cars from this collection lol
I salute the collectors who collect these big beautiful cars and keep American history alive I love the Lincoln's Cadillacs I love Chryslers keep on doing what you doing
Back in the day.. if you seen anyone drive one of these big Lincolns... you knew they were rich. Because when those Mark 3's and Mark 4's were brand new at the Lincoln dealers they'd sell for around $10,000.. which was a LOT of money for a car..considering you could buy a brand new Ford Torino or Thunderbird for only $3000 at the Ford Dealer.
Great video. The Mark III is in a league of its own with style and the far higher quality of the interior materials. The Mark III dash features real wood veneer as opposed to plastic used on the later Mark series.
Oh shit, how could I forget... That '73 Mark had power EVERYTHING!!! Including the sun roof!!! Complete luxury at the fingertips!!! Way ahead of it's time........
The Mark III is my favorite of the Lincoln Mark Continental models, they have the best interiors/powertrains of the bunch, for the Mark IV the 1972 model year was the only one I liked because it was the last year prior to the Emission Control Devices, smog pumps and 5mph bumpers.
I agree. One of my biggest regrets is; I had a chance to buy a 1970 Lincoln Mark III, back in the early 1990's. It only had 35,000 miles and was in mint condition (Still had that "new car" smell) for only $1500. At the time, I had plenty of money but was on a "minimalist" kick, where, if I didn't absolutely need something, I wouldn't buy it, because I was afraid of being a hoarder. The Mark III was white with a white leather interior. It was marvelous. I think about that car every so often. It was awesome. Dennis talks about the instrument cluster being like jewelry. I remember that it's clock was made by Cartier, so maybe Cartier had a hand in designing the whole instrument cluster or layout? 1970 was the best year for the Mark series, IMO. The car was still hand built. It didn't go assembly line until the next year & had some other advantage, which I can't recall offhand, over the 1969 model. To add insult to injury, during the same period, I turned down my cousin's perfect, always garage kept, Datsun 240z, which he offered me for the same price, $1500, as my dad's friend had on the Mark III, for the same reason, I was on that minimalist kick! Most of the time, when people pass up great opportunities like these, it's because they are short of money, but I was rolling in cash in those days, and I wouldn't have even noticed spending $1500 or even $3000, because I was too busy working to spend the fruits of my labors. ...That's what I get, for trying to get my sh~t together (I do have a tendency to be a pack rat). ...C'est la vie...
THATS WERE UR DELUTIONALY WRONG. THE MARK 3 WAS UNPROPOTIONED IN ASTHETIC DESIGN THE 72 MARK 4 IS AND ALWAYS WAS AND ALWAYS WILL BE THE PINNACLE OF ALL 2 DR COUPE LINCOLNS IT'S STYLING ABSOLUTELY PUTS THE MARK 3 TO SHAME HOWEVER THE LATER MARK 4s WERE RUINED BY THE GOVERNMENTS REGULATIONS WHEN IN 73 MANDATED THAT THE MANUFACTURERS HAD TO PUT THE BIG CLUNKY 5 MILE AN HOUR BUMPERS ON ALL THE NEW MODELS THAT BIG BUMPER ASTHETICLY TOOK A LOT OF THE GREAT LOOKS OF THE MARK 4. THAT'S WHY THE 72 MARK 4 STANDS ALONE AS THEE FINEST LOOKING MOST APPEALING OVER ALL OTHER LINCOLN MARK SERIES.
Some may say that the land yacht was the pinnacle of automotive luxury. But I say it was a stage in the evolution of cars. At first for a more comfortable ride, they added springs, then they added shock absorbers so it absorbs all the bumps for a silky smooth ride. Then they went to air suspension which is an improvement, and now they are at electromagnetic suspension. So it wasn’t the pinnacle for luxury but the pinnacle of luxury for that design and era.
My first brand new car was a 1977 Mark V. Loaded to the guts minus the moonroof. I did order it and waited 8 weeks for it to come in. Paid $ 11,900 and remember it like it was yesterday. It drove like you were sitting on your recliner. Wish I still had it.
The TV series Cannon is back on TV where I live. It's on COZI TV on digital channel 41.2 every weeknight. He drives a 1974 Lincoln Mark IV on the show.
@@midos6767 The first season, Frank Cannon drove a Mark III. He also had an old school mobile phone. An interesting feature, that proved very useful to Frank Cannon specifically, since he was "portly", was, that the driver's seat could swivel he and his belly, out from underneath the steering wheel, to make getting in and out of the car much easier with or without a pistol in hand!
I bought a used 1973 Mark IV in 1980. I was only 20 years old and my friends thought I was in the money but I really didn't give that much for it. That car was a dream and I wish I still had it. It was SO well built and smooth as silk to drive. Total luxury!
I'm currently in the same situation. I'm 19 years old and contemplating buying a 1972 Mark IV, but as with you, all my nearest say that it will break down and just be a problem.
@@markuschristiansen7874 If it was kept in good condition and not left to set up somewhere for years, it may be ok. But yes, there could be potential problems with a car that old. But if you have the time and money to invest in getting it going, you may love it. Those cars had HUGE engines with a LOT of horsepower and they were pretty darn tough and would haul A$$, LOL! Just beware, with gas as high as it is, the gas mileage you'll get will be TERRIBLE. Just thought you would have wanted to know that.
it's great to see something a little unusual and the NPD collection has a lot of excellent stuff. My fave Lincoln is theContinental Mark III. Such a beautiful classy classic. It's really amazing to see a 50 year old all original car that looks like new. Thanks to the National Parts Depot for sharing your awesome collection for us dreamers.
In the early 00s, I worked for a local ma and pa shop. We had an elderly lady customer with a 76 Town Car that her husband, long gone, had special ordered new. Triple white with a dark blue pinstripe, it had every option available at the time, including a police spec 460 and dual exhausts. She came in every 3 months for an oil change, regardless of mileage. ( car showed 84k on it last I saw it) It was like new. And she was so proud of it. Not a ding on it nor spec of rust. Total time capsule. I drove her to her home in it several times when she decided not to wait for service. 20+ ft of pure bliss. So quiet. So comfortable. Lots of low end torque. I always wanted to take it out on the open road and really ring it out, but never had the chance. Touchy brakes though. It was 1 of those cars you had to swing into a parking spot, SLOWLY, while the frt tires scrubbed away. I wonder what happened to that car?
when I was 19 (in '82) I bought a '75 Mark IV with 75,000 miles. it was easily the most comfortable car I've ever owned. the high-backed, deep split-bench seat supported my tall frame and long legs better than any car before or since. while it didn't jump right off the line, when you put your foot down it gathered speed surprisingly rapidly. the day I test drove it, we turned out of the dealership and stopped at the traffic light at the base of a bridge. the salesman turned to me with a grin and said, "when the light turns green, go ahead and stomp it!" I did, and the car started to roll until about 20 mph. then the front end lifted a bit and the hood twisted from the engine's torque and it felt like the hand of God gave that 5600 pound behemoth a massive push. by the time we reached the top of the bridge (about 120 yards), the car had hit 70 mph, shifted into third, and roared down the other side, still accelerating. I never felt the pavement breaks or heard anything other than the muted thrush of the exhaust. it was that smooth. the only car I ever drove that had a softer ride was a '77 New Yorker I test drove about the same time... but the seats weren't high-back and it was just a whisker less comfortable for me to sit in; plus it had the 400 lean-burn which I knew was a problematic engine and even less power. at the end of the day, I chose the Continental. how I wish I still had that car. :((
I've posted elsewhere that after the '79 gas crisis we could buy cars like that for around $500. My friends had a Mk III; Chrysler Newport; Sedan de Ville; Ford LTD; Olds 98 Regency; and I had a '77 Cordoba. People couldn't trade in their luxury cars fast enough to buy compact cars.
I'm an old triple gee and the application of these car can't be explained to young bucks you had to be their when ford and Lincoln was king me my self chrome is the life of the car long live the 70.s and 80.s Lincoln a true car.
One of my biggest regrets is; I had a chance to buy a 1970 Lincoln Mark III, back in the early 1990's. It only had 35,000 miles and was in mint condition (Still had that "new car" smell) for only $1500. At the time, I had plenty of money but was on a "minimalist" kick, where, if I didn't absolutely need something, I wouldn't buy it, because I was afraid of being a hoarder. The Mark III was white with a white leather interior. It was marvelous. I think about that car every so often. It was awesome. Dennis talks about the instrument cluster being like jewelry. I remember that it's clock was made by Cartier, so maybe Cartier had a hand in designing the whole instrument cluster or layout? 1970 was the best year for the Mark series, IMO. The car was still hand built. It didn't go assembly line until the next year & had some other advantage, which I can't recall offhand, over the 1969 model. To add insult to injury, during the same period, I turned down my cousin's perfect, always garage kept, Datsun 240z, which he offered me for the same price, $1500, as my dad's friend had on the Mark III, for the same reason, I was on that minimalist kick! Most of the time, when people pass up great opportunities like these, it's because they are short of money, but I was rolling in cash in those days, and I wouldn't have even noticed spending $1500 or even $3000, because I was too busy working to spend the fruits of my labors. ...That's what I get, for trying to get my sh~t together (I do have a tendency to be a pack rat). ...C'est la vie...
Hi - I know a chap here in Qatar who has a Mark V in the exact colour of the one in this video. Has under 20,000km on the clock - totally original and untouched. Awesome machine and a real head turner. Mind you he has more cars than I have had hot dinners and all are the same condition (the cars NOT my hot dinners!!!)
Dad had a Mark IV in burgundy with a white vinyl top and burgundy cloth interior. It would really move and the ride was amazing! We would be on the highway and mom would ask dad, "How fast are we going?" He would say "Only 80!" from the back i could see we were doing a 100! But it was such a smooth ride you could not tell!
My parent's bought a loaded 1973 Oldsmobile Custom cruiser, canary yellow with simulated wood grain sides, power everything, rocket 455, luggage rack, thermometer on the driver's door, comfortron duel a/c and we drove it all over the country on vacation's. You could put the back seats down and put a full size mattress in the back which worked out great for going on dates when I was in high school....lol! I miss that car!
As a child I'll always remember the 69 Mark III. Even then I knew I was looking at a rich mans car. Beautiful, big,sporty ,classy. All the things most cars then werent.
We called them boats in my old neighborhood. My Dad and later my older brother moved on from cool muscle cars to Lincoln continentals. All boats. They rode nice, very smooth but they were never for me. I'm a Jeep man and eventually will add an '87 Grand National to the garage. But those boats were like riding on a couch.
I once had a 1973 Mark IIII that I purchased used! It was a limited edition silver inside and out, yes silver leather seats!!! It was outfitted with mag wheels and the front plate said "Stinkin Lincoln"!!! I absolutely loved that fucking car!!! Everything they say is true, the ride was literally just like floating on a cloud!!! And I always had to keep an eye on the speedometer because with the luxurious ride that car would exceed the speed limit in no time!!! I always thought the'73 Mark had the best styling and it turned many heads and I felt like King of the road!!! All I have now are my memories, I sure do miss that beautiful kick-ass road yacht!!! Only thing I don't miss is the cash i had to shell out to keep the insatiable gas tank full!!! Oh memories........
Your wrong on the 73 mark it was the 72 that stood alone with the classic typerd dropped waterfall front bumper that was thee finest of them all in style and body design 🎉
*Great episode! Nothing I love more than the old floating American Luxury Barges! My father owned every one of these Lincolns, he was heartbroken when Lincoln started to downsize their models. He gave the new smaller Lincoln's a chance in '79 when he bought a beautiful little Lincoln, Versailles. It has a gold on gold exterior/interior color scheme, and actually turned out to be a pretty decent little Lincoln, considering... I still have the old '79 Versailles in my garage, she looks and runs like new, she is original and unrestored, no rust or worn fabric. As of 2020 it has just 64-K on the odometer, not bad for a 41 year old car. I'd much rather have one of his magnificent Lincolns from the '60's though. Oh well, beggars can't be choosers.*
Thanks for showing these amazing cars.!!! They are all great looking, but I prefer my own 69 mark 3, I think it is the most elegant in comparison to all following Mark 's,. Greetings from Austria to all Lincoln Lovers over there 🔝🇦🇹🔝👍
You're very lucky owning that car!!! 👏👏👏👏👏 I have a question: I also live in Europe (Spain) and I was wondering if it is very difficult or expensive to maintain a classic american car in Europe? I always think how long would it take to order a part coming from the States, customs, etc?
@@deltajohnny hallo, or better, Olla!! It is nice to hear from another enthusiast... But it is neither difficult nor expensive to buy or maintaining an American car. There are so many communities and associations around Europe. The best cars you can find in Northern States (Sweden, Germany, Denmark, Netherlands...) They have the best selections of all!! Take a look at RD Classics./Germany. By the way, most of these are very simple built and most of Parts for restoration are still available, and they are not really expensive.. Or you make a nice trip to the southern areas of us, Florida, South Carolina
@@stefanmayr9379 Thanks a lot! Muchas gracias! 😉😉😉 Yes, I heard that lots of American classic cars go to the northern European countries, as they love them! 😁😁😁 It's good to know that maintaining these cars is not very expensive, which will be different with newest cars with so much electronics... Thank you very much again for the information!! 👏👏
In the late 70's my mother's best friend from high school married a man named Roland and he owned a 1977 gold Lincoln Continental Mark V and when we went back to my mom's home town to visit them we would ride in that car. I was only 6-7-8 years old but I still remember how much I loved that car.
The Southfork Ranch where Dallas was filmed has on display the Mark V that Jim Davis (Jock Ewing) drove in the series. Very pristine. It has around 20,000 miles on the clock, but I could be wrong about that.
Back in the 80s when we were in our early twenties, my friend David had a 1979 Lincoln Mark V Bill Blass Blue/White with 8V400. We had a lot of fun in that beautiful ride which was still like new. Only downside to that car was only a few were built so it was hard to hide your whereabouts or where you were hangin' out. Doing the car cruise on Madison Ave during summers in Indy was fun and that car was fast.
I briefly owned a 1989 Lincoln Town Car, she was an absolute gem, got totaled in a collision with a semi that was making a left turn from the right lane. I still miss that car. Her name was Evelyn.
Owned 71 Mark III, went to 72 Mark IV, then to 78 Mark V Diamond Jubilee. I totally agree with the assessment of both of you and thank you for showing the cars and bringing back such great memories. Wife, kids, gas killed my Lincoln love affair but never forgotten. Although I have expensive cars today I still yearn for the 78/79 Mark V Collector Series you have in your collection. I still have the framed ad with Tom Selleck from that time frame. Thanks again, outstanding work!
My first car was a 71 MK3. Loved that car. Powerful as hell 365 horse. Mine had cragers and glass packs, shit sounded mean. Got pulled over plenty of times for loud exhaust. Much love for old Lincolns.
While in College, I had a 1976 Lincoln Town Car. It was Black, with the dark burgundy velour interior. Lots of power. It was also very reliable, and drove like a dream!!!!!!!
I do miss being a teenager in the early 80's, cruising around with my friends , who's parents owned these "limo's". Gorgeous car, a 2 door monsfortable it waster "coupe" The amount of "Spanish moss" in that driving area, just makes me smile, and a place I can't afford to live at. The last of Mark V's, you could balance nickels on the dashboard while it went down the road at 75-80 mph(. i got to 5 nickels ;) .The interior would eat you for how puffy and comfortable it was.
When I worked and lived in Washington, DC, I had a Lincoln Continental Town Car, Maroon in colour. She was named by my colleagues and friends as my Surface Float. She was big and really beautiful. It was 10 years old when I bought it with only 16,000 miles from an old widow whose husband had passed away. I drove it from '86 to '93 and then gave it away to a Museum. I could not take it back to Sweden without paying a fortune in Taxes. She was twice as luxurious as a Rolls Royce. Sadly Oil crunch became the demise of these princesses.
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@Boot Lick A great feature which specifically helped Frank Cannon, was, that the driver's seat swiveled, so he could swivel his rather large belly in and out from under the steering wheel for quick ingress and egress!
Back when I was a kid in the late 60s and early 70s our next door neighbor had Continentals like these. I'm pretty sure he had all three of the ones in this video. He was one of those guys who liked to get brand new cars every year or two. That and his wife had a beautiful Jaguar XKE 12 cylinder. I remember hearing her struggling to get it started during the winter. It has a very unique starter sound to it that I'll never forget. It was unique in a way similar to the old Chrysler/Plymouth/Dodge starters of the past. We had a few of the old town and country wagons back then, so I remember the tune all too well.
I owned a 1977 Crown Victoria Landau edition 4 doors , huge car, it had a 460" 4 barrel interceptor police pack engine in it , it was so much fun ! I miss it
I just saw a landeau crown Vic at an impound lot. Owner of the place said it had some transmission issues, so someone just abandoned it. The car itself looked amazing though.
these were one of the most beautiful Lincoln's. I restored a 1971,diamond blue, with cobalt vinyl top, and interior. I got lucky, and 85% clean. she did cost me some $$,but well worth it. I had to back it of the garage part way to do laundry! lol.. the 69/70/71 were the best years.. cheers 🍾🍾🍾🏳️🌈
In '78, I got a regular Mark V, the designers were very expensive. The 460cid 4V, was ultra smooth, the MOONROOF was big, the Vanity mirrors came on both visors. I got the velour interior, & power everything, yet, still cheaper than the designers series. All I changed was the tires. I had the Vogues &original wire rims. Everywhere I drove ppl had to peek. I enjoyed driving north & south the east coast. After '78, the Mark V hung out but w/o the big 460. 79s had the regular FORD 400cid 2V. Some ppl didn't notice the difference but in a Town Car, it was felt. Mine was a slate colored, w/grey Landau vinyl top. After 69k miles it became a $$$pit. But til this day NEVER drove a mobile living room Again. Imagine that 460cid w/today's 10spd auto, & fuel injection? My dad drove a 76 Cadillac Eldorado w/ fuel injection, it would kick my Mark's ass almost every time. KINGS OF THE HILLS. That's what they were.🏆
Simply Beautiful car's I used to detail those cars when I was a kid and always thought of having a car like it for it is a elegant car I even like it more than the Cadillac Thanks for posting 😊
Dennis, you ABSOLUTELY made my year so far with this video! Lincolns ruled the roads from 1961-1979. The Mark 3/4/5 was, and is, the best disco cruiser/land yacht ever, other than maybe a 1979 Trans Am! Thank you so much for posting this! Maybe you could do a video on the 1969-73 Chrysler Imperials? Those are my other favorite big barge....
This is a lost era that we will never have again what a shame. With a the fancy junk that are on cars today they will never be a great as those old beauties. I truly wish we could go back in time and drive some of those wonderful cars. I have fond memories of by 65 Olds Delta 88 what a ride.😃🤣
You know, I miss the old ways as much as the next guy, but I really do appreciate everything modern cars have. Handling is secure, they are safe, fuel economy that won’t break the bank, acceleration far improved, and reliability that could only be dreamt of 40 years ago. It’s fun to look back with rose tinted glasses, but you also gotta appreciate all the nice things we have today.
@@AfterDark33 I agree most of those things are nice, however, imo, peak safety to functionality ratio was reached in the 90's with the likes of Saab and Volvo. After that the cars have become so bloated with air bags and tech to the point where you actually need cameras to be able to see what's going on around the cars. The pillars are too thick to see by properly, the "beltlines" are so high up that you feel like your sitting in a WW1 tank, the interior is so cramped that you may feel claustrophobic, and the belt beeping warning never stops nowadays when you take the belt off in a low speed, even if you stop the cars and put in parking mode. You have to turn the car completely off if you trigger it. Also, the cars have to be so big that you can barely fit them in between cars on parking lots if you don't want to buy a compact car. Meanwhile I can ride my 1998 Saab 900 and don't hit my head in the cieling, hang my elbow up on the windowsill, don't have my ears beeped off and still feel pretty darn safe. So I hope we can some day ease up a little on some of the safety regulations, but we'll see if that ever happens.
You know, if we can make huge vehicles like the Suburban, with gas mileage that people can live with, there's no reason we couldn't make big comfortable cars like these Lincolns but with engines and multi-speed automatics a lot more efficient than the originals. I had a '75 Mark IV.
What a great collection of "high quality" Marks that bring back child hood memories. My dad had a 69 (Maroon), 72 (White) and a 77 (Maroon) too. I recall going for rides with the folks stuck in the back seat - absolutely hated being trapped without a door or even window control. The '72 had a bad rust problem on the truck right along the bottom edge. Paint bubbled up bad after only a couple of years old but otherwise was a pretty good car. Later, his brand new 77 had crooked Opera windows - the interior panels did not line up with the outside, hide away head light cover broke and when he was showing off his new car to my uncle the passenger side door handle came off when he closed the door. What a pile of junk. It stayed at the dealership getting fixed and then someone through an egg at it while it was parked outside at the dealer. Then after all the he got it home, I was washing it and discovered it had rust under most of the paint. Nice floaty yachts but quality was number 99. That was his last Lincoln, he got ride of it not long after and switch back to Cadillac Fleetwood.
My mom drove a Plymouth Volare which was totalled in a head on collision with a Pinto. My dad said no more small cars, and came home with a 76 Continental MkIV which my 5'4" Korean mom had to drive. I would spend half a Saturday waxing the mint green paint, cleaning white walls with an SOS pad. I learned how to listen for all four barrels on the 460 to open up, and how to parallel park. Back when you actually used a bumper jack. We sold it in the early 90s to a guy who just wanted the engine for his truck.
The only car that can flip the Eldorado the bird. I was a teenager in the 70’s who detailed, buffed, waxed by hand and some light body work to cars like these and I’m with Dennis on the Mark IV is the nicest car I ever drove.
My brother bought a 79 mark v collectors edition with the gold grill. One owner, it still had the Lincoln pen in the glovebox. Man that thing was mint! So amazingly comfortable and the 460 was incredibly quiet and smooth.
Those old tuna schooners were the best. I had a friend whose parents drove Cadillacs back in the day. What a treat it was in the late 70s, for a bunch of us teenagers to pile into one and cruise around. To paraphrase my friend's dad the next day: "What is that funny looking cigarette butt in the ashtray?" Oooops ....
I had a 78 with the 460 I decided I would kick it and hold it one day just to see how fast it would go at 65 it changed into second at 95 it changed into drive the speedometer needle disappeared past the 120 mark I raised up to see where the needle went when the hood blew apart and all four tires separated holy shit what a ride I limped it back to the house the tires were shaped like footballs I had to bolt the hood back together with carriage bolts those were the days
@@paulthomson9709 the needle disappeared past 120 it went below the dash where I couldn't see it when the wind got between the hood and the frame that the hood is crimp welded to and separated from it and four 10 year old tires couldn't take the gyroscopic Force anymore
Those velour interiors in the cars of the late '70s were superfine, and truly these cars are bold, beautiful and elegant; I am partial to the '69-'71, really well proportioned, artful, and elegant. This guy and his dad are preserving some of America's finest. Nice work Dennis.
Got the mark iv in light beach yellow with 30k miles. Drives like a dream. U need to take care of things and they last. Be it new car or old. My Acura TL to be honest is in worse condition than the Lincoln. When u drive the yatch, u can't tell how fast you're going on a highway. U feel like you crush those little Honda. All cars look small to you including trucks. U feel like a boss, with that boxy cockpit. U dont drive these too fast. U cruise in them. This car is a peaceful experience. I actually prefer how quiet the engine and car is unlike the stangs or Camaro. This is a car you drive to a nice lounge near a lake on a beautiful evening.
From Leo: Great cars! I spent some time in 1974 with a 1972 Thunderbird with a 460 (385 horsepower). While not a Lincoln, The 1972 Thunderbird was a big, smooth, quiet and powerful car. It was a real gas guzzler. I am still sad I will never have a car like that again. Thanks for the spotlight on the Lincolns.
@David Topchiev You could be right, I really don't remember, not sure if I ever knew. I just looked up my car and engine on Wiki, and that is what they said. Whatever it had, simply flooring it would result in wheel spin and flooring it in a corner would get out of control really fast. I still miss that kind of car.
The Lincoln Mark IV was the car of my childhood. My Dad owned three of them in succession 1972, 1973, and 1975. The 72 was a seafoam green color, the 73 and 75 were black with black leather interior. There was nothing more elegant than an all black Lincoln. The Mark IV is my favorite. I hope to someday own one in my garage as a weekend toy. I remember my Dad driving the Mark with the two spoke steering wheel holding a cigar in one hand and lightly holding the steering wheel with the other.
I had a 1979 Bill Blass Mark V in the dark blue and white color and loved it! That was the smoothest ride ever and was like driving a Lazy Boy chair down the road. Got plenty of looks. It only got 9 miles to the gallon on the highway but gas wasn't that much back then.
Cannon was truly the TV series that introduced me to the Mark III and Mark IV series and got me hooked for life. We never saw these cars. To my knowledge only a single 1973, 1974 and 1975/76 Mark IV were sold new in the country. We did see Thunderbirds from these years, but Ford Motor Company Denmark was rather ignorant. Danish car magazines did their best to ignore them. They would either - in the 1972 year book - list a Lincoln Continental Mark IV, but with a picture of a 1972 Lincoln Continental Sedan, then use the same picture for the listing of a Lincoln Continental sedan in both 1973 and 1974. Not ontill 1979 came out of the blue an article in the yearbook about the leading Industrial Designer in Germany Luigi Colani and his 1979 Continental Mark V Cartier Edition, calling it the best car he ever had, comparing it to Bentley and Rolls Royce cars he had owned. "This is the only car I have had, where I can go relaxed and ready to a meeting or negotiation, after having driven though half of Germany. Its temper and perfomance is very soothing and relaxing to me. It does not ask for anything - but it gives a whole lot." Danish national TV - DR - was the only channel available up untll 1988 and limited itself to McCloud, Kojak, Columbo, and later Miami Vice. In the part of the country where I grew up, we could watch German Television - ARD and ZDF - which we turned to if we wanted to watch more Kojak or the to us unfamiliar Streets of San Francisco, Rockford, Charlie's Angels, and .... Cannon. We had to endure though that all movies were dubbed into German. My generation lived with it. We understood it and pretty much all spoke it as third language in school, but my fathers generation frowned.
@@KoldingDenmark , If I could afford the fuel I'd get one or a T bird, my Dad had a 68 429 TBird and what a beauty it was, right now running a 1998 Ford Escort with 311 k miles on it and it gets over 45 mpg on some of my trips , so hard to go back to 12 mpg. these cars had probably the best materials of any car it their era, still saw them with mint interiors and vinyl tops long after the frames has rusted out.
I've been in that room a few times. The collection he has is tremendous. I love it. Living in the Ocala area, it is a place I would frequent more often, if I had the time.
I don't see the "European" in any of these cars. It is as if you are ridding along on a cloud is the best way to describe a ride in one of these. Love big vintage cars for their comfort, ride and power. Beautiful.
yeah, i didnt understand that either. he explains it by "less chrome", but european cars were always known to be rougher-riding, better road handling cars, without a lot of interior opulence. even back then. these cars seem to be the opposite -zero road feel, extra cushy seating, lots of creature comforts. not european at all, in my mind.
@@BaltimoreAndOhioRR Cars were (are) built for the conditions of the country. In the US, distances are great, highways stretch to the horizon, and gas was cheap. You could have an interstate cruiser from the low priced field right on up to these cars, with improvements as you went up.
my dad had a mark III . I left a 1976 vette on I-20 coming home from school on several occasions. The Speedo bottomed out after 125mph and took awhile to move again when I let up on it. The badge under the hood read "460 cu in 4V carb... 365 brake h.p. at 4,600 rpm." WAY underrated !!!
My dad drove the mark series from 69 to 77 one of my favorites was the 73 dark blue with white leather interior I love driving Lincoln's I love Lincoln's in general
Wonderful. I've had 3 Lincoln's. My first car when I was 15, was a split pea green 1969 Lincoln Continental sedan with dark ivy gold top and interior. Then I had 2 different 1962 Lincoln's, I had a Dark Cherry 62' with tri colored, tan, mauve and white interior. My Last Lincoln was a Sunburst yellow 62' Lincoln with black leather.
7:57 The Mark III had the walnut dashboard, not plastic, how vulgar? For those who knew Lee, we were a little disappointed in him at that time. Frank cannon had a 72 Mark IV in the TV series cannon. 10:36 You could still fit 12 dead bodies in the trunk. As compared to the trunks today. 15:02 I bought mine at spencers gifts. I think I still might have the ball, not the car. I hope you have a four-door Mark VI in the collection. I had a burgundy one, that took me to Alaska, California, Florida, and back home to Pennsylvania. Now it’s 60, I hope to do it again sometime soon. What a car?
One thing l can say about these cars is this.... Back in the day when you drove these cars you would get a lot looks... And today in 2019 if you drove these cars in the streets you would still get a lot of looks
You'd get a lot of looks-and still had to deal with a car crook.
Lookout4the3rdrail Facts..
bought `78 with barely ten a `77 Mark V Matchbox for 10 bucks. what a time! back then, as Cars looked like cars from real man - and not like today where most cars look as gay as most of their drivers are LOL
@@Reraiser777 gotcha problem with gays BREH?
@@Reraiser777 Maybe one day you will have a gay son or daughter. You will see then how much that hurts.
I am from the UK and I love these massive old American cars.
John Mandragon same here, I wished more people in the UK could appreciate American cars, barely anyone does and it really pisses me off. I was at a show recently where there was a stunning ‘73 Pontiac Grand Safari Station Wagon and I overheard a Brit describe it as “so grotesque it’s almost nice.” What a knob.
Capt777harris I know, my dad has and had a few yanks because we love ‘em. We’ve got a beautiful ‘68 Country Squire and it’s just the best thing ever. Everything works on it and it’s mint. Even the radio still works, the wacky rear tailgate and the electric front seats. In 1968!
@@tsh1158 Very few, you might see a couple at a classic car show but on the whole they are very rare.
tsh barely any, I think back in the day you used to get more of them but there are scarcely any here now. For some reason, people in the UK who bring over American cars here always buy the worst and most boring ones they can find like 90s Camaros and really scrappy pickups when there are so many much nicer cars they could bring over. It’s a real shame because there were so many fantastic American cars from the 20th Century which are only really appreciated by our LHD European cousins, particularly in France, Germany and Holland.
tsh I really love Wagons, as for GMC Syclones there are only a couple, there are a fair few Typhoons but Syclones are much rarer in Blighty
The days when Lincoln and Cadillac were the best.
Chrysler had their Imperial which was sometimes their own division, yet other times sold under the Chrysler brand. They tended to be the fanciest of all the US made land yachts. They were also expensive which kept sales numbers very low. ua-cam.com/video/Siv_6r43f5A/v-deo.html
Miss the land yacht era ....they put a ton of luxury in this cars
There was pride in Engineering then.
Corporations made huge profits, workers were not paid bonuses ..
The Executive were ...
The need for greed saw reduction in quality, specification, Engineering ...
Then the wheels fell off.
The Fuel crisis when prices reached stratospheric heights killed these
beauties off.
They weren't performance cars by any means, they were built for the
ride and motoring pleasure.
Now one wouldn't be able to find a parking spot large enough.
When I as a a 14 year old saw a Lincoln Continental being crushed
into a cube in the movie >Goldfinger< 1964 it brought tears to my
eyes ...
Hahaha I own both a 1977 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz and a 1979 Lincoln Mark V. They are still wonderful cars. Better than any car on the road when I'm driving.. besides the gas mileage
True classic cars ! Unlike anything today! I love these big cars! Thanks for the awesome video!
I was working for a rich oil man when the Mark IV came out.The man had to have one so he flew his secretary and I to Denver to pick up the first one available. It was the first Mark IV ever in New Mexico and I was sporting a beautiful woman in it all the way from Denver to southern NM. Wow if I had known what a memorable thing I was doing, I might have enjoyed it a little more..... Probably not!!!
Really Danny enjoy it I had a '79 mark v and still got my mark Viii in Chicago folks now tell me "u don't c too many of these anymore" 🚗
any polaroids from the trip?
Youth is wasted on the young..
I can't help it Danny did u score with her hmm 😜😍?!?!?
@@miguelpablo7278 No polaroids... I didn't think about pictures!!!
Im a proud owner of a 73 Continental Coupe... its just massive... smooth ride😎
Thomas Lange i wish to drive one 🥺
Love the cars this guy has and also loads of respect for keeping them original and searching to find pure unmolested original cars.
He does it for vanity, but his collection is such a wealth of history.
@@raymondg8672 I believe it’s his father’s collection technically but I could be mistaken lol I’ve been binge watching all the episodes of cars from this collection lol
I salute the collectors who collect these big beautiful cars and keep American history alive I love the Lincoln's Cadillacs I love Chryslers keep on doing what you doing
When I was a child...A guy pulled up in one of these....You called him ..Sir..
And when I was on the road in one of these..everyone around me gave me plenty of space for the same reason.
Back in the day.. if you seen anyone drive one of these big Lincolns... you knew they were rich. Because when those Mark 3's and Mark 4's were brand new at the Lincoln dealers they'd sell for around $10,000.. which was a LOT of money for a car..considering you could buy a brand new Ford Torino or Thunderbird for only $3000 at the Ford Dealer.
Have some RESPECKKKK!
@@probe26 That's right. Respect the hustle! 😉
Today, nothing means anything lol
Those were the days when a large part of your car could be in two different zip codes at the same time.
They took up a lot of garage space too!
Lol that's true u they don't make parking lanes wide enuff to park the big cars in any more haaa 😅
Not really but we get the point.......
Ha ha ha ha ha yuck yuck yuck bwah bwah bwah ha ha ha oh shit that was big big big big car funny. 2 ZIP CODES!!!!!!! HA HA HA HA.
Great video. The Mark III is in a league of its own with style and the far higher quality of the interior materials. The Mark III dash features real wood veneer as opposed to plastic used on the later Mark series.
Oh shit, how could I forget... That '73 Mark had power EVERYTHING!!! Including the sun roof!!! Complete luxury at the fingertips!!! Way ahead of it's time........
The Mark III is my favorite of the Lincoln Mark Continental models, they have the best interiors/powertrains of the bunch, for the Mark IV the 1972 model year was the only one I liked because it was the last year prior to the Emission Control Devices, smog pumps and 5mph bumpers.
My dad had the 2 door 1967 Continental with the cool speedometer while growing up., However I ❤ the Mark III more so than a Mark IV I owned, in past.
My favorite is the MK III, better proportioned, more of a hand-built car compared to later versions and the quality of material is evident as well.
Dam Skippy mark III is my favorite ride
I agree.
One of my biggest regrets is; I had a chance to buy a 1970 Lincoln Mark III, back in the early 1990's. It only had 35,000 miles and was in mint condition (Still had that "new car" smell) for only $1500. At the time, I had plenty of money but was on a "minimalist" kick, where, if I didn't absolutely need something, I wouldn't buy it, because I was afraid of being a hoarder. The Mark III was white with a white leather interior. It was marvelous.
I think about that car every so often. It was awesome. Dennis talks about the instrument cluster being like jewelry. I remember that it's clock was made by Cartier, so maybe Cartier had a hand in designing the whole instrument cluster or layout? 1970 was the best year for the Mark series, IMO. The car was still hand built. It didn't go assembly line until the next year & had some other advantage, which I can't recall offhand, over the 1969 model.
To add insult to injury, during the same period, I turned down my cousin's perfect, always garage kept, Datsun 240z, which he offered me for the same price, $1500, as my dad's friend had on the Mark III, for the same reason, I was on that minimalist kick! Most of the time, when people pass up great opportunities like these, it's because they are short of money, but I was rolling in cash in those days, and I wouldn't have even noticed spending $1500 or even $3000, because I was too busy working to spend the fruits of my labors. ...That's what I get, for trying to get my sh~t together (I do have a tendency to be a pack rat). ...C'est la vie...
@@sparky6086 I'm sorry to hear that 20 years ago I almost bought a '69 Mark III with a rare 390 in it. It would've been cool.
MK III just becuase they're all pre smog
THATS WERE UR DELUTIONALY WRONG. THE MARK 3 WAS UNPROPOTIONED IN ASTHETIC DESIGN THE 72 MARK 4 IS AND ALWAYS WAS AND ALWAYS WILL BE THE PINNACLE OF ALL 2 DR COUPE LINCOLNS IT'S STYLING ABSOLUTELY PUTS THE MARK 3 TO SHAME HOWEVER THE LATER MARK 4s WERE RUINED BY THE GOVERNMENTS REGULATIONS WHEN IN 73 MANDATED THAT THE MANUFACTURERS HAD TO PUT THE BIG CLUNKY 5 MILE AN HOUR BUMPERS ON ALL THE NEW MODELS THAT BIG BUMPER ASTHETICLY TOOK A LOT OF THE GREAT LOOKS OF THE MARK 4. THAT'S WHY THE 72 MARK 4 STANDS ALONE AS THEE FINEST LOOKING MOST APPEALING OVER ALL OTHER LINCOLN MARK SERIES.
Some may say that the land yacht was the pinnacle of automotive luxury. But I say it was a stage in the evolution of cars. At first for a more comfortable ride, they added springs, then they added shock absorbers so it absorbs all the bumps for a silky smooth ride. Then they went to air suspension which is an improvement, and now they are at electromagnetic suspension.
So it wasn’t the pinnacle for luxury but the pinnacle of luxury for that design and era.
My first brand new car was a 1977 Mark V. Loaded to the guts minus the moonroof. I did order it and waited 8 weeks for it to come in. Paid $ 11,900 and remember it like it was yesterday. It drove like you were sitting on your recliner. Wish I still had it.
Adjusted for inflation for today, $50,190.17. A relative bargain, I'd say.
I know the younger people will not know him, but I wait for William Conrad jumping out with a gun in his hand as "Frank Cannon".
The TV series Cannon is back on TV where I live. It's on COZI TV on digital channel 41.2 every weeknight. He drives a 1974 Lincoln Mark IV on the show.
I was literally waiting for the theme song to start playing.
i used to enjoy the series, but let's be honest William Conrad never JUMPED out of anything lol ;)
It's before my time, but I do watch the reruns of cannon in that beautiful light blue Lincoln.
@@midos6767 The first season, Frank Cannon drove a Mark III. He also had an old school mobile phone.
An interesting feature, that proved very useful to Frank Cannon specifically, since he was "portly", was, that the driver's seat could swivel he and his belly, out from underneath the steering wheel, to make getting in and out of the car much easier with or without a pistol in hand!
I bought a used 1973 Mark IV in 1980. I was only 20 years old and my friends thought I was in the money but I really didn't give that much for it. That car was a dream and I wish I still had it. It was SO well built and smooth as silk to drive. Total luxury!
I'm currently in the same situation. I'm 19 years old and contemplating buying a 1972 Mark IV, but as with you, all my nearest say that it will break down and just be a problem.
@@markuschristiansen7874 If it was kept in good condition and not left to set up somewhere for years, it may be ok. But yes, there could be potential problems with a car that old. But if you have the time and money to invest in getting it going, you may love it. Those cars had HUGE engines with a LOT of horsepower and they were pretty darn tough and would haul A$$, LOL! Just beware, with gas as high as it is, the gas mileage you'll get will be TERRIBLE. Just thought you would have wanted to know that.
The cloth interior of the Mark V reminds me of why I loved the old Buick Limiteds of the day, that sweet velour interior!
I Have a 1988 Lincoln Town car and i LOVE it.
There truly isn't anything like a classic Lincoln. And makes heads turn every time.
I owned a 1972 and absolutely LOVED that car. And I'm a Chevrolet Guy!! Nothing drives like a Lincoln for sure. Thanks for this trip Dennis! Zip~
Why chevy traitor
it's great to see something a little unusual and the NPD collection has a lot of excellent stuff.
My fave Lincoln is theContinental Mark III. Such a beautiful classy classic.
It's really amazing to see a 50 year old all original car that looks like new. Thanks to the National Parts Depot for sharing your awesome collection for us dreamers.
In the early 00s, I worked for a local ma and pa shop. We had an elderly lady customer with a 76 Town Car that her husband, long gone, had special ordered new. Triple white with a dark blue pinstripe, it had every option available at the time, including a police spec 460 and dual exhausts. She came in every 3 months for an oil change, regardless of mileage. ( car showed 84k on it last I saw it) It was like new. And she was so proud of it. Not a ding on it nor spec of rust. Total time capsule. I drove her to her home in it several times when she decided not to wait for service. 20+ ft of pure bliss. So quiet. So comfortable. Lots of low end torque. I always wanted to take it out on the open road and really ring it out, but never had the chance. Touchy brakes though. It was 1 of those cars you had to swing into a parking spot, SLOWLY, while the frt tires scrubbed away. I wonder what happened to that car?
when I was 19 (in '82) I bought a '75 Mark IV with 75,000 miles. it was easily the most comfortable car I've ever owned. the high-backed, deep split-bench seat supported my tall frame and long legs better than any car before or since. while it didn't jump right off the line, when you put your foot down it gathered speed surprisingly rapidly.
the day I test drove it, we turned out of the dealership and stopped at the traffic light at the base of a bridge. the salesman turned to me with a grin and said, "when the light turns green, go ahead and stomp it!"
I did, and the car started to roll until about 20 mph. then the front end lifted a bit and the hood twisted from the engine's torque and it felt like the hand of God gave that 5600 pound behemoth a massive push. by the time we reached the top of the bridge (about 120 yards), the car had hit 70 mph, shifted into third, and roared down the other side, still accelerating.
I never felt the pavement breaks or heard anything other than the muted thrush of the exhaust. it was that smooth.
the only car I ever drove that had a softer ride was a '77 New Yorker I test drove about the same time... but the seats weren't high-back and it was just a whisker less comfortable for me to sit in; plus it had the 400 lean-burn which I knew was a problematic engine and even less power. at the end of the day, I chose the Continental.
how I wish I still had that car. :((
I've posted elsewhere that after the '79 gas crisis we could buy cars like that for around $500. My friends had a Mk III; Chrysler Newport; Sedan de Ville; Ford LTD; Olds 98 Regency; and I had a '77 Cordoba. People couldn't trade in their luxury cars fast enough to buy compact cars.
I always loved the flip around headlights on those.
Those are some fantasticly paved roads, an antique car's dream!
Wonderful Classics!
I'm an old triple gee and the application of these car can't be explained to young bucks you had to be their when ford and Lincoln was king me my self chrome is the life of the car long live the 70.s and 80.s Lincoln a true car.
One of my biggest regrets is; I had a chance to buy a 1970 Lincoln Mark III, back in the early 1990's. It only had 35,000 miles and was in mint condition (Still had that "new car" smell) for only $1500. At the time, I had plenty of money but was on a "minimalist" kick, where, if I didn't absolutely need something, I wouldn't buy it, because I was afraid of being a hoarder. The Mark III was white with a white leather interior. It was marvelous.
I think about that car every so often. It was awesome. Dennis talks about the instrument cluster being like jewelry. I remember that it's clock was made by Cartier, so maybe Cartier had a hand in designing the whole instrument cluster or layout? 1970 was the best year for the Mark series, IMO. The car was still hand built. It didn't go assembly line until the next year & had some other advantage, which I can't recall offhand, over the 1969 model.
To add insult to injury, during the same period, I turned down my cousin's perfect, always garage kept, Datsun 240z, which he offered me for the same price, $1500, as my dad's friend had on the Mark III, for the same reason, I was on that minimalist kick! Most of the time, when people pass up great opportunities like these, it's because they are short of money, but I was rolling in cash in those days, and I wouldn't have even noticed spending $1500 or even $3000, because I was too busy working to spend the fruits of my labors. ...That's what I get, for trying to get my sh~t together (I do have a tendency to be a pack rat). ...C'est la vie...
I agree. I love cloth interiors. Never understood the attraction of leather. My mother had a 78 Town Car with cloth interior and it was wonderful!!
all car leather has a plastic coating - you're sitting on plastic
I have a 75 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe with cloth interior. It is wonderful.
@@Chris_Troxler I had the 78 Continental Cartier edition and I absolutely loved it.
@@rcasey1970
Nice. I hope to be getting a 79 Town Car before the year is over. So, I'll have the 75 and the 79.
leather is easier to clean than cloth
Hi - I know a chap here in Qatar who has a Mark V in the exact colour of the one in this video. Has under 20,000km on the clock - totally original and untouched. Awesome machine and a real head turner. Mind you he has more cars than I have had hot dinners and all are the same condition (the cars NOT my hot dinners!!!)
Dad had a Mark IV in burgundy with a white vinyl top and burgundy cloth interior. It would really move and the ride was amazing! We would be on the highway and mom would ask dad, "How fast are we going?" He would say "Only 80!" from the back i could see we were doing a 100! But it was such a smooth ride you could not tell!
You guys are so lucky to get to drive these fantastic automobiles. I share your joy every time I watch you videos!
I know. I can't believe it myself!
Just bought a 69 Mark 3, my journey has begun!!
The leece Neville alternator was a problem on mine had to go to a different system with external regulator.🤔 Didn't charge enough 12.5 v versus 13.5 .
My parent's bought a loaded 1973 Oldsmobile Custom cruiser, canary yellow with simulated wood grain sides, power everything, rocket 455, luggage rack, thermometer on the driver's door, comfortron duel a/c and we drove it all over the country on vacation's. You could put the back seats down and put a full size mattress in the back which worked out great for going on dates when I was in high school....lol! I miss that car!
Your videos are up there with the best. They always brighten my life!
As a child I'll always remember the 69 Mark III. Even then I knew I was looking at a rich mans car. Beautiful, big,sporty ,classy. All the things most cars then werent.
We called them boats in my old neighborhood. My Dad and later my older brother moved on from cool muscle cars to Lincoln continentals. All boats. They rode nice, very smooth but they were never for me. I'm a Jeep man and eventually will add an '87 Grand National to the garage. But those boats were like riding on a couch.
I once had a 1973 Mark IIII that I purchased used! It was a limited edition silver inside and out, yes silver leather seats!!! It was outfitted with mag wheels and the front plate said "Stinkin Lincoln"!!! I absolutely loved that fucking car!!! Everything they say is true, the ride was literally just like floating on a cloud!!! And I always had to keep an eye on the speedometer because with the luxurious ride that car would exceed the speed limit in no time!!! I always thought the'73 Mark had the best styling and it turned many heads and I felt like King of the road!!! All I have now are my memories, I sure do miss that beautiful kick-ass road yacht!!! Only thing I don't miss is the cash i had to shell out to keep the insatiable gas tank full!!! Oh memories........
Your wrong on the 73 mark it was the 72 that stood alone with the classic typerd dropped waterfall front bumper that was thee finest of them all in style and body design 🎉
*Great episode! Nothing I love more than the old floating American Luxury Barges! My father owned every one of these Lincolns, he was heartbroken when Lincoln started to downsize their models. He gave the new smaller Lincoln's a chance in '79 when he bought a beautiful little Lincoln, Versailles. It has a gold on gold exterior/interior color scheme, and actually turned out to be a pretty decent little Lincoln, considering... I still have the old '79 Versailles in my garage, she looks and runs like new, she is original and unrestored, no rust or worn fabric. As of 2020 it has just 64-K on the odometer, not bad for a 41 year old car. I'd much rather have one of his magnificent Lincolns from the '60's though. Oh well, beggars can't be choosers.*
Dad owns a '77 just the Gold one in the video, only with Leather and 70K Miles.
70,000 miles wow he didn't drive that car at all.
70k is still amazing for a 42 year old car.
Thanks for showing these amazing cars.!!! They are all great looking, but I prefer my own 69 mark 3, I think it is the most elegant in comparison to all following Mark 's,. Greetings from Austria to all Lincoln Lovers over there 🔝🇦🇹🔝👍
You're very lucky owning that car!!! 👏👏👏👏👏
I have a question: I also live in Europe (Spain) and I was wondering if it is very difficult or expensive to maintain a classic american car in Europe? I always think how long would it take to order a part coming from the States, customs, etc?
@@deltajohnny hallo, or better, Olla!! It is nice to hear from another enthusiast... But it is neither difficult nor expensive to buy or maintaining an American car. There are so many communities and associations around Europe. The best cars you can find in Northern States (Sweden, Germany, Denmark, Netherlands...) They have the best selections of all!! Take a look at RD Classics./Germany. By the way, most of these are very simple built and most of Parts for restoration are still available, and they are not really expensive.. Or you make a nice trip to the southern areas of us, Florida, South Carolina
@@stefanmayr9379 Thanks a lot! Muchas gracias! 😉😉😉
Yes, I heard that lots of American classic cars go to the northern European countries, as they love them! 😁😁😁
It's good to know that maintaining these cars is not very expensive, which will be different with newest cars with so much electronics... Thank you very much again for the information!! 👏👏
In the late 70's my mother's best friend from high school married a man named Roland and he owned a 1977 gold Lincoln Continental Mark V and when we went back to my mom's home town to visit them we would ride in that car. I was only 6-7-8 years old but I still remember how much I loved that car.
Lincoln is the best riding automobile I have ever rode in.Very nice cars.!!!
The Southfork Ranch where Dallas was filmed has on display the Mark V that Jim Davis (Jock Ewing) drove in the series. Very pristine. It has around 20,000 miles on the clock, but I could be wrong about that.
Back in the 80s when we were in our early twenties, my friend David had a 1979 Lincoln Mark V Bill Blass Blue/White with 8V400. We had a lot of fun in that beautiful ride which was still like new. Only downside to that car was only a few were built so it was hard to hide your whereabouts or where you were hangin' out. Doing the car cruise on Madison Ave during summers in Indy was fun and that car was fast.
Thank you Rick for preserving these beauties.
This was a treat! The 72 Marl IV is one of my favorite cars. Clean elegant lines!
I briefly owned a 1989 Lincoln Town Car, she was an absolute gem, got totaled in a collision with a semi that was making a left turn from the right lane. I still miss that car. Her name was Evelyn.
I remember as a teenager when we saw the first Mark III, you stopped dead in your tracks. You knew that person was seriously *RICH*.
It was more exciting to see a Mark III on the streets than it was to see a Rolls-Royce. I was only 11 or 12 when the Mark III came out 😃
@@citibear57 The Ford Galaxie 500 was quieter than a Rolls Royce! 😊
@@MisterMikeTexas I never knew that. That's pretty impressive!
@@citibear57 J Walter Thompson, Ford's ad agency said so! 😁
Owned 71 Mark III, went to 72 Mark IV, then to 78 Mark V Diamond Jubilee. I totally agree with the assessment of both of you and thank you for showing the cars and bringing back such great memories. Wife, kids, gas killed my Lincoln love affair but never forgotten. Although I have expensive cars today I still yearn for the 78/79 Mark V Collector Series you have in your collection. I still have the framed ad with Tom Selleck from that time frame. Thanks again, outstanding work!
Thanks for sharing. I miss my 76 Ford LTD. It was a Tank!
I live in Ocala and this collection must be seen to be believed! It is well over 100 cars and all of them are real head turners.
Actually, it's over 200 cars!
My first car was a 71 MK3. Loved that car. Powerful as hell 365 horse. Mine had cragers and glass packs, shit sounded mean. Got pulled over plenty of times for loud exhaust. Much love for old Lincolns.
@Rich Santoro it was a pretty cool hot rod Lincoln! Good song too.
Hey, I'm the the guy that hooked you up with that cool ride. Loud exhaust wasn't the only violation you committed. You are welcome. Love, Dad
@@dfence1802 thanks dad! Because of you I am the car nut I am! There is nothing better than having a dad thats your bestfriend as well!!
Hey Chris do u still have that car , it's so cool. Bet the a/c is ice cold n da summer
While in College, I had a 1976 Lincoln Town Car. It was Black, with the dark burgundy velour interior. Lots of power. It was also very reliable, and drove like a dream!!!!!!!
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And dogs too.....
Ooo yeah gigity goo
Frank Cannon, your car is ready :-)
Huggy Bear!
@@Porsche996driver 🐻💬"Yep."
I do miss being a teenager in the early 80's, cruising around with my friends , who's parents owned these "limo's".
Gorgeous car, a 2 door monsfortable it waster "coupe"
The amount of "Spanish moss" in that driving area, just makes me smile,
and a place I can't afford to live at.
The last of Mark V's, you could balance nickels on the dashboard while it went down the road at 75-80 mph(. i got to 5 nickels ;) .The interior would eat you for how puffy and comfortable it was.
Thanks for the video! The 1972 Mark IV is THE most beautiful car ever. When can we see a real American car like this again?!
When I worked and lived in Washington, DC, I had a Lincoln Continental Town Car, Maroon in colour. She was named by my colleagues and friends as my Surface Float. She was big and really beautiful. It was 10 years old when I bought it with only 16,000 miles from an old widow whose husband had passed away. I drove it from '86 to '93 and then gave it away to a Museum. I could not take it back to Sweden without paying a fortune in Taxes. She was twice as luxurious as a Rolls Royce. Sadly Oil crunch became the demise of these princesses.
A friend had a 1977 Town Car, and I swear that the trunk space was big enough to fit a VW Beetle in.
THAT was a land yacht!
My dad had a 76. It was so comfortable riding in the back to the point I got a 2019.
I remember in the tv show CANNON he always drove a Lincoln Mark IV
He also drove the Mark 3 in the first season, a year before the Mark 4 came out.
I can hear the Theme Music now!
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Canon the TV Series which I remember well kind of reminds me of 'Bluey'
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Bargearse - Episode 1 3:10
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Where's Me Bloody Pizza? - Bargearse's pizza delivery is hijacked by Christopher Skase.
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The first season, Frank Cannon drove a Mark III.
@Boot Lick A great feature which specifically helped Frank Cannon, was, that the driver's seat swiveled, so he could swivel his rather large belly in and out from under the steering wheel for quick ingress and egress!
Back when I was a kid in the late 60s and early 70s our next door neighbor had Continentals like these. I'm pretty sure he had all three of the ones in this video. He was one of those guys who liked to get brand new cars every year or two. That and his wife had a beautiful Jaguar XKE 12 cylinder. I remember hearing her struggling to get it started during the winter. It has a very unique starter sound to it that I'll never forget. It was unique in a way similar to the old Chrysler/Plymouth/Dodge starters of the past. We had a few of the old town and country wagons back then, so I remember the tune all too well.
I owned a 1977 Crown Victoria Landau edition 4 doors , huge car, it had a 460" 4 barrel interceptor police pack engine in it , it was so much fun ! I miss it
My dad had a'77 with a 351c it was great .
I just saw a landeau crown Vic at an impound lot. Owner of the place said it had some transmission issues, so someone just abandoned it. The car itself looked amazing though.
these were one of the most beautiful Lincoln's. I restored a 1971,diamond blue, with cobalt vinyl top, and interior. I got lucky, and 85% clean. she did cost me some $$,but well worth it. I had to back it of the garage part way to do laundry! lol..
the 69/70/71 were the best years..
cheers 🍾🍾🍾🏳️🌈
utterly incredible video, that collection just pure insanity!
In '78, I got a regular Mark V, the designers were very expensive. The 460cid 4V, was ultra smooth, the MOONROOF was big, the Vanity mirrors came on both visors. I got the velour interior, & power everything, yet, still cheaper than the designers series. All I changed was the tires. I had the Vogues &original wire rims. Everywhere I drove ppl had to peek. I enjoyed driving north & south the east coast. After '78, the Mark V hung out but w/o the big 460. 79s had the regular FORD 400cid 2V. Some ppl didn't notice the difference but in a Town Car, it was felt. Mine was a slate colored, w/grey Landau vinyl top. After 69k miles it became a $$$pit. But til this day NEVER drove a mobile living room Again. Imagine that 460cid w/today's 10spd auto, & fuel injection? My dad drove a 76 Cadillac Eldorado w/ fuel injection, it would kick my Mark's ass almost every time. KINGS OF THE HILLS.
That's what they were.🏆
Simply Beautiful car's I used to detail those cars when I was a kid and always thought of having a car like it for it is a elegant car I even like it more than the Cadillac Thanks for posting 😊
Dennis, you ABSOLUTELY made my year so far with this video! Lincolns ruled the roads from 1961-1979. The Mark 3/4/5 was, and is, the best disco cruiser/land yacht ever, other than maybe a 1979 Trans Am! Thank you so much for posting this! Maybe you could do a video on the 1969-73 Chrysler Imperials? Those are my other favorite big barge....
I miss my 85' Delta 88 Royale... My favorite land yacht of all
Water Bison my first car was a Delta 79 I think Royal Brougham
Mine had a 5.0ltr V8.. Was Gold inside and out... Speedometer went to 85, but that baby had some get up and go!!
I had an ‘84 Delta 88 Royale coupe, I have always regretted selling it.
'77-'84 Buick Electra/LeSabre, Olds 98/Delta 88. Awesome cars.
@@andrewclark3300 think so? Shoulda rolled my 79 delta coupe with a 403
So much beauty in one parking lot!
This is a lost era that we will never have again what a shame. With a the fancy junk that are on cars today they will never be a great as those old beauties. I truly wish we could go back in time and drive some of those wonderful cars. I have fond memories of by 65 Olds Delta 88 what a ride.😃🤣
You know, I miss the old ways as much as the next guy, but I really do appreciate everything modern cars have. Handling is secure, they are safe, fuel economy that won’t break the bank, acceleration far improved, and reliability that could only be dreamt of 40 years ago. It’s fun to look back with rose tinted glasses, but you also gotta appreciate all the nice things we have today.
@@AfterDark33 I agree most of those things are nice, however, imo, peak safety to functionality ratio was reached in the 90's with the likes of Saab and Volvo. After that the cars have become so bloated with air bags and tech to the point where you actually need cameras to be able to see what's going on around the cars. The pillars are too thick to see by properly, the "beltlines" are so high up that you feel like your sitting in a WW1 tank, the interior is so cramped that you may feel claustrophobic, and the belt beeping warning never stops nowadays when you take the belt off in a low speed, even if you stop the cars and put in parking mode. You have to turn the car completely off if you trigger it. Also, the cars have to be so big that you can barely fit them in between cars on parking lots if you don't want to buy a compact car.
Meanwhile I can ride my 1998 Saab 900 and don't hit my head in the cieling, hang my elbow up on the windowsill, don't have my ears beeped off and still feel pretty darn safe. So I hope we can some day ease up a little on some of the safety regulations, but we'll see if that ever happens.
You know, if we can make huge vehicles like the Suburban, with gas mileage that people can live with, there's no reason we couldn't make big comfortable cars like these Lincolns but with engines and multi-speed automatics a lot more efficient than the originals. I had a '75 Mark IV.
What a great collection of "high quality" Marks that bring back child hood memories. My dad had a 69 (Maroon), 72 (White) and a 77 (Maroon) too. I recall going for rides with the folks stuck in the back seat - absolutely hated being trapped without a door or even window control. The '72 had a bad rust problem on the truck right along the bottom edge. Paint bubbled up bad after only a couple of years old but otherwise was a pretty good car. Later, his brand new 77 had crooked Opera windows - the interior panels did not line up with the outside, hide away head light cover broke and when he was showing off his new car to my uncle the passenger side door handle came off when he closed the door. What a pile of junk. It stayed at the dealership getting fixed and then someone through an egg at it while it was parked outside at the dealer. Then after all the he got it home, I was washing it and discovered it had rust under most of the paint. Nice floaty yachts but quality was number 99. That was his last Lincoln, he got ride of it not long after and switch back to Cadillac Fleetwood.
Land yachts didn't go away, they became pickups.
More like those behemoth SUVs.
Ah, no. You can't replicate the horizontal feeling of travel w. a teeter-totter SUV.
Pickups don't ride like these classic Land Yachts. You still know your in a pickup. The Lands Yachts ride is pure luxury.
John Drake - You are right. Seams like people in the U.S. did not learn a thing from the first OPEC embargo.
Pickups can't waft like these land yachts. They'd lose all pickup functionality.
My mom drove a Plymouth Volare which was totalled in a head on collision with a Pinto. My dad said no more small cars, and came home with a 76 Continental MkIV which my 5'4" Korean mom had to drive. I would spend half a Saturday waxing the mint green paint, cleaning white walls with an SOS pad. I learned how to listen for all four barrels on the 460 to open up, and how to parallel park. Back when you actually used a bumper jack. We sold it in the early 90s to a guy who just wanted the engine for his truck.
Another wonderful UA-cam page
The only car that can flip the Eldorado the bird.
I was a teenager in the 70’s who detailed, buffed, waxed by hand and some light body work to cars like these and I’m with Dennis on the Mark IV is the nicest car I ever drove.
SUPERBES VOITURES and great video !!! Merci ! (from Paris, France)
My brother bought a 79 mark v collectors edition with the gold grill. One owner, it still had the Lincoln pen in the glovebox. Man that thing was mint! So amazingly comfortable and the 460 was incredibly quiet and smooth.
Spent a lot of time in a Mark V. It was like riding on a cloud.
Those old tuna schooners were the best. I had a friend whose parents drove Cadillacs back in the day. What a treat it was in the late 70s, for a bunch of us teenagers to pile into one and cruise around. To paraphrase my friend's dad the next day: "What is that funny looking cigarette butt in the ashtray?" Oooops ....
I had a 78 with the 460 I decided I would kick it and hold it one day just to see how fast it would go at 65 it changed into second at 95 it changed into drive the speedometer needle disappeared past the 120 mark I raised up to see where the needle went when the hood blew apart and all four tires separated holy shit what a ride I limped it back to the house the tires were shaped like footballs I had to bolt the hood back together with carriage bolts those were the days
120 ? And it fell to bits? What a piece of shit !
@@paulthomson9709 the needle disappeared past 120 it went below the dash where I couldn't see it when the wind got between the hood and the frame that the hood is crimp welded to and separated from it and four 10 year old tires couldn't take the gyroscopic Force anymore
@Rusty Stuff I love anecdotes like that!
I have a 78, never tried going past 85 because of how much the car starts to vibrate.
That's a great story thanks for sharing that.🤣👍🤣👍
Those velour interiors in the cars of the late '70s were superfine, and truly these cars are bold, beautiful and elegant; I am partial to the '69-'71, really well proportioned, artful, and elegant. This guy and his dad are preserving some of America's finest. Nice work Dennis.
Got the mark iv in light beach yellow with 30k miles. Drives like a dream. U need to take care of things and they last. Be it new car or old. My Acura TL to be honest is in worse condition than the Lincoln. When u drive the yatch, u can't tell how fast you're going on a highway. U feel like you crush those little Honda. All cars look small to you including trucks. U feel like a boss, with that boxy cockpit. U dont drive these too fast. U cruise in them. This car is a peaceful experience. I actually prefer how quiet the engine and car is unlike the stangs or Camaro. This is a car you drive to a nice lounge near a lake on a beautiful evening.
I watch this video every week to remind of nice things used to be.
When ever I hear land yacht I think of Boss Hogs Cadillac from The Dukes of Hazzard😂
Yeah I know right
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I that was a '76 Eldorado, iirc, which is nothing to sneeze at either.
Scare Crow it wasn’t a Eldorado.
@@scarecrow2885 No, I think it was a 69 or 70 DeVille.
From Leo: Great cars! I spent some time in 1974 with a 1972 Thunderbird with a 460 (385 horsepower). While not a Lincoln, The 1972 Thunderbird was a big, smooth, quiet and powerful car. It was a real gas guzzler. I am still sad I will never have a car like that again. Thanks for the spotlight on the Lincolns.
@David Topchiev You could be right, I really don't remember, not sure if I ever knew. I just looked up my car and engine on Wiki, and that is what they said. Whatever it had, simply flooring it would result in wheel spin and flooring it in a corner would get out of control really fast. I still miss that kind of car.
Nothing like a sail boats. Man I drove most of them and my family thought I was Crazy.
The Lincoln Mark IV was the car of my childhood. My Dad owned three of them in succession 1972, 1973, and 1975. The 72 was a seafoam green color, the 73 and 75 were black with black leather interior. There was nothing more elegant than an all black Lincoln. The Mark IV is my favorite. I hope to someday own one in my garage as a weekend toy. I remember my Dad driving the Mark with the two spoke steering wheel holding a cigar in one hand and lightly holding the steering wheel with the other.
Column Shifter, Soft Suspension and bench seats
I had a 1979 Bill Blass Mark V in the dark blue and white color and loved it! That was the smoothest ride ever and was like driving a Lazy Boy chair down the road. Got plenty of looks. It only got 9 miles to the gallon on the highway but gas wasn't that much back then.
i had a 76 Mark IV Lipstick edition. best car i ever had, i miss it.
Ocala, florida... My home town! I got a 1975 Cadillac Eldorado convertible with 55,000 original miles on her, love those old land yachts.
Top choice of TV and movie detectives.
CANNON!!!!
Cannon was truly the TV series that introduced me to the Mark III and Mark IV series and got me hooked for life.
We never saw these cars. To my knowledge only a single 1973, 1974 and 1975/76 Mark IV were sold new in the country.
We did see Thunderbirds from these years, but Ford Motor Company Denmark was rather ignorant.
Danish car magazines did their best to ignore them. They would either - in the 1972 year book - list a Lincoln Continental Mark IV, but with a
picture of a 1972 Lincoln Continental Sedan, then use the same picture for the listing of a Lincoln Continental sedan in both 1973 and 1974.
Not ontill 1979 came out of the blue an article in the yearbook about the leading Industrial Designer in Germany Luigi Colani and his
1979 Continental Mark V Cartier Edition, calling it the best car he ever had, comparing it to Bentley and Rolls Royce cars he had owned.
"This is the only car I have had, where I can go relaxed and ready to a meeting or negotiation, after having driven though half of Germany.
Its temper and perfomance is very soothing and relaxing to me. It does not ask for anything - but it gives a whole lot."
Danish national TV - DR - was the only channel available up untll 1988 and limited itself to McCloud, Kojak, Columbo, and later Miami Vice.
In the part of the country where I grew up, we could watch German Television - ARD and ZDF - which we turned to if we wanted to
watch more Kojak or the to us unfamiliar Streets of San Francisco, Rockford, Charlie's Angels, and .... Cannon.
We had to endure though that all movies were dubbed into German. My generation lived with it. We understood it and pretty much all
spoke it as third language in school, but my fathers generation frowned.
@@KoldingDenmark , If I could afford the fuel I'd get one or a T bird, my Dad had a 68 429 TBird and what a beauty it was, right now running a 1998 Ford Escort with 311 k miles on it and it gets over 45 mpg on some of my trips , so hard to go back to 12 mpg. these cars had probably the best materials of any car it their era, still saw them with mint interiors and vinyl tops long after the frames has rusted out.
I've been in that room a few times. The collection he has is tremendous. I love it. Living in the Ocala area, it is a place I would frequent more often, if I had the time.
I don't see the "European" in any of these cars. It is as if you are ridding along on a cloud is the best way to describe a ride in one of these. Love big vintage cars for their comfort, ride and power. Beautiful.
Wil not fit in one parkingsspot in Amsterdam.
yeah, i didnt understand that either. he explains it by "less chrome", but european cars were always known to be rougher-riding, better road handling cars, without a lot of interior opulence. even back then. these cars seem to be the opposite -zero road feel, extra cushy seating, lots of creature comforts. not european at all, in my mind.
@@BaltimoreAndOhioRR I recall too, that the doors were thin/cheap on European and Japanese cars.
@@BaltimoreAndOhioRR Cars were (are) built for the conditions of the country. In the US, distances are great, highways stretch to the horizon, and gas was cheap. You could have an interstate cruiser from the low priced field right on up to these cars, with improvements as you went up.
my dad had a mark III . I left a 1976 vette on I-20 coming home from school on several occasions. The Speedo bottomed out after 125mph and took awhile to move again when I let up on it. The badge under the hood read "460 cu in 4V carb... 365 brake h.p. at 4,600 rpm." WAY underrated !!!
My dad drove the mark series from 69 to 77 one of my favorites was the 73 dark blue with white leather interior I love driving Lincoln's I love Lincoln's in general
That vintage burgundy Mark III is sharp! The 72 Mark IV is my second favorite.
Wonderful. I've had 3 Lincoln's. My first car when I was 15, was a split pea green 1969 Lincoln Continental sedan with dark ivy gold top and interior. Then I had 2 different 1962 Lincoln's, I had a Dark Cherry 62' with tri colored, tan, mauve and white interior. My Last Lincoln was a Sunburst yellow 62' Lincoln with black leather.
7:57 The Mark III had the walnut dashboard, not plastic, how vulgar? For those who knew Lee, we were a little disappointed in him at that time.
Frank cannon had a 72 Mark IV in the TV series cannon.
10:36 You could still fit 12 dead bodies in the trunk. As compared to the trunks today.
15:02 I bought mine at spencers gifts. I think I still might have the ball, not the car.
I hope you have a four-door Mark VI in the collection. I had a burgundy one, that took me to Alaska, California, Florida, and back home to Pennsylvania. Now it’s 60, I hope to do it again sometime soon.
What a car?