When I was a little kid, our neighbors came home with a new 59 Lincoln Premier, I can still remember it, its was a Pink color ( I think it was called coral) with black fabric interior with white trim I was so impressed. My Uncle had a very nice 58 Imperial but to me that Lincoln was something Only thing about this car, was Lincoln Mercury lost millions building this car, and with the Glamorous new Lincoln came out in 1961, it made this design look old in a hurry
Yegads!! They were a block long and half a block wide. Had a neighbor who rebuilt one and had a chance to ride in it a few times. The ride was phenomenal. The owner took it over some railroad tracks and you would never have known it. I have never experienced a ride like that since.
Oh now I get it first I thought you said you were born in a Cadillac. Then I thought God forbid all that after birth on that luxurious fabric was it worth the experience of birth?
I heard some were born with a silver spoon in their mouth. And then some have their foot in their mouths. But you, can you have a whole Cadillac in your mouth sort of speak..
I can't think of a more radical transformation in automotive history than the 1960 vs 1961 Lincoln. I mean the 58-60 Lincolns were so overwrought, a really kooky, tacky, IMO ridiculous design. Personally I think the 58-60 Lincolns are a lot of fun in an ironic sense, just because they are so overwrought and kooky. Cadillac was kicking their butts from 58-60 in terms of styling/design. Then all the sudden the new understated 1961 Lincoln came in and introduced a new design language that resonated thru the rest of the decade. Gone were tail fins and any extra ornamentation, it was all about the sleek lines and minimalism.
Horrible design, and they knew it. Too long, too low (rode on 14's), and with a hideous looking front end. They wised up quick and went back to the minimalist ideology from the 55'-56' Continental. Following the success of the next generation starting in 61' (like you said), they never looked back to the point that when they came out with the new Mark III in 68 1/2", it was as if the old one never existed. Unfortunately, the gaudy look came back with the new Mark IV in 1972 with that stupid opera window, longer length, and get ready for the malaise era attitude.
There will never again be cars with this type of craftmanship!If you ever get a chance to own this convertible or four door hardtop I gaurantee you will be the talk and envy of all people you meet.At the time the 1958-1960 lincolns were competing against cadillac and in my humble opinion though cadillac did better sales wise in those yrs the lincoln designs were by far better and classy distinction that cannot be duplicated!I am a owner of a 1959 lincoln premiere white four door hardtop and a get crowded with admirers everywhere I go!Hard to believe ford,lincoln lost $60 million making theses beautiful beasts!It truly was the american dream car to have then and its an honor to own one now! Sincerely, SnakeMan
you might want to search out the issue of Automobile Quarterly that features this cars development, if you havent already , pretty interesting.Good Luck with your car. If its running fine I think the one thing I would do if not too difficult is drop the oil pan and change out the pick up screen, many older cars , even lots of newer ones die because the y get clogged with cooked oil .
The craftsmanship on these cars was nothing to write home about. You're probably thinking about the 1956-7 Continental Mark II which was hand built. These cars lost Lincoln money because they sold so poorly, not because they were so well built. Cadillac trounced Lincoln and Imperial during these years. If you drive one of these barges, yes, people will talk, but not because they are envious. They will talk because the styling is in amazingly bad taste.
I have a 1960 Lincoln continental convertible. let me tell you it’s a great car! Rides like a dream and is very comfortable on any journey! People complain about the size of the car but not much different than a bunch of truck owners I know. Great car!
There was a black 60 Lincoln for sale a few streets over in my neighborhood. It needed a lot of work but it disappeared within a week of being up for sale.
Not exactly. It's true that McNamara wanted to pull the plug on the money losing Lincoln division but he liked one of the design proposals for the Thunderbird and encouraged Lincoln to expand the Tbird design to the 61 Lincoln.
Man, the money Ford had back then. Just think in 1958, Ford brought out the Edsel, both redesigned Thunderbird and Lincoln as will as two new V-8's (352 cid and the 430 cid). Geeez!
Lincoln changed the Continental Mark, to the Lincoln Continental in 1960 because they knew the new 61 was coming out and wanted to get people used to using the name Lincoln Continental
the 59 and 60 were the best looking years of this run, the 58 didn't look as good as the following 2 years had a odd recess in the body around the front wheels
@@califdad4 Yes. Aesthetically, sometimes, less is more. Apparently Lincoln thought so too because the '59 and '60 Continentals had progressively cleaner exterior designs.
@@califdad4 Exactly. In my opinion, the 1961-'63 Camelot Continentals are design icons of that period. I've always wanted one. There is a website called Automotive Milepost. It features full specifications, colors, standard equipment, options, brochure photography, and show car history of these cars. I love the frenched in power antenna molded into the deck lid chrome strip of the '61 and '62 with the added power of the '63. I dream of Nocturne Blue w/ Silver or Honey Beige leather interior or Presidential Black w/ Silver Black & White, or Honey Beige leather interior. I wanted to be a automobile designer but my career took a different path. However, if I had to restore a total wreck, the only custom touch I'd try would be to give a '61-'63 hidden headlights. Correct grille. Just obtain a second one, recess the headlamps and try using a updated, all electrical system from a late '60's Cougar, Thunderbird or MK III. I'd never do it to a decent survivor, but their prices are so astronomical, I doubt I'll ever be able to afford anything but one that needs a ground up restoration I can buy at reasonable cost and restore over time. Me and my car dreams..lol
When Ford made the every day car for Mr and Mrs average the quality was not there they should have a good at sales from their luxary cars which are good
Strong? Wasn't that series of Lincolns known for sagging, even cracking, in the middle as they aged? The later 61 to 65 Lincoln series used more steel and were heavier, even though they were smaller cars.
This is the best year of Lincoln. When you look at Lincoln today you think you're looking at KIA lol
Just beautiful! I loved the days of planned obsolesce when every year brought exciting new models!
When I was a little kid, our neighbors came home with a new 59 Lincoln Premier, I can still remember it, its was a Pink color ( I think it was called coral) with black fabric interior with white trim I was so impressed. My Uncle had a very nice 58 Imperial but to me that Lincoln was something
Only thing about this car, was Lincoln Mercury lost millions building this car, and with the Glamorous new Lincoln came out in 1961, it made this design look old in a hurry
Those slanty Lincoln headlights and the Studebaker bomb nose, two early childhood memories.
Yegads!! They were a block long and half a block wide. Had a neighbor who rebuilt one and had a chance to ride in it a few times. The ride was phenomenal. The owner took it over some railroad tracks and you would never have known it. I have never experienced a ride like that since.
This is where modern cars really fall on their face. The ride is miles ahead of any new car.
I've never seen a more beautiful car in my entire LIFE!! wow!
I’m Born & Raised with Cadillac (GM) but you just can’t beat the ride of a Lincoln (FORD). 🤗
Oh now I get it first I thought you said you were born in a Cadillac. Then I thought God forbid all that after birth on that luxurious fabric was it worth the experience of birth?
I heard some were born with a silver spoon in their mouth. And then some have their foot in their mouths. But you, can you have a whole Cadillac in your mouth sort of speak..
Most luxurious of all aircraft carriers.
I just want to get my self into debt for a that is so stunning and a work of art can never be replaced
The difference between the 1960 and 1961 Lincoln are staggering. What an improvement!
The 60 is better more chrome and nicer ride
@@m42037: It's a much longer vehicle.
I can't think of a more radical transformation in automotive history than the 1960 vs 1961 Lincoln. I mean the 58-60 Lincolns were so overwrought, a really kooky, tacky, IMO ridiculous design. Personally I think the 58-60 Lincolns are a lot of fun in an ironic sense, just because they are so overwrought and kooky. Cadillac was kicking their butts from 58-60 in terms of styling/design.
Then all the sudden the new understated 1961 Lincoln came in and introduced a new design language that resonated thru the rest of the decade. Gone were tail fins and any extra ornamentation, it was all about the sleek lines and minimalism.
Horrible design, and they knew it.
Too long, too low (rode on 14's), and with a hideous looking front end.
They wised up quick and went back to the minimalist ideology from the 55'-56' Continental.
Following the success of the next generation starting in 61' (like you said), they never looked back to the point that when they came out with the new Mark III in 68 1/2", it was as if the old one never existed.
Unfortunately, the gaudy look came back with the new Mark IV in 1972 with that stupid opera window, longer length, and get ready for the malaise era attitude.
There will never again be cars with this type of craftmanship!If you ever get a chance to own this convertible or four door hardtop I gaurantee you will be the talk and envy of all people you meet.At the time the 1958-1960 lincolns were competing against cadillac and in my humble opinion though cadillac did better sales wise in those yrs the lincoln designs were by far better and classy distinction that cannot be duplicated!I am a owner of a 1959 lincoln premiere white four door hardtop and a get crowded with admirers everywhere I go!Hard to believe ford,lincoln lost $60 million making theses beautiful beasts!It truly was the american dream car to have then and its an honor to own one now! Sincerely, SnakeMan
you might want to search out the issue of Automobile Quarterly that features this cars development, if you havent already , pretty interesting.Good Luck with your car. If its running fine I think the one thing I would do if not too difficult is drop the oil pan and change out the pick up screen, many older cars , even lots of newer ones die because the y get clogged with cooked oil .
The craftsmanship on these cars was nothing to write home about. You're probably thinking about the 1956-7 Continental Mark II which was hand built. These cars lost Lincoln money because they sold so poorly, not because they were so well built. Cadillac trounced Lincoln and Imperial during these years. If you drive one of these barges, yes, people will talk, but not because they are envious. They will talk because the styling is in amazingly bad taste.
Beautiful barges. Especially the 1960. I'd like to own one.
I ve got 1960 black Premiere here on Poland and its same here ;) people gets crazy about it
I have a 1960 Lincoln continental convertible. let me tell you it’s a great car! Rides like a dream and is very comfortable on any journey! People complain about the size of the car but not much different than a bunch of truck owners I know. Great car!
If I bought this car in 1960 I would have kicked myself or taken a loss to get a totally restyled 61
There was a black 60 Lincoln for sale a few streets over in my neighborhood. It needed a lot of work but it disappeared within a week of being up for sale.
My next door neighbor had a black one of these in 1960. It was as big as a battleship
If Ford president Robert McNamara had his way, this would have been the last year for Lincoln.
Not exactly. It's true that McNamara wanted to pull the plug on the money losing Lincoln division but he liked one of the design proposals for the Thunderbird and encouraged Lincoln to expand the Tbird design to the 61 Lincoln.
Soooooo much nicer than ANY Cadillac..
I really want one of those a lot
Man, the money Ford had back then.
Just think in 1958, Ford brought out the Edsel, both redesigned Thunderbird and Lincoln as will as two new V-8's (352 cid and the 430 cid).
Geeez!
That’s a car that I’m gonna pick up on a junkyard in Thursday
Lincoln changed the Continental Mark, to the Lincoln Continental in 1960 because they knew the new 61 was coming out and wanted to get people used to using the name Lincoln Continental
Continental was 1 step above the standard Lincoln at this time. 1961 it was just Lincoln Continental. Still both expensive cars.
The hood would build 10 Hondas
1960 was the last year for the Lincoln Capri and Premiere. From 1961 to 1969, the Lincoln Continental was the only Lincoln available.
Ironic now that Lincoln no longer makes cars.
It's a damned shame too. A vanished time.
And the closest vehicle to this is the Navigator!
That's not a car that's a warship
Looks like a caricature of the 1950's. Amazing what they did the next year in 1961.
You can hardly tell the Lincoln from the Continental. Really two of the most ungainly designs to ever be out into production imo.
the 59 and 60 were the best looking years of this run, the 58 didn't look as good as the following 2 years had a odd recess in the body around the front wheels
Like pre dented front fenders.
@@solemandd67 exactly and looked odd
@@califdad4 Yes. Aesthetically, sometimes, less is more. Apparently Lincoln thought so too because the '59 and '60 Continentals had progressively cleaner exterior designs.
@@solemandd67 then they hit it out of the ball park with the beautiful 61
@@califdad4 Exactly. In my opinion, the 1961-'63 Camelot Continentals are design icons of that period.
I've always wanted one. There is a website called Automotive Milepost. It features full specifications, colors, standard equipment, options, brochure photography, and show car history of these cars.
I love the frenched in power antenna molded into the deck lid chrome strip of the '61 and '62 with the added power of the '63.
I dream of Nocturne Blue w/ Silver or Honey Beige leather interior or Presidential Black w/ Silver Black & White, or Honey Beige leather interior.
I wanted to be a automobile designer but my career took a different path. However, if I had to restore a total wreck, the only custom touch I'd try would be to give a '61-'63 hidden headlights.
Correct grille. Just obtain a second one, recess the headlamps and try using a updated, all electrical system from a late '60's Cougar, Thunderbird or MK III.
I'd never do it to a decent survivor, but their prices are so astronomical, I doubt I'll ever be able to afford anything but one that needs a ground up restoration I can buy at reasonable cost and restore over time.
Me and my car dreams..lol
Before women forgot how to be ladies.
1:12 reminds of the beginning of the movie..."THE CAR".(air-horns please)
"... ПРОСТО !..."
Worst design ever for a Lincoln, and they knew it.
Lots of Bling! ...the ultimate Squaremobile.
Why is the quality on the telecine transfer so poor?
You cant possibly be serious..............
When Ford made the every day car for Mr and Mrs average the quality was not there they should have a good at sales from their luxary cars which are good
When cars were built strong and reliable. Except the gas mileage but that’s a different story.
the more fuel-efficient they got, the more problems that occurred.
Strong? Wasn't that series of Lincolns known for sagging, even cracking, in the middle as they aged? The later 61 to 65 Lincoln series used more steel and were heavier, even though they were smaller cars.
At .31 cents (premium grade) a gal and Lincoln's gas tank held 18.7 gals, your total gas bill would be a shopping $5.79
What a horrible video picture! Horrible styling too, but the thumbs down is for the horrible picture quality.