1941 Lincoln Continental Convertible, Owned by Edsel B. Ford
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Inspired by a 1938 trip to Europe, Edsel Ford collaborated with designer E.T. "Bob" Gregorie on a custom car with a sophisticated "continental" look. Reaction was so positive that Lincoln put the car into production. The beautiful 1940-1948 Lincoln Continentals that followed represent one of Edsel Ford's most significant achievements. This 1941 convertible was Mr. Ford's personal car.
Inspired by a 1938 trip to Europe, Edsel Ford collaborated with designer E.T. "Bob" Gregorie on a custom car with a sophisticated "continental" look. Reaction was so positive that Lincoln put the car into production. The beautiful 1940-1948 Lincoln Continentals that followed represent one of Edsel Ford's most significant achievements. This 1941 convertible was Mr. Ford's personal car.
Artifact
Automobile
Date Made
1941
Creators
Ford Motor Company. Lincoln Division
Place of Creation
United States, Michigan, Detroit
Creator Notes
Made by the Lincoln Division of Ford Motor Company, Detroit, Michigan.
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
56.79.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Metal
Canvas
Glass (Material)
Leather
Mahogany (Wood)
Technique
Customizing
Color
Bluish gray
Tan (color)
Dimensions
Height: 62 in
Width: 75 in
Length: 210 in
Wheelbase: 125 in
Weight: 3860 lbs
Inscriptions
Marked on the front, in a teardrop shaped medallion: V 12 Each side of hood reads: Lincoln Continential Wheel hubs are marked: Lincoln V 12 Spare tire on rear of the vehicle has a wheel hub: Lincoln Continential
Specifications
Make & Model: 1941 Lincoln Continental Convertible
Maker: Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan
Engine: V-12, L-head valves, 292 cubic inches
Transmission: 3-speed manual
Height: 64 inches
Wheelbase: 125 inches
Width: 69 inches
Overall length: 210 inches
Weight: 3860 pounds
Horsepower: 120 @ 3500 revolutions per minute
Pounds per horsepower: 32.2
Price: $2,778
Average 1941 wage: $1,492 per year
Time you'd work to buy this car: about 1 year, 10 months
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