Lincoln Futura Scale Model, 1952
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The Lincoln Futura, designed by William M. Schmidt, was a sensation at auto shows in 1955. The concept car boasted push-button transmission controls, a 300-horsepower V-8 engine, and a double-dome canopy roof. Hollywood customizer George Barris bought the Futura in 1959 and, a few years later, turned it into the Batmobile for the 1966-1968 Batman television series.
The Lincoln Futura, designed by William M. Schmidt, was a sensation at auto shows in 1955. The concept car boasted push-button transmission controls, a 300-horsepower V-8 engine, and a double-dome canopy roof. Hollywood customizer George Barris bought the Futura in 1959 and, a few years later, turned it into the Batmobile for the 1966-1968 Batman television series.
Artifact
Scale model
Date Made
1952
Creators
Ford Motor Company. Lincoln-Mercury Division
Place of Creation
United States, Michigan, Dearborn
Creator Notes
Designed by William M. Schmidt for the Lincoln Division of Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan.
Keywords
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
86.182.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of William M. Schmidt.
Material
Fiberglass
Aluminum (Metal)
Wood (Plant material)
Acrylic (Plastic)
Felt (Textile)
Chromium
Color
Light green
Silver (Color)
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 4.125 in
Width: 7.75 in
Length: 19.25 in
Wheelbase: 10.75 in
Inscriptions
In raised gold script on center edge of hood and on rear fenders: FUTURA (Partially broken off on left side) In gold, on rear license plate: FUTURA
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