Lincoln Continental Convertible.
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This is another look at what a future 4-door Continental convertible from Lincoln could look like.
Of course, there is not even a rumor about Lincoln actually working on a new 4-door convertible. They’re probably not even working on a new Continental either. And yet. The last generation Continental, a pretty boring-looking car, was actually made available with suicide doors, then called “Coach Doors Edition“. A first batch of 80 units was built as an anniversary edition. Then 150 more in 2020.
Which shows Lincoln is still capable of a retro surprise or two. And a new 4-door convertible would be one.
Lincoln is currently trying hard to appeal to the Chinese market, where they already sell a sedan. But how about racing a big splash with a new large 4-door convertible?
The Lincoln Continental started life back in 1940, as a 2 door coupe and convertible. However, the car we mostly remember as a “Continental” is the 4th generation sedan produced from 1961 to 1969. While much more boring 5th generation produced from 1969 to 1979 became one of the most popular cars in 1970’s TV shows.
The convertible model was available right away from the 1961 model year. It became even a bit larger in 1966 and a glass rear window was added. 1967 was the final year for the convertible model with only about 2300 of them sold that year.
I say it’s time for Lincoln to go crazy and offer something that might have zero market. The ultimate niche product in 2025 would be a luxury 4-door convertible sedan. And yet, something that spectacular might just be what Lincoln needs. Something different from all these look-alike SUVs they currently offer.
And yes, there should be chrome…
Lincolns are the Acuras of Ford. Except they aren’t sporty, have as much range, or are as interesting. Poor LIncoln.
But why would Ford invest hundreds of millions of dollars into developing a niche vehicle few people would actually buy? Dream on, Vince.
Lincoln needs a sedan of some type IMO. Doesn’t have to be a Continental or a Town Car, but it needs something to distinguish the brand. SUVs alone don’t do that.
If you build something compelling and interesting, people will buy it. See Chrysler 300, Charger, Challenger built on a 90’s Mercedes platform and the new Corvette or even Tesla out of the Blue.. Lincoln needs a Halo car… Not just family friendly SUV’s They don’t need the Corsair and the Nautilus? If you got less money send them to Ford?
DOA.
I totally agree, Lincoln Continental needs to build something compelling and interesting, people will buy it.
RETURN TO THE 4 DOOR CONVERTIBLE or foldable hard top!
Love my 67 convertible would buy that car in the picture as well.
I agree totally that the Lincoln Nautilus etc is wasted effort. I bought a used Lincoln mkz so I could have the beauty. That is what Lincoln is. And better comfort than the mix or any other suv.
I have a 2017 Lincoln reserve. When they first came out with it, I bought it. I’ve got millionaire.Friends that love the coach edition.But they can’t find it. When I go to their parties, they parked my car in front of their home along with the bentley. Please bring back the Lincoln Continental. I also have a ford F150 top of the line.