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…