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| The 1958 Lincoln Capri |
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1958 Lincoln Capri
Although it was considered the baseline model for Lincoln the Capri was nothing short of luxury. It featured a 430 cu. in 375 hp V8 engine accompanied with a Turbo-Drive transmission. The main bones of the Lincoln body features an all steel unibody with welded double panel doors. The exterior is polished with baked enamel with 3 primer coats, and 2 finish coats to give it the ultimate sheen. Availabe inside is sweeping views from the compound windshield with glass wrapping over the tops as well as the sides not to mention the added shoulder room in front and back.
1958 Lincoln Capri Production and Specifications
| Model Number |
Body/Style Number |
Body Type & Seating |
Factory Price |
Shipping Weight |
Total Production |
| Capri Series |
| N/A |
53A |
4-dr Sedan - 6P |
$4,951 |
4,799 lbs |
1,184 |
| N/A |
57A |
4-dr Landau Sedan - 6P |
$4,951 |
4,810 lbs |
3,084 |
| N/A |
63A |
2-dr Hardtop Coupe - 6P |
$4,803 |
4,735 lbs |
2,591 |
Chassis Data
| Model |
Wheelbase |
Overall Length |
Overall Height |
Width |
Front Tread |
Rear Tread |
Tires |
| Capri |
131 in |
229 in |
56.5 in |
80.1 in |
61 in |
61 in |
9.00 x 14 |
Vin Number Decoding - 1958 Lincoln |
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| H = 430 V8 - 4bbl |
J= 430 V8 with (3) 2 bbl |
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| Second Symbol - Year |
| 8 = 1958 |
| Third Symbol - Assembly Plant |
| Y = Wixom, MI. |
| Fourth Symbol - Body Series |
| A = 1958-1959 Capri 2 Dr Hardtop; 1959 4 Dr Sedan; 1959 4 Dr Hardtop Sedan |
| B = 1958 Capri 4 Dr Hardtop; 1959 Premiere 4 Dr Sedan; 1959 Premiere 4 Dr Hardtop; 1959 Premier 2 Dr Hardtop; 1959 Continental |
| D = 1959 Premiere 4 Dr Hardtop |
| E or F = 1958 Continental 2 Dr Hardtop |
| K = 1958 Capri 4 Dr Sedan |
| L = 1958 Premiere 4 Dr Sedan |
| M = 1958 Continental 4 Dr Sedan |
| Fifth Symbol - Division |
| 4 = Lincoln |
| Last Five Symbols - Production Sequence |
| Starting at 00001 |
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1958 Lincoln Options and Accessories
| Description |
Description |
| Travel-Tuner Radio |
FM Radio Tuner |
| Single Control Heater |
Air Conditioner |
| Venetian Sun Visors |
Sealed Beam Portable Spotlight |
| Automatic Headlight Dimmer |
Seat Belts |
| Wheel Covers |
Power Vent Windows |
| 6-way Power Seat |
Push-button Lubrication |
| Electric Door Locks |
Tinted Glass |
| Nylon Cord Tires |
Electric Trunk Release |
| Dual Automatic Radio Antennas |
Automatic Starter |
| Curb Buffer Moulding |
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