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1958 Lincoln Continental
New for the Lincoln Continental in 1958 was a 430 cu. in 375 hp V8 engine accompanied with a Turbo-Drive transmission. The main bones of the Continental body features an all steel body with welded double panel doors. Inside features many luxury conveniences all avaialbe at the touch of a button. Including a retractable rear window that slides out of sight with just a flick of the switch to give an open car ventilation. The exterior is polished with baked enamel with 3 primer coats, and 2 finish coats to give it the ultimate sheen.
1958 Lincoln Continental Production and Specifications
| Model Number |
Body/Style Number |
Body Type & Seating |
Factory Price |
Shipping Weight |
Total Production |
| Continental Series |
| N/A |
54A |
4-dr Sedan - 6P |
$6,012 |
4,888 lbs |
1,283 |
| N/A |
65A |
2-dr Hardtop Coupe - 6P |
$5,765 |
4,802 lbs |
2,328 |
| N/A |
68A |
2-dr Convertible - 6P |
$6,223 |
4,927 lbs |
3,048 |
| N/A |
75A |
4-dr Hardtop Sedan - 6P |
$6,012 |
4,884 lbs |
5,891 |
Chassis Data
| Model |
Wheelbase |
Overall Length |
Overall Height |
Width |
Front Tread |
Rear Tread |
Tires |
| Continental |
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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