1961 Lincoln Continental

Lincoln started of the 60's with 3 models to choose from and by 1961 narrowed it down to just one, the Continental. A new styling change for the Continental included shaving 8 inches off the wheelbase and over 14 inches in length. The Industiral Design Institue awarded the designers of the 1961 Continental a bronze medal. Four headlights still adorned the front grill but now they were displayed side by side. Also new for 1961 was the infamous suicide doors that opened to the center. Standard features on the Continental included a 430 cid V8 engine, automatic transmission, power windows, power brakes, and power steering.

 

 

1961 Lincoln Continental Production and Specifications

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Continental Series
82	53A	4-dr Sedan - 6P	$6,067	4,927 lbs	22,303
86	74A	4-dr Convertible - 6P	$6,713	5,215 lbs	2,857

Chassis Data

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Width	Front Tread	Rear Tread	Tires
Continental	123 in	212.4 in	80.3 in	-	-	9.00 x 14 (9.50 x 14 - convertible)

 

Vin Number Decoding - 1961 Lincoln

Location: Stamped on the right inner fender apron under hood.

First Symbol - Model Year 1 = 1961 Second Symbol - Assembly Plant Y = Wixom, MI. Third & Fourth Symbol - Body Series 82 = Continental Sedan 86 = Continental Convertible Fifth Symbol - Engine H = 430 - V8 K = 430 - V8 Last Six Symbols - Production Sequence Starting at 400001

1961 Lincoln Options and Accessories

Description	Description
Air Conditioner	Heater
6-way Power Seats	Speed Control
Special Interior Trim	Tinted Glass
Directed Power Differential	Automatic Transmission
Power Brakes	Power Steering
Power Windows	Power Door Locks