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The Lincoln Continentals are a series of premium luxury cars produced by Lincoln, a division of Ford Motor Company. First introduced in 1939 as a coach-built convertible, the Continental is often credited as being the car that would eventually become known as the personal luxury car. The Continental nameplate has been in use by Lincoln at various times, for more than 75 years.
The prestigious premium automobile was characterized by the long hood and short rear deck design. It would become an iconic top-of-the-line offering for the Ford Motor Company. Unique design features, including the rear deck mounted covered spare tire would be signature styling cues of the early models and become known forever as 'Continental Kits.'
Over the years in the Lincoln model lineup, the Continental has served various roles. This has ranged from the base-trim to the top-level sedans. Through its production, the Lincoln Continental has been produced in various body styles, including both two-door and four-door convertibles, two-door and four-door hardtops and sedans, and two-door coupes. The Lincoln Continental was the last American-built car that was factory-produced with a V-12 engine and also the last offered as a four-door convertible.
This 1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet has the 292 cubic-inch V-12 engine that produces 125 horsepower. Providing smooth and ample power, it is backed by a 3-speed transmission along with a Columbia 2-speed rear axle. The Lincoln Continental of 1939 and 1940 was considered the brainchild of Edsel Ford. A mere 350 were produced over the two-year span, with this prime example being number 299. The Lincoln Continental was the very first automobile to be honored and recognized for design excellence by the Museum of Modern Art.
The prestigious premium automobile was characterized by the long hood and short rear deck design. It would become an iconic top-of-the-line offering for the Ford Motor Company. Unique design features, including the rear deck mounted covered spare tire would be signature styling cues of the early models and become known forever as 'Continental Kits.'
Over the years in the Lincoln model lineup, the Continental has served various roles. This has ranged from the base-trim to the top-level sedans. Through its production, the Lincoln Continental has been produced in various body styles, including both two-door and four-door convertibles, two-door and four-door hardtops and sedans, and two-door coupes. The Lincoln Continental was the last American-built car that was factory-produced with a V-12 engine and also the last offered as a four-door convertible.
This 1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet has the 292 cubic-inch V-12 engine that produces 125 horsepower. Providing smooth and ample power, it is backed by a 3-speed transmission along with a Columbia 2-speed rear axle. The Lincoln Continental of 1939 and 1940 was considered the brainchild of Edsel Ford. A mere 350 were produced over the two-year span, with this prime example being number 299. The Lincoln Continental was the very first automobile to be honored and recognized for design excellence by the Museum of Modern Art.
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1940 Lincoln Continental Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Lincoln Continental
(Data based on Model Year 1940 sales)
1940 Lincoln-Zephyr Continental Cabriolet Chassis#: H101153 Sold for USD$46,200 2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet Chassis#: H103821 Sold for USD$42,560 2023 RM Sothebys : Arizona | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet Sold for USD$51,700 2021 Mecum : Indy 2021 | |
1940 Lincoln-Zephyr Continental Convertible Chassis#: H95795 Sold for USD$39,600 2020 Gooding & Company : Geared Online | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Convertible Chassis#: H96693 Sold for USD$6,720 2018 Bonhams : Collectors Motorcars and Automobilia Auction | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet Custom Chassis#: H 102459 Sold for USD$30,800 2018 RM Sothebys : Auburn Spring | |
1940 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL CABRIOLET Chassis#: H69062 Sold for USD$55,000 2014 Barrett-Jackson's 43RD Annual Scottsdale Auction | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet Chassis#: H100711 Sold for USD$200,750 2012 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auction | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet Chassis#: H-98517 Sold for USD$93,500 2012 RM - The Dingman Collection | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Convertible Sold for USD$43,450 2012 Auctions America - Ft Lauderdale, Fl | |
1940 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL CABRIOLET Sold for USD$39,050 2011 Auctions America - Auburn Fall Auction | |
1940 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL CONVERTIBLE Sold for USD$57,200 2011 Auctions America - Auburn Fall Auction | |
1940 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: H95492 Sold for USD$71,500 2011 Worldwide Auctions - The Auburn Auction | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet Chassis#: H103330 Sold for USD$74,250 2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Arizona | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Convertible Sold for USD$53,900 2008 Collector Cars of Fort Lauderdale | |
1940 Lincoln-Zephyr Continental Cabriolet Chassis#: H100711 Sold for USD$148,500 2008 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Arizona | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Town Car Chassis#: H97763 Sold for USD$42,900 2007 RM Auctions - The Al Wiseman Collection | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Sold for USD$110,000 2007 Gooding & Company | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Sold for USD$66,000 2007 Vintage Motor Car Auction at Meadow Brook Hall | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet Chassis#: H102736 Sold for USD$95,700 2005 Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island |
Lincoln Continentals That Failed To Sell At Auction
1940 Lincoln Continental's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1940 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet | 2022 Mecum : Glendale | $50,000 | |||
1940 Lincoln Continental Coupe | 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | $30,000 | $40,000 | $50,000 | |
1940 Lincoln Continental Convertible | 06H56148 | 2016 The Finest : The Elegance at Hershey | $65,000 | $75,000 | |
1940 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL CABRIOLET | 2010 McCormick's Auction #49 Palm Springs, CA | $28,000 | |||
1940 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL CABRIOLET | H96691 | 2010 McCormick's Auction #49 Palm Springs, CA | $28,000 | ||
1940 Lincoln Continental Convertible | 2006 Toronto International Fall Classic Car Auction | $50,000 |
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