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Lincoln entered the 1952 race, capturing the first four positions. In 1953, Lincoln repeated this remarkable performance. In 1954, the Lincolns finished first and second. This is the first place car, driven by Ray Crawford and Enrique Iglesias. The 205-horsepower car finished in 20 hours and 40 minutes, averaging 92.22 mph.
 |  |  | Hardtop Coupe Chassis Num: 54LA7967H |
| Sold for $27,500 at 2007 RM Auctions. Sold for $12,100 at 2008 RM Auctions. | |||
The stock Capri two-door hardtops were sent directly to Bill Stroppe in Long Beach where they were modified to meet the demands of the Carrera Pan Americana. The cars were powered by an overhead valve V8 engine featuring a Y-block design.
This 1954 Lincoln Capri Pan Americana Road Racer was offered for sale at the 2007 RM Auctions held at Meadow Brook. It is powered by a 317 cubic-inch overhead valve V8 engine that is capable of producing over 200 horsepower. There is a GM Hydramatic automatic gearbox and hydraulic drum brakes. This car is a replica built to the highest of standards and nearly identical to the originals. It is finished in two-tone with exterior rock guards protecting the headlights. On all four corners are reinforced steel wheels. In the rear luggage compartment is a special aluminum fuel cell with an exterior 'quick-fill' cap.
At auction this car was offered without reserve and estimated to sell for $40,000 - $60,000. Bidding was lower than expected, and the buyer got a bargain, buying the car for $27,500 including buyer's premium.
In 2008, this car was brought to the 2nd Annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $30,000-$35,000. It was offered without reserve. The lot was sold for $12,100 including buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2010
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By Daniel Vaughan | Jul 2009
 |  |  | Hardtop Coupe Chassis Num: 54WA21419H |
| Sold for $27,500 at 2009 RM Auctions. | |||
This example is painted in glossy two-tone green with polished brightwork complemented by light green steel wheels, bright wheel covers and Coker Classic wide whitewall tires. Inside, there is a unique perforated metal dash treatment. There is a GM Hydra-Matic four-speed transmission and a 205 horsepower Lincoln V8. Passenger amenities include a clock, heater/defroster, power seat, power windows and a pushbutton-operated AM radio.
This Lincoln Capri shows approximately 36,000 miles. In 2009, it was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $20,000 - $30,000 and offered without reserve.
By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2009
The Lincoln Capri was powered by an eight-cylinder 430 cubic-inch engine which was matted to a three-speed automatic gearbox. The Life Magazine hailed the Capri as the safest vehicle produced in 1955.
The Lincoln Capri was entered in the grueling Mexican Road Races and was able to sweep the top five places in the International Standard Class. The following year, they captured the first four spots. In 1954, they claimed the first and second spots.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2007
For more information and related vehicles, click hereThe Lincoln Capri was entered in the grueling Mexican Road Races and was able to sweep the top five places in the International Standard Class. The following year, they captured the first four spots. In 1954, they claimed the first and second spots.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2007
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| BMW TEAM RLL FINISH FIFTH AND SIXTH AT LIME ROCK PARK | |
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