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Two distinct devices on the dashboard include the automatic headlight dimmer (which is a feature found on cars today), and the plastic lens 'Traffic Light Finder' used before traffic lights were put on poles. When the lights were mounted on wires directly overhead, you could not see them without laying your head on the dashboard. This car was purchased in 1988 wîth a rebuilt engine. The owner's neighbor Richard Feltman has also assisted wîth the restoration wîth extensive knowledge of Lincolns from this era.
Collection of Mike MillerSource - SDAM
 |  |  | Convertible Chassis Num: 55WA24881H |
| Sold for $57,750 at 2010 RM Auctions. Sold for $46,750 at 2012 RM Auctions. | |||
The upscale Capri was introduced in 1952 and it was meant to capitalize on the decline of Packard and to become a stronger challenge to Cadillac. By April of 1955, Lincoln enjoyed new status as a separate division with the formation of Lincoln-Mercury, and the success in the Carrera Panamericana during 1952, 1953, and 1954 brought many engineering improvements to the marque.
This car has had just two owners from new. It is in original condition with white painted steel wheels, full wheel covers and a recent set of reproduction B.F. Goodrich Silvertown tires. The interior features white and aqua blue leather upholster, and there is a clock and an optional AM radio and heater.
In 2010, this Capri was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook event presented by RM Auctions. The car was estimated to sell for $65,000 - $85,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $57,750 including buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2010
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.
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