2003 Lincoln Navicross Concept Sedan

The Lincoln Navicross Concept had a 114-inch wheelbase and a supercharged 32-valve 4.2-liter aluminum V8 engine and full-time all-wheel drive with adaptive traction control. The gearbox was a five-speed automatic with manual sequential function.

The Navicross was part coupe, part sedan, and part crossover sport utility. The design was elegant with a strong stance and perfect poise. It rides on 20-inch wheels shod with all-terrain tires. It is based on the Lincoln LS platform and has center-opening pillarless doors.

A horizontal one-piece grille incorporates a complex headlamp array using fiber optic ribbon and a remote 'light engine.' This innovation maximizes the packaging efficiency of the front end, minimizing overhang and reducing the overall vehicle length. Door hinges are fully integrated into a ring frame made of high-strength composite materials and rotate 90 degrees to provide maximum ease of ingress and egress. The interlocking doors provide integral side impact protection, and an integral rollover cage is designed into the vehicle, supported by the door ring frame.

In 2010, this vehicle was offered for sale at the 'Sports & Classics of Monterey' presented by RM Auctions. The car was estimated to sell for $40,000 - $60,000 and offered without reserve. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $23,100 inclusive of buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2010