These are standard specifications for the 1977 Lincoln Continental, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Manual SelectShift , Automatic
Chassis # 7Y81A967527
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Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Separate body on perimeter-type ladder frame |
| Production Years for Series : | 1970 - 1979 |
| Price : | $9,475-$9,636 |
| Weight : | 4840 lbs | 2195.387 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L. |
| Power : | 179 HP (131.744 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 329 Ft-Lbs (446 NM) @ 1600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Motorcraft 2-barrel 2150 carburetor | |
| V 8 90-degree | 4-Barrel Motorcraft 4350 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 7538 cc | 460.0 cu in. | 7.5 L. |
| Power : | 208 HP (153.088 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 356 Ft-Lbs (483 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.4 in | 111 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.9 in | 98 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Motorcraft 4-barrel carburetor | |
3 Manual SelectShift , Automatic
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 2.46:1 |
| 2nd Gear : | 1.46:1 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.00:1 |
Production Figures
| Total Lincoln Production for 1977 : | 191,355 |
| Total 1977 Continental production : | 95,600 |
| 1977 Lincoln Continental | |
| Hardtop Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 27,440 |
| Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 68,160 |
Dimension(s)
Hardtop Coupe
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| Fuel Capacity : | 24.2 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 233.0 in | 5918 mm. |
| Width : | 79.7 in | 2024 mm. |
| Height : | 55.0 in | 1397 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 127.2 in | 3231 mm. |
| Front Track : | 64.3 in | 1633 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 64.3 in | 1633 mm. |
Sedan
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Chassis # 7Y82A974768
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| Price : | $9,636 |
| Weight : | 4880 lbs | 2213.531 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 24.2 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 233.0 in | 5918 mm. |
| Width : | 80.0 in | 2032 mm. |
| Height : | 55.2 in | 1402 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 127.2 in | 3231 mm. |
| Front Track : | 64.3 in | 1633 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 64.3 in | 1633 mm. |
| Tires : | KR78x15 SBR WSW |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Front : Indepenent coil springs with lower trailing links and anti-sway bar Rear : Rigid axle with lower trailing radius arms, upper oblique torque arms, coil springs, and transverse linkage | |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Recirculating Ball with Power Assist |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | KR78 x 15 SBR WSW |
Recall
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19770701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 77V140000 |
| Summary | THE INVOLVED VEHICLES WERE FITTED WITH TILT STEERING COLUMNS CONTAINING TRANSMISSION CONTROL INSERTS INTENDED FOR TRUCKS RATHER THAN PASSENGER VEHICLES. THIS MAY CAUSE THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR POINTER TO BE MISALIGNED AND THE POSSIBILITY OF STARTING THE ENGINE WHEN THE SELECTOR IS BETWEEN THE NEUTRAL (N) AND DRIVE (D) DETENTS AND THE TRANSMISSION IS IN DRIVE. |
| Remedy | DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL INSERT, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TILT STEERING COLUMNS ANDAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; TRANSMISSION CONTROL INSERTS, STEERING COLUMN.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: SHOULD THE ENGINE START WITH THE TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE,THE VEHICLE COULD UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE FORWARD AND AN ACCIDENT AND PERSONAL INJURYCOULD RESULT.NOTE: PRIOR TO CORRECTIVE ACTION, DRIVER SHOULD BE CAREFUL TO START THE ENGINEONLY WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR INDICATES PARK (P). |
Data updated January 2023
1977 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $15,000 |
| Avg. Home : | $49,300 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.65 |
1977 Lincoln Continental FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1977 Lincoln Continental?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1977 Lincoln Continental? A: The 1977 Lincoln Continental has a wheelbase size of 127.20 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1977 Lincoln Continental? A: The 1977 Lincoln Continental has a length of 233.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1977 Lincoln Continental? A: The 1977 Lincoln Continental has width of 79.70 and 80.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1977 Lincoln Continental cost when new?A: The 1977 Lincoln Continental cost approximately $9,475 to $9,636 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1977 Lincoln Continental? A: The 1977 Lincoln Continental was offered as a Hardtop Coupe, Sedan.Q: What tires did the 1977 Lincoln Continental have? A: The 1977 Lincoln Continental had KR78 x 15 SBR WSW tires.Q: How many vehicles did Lincoln produce in 1977? A: Lincoln produced 191,355 automobiles in 1977.Q: How many 1977 Continentals were produced? A: Lincoln produced 95,600 examples of the Continental in 1977.Q: What engines did the 1977 Lincoln Continental have? A: The 1977 Lincoln Continental had the following engine options: V 8 (6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L.) with 179 HP (131.744 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 329 Ft-Lbs (446 NM) @ 1600 RPM V 8 (7538 cc | 460.0 cu in. | 7.5 L.) with 208 HP (153.088 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 356 Ft-Lbs (483 NM) @ 2000 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1977 Lincoln Continental have? A: The 1977 Lincoln Continental had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual SelectShift, Automatic.