The Lincoln Continental Concept made its world debut on March 30 at the New York International Auto Show, then was featured at Auto Shanghai 2015 in April.
“The 75th anniversary celebration of the Lincoln Continental at the Dayton Concours d’Elegance is a perfect place to showcase the new, reimagined Lincoln Continental Concept,” said Dave Rivers, manager, Lincoln marketing. “This event celebrates the proud past of the Lincoln Continental while strongly indicating the brand’s direction.”
The Continental Concept signals the arrival of a new face for Lincoln with a sleek silhouette and a new centered chrome grille detailed with a raised Lincoln badge surrounded by a span of repeating polished aluminum Lincoln Star emblems.
E-Latch door handles are integrated in the vehicle beltline to enable a clean vehicle body side. This solution also provides for elegant entry. The doors open effortlessly with the touch of a button positioned on the underside of the door handle wings and cinch quietly closed.
Signature full-width tail lamps feature advanced light-through-chrome technology. LED matrix head lamps with laser-assist high beams reduce glare and improve visibility.
Rhapsody Blue metallic paint calls back Lincoln Continental’s signature color.
Inside are an array of sensual materials, including Venetian leather seat and door panels, Alcantara® seat inserts and armrests, satin headliner and shearling wool carpeting. Rose gold trim around the instrument cluster provides warmth. Bright chrome trim on the instrument panel adds contrast.
Patented 30-way Lincoln-designed seats use a new-to-market design that conforms to passengers’ sizes and shapes. The passenger-side rear seat can fully recline by moving the front passenger seat forward with the touch of a button.
From a panel mounted on the through-center console, rear passengers also can control climate settings and the Revel Ultima audio system, which allows passengers to select from three surround-sound modes: Stereo, Audience and On-Stage.
Rear-seat comfort is further highlighted by a tinting sunroof, which allows passengers to control heat from direct sunlight. With the touch of a button, the glass darkens and can cool the vehicle interior by as much as 18 degrees Fahrenheit, while blocking 99 percent of UV rays.
Rear-seat passengers also enjoy the convenience of a tablet-supporting lap tray that deploys from the through-center console. Under the skin, the Continental Concept is powered by a Lincoln-exclusive 3.0-liter V6 EcoBoost engine. It rides on polished-aluminum, painted-pocket 21-inch wheels.
(SUBHEAD) Lincoln Continental heritage
Under the direction of Edsel Ford, designer E.T. “Bob” Gregorie conceived the original Continental design by modifying a Lincoln Zephyr with more elegant proportions. Renowned for its long hood and clean side panels, it has been hailed as one of the most beautiful cars of all time.
The original Lincoln Continental (Mark I) was delivered for Edsel Ford’s personal use while he vacationing in Florida in March of 1939. In October of 1939, Lincoln Continental was introduced as a 1941 model.
The concours, presented by AAA Allied Group, is limited to 200 antique and classic automobiles and motorcycles, all displayed on the grounds of Carillon Historical Park in Dayton. The cars and motorcycles will be judged for awards in 30 classes. In addition, a number of specialty awards are presented,
For more information, go to www.daytonconcours.com or contact Concours Chair Skip Peterson at 937-293-2819 or mgbskip@aol.com.
To nominate an automobile, contact Mike Edgerton at 937-866-2222 or autoedge@sbcglobal.net. To nominate a motorcycle, contact Dan Thornton at 937-432-9696 or dan.thornton@aol.com. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Samantha Redden at 937-293-2841 or sredden@daytonhistory.org.
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