1961 Lincoln Continental 4-Dr. Continental Sedan
The completely redesigned 1961 Continental sedan introduced the iconic rear-hinged 'suicide doors' that would define Lincoln luxury for the entire decade.
Confidence
95%
1Y82H400299
8 Cyl. 430 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Continental Sedan
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
Source: Ford Master Parts Catalog (Lincoln/Mercury); Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1961 Lincoln Continental
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | Y | Wixom, MI |
| Model Code | 82 | Continental |
| Engine Code | H | 8 Cyl. 430 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 400299 | Production #400299 |
Basic Information
MakeLincoln
ModelContinental
Year1961
Body Style4-Dr. Continental Sedan
ManufacturerLincoln
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 430 C.I.
Cylinders8
Displacement430 CID
Horsepower300 HP
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceLincoln
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1961 through 1969
Headroom front33.5
Headroom rear33.4
Height53.5
Legroom front44.2
Legroom rear40.6
Length212.4
Nameplate origin1940
Wheelbase123.0
Width78.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)