1961 Lincoln Continental 4-Dr. Continental Convertible
The 1961 Continental convertible became the first four-door convertible sedan offered by an American luxury car manufacturer since 1951.
Confidence
95%
1Y86H414843
8 Cyl. 430 C.I.
Engine
4-Dr. Continental Convertible
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Lincoln Continental
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | Y | Wixom, MI |
| Model Code | 86 | Continental |
| Engine Code | H | 8 Cyl. 430 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 414843 | Production #414843 |
Basic Information
MakeLincoln
ModelContinental
Year1961
Body Style4-Dr. Continental Convertible
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)