1962 Lincoln Continental 4-Dr. Continental Sedan
The 1962 Continental sedan continued the iconic second-generation design with its distinctive rear-hinged suicide doors.
Confidence
95%
2Y82H427611
8 Cyl. 430 C.I. 2 BC
Engine
4-Dr. Continental Sedan
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Pre-Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Lincoln Continental
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Plant Code | Y | Wixom, MI |
| Model Code | 82 | Continental |
| Engine Code | H | 8 Cyl. 430 C.I. 2 BC |
| Serial Number | 427611 | Production #427611 |
Basic Information
MakeLincoln
ModelContinental
Year1962
Body Style4-Dr. Continental Sedan
ManufacturerLincoln
EraPre-Muscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 430 C.I. 2 BC
Cylinders8
Displacement430 CID
Carburetor2 BC
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceLincoln mercury
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1961 through 1969
Headroom front33.5
Headroom rear33.4
Height53.7
Legroom front44.2
Legroom rear46.3
Length213.0
Nameplate origin1940
Wheelbase123.0
Width78.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)