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1965 Lincoln Continental 4-Dr. Convertible

The Continental convertible was one of the last true luxury convertibles offered by an American manufacturer, featuring the famous suicide doors and a power-operated top. It served as the presidential limousine and symbolized American prestige during the mid-1960s.
Confidence 95%
5Y86N419858
8 Cyl. 430 Cu. In. 4-V Carb
Engine
4-Dr. Convertible
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Lincoln Continental

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code Y Wixom, MI
Model Code 86 Continental
Engine Code N 8 Cyl. 430 Cu. In. 4-V Carb
Serial Number 419858 Production #419858

Basic Information

MakeLincoln
ModelContinental
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Convertible
ManufacturerLincoln
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 430 Cu. In. 4-V Carb
Cylinders8
Displacement430 CID
Horsepower320 HP
Compression Ratio10.1:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceLincoln

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1961 through 1969
Headroom front39.0
Headroom rear38.4
Height54.2
Legroom front41.1
Legroom rear40.5
Length216.3
Nameplate origin1940
Wheelbase126.0
Width78.6

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)