Car & Classic Dealer

Ivor Bleaney of The New Forest

Hampshire, UK

1963 Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine For Sale

With Coachwork by Hess & Eisenhardt appointed coachbuilder to the White House. In 1961, after the election of J. F. Kennedy, the White House commissioned a new presidential Lincoln limousine, specifying it to be a convertible and having large doors for maximum ease of access. A new Lincoln chassis was delivered to Hess & Eisenhardt U. S. A. to be stretched and modified appropriately. Being well qualified to carry out the conversion, having built their first presidential limousine for Harry S Truman in the late 1940s and a succession of vehicles for US presidents thereafter. Archive photographs held by the Muse Automobile des Voitures de Chefs dtat at the Chteau de Montjalin, Avallon show the Lincoln in use on numerous trips abroad. President Kennedy was riding in the original car when he was assassinated in Dallas on 22nd November 1963. BUILT TO SPECIAL ORDER BY THE PRESIDENTIAL COACH-BUILDER, THIS PARTICULAR LINCOLN LIMOUSINE ROLLED OUT OF THE HESS AND EISENHARDT SPECIALIST COACH BUILDERS IN MARCH 1963 AHEAD OF HIS ASSASSINATION IN NOVEMBER OF THAT YEAR, BEING THE SAME AS THE 1961 CAR IN WHICH THE PRESIDENT WAS ACTUALLY ASSASSINATED, photographs of the build are available with the car. The Y82 chassis number indicates that it is a production limousine. As was the car that JFK was assassinated in, this car also has the same specifications being equipped with grab handles on the boot for bodyguards, extended rear platform, Presidential flags on each wing, flashing Red lights on the front bumper. Being purchased by the founder of the Musee automobile des voitures de chefs dEtat, and formed the centrepiece of the collection. Who subsequently restored the car completely renewing all the interior, overhauling the engine, automatic gearbox, brakes and exhaust system all at great expense, invoices on file and only covered 650 km since. Now UK registered with a new MOT and in excellent mechanical condition throughout. OFFERS INVITED IN THE REGION OF £80, 000. PART EXCHANGE CONSIDERED. This is our own car and not a commission sale.

This advert has now been removed through sale or otherwise.
Please see the list below for similar live adverts.

Similar Adverts

1949 Lincoln Cosmopolitan • Over $175,000 invested • Started off as an all original, rust free ’49 Lincoln • Removed body from frame, took body down to bare metal and refinished in BMW Marraskesh Brown metallic with white top • All stainless and chrome has been restored • Original Lincoln 337 ...

27 Feb 2024
United States

Absolutely stunning Austin Healey 3000 mk2 in black. An export model to the USA, then bought back to the UK and converted to right hand drive. A supplied heritage certificate gives all the correct details for this car. I am a professional, fully qualified vehicle mechanic of 40 years, so you can be assured this Healey ...

81,250
2 Feb 2024
Kent
Private

Very well maintained CV8 MARK 1 - so extremely rare. All parts including engine (completely rebuild), gearbox, breaks, cooler and many other car elements were renewed - bills of more than 40.000? available. The Jensen now drives very well, no overheating in summer. Even though the price is at the higher end, the quality ...

98,000
14 Mar 2024
Germany
Private

Motors Corner presents this 1963 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso for sale: This magnificent Ferrari 250 GT coupé Lusso was produced in 1963, the 30th example to roll off the Maranello production lines, and is chassis 4417, engine 4417, matching numbers chassis, engine and rear axle. The Lusso, the luxury version of the 250 GT, was ...

33,725
26 Mar 2024
France

1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V 4D Hardtop Sedan Now for sale this Lincoln Continental 4Door Hardtop Sedan from the model year 1960 This Lincoln is already partially restored, rust free and a lot of restoration work has already been done.But to complete the restoration, the Lincoln still needs some love and attention.That's ...

76,039
23 Feb 2024
Germany

1948 Lincoln Continental Convertible V12 The Lincoln Continental was an idea of Edsel Ford and was designed by the Chief Designer from Ford.In 1940 this car was launched as an exclusive, luxury, handmade car for the upper class.The Continental was choosen by The Museum of Modern Art as one of the eight automotive artworks.In ...

95,326
23 Feb 2024
Germany

AUSTIN COOPER ‘S’ MK 1 1293cc Ex Cooper Car Company Team Car 4420 PF Collectors/investment grade with complete history file and confirmed provenance. Accurate, exacting, detailed and meticulous recommissioning undertaken by one of the foremost mini specialists, (established 1978 and twice Benson & Hedges Concours ...

17,240
18 Feb 2024
Staffordshire
Private

Fully restored, matching numbers Series 1 e-type fixed head coupe in excellent condition. Drives and pulls really well. Fastidiously maintained. Imported from California in 2016. I am the only UK owner.<br><br>

12,500
6 Feb 2024
Essex
Private

You deserve the Best ? You want the Best ? The BEST on the market is there. You don't believe me ? Find me another one 100% complete and period correct and I will give you 1.000€. Find me another one with a complete frame-off restoration and fully mechanically overhauled, 100% documented, and you will get ...

1,500
28 Mar 2024
France
Private

1963 JAGUAR E-TYPE SERIES 1 MAKE: Jaguar MODEL: E-Type Series 1 Roadster ENGINE: 3.8L GEAR: Manual MILEGE: 21,093 km HIGHLIGHTS: The original run of the Jaguar E-Type, known as the Series 1, are some of the most desirable E-Types. They are notable for their evolution throughout their production run. Early ...

21,093
20 Mar 2024
United Arab Emirates
Private

1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V 2D Coupe 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V Here we offer you a 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V one of the finest coupés of the 70s The interior is in a extraordinary good condition and very comfortable as it should be for a very luxurious Lincoln ContinentalThe paintwork and the chrome has ...

35,602
22 Feb 2024
Germany

JAGUAR E Type 3.8 1963 with 43750 miles or 70000 kms, in its original condition and with its second owner for over 30 years. The car has never been restored but preserved. It was only repainted in its color a few years ago. It also has a good solid undercarriage without any rust as there is no rust anywhere on the car. Mechanically ...

70,000
11 Mar 2024
Greece
Private

1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V Convertible The 1960'r Lincoln Continental Convertible is seen by many as the biggest car ever built. This car can very well be seen as the ultimate American highway cruiser and it comes from the golden days of tail fins and perfectly styled headlights.The Lincoln was more expensive than ...

93,986
22 Feb 2024
Germany

In still very original condition, it underwent a thorough mechanical overhaul including a general overhaul of the engine. Everything is in good working order, including the Overdrive and Free Wheel system, which provides a very pleasant and smooth ride on the road. A rare opportunity to have a “different” car with ...

22 Feb 2024
Portugal

For collectors of automotive masterpieces! Immerse yourself in the elegance of bygone days with this rare gem of automotive history. This Bentley S3 Continental DHC ,a true icon of luxury and sophistication is seeking a new owner who appreciates the beauty and style of this timeless classic. With only a few examples ...

47,129
17 Feb 2024
Spain
Private

1971 Lincoln Continental Mark III low mileage We present you here an exceptionally neat '71 Lincoln Mark III in very good condition.The paint is in a very nice condition and is very attractive in combination with the brown vinyl roof.The chrome is also in good condition.The interior is in very good condition and looks ...

25,391
16 Feb 2024
Germany