1965 Lincoln Continental
A new grille and parking lights are mounted as a single unit in the
front fenders and the lines of the new front grille form one horizontal
unit on the 1965 Lincoln Continental. The rear styling evolved into an
uncluttered look with a clean sweep of metal framed by new ribbed
taillights. Inside the interior scheme reflects attention to detail.
Upholstery was available in new Moire fabric, new leathers and
traditional wool broadcloth while carpets are molded door-to-door in one
seamless piece.
The Continental was America's only 4-door convertible provides the
interior space and comfort of the 4-door sedan with the ease and luxury
of an automatic convertible. Along with its four center-opening doors
and the largest rear passenger compartment of any convertible made.
Convertible tops came in black, white, blue or tan.
1965 Lincoln Continental Production and Specifications
Model Number
Body/Style Number
Body Type & Seating
Factory Price
Shipping Weight
Total Production
Continental Series
82
53A
4-dr Sedan - 6P
$6,292
5,075 lbs
36,824
86
74A
4-dr Convertible - 6P
$6,798
5,475 lbs
3,356
Chassis Data
Model
Wheelbase
Overall Length
Width
Front Tread
Rear Tread
Tires
Continental
126 in
216.3 in
78.6 in
-
-
9.15 x 15
Vin Number Decoding - 1965 Lincoln
Location: Stamped on the right inner fender apron under hood.
First Symbol - Model Year
5 = 1965
Second Symbol - Assembly Plant
Y = Wixom, MI.
Third & Fourth Symbol - Body Series
82 = Continental Sedan
86 = Continental Convertible
Fifth Symbol - Engine
N = 430 - V8
K = 430 - V8
Last Six Symbols - Production Sequence
Starting at 400001
1965 Lincoln Options and Accessories
Description
Description
Turbo-Drive Automatic Transmission
430 cid V8
Air Conditioner
Heater
Power Steering
Dual Exhaust
Vinyl Roof
Power Trunk Lock
Individually Adjustable Front Seats
Visor Vanity Mirror
Trip Ododmeter
Transistorized Radio with Rear Speaker
Undercoating
Padded Instrument Panel
Defroster
6-way Power Seats
Power Radio Antenna
Remote Control Outside Rearview Mirror
Power Brakes
Carpeting
Windshield Washer
Power Door Locks
Automatic Headlight Dimmer
Emergency Flasher
AM/FM Push-button Radio
Speed Control
Movable Steering Wheel
Special Leather Trim
Tinted Glass
Door Edge Guards
Closed Crankcase Emission Reduction System
Directed Power Differential
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