It is just your opinion, not everyone agrees with yours. Rear seat legroom was increased and even luggage capacity was increased. Not Pucci or Blass or any known Designer Series. If I recall, we did several proposals and at the eleventh hour we pulled in a fiberglass car that was around. It isn't much for a big, heavy machine like this, but speed isn't the point here. In 1982 the horsepower of the fuel injected 302 was raised to 134. Needless to say, the funny looking taillights were changed. Ford Motor Company acquired Lincoln in 1922 after Lincoln went bankrupt.Lincoln became the luxury division of Ford Motor Company with it's own research and development (R&D) facility, it's own factories and sales organization. I have found over the years the best comments come from those with true The Givenchy Designer Series was dropped and the Pucci was now available in a two door as well as a four-door. Id take a VI over a VII in a hart beat. Between these two, I would favor the Mark VI simply because it starts easily By 1980, Gene and many others felt Cadillac had lost its luster. and he swore the Mopars ran so much better. However, being active duty USCG at the time with an imminent transfer to California made me leave mine in place. Perhaps if GM and Ford had aero-ed and de-broughamed their remaining RWD models c. 1985 they might have had broader appeal for somewhat longer, but by that time the rising generation wanted an E class and thought these were fuddy duddy. Add some lacy spoke 16 wheels from the VII/ Aero Panther, sticky tires and some addco sway bars, cut a coil off the front spring and adjust the ride height sensor out back. In some ways, the Mark VI is a forgotten car from the 1980s, caught between the grand Mark V, and the new 'aero' Mark VII in 1984--in many ways, it's the last Mark version of a traditional American . Ok, nuff said . A heavy vertical chrome accent (or a pair of thin ones) on an otherwise sleek design is a like visual barb. I easily conclude that the writer of the first article on the Lincoln Mark VI is what I call a coyote outside the camp fire circle. I like the Mark VI as well as I do like the Mark V. I simply love angularity. 327 vehicles matched Now showing page 1 of 22. Both engines were used on the 1980 Mark VI and both had Fords third generation computerized Electronic Engine Control. The Bill Blass was either Midnight Black uppers and lowers with French Vanilla body sides or French Vanilla uppers and lowers with black body sides. Design Analysis: Did The Lincoln Mark VI Have The Biggest Overhang Id prefer the Givenchy red and white complete with the oval opera window. Fat tony on the Simpsons has one. But of them all, the Mark VI coupe was unquestionably the worst-looking, in your author's opinion. Although I have always been a conservative driver, the only thing I didnt like about my Mark VI is the engine was really not powerful enough for that size car. i.e- tu-tone leather steering wheel, digital dash, different roof option 1982+ etc. By the early 1980s, the square look had run its course at Ford Motor Co. and by 1984 the new Mark VII showed the more rounded aero look ushered in by the 1982 Taurus and Sable. 2WD. But since my taste would run towards the 75-79 Connie, I basically regard the B/Cs and Panthers made between 1977-1991/2 or so as the best CAFE compromise vehicle. MK 4. It's clear that the Lincoln Continentals value may rise with time. Well Thanks for your time. Cornering ligjts. Excellent condition. The leather seating surfaces werein White with Midnight Blue accents or in all Midnight Blue. Seeing them exposed is the sign of a poorly maintained car/vacuum system. However the T-bird/Cougar was which shares a number of parts with the VII was introduced for 83 while the VII didnt show up until 84. Fax: 763.420.7849 They were called Touring Lamps, and they gave the car an air of exclusivity. For the 1984 model year, the Mark VI was replaced by the Continental Mark VII. When you first go out it will start right up and run fine, but after you run it awile turn it off then try to start it, it turns fine but will not start till it has set agood wile to be cold again, then it will start, it has the fuel pump in tank, I changed that, also the weather has no bearing on it, Thanks. 1983 Lincoln Mark VI Continental | Adventure Classic Cars Inc. There were 21 body colors offered on the Mark VI and seven were new. And, I like unique. Make Lincoln Model Mark Generation MKVI I feel I got a good deal since I do the work my self and the body and interior and drive train was mint. There was always a new Caddie parked next to it as he replaced those every two years out of habit. Also the ac and windows and 4 wheel drive didnt work. Yours is way lower in miles. Seats were leather. ), full . Petrizot@gmail.com, Would you consider selling it to me in California if so 820-234-1439 is by my number. If you are going to have an ugly car, go big or go home. Abandoning the slab-sided, straight-edged forms that Ford had favored for years, they first created a clay model and then a fiberglass model using very rounded, flowing forms, with flush glass and the strong, functional character of a European touring coupe. And that didnt come easy. The downsizing was forced upon them. Jack Kennedy was a friend of mine. Learn more. We'll get back to you soon. . Its like a pimpped town car. I guess my answer is that it probably would have been as ugly as everything else that came from Lincoln that year. Please follow the instructions below to enable JavaScript in your browser. 54768, Chippewa Falls, Chippewa County, WI. I continue to look for one that compares but have yet to find one. Along with its high degree of parts commonality with the Lincoln line (and mass-market vehicles such as the Ford LTD), allowing for the model line to be profitable, the Mark VI was to combine both luxury features and advanced technology. The interior was dark blue with light fawn bolsters. That is ridiculous in a RWD car, and certainly impacts such considerations as weight distribution. Keeps Losing Power. The sound of the doors opening and closing, same sound as a Fairmont of the same vintage made. I say that Blass earned his fees, if for no other reason, than by eliminating the opera window in the cars that came out under his label. The V wasnt a rocket either even with the big 460 and yes we do drive a lot faster here in Europe 90 mph mostly on highways. The Much Misunderstood Mark VI - Lincoln & Continental Owners Club Where did you find that picture and price, I want to look it up. The 1980-1981 Lincoln Mark VI Continental sold for $16,291 during its short-lived production period. The flames complement the Shelby nose and functioning hood and fender scoops. hey @83markvi, i was wondering if you purchased this car in southwest Virginia? Does that Mark VI really look like it cost twice as much as a Cordoba? Phone: 480-285-1600 Email: [email protected] Address: 7400 E Monte Cristo Ave Scottsdale, AZ 85260 . Note, an un-retouched photograph of the interior of my recently acquired 1982 Mark VI accompanies this text. But the 1983 and 1989 experiences you had were probably much better than the 1981-81 cars which were not without their powertrain issues. There are 55 Lincoln Mark Series for sale across all model years (1969 to 1998) and variants, 8 are Mark VI and 4 are model year 1982 . The 1982 Mark VI Bill Blass was an interesting change from previous years which were always dark blue and a lighter contrasting color. There was a Pastel French Vanilla specialty roof in Bayville textured vinyl. Ugly but Cool. The Pucci had a Light Fawn Metallic landau type vinyl top and uppers and Medium Fawn Metallic sides and lowersand moldings. Try some of the Lincoln clubs. If you look at the 2-door then Id go for one without the opera window it stretches the car. The Lincoln Mark VI, also known as the Continental Mark VI, was introduced for the 1980 model year as part of the Lincoln Mark Series. RELATED: A Detailed Look At The Lincoln Black Label Continental. Fax: 763.420.7849 The 1980 to 1983 Continental Mark VI series had more interior room than the the 1970s models, not to mention the vast electronical inventions, some of which were ahead of Cadillac. This Bill Blass Mark VI got red body pinstripes and red decorative belting on the leather-upholstered seats. Fuel economy far better. For a long time, I wondered who the heck Bill Blass was. So, the older these cars get, the more theyll cost. Mail To: lcoc@cornerstonereg.com, To contact us for questions regarding the club please visit our contact us page, Copyright 2017 Lincoln & Continental Owners Club - Web Site Design and Hosting by, National Meet Judging Form: Authenticity & Appearance, Major Trophies Primary & Senior Divisions, Philadelphia Region Newsletter Spring 2023, Lincoln Motor Car Heritage Museum Homecoming 2023. My point was that it was certainly possible to do a car of roughly that size following Mark V design cues and have it come out as a decent looking car. This Mark VI is powered by Ford's 5.0L V8, originally rated to produce a modest 130 horsepower and 230 pound-feet of torque, which flows to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. Did you resolve? I took the car from 22000 miles to 99000 miles when I then was able to buy the very last four door Thunderbirf to be produced. Less than 43,500 miles have been logged on this spectacular . Since it was the first year for the Mark VI four-door, Gene felt hed like to duplicate the four doors of his previous Cadillacs. Try changing that one if you havent already and see what that does. Lincoln four-door buyers now had a choice of the mid-sized . I distinctly recall the salesman underscoring Chryslers attention to detail by pointing out the beautifully finished chrome interiors of the Imperials headlight compartments in contrast to Lincolns unattractive, sloppy approach. I do remember Ford having a lawsuit against its new AOD transmission that would stall out in traffic when the lockup torque converter would engage and the dreadful VV carb issues also noted by PM and Consumer Guide auto series for the 1980 model year putting these and the other Panther car line on the do not recommend list. Actually, the 1980 model still offered buyers the full array of designer editions befitting such a (formerly) exclusive car, although soon Givenchy and Pucci would bail and Cartier would move up to the Town Car. Sure, the 81 Imperial only sold about 7,200 cars, but how much more popular was the two-door Mark? It was about this time that the personal luxury market started shifting in earnest to the German marques, and its not particularly difficult to understand why. I feel much the same about the 1980-89 Continental/Town Car. Even as a kid, I used to always notice this unflattering area in 70s and 80s Lincolns. In 1996, Gene made the decision to keep his Mark VI, instead of trading it off, because it is the last of the classic Lincoln Marks and it is as comfortable as any new car on the road today. Well pimped. A much more reliable new feature in 1980 was the keyless entry system which was standard on the Mark VI. 1981 Lincoln Continental Mark VI 2-Door (aut. Gene also finds that as the years pass, he gets more comments on the great looks and condition of his Mark VI and that reinforces his determination to keep the car and keep it in like new condition. Would you rather have a Chrysler K car with a 4-cylinder for $10,000 The Mark VI was not the Mark V. The perception of many, at the time, was that the Mark VI should be bigger than the Mark V, which was bigger than the Mark IV, which was bigger than the Mark III. 3 lighters and 4 ashtrays a smokers paradice. The interior was Academy Blue with either leather or cloth seats. 1982 Lincoln Continental Mark Vi DFW AIRPORT, TX | Hemmings Lincoln four-door buyers now had a choice of the mid-sized Versailles, Lincoln Continental, Lincoln Continental Town Car option, Continental Mark VI, and Mark VI Signature Series. I would often catch him standing in the window staring at it. Lee Iacocca had definitely left the building. Touch! The brand added hidden halogen headlamps to Mark VI, which improved its style. 1980 was the first year that the Continental Mark two-door was no longer a pillarless hardtop. Wheels were wire spoke aluminum. The Mark VI is rear-wheel drive with body-on-frame construction; it is fitted with coil-spring suspension on all four wheels. Be sure it has the 351 cid engine. This custom fastback is a one-off restomod and finished in Sunrise Red Pearl with Blue Pearl Ghost Flames. For 2004-2008 Ford F-150 & 2006-2008 Lincoln Mark LT 4WD Front Complete Struts (Fits: Lincoln Mark LT) $145.76. The Designer Series was only available in the two-door sedan in 1980. That would help the top-heaviness with the padded roof. Hope the repairs are coming along well, For some reason the Sticker for 1983 Lincoln M6 post did not show up. I have served in a middle management position in the auto industry and was privy to purchase a hand me down one year mark driven by a large automotive corp president. Goodused panels for this door are not easy to come by and you will probably end up respraying the door panel you do find tomatch the rest of your cars interior.