Lincoln Zephyr, Mark I-VI and Continental: Books - History
A book on Lincoln Zephyr, Mark I-VI or Continental cars? Explore here illustrated books on the history, types and construction of Lincoln cars.
Lincoln (1949-1960) - Brooklands Portfolio
Brooklands Portfolio book about the Lincoln models from the years 1949-1960. Describes the Lincoln Cosmopolitan, Capri, Continental Mk II, III, IV and V.
The articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.
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180 pages, 27 x 20 x 1.1 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.43 in, paperback
From Henry Leland's earliest Lincolns to the magnificent V-12's and Edsel Ford's Continental, a collection of photos that demonstrate the elegance of one of America's most prestigious automobiles. Features factory and custom-built bodies. Phtographs from the Detroit Public Library's National Automotive History Collection.
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Author:
Mark A. Patrick
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128 pages, 21.5 x 26 x 0.9 cm / 8.5 x 10.25 x 0.35 in, paperback
Edsel Ford and E.T.Gregorie - The Remarkable Design Team and Their Classic Fords of the 1930s and 1940s
The Remarkable Design Team and Their Classic Fords of the 1930s and 1940s The relationship that developed between Edsel Ford and E.T. "Bob" Gregorie (Ford Motor Company's first design chief) was unique in automotive history. Gregorie leaned heavily on Edsel for his support and protection, and Edsel depended on Gregorie for his creative abilities. This is the first book to provide in-depth analysis of how the early Fords, Mercurys and Lincolns were designed. Based on first hand discussions with Gregorie, author Henry Dominguez covers every major design of Gregorie's career.
Automotive historians have listed the 1936 Zephyr, 1938 Zephyr, and 1939 Continental as Gregorie's greatest achievements. This book details the hows and whys of every Ford product designed under his tutelage.
Contents: - Foreword - Preface - Introduction 1) Mr. Gregorie and Mr. Ford - Designer and Patron 2) Ford Hires a Designer - "I've Been in Body Design - at Brewster" 3) Edsel Ford - Styling Executive 4) The Ford Model Y - Gregorie's First Ford Design 5) The 1933 and 1934 Fords - "Like a Man's Face" 6) The Continental Car I - "Long, Low, and Rakish" 7) The Continental Car II - Lower and Longer 8) The 1936 Lincoln-Zephyr - "The First Successfully - Streamlined Car in America" 9) The Continental Car III - "I Like Right-Hand-Drive Cars" 10) The Ford Design Department - "Anything the Boy Wants" 11) The 1935 - 1937 Fords - Years of Transition 12) The 1938 Lincoln-Zephyr - "It's Going to Ruin Us" 13) The 1939 Lincoln-Zephyr - Continental - "The Most Beautiful Car - in the World" 14) The 1938 - 1940 Fords - "From an Old Car to a New Car" 15) The 1939 Mercury - "Just a Stylized Ford" 16) The 1941 - 1948 Fords and - Mercurys - "That Hangdog Look" 17) Postwar Development - "A Little Ford and a Big Ford" 18) The 1949 Mercury and Lincoln - The Last Hurrah 19) The End of an Era - "...An Extended Vacation" - Bibliography - Index - About the Author
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Author:
Henry Dominguez
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333 pages, 24 x 26.5 x 3.2 cm / 9 x 10.4 x 1.26 in, hardback
Illustrations:
profusely illustrated
Publisher:
SAE International (USA, 1999)
ISBN:
9780768004007
Edsel Ford and E.T.Gregorie - The Remarkable Design Team and Their Classic Fords of the 1930s and 1940s
Covers Lincoln, Continental, Zephyr, Edsel and Mercury 1939-1959, a pictorial history, with the emphasis on close-up details. Lots of useful information. Over 200+ B&W photos. Great reference and restorers guide. Smart addition to your auto library.
Lincoln's heritage is as rich as that of any car built anywhere in the world, and more impressive than all but a few. The Continental produced in the 1940s was one of the first cars to be universally recognized by classic car cognoscenti. The list of Lincoln-built cars in the postwar era certified with classic - or comparable "milestone" - status by various sanctioning bodies is likewise lengthy. The Mark II tops that list, but the slab-sided Continental sedans of the 1960s led the industry in design, and the forthcoming Mark 9 promises to continue the tradition.
In recent years, Lincoln has risen from an also-ran in the sales race to a leadership role opposite arch-rival Cadillac. Today, it is vying for preeminence in what has suddenly become an international market. Along the way, the cars have been unfailingly interesting, frequently magnificent and - in several instances - quite literally legends in their own time. This book tells the whole post-war Lincoln story.
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Author:
Thomas E. Bonsall
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240 pages, 26 x 18.5 x 2.2 cm / 10.25 x 7.3 x 0.87 in, hardback
The postwar years of Ford Motor Company's Lincoln Motor Car Division. Featured are the postwar version of Edsel Ford's Continental, Cosmopolitan, Capri, Premiere, and the revived Continental autos. Photos from the Detroit Public Library's National Automotive History Collection.
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Author:
Mark A. Patrick
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128 pages, 21.5 x 26 x 0.8 cm / 8.5 x 10.25 x 0.31 in, paperback
The Lincoln Versailles Book 1977-1980 - The Personal Lincoln
A new breed of Lincoln arrived in the spring of 1977. This new "international sized" Lincoln was Ford's response to increasing competition from European luxury makes and the successful introduction of the Cadillac Seville. It was also a response to consumers' demands for more fuel efficient cars during a decade of oil embargoes, rising gasoline prices and federally mandated CAFE standards.
Despite its meager origins, the Lincoln Versailles offered superb comfort and convenience in the luxury compact class. Following Cadillac's lead with the Seville, Lincoln priced the Versailles higher than the rest of the line. In this book, read about the history, compare facts and features, browse through media kits and brochures, see dealer product comparisons, view customized models, and even build a paper model.
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Author:
James Kaster
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146 pages, 28 x 21.5 cm / 11 x 8.5 in, paperback
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numerous colour photos
Publisher:
Lulu Press, Inc. (USA, 2011)
ISBN:
9781257375370
The Lincoln Versailles Book 1977-1980 - The Personal Lincoln
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