1961 Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine with Customized Convertible Roof Options, 1961

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Artifact Overview

As originally built, the 1961 Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine had three different roof options. A removable steel section provided privacy, clear plastic sections provided weather protection, and a completely open top gave the president maximum visibility. The plastic panels fit neatly into the trunk and were available whenever needed. None of the removable tops was armored.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Photographic print

Subject Date

1961

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

P.B.82137

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Gelatin silver process

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 10 in
Width: 8 in

1961 Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine with Customized Convertible Roof Options, 1961