Lincoln Continental Stretch Limousine, Used by Various Dignitaries in New York City and Chicago, 1964-1965
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Ford Motor Company and coachbuilder Lehmann-Peterson stretched and modified this 1964 Lincoln Continental for Pope Paul VI to use on his 1965 visit to New York City. The removable roof panel allowed the pontiff to stand and wave to crowds, while step plates and handrails accommodated security personnel. Later, the limousine served as an official parade car in Chicago.
Ford Motor Company and coachbuilder Lehmann-Peterson stretched and modified this 1964 Lincoln Continental for Pope Paul VI to use on his 1965 visit to New York City. The removable roof panel allowed the pontiff to stand and wave to crowds, while step plates and handrails accommodated security personnel. Later, the limousine served as an official parade car in Chicago.
Artifact
Automobile
Date Made
1964-1965
Keywords
United States, New York, New York
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Lincoln Continental automobile
Anders, William A. (William Alison), 1933-
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2016.49.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Apex Foundation.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Copper alloy
Aluminum (Metal)
Chrome steel
Rubber (Material)
Glass (Material)
Cloth
Leather
Plastic
Acrylic (Plastic)
Wood (Plant material)
Paint (Coating)
Varnish
Color
Black (Color)
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Length: 250.313 in
Inscriptions
on each side of front, above the tire: EXECUTIVE LIMOSINE / BY / LEHMANN-PETERSON on each side of back, on fin: Continental
Specifications
Make & Model: 1964 Lincoln Continental Limousine
Maker: Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, and Lehmann-Peterson, Chicago, Illinois
Engine: V-8, overhead valves, 430 cubic inches
Transmission: 3-speed automatic
Height: 65 inches
Wheelbase: 160 inches
Width: 84 inches
Overall length: 252 inches
Horsepower: 320 at 4600 revolutions per minute
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