The 1958–1960 Lincolns and Lincoln Continentals were the largest American passenger cars produced since World War II, as they were built on a 131-inch wheelbase and had an overall length of 229-inches. The Mark III Convertible tips the scales at an impressive 4,928 pounds, and only 3,048 were produced.

The design is typically credited to John Najjar, although a junior designer named Larry Shinoda, later famed for his work on the 1963 Corvette Stingray, contributed to the design. The Lincolns were built at Ford Motor Company’s Wixom, Michigan, plant, together with the second-generation Thunderbirds.

The Mark III was all new for 1958, it is a unibody construction featuring an all-steel body with welded double panel doors. The newly styled bodywork featured bullet-shaped moldings and additional trim that lowered and lengthened the vehicles appearance. Mechanically, the Mark III experienced a major boost in power over its predecessor, with a new 430-cid OHV V-8 engine that was able to produce 375 horsepower. The power is transmitted to the rear wheels through a three-speed Turbo Drive automatic transmission. Other mechanical features include: four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes, independent front suspension with coil springs, wishbones and a live rear axle with leaf springs.

The Lincoln is finished in white with a black convertible top, rear fender skirts and whitewall tires. The interior is finished elegantly in red, white and black. All the right options were selected, power top, brakes, windows and steering; Town & Country AM/FM radio and air conditioning. This vehicle is an original California car that still has its original set of keys, parade boot and build sheet.