Remarkably rare as one of just 2,195 units originally produced, this top-line 1959 Lincoln Continental Mark IV Convertible carried a stratospheric $7,056 price when new, befitting its regal stature. Abundant standard features included fender skirts, six-way power seat, tinted glass, radio with dual speakers, remote driver’s side mirror, power top, power windows, power vent windows; power steering and brakes.

Uniquely, the power convertible top incorporated a retractable glass rear window. A single control quickly converts this wonderful automobile from closed to opened. A motor-driven rear deck panel opens wide. The soft-top folds away and the rear deck panel silently closes, leaving the smooth, unbroken lines without the usual cloth bundled behind the rear seat. The standard powerplant was a 430-cid, 350-hp V-8 engine with four-barrel carburetion and paired to an automatic transmission.

This example is finished in white with a complementary black and white interior; the soft-top is black. The lavish interior has seats and carpet that are reported to be like new. The paint, chrome and door fit are all said to be excellent. The Lincoln has its original undercoated undercarriage and the engine bay is also nicely detailed and exhibits the proper hardware in this compartment.

When new, the Mark IV Lincoln was lauded as a special way to enjoyment, much like the thrill of landing one’s own aircraft or the fun of a gala weekend party. The excitement, pleasure and fun of the Mark IV Convertible are indeed a special enjoyment that is all the more exceptional when one considers this car is now approaching 60 years old.