Lincoln Continental: 2016 Revival

[Turbo]

I actually think it's quite handsome, but my dad thinks it's too old-lady ish. From a side view, it kind of looks like the new Volvo S90.

 

[psntomaz]

i agree. Huge problem with huge percent of todays cars, especially american.

I still wonder where did originality get lost?

Blame The Gov. and Pedestrian/Crash Safety requirements

 

[Omnis]

That looks quite good.

 

[Panoz]

Its all about Details. Take the simplest thing and make it your own. it creates a smooth side having Hidden Handles like that.

I agree with you there.

Personally, the Concept model did a better job by placing the handle into the window trim. The production model tried to evoke that design by having the handle up high on the door.

Anyway, I like what I'm seeing now.

 

[Turbo]

Anyone know the MSRP for the new Continental?

 

[YSSMAN]

Anyone know the MSRP for the new Continental?

Since the MKS kicks off in the low $40k range with a lot of options taken off, and assuming that these are going to come with more/better standard options, fair bet is probably just short of $50k. A model like what they'll have on display at the show (likely a top-trim), I wouldn't be surprised if it were more than $60k... But pack more equipment per dollar than the 5er and E-Class.

 

[VXR]

That's one classy interpretation of American design. I really like it, especially the door handle positioning.

 

[TVR27]

I think it looks like a Ford Fusion with some chrome.

 

[Neddo]

now throw in V8 and call it a sleeper.

 

[Grandea GTR]

I think it looks like a Ford Fusion with some chrome.

Don't see the resemblance.

 

[Tornado]

Probably the intended image.

That isn't overtly original, either.

Yes it was. Everyone remembers the early 1960s Continental (and the somewhat similar Bullet T-Bird), mostly because it looked nothing like any of its competitors. Not a lot of people remember the knockoffs Chrysler put together a few years later, and the only thing GM had that was remotely similar was the original Riviera.

 

[BKGlover]

I am disappointed by the transition, but it is a good looking car still. That said, I can still see the Taurus in it, and that's what kills me.

 

[TenEightyOne]

Ghastly, looks like the lovechild of a Maserati Quattroporte and a Ford Mondeo.

EDIT: Mondeo = Fusion?

 

[CodeRedR51]

now throw in 6.5 V8...

Who comes up with a number like that?

 

[BKGlover]

EDIT: Mondeo = Fusion?

I believe it is, Wikipedia has been wrong before though.

 

[Grandea GTR]

I believe it is, Wikipedia has been wrong before though.

Yes, the current-gen Fusion is based on the Mondeo. Just, we don't get the wagon variant because the US hates wagons, along with many other things.

 

[Omnis]

Oh my god, is that the real rear? Those lights... Well, I'm going to pass them as soon as I see them on the road.

 

[Neddo]

Who comes up with a number like that?

no more 6.5 now

 

[Grandea GTR]

no more 6.5 now

The thing is, it would quite a waste of money for Ford to create something like a 6.5L, as they already have other V8 engines.

 

[Neddo]

The thing is, it would quite a waste of money for Ford to create something like a 6.5L, as they already have other V8 engines.

Or they could use engine from Ford GT.

But small possibility for a high performance version

 

[VXR]

Yes it was. Everyone remembers the early 1960s Continental (and the somewhat similar Bullet T-Bird), mostly because it looked nothing like any of its competitors. Not a lot of people remember the knockoffs Chrysler put together a few years later, and the only thing GM had that was remotely similar was the original Riviera.

They remember it because it happened to be the best interpretation of that style; the Chrysler Imperial and Ford Galaxie of 1963 didn't look a million miles away from its overall body shape. What was overtly original about it? It's a mostly square-edged design with nice details, but it wasn't so out there that it stood alone, without imitators. In 1955, Citroen launched the DS and that was a truly original design amongst its contemporaries.

 

[BKGlover]

At this point in automotive history, I think something being truly original is nearly impossible. We've been making boxes on wheels for 100 years now, pretty much everything has been covered. Unique though, that's doable, but a lot of companies do go far with it. The most unique company out there that I can see is Morgan.

 

[CodeRedR51]

Or they could use engine from Ford GT.

But small possibility for a high performance version

Ford GT uses 3.5L TT V6 similar to F-150, Taurus SHO, etc.

 

[RandomCarGuy17]

Or they could use engine from Ford GT.

But small possibility for a high performance version

Sorry Neddo, but I doubt Lincoln has a high performance model in mind for this car. The older continentals never had a high performance version, I don't see why they would start now.

 

[Northstar]

I don't see why they would start now.

Because performance luxury cars are a growing segment.

 

[Robin]

Anyone else getting an Infiniti vibe? Melt it a bit more and you'll get a Q50.

 

[CodeRedR51]

Anyone else getting an Infiniti vibe? Melt it a bit more and you'll get a Q50.

Nah.

 

[psntomaz]

Sorry Neddo, but I doubt Lincoln has a high performance model in mind for this car. The older continentals never had a high performance version, I don't see why they would start now.

Performance is not what Lincoln is about. Having Moderate HP?, yes. Having the ability to hang with a Z28 on VIR?, NO... thats what Cadillac needs to get off they heads.. This is Simple American Luxury. Flashy, Bold, Having Road Presence. Quite, Smooth, and Comfy.

 

[RandomCarGuy17]

Performance is not what Lincoln is about. Having Moderate HP?, yes. Having the ability to hang with a Z28 on VIR?, NO... thats what Cadillac needs to get off they heads.. This is Simple American Luxury. Flashy, Bold, Having Road Presence. Quite, Smooth, and Comfy.

Indeed, that's why I doubt Lincoln would pull something like that with the continental; I figured that Lincoln is trying to stick with what they use to be about. I mean, I love performance luxury sedans like the Cadillac CTS-V and BMW M5, but I know that isn't in Lincoln's nature.

Although, I guess they could change, but I wouldn't know.

 

[VXR]

Twin turbo, torquey V12 with whisper quiet tuning would suit the flagship for this car. A grunty V8 wouldn't so much.