We Bought A Rare Original 1962 Lincoln Continental Sight Unseen - Then Broke Down Part 1

[@DeBerti]

What motor should we put in it?!

[@lukefolken1597]

Ford godzilla would be sweet.

[@federicguzman8598]

Dont ruin this gem have the motor rebuilt the value is that much more if the car was a rat then you should modify it that car is to complete 😢

[@wilburfinnigan2142]

That engine is like a 461 or something....replace it with a 460 if you don't rebuilt what is there !!!!

[@joeporinchak6013]

A 7.3 diesel would be an absolute riot in that old barge

[@papabearof3]

a godzilla with a 10 speed trans and don't forget to bag it BTW I am from Wilmington

[@charleswhitten3441]

Full frame-off restoration. You will be amazed at how much you'll appreciate it and how it runs & drives. Not everything you own has to be a racecar.

[@jameswallace5059]

"Not everything you own has to be a racecar" -- exactly!

[@jaysonaustralia6923]

Couldn’t agree more.

[@Alwhite1929]

They are uni-body so no frame.

[@charleswhitten3441]

@@Alwhite1929 let's not split hair and get technical, you know exactly what I mean. It can still be restored and be an excellent car.

[@madkidd00000007]

You’d be amazed how bad they run with original drivetrains if you actually owned one

[@domenicm3083]

Full restoration for sure keep it original

[@CyberDocUSA]

That original lacquer thinner paint is awesome as is the suicide door! I remember those when I was a kid and only saw ONE in real life. I'm kinda partial to keeping the original paint and as much of the interior as possible. This is a rare gem and will turn heads when cruising.

[@kennetpedersen256]

I would restore the car and the engine so its all original. You really hit the jackpot on this one.

[@DeBerti]

What’s your favorite classic car?

[@billsmith6309]

My favorite part was when you got the butt hurt look on your face when you seen the rust. Your dad clearly understands nothing is ever going to be perfect. Excellent find though.

[@mikemaccracken3112]

That is a 430 cubic inch V8. Their is a company here in named Baker Auto in Putnam,Connecticut that specializes Lincoln’s from that era. Brad they have everything for that car.

[@scottburrow8717]

68 camero. Anything the year I was born. 68 chevelle 68 C-10. Lol.

[@mattwheaton7621]

1970 Chevelle. 454

[@jaredpratt9733]

70s Oldsmobile 442

[@tygockley1292]

Don’t modify it pull that engine bring it to a motor builder and have them redo it. Keep it all 0G it’s a survivor car it’s probably worth more than $40,000 as a survivor.

[@jameswallace5059]

Cleanly restored maybe $140,000

[@michaelcrebbin7328]

That Lincoln is an awesome find Looking forward to the next part of the build 👍👍

[@GreenEggsAndGraham]

I couldn't even finish without commenting..this is my dream car. Happy for you guys, as I know you'll enjoy it!

[@danakibby627]

The knocking in engine when your Dad drove away the second time was timing knock! I would guess the timing is off and possible it jumped time and needs a chain and gears! The oil spraying ? The smoke is probably valve seals

[@claztube]

I just got wind of your channel thanks to the YT suggestion and I'm now a subber and I can't wait to see what comes next. This is a diamond in the rough.

[@harolddavis2580]

Beautiful car I sincerely hope that you will restore her to her former glory that was a fabulous beautiful in it's day and it would be a shame to not have her as ALL ORIGINAL

[@howiefeltersnatcher]

Stick with ford power plant (coyote/10 speed transmission) No Ls!!update suspension with all updated parts with bags either black or white or you could stick with original pant but throw your guys touch would be a great project for you and your pops Keep up the videos

[@000302lf]

That would have came with a 430 CID I think. Not a very impressive engine, terrible gas millage I don't remember seeing one with even a four barrel carb from the factory. My suggestion would be a 460 or a new Godzilla and a 10 speed. I'm a bit of a purest so I would stay with a Ford engine that's just who I am. I worked at a company called Dallas Smith in the summer of 62 between 8th grade and freshmen year. We would take new cars from the trains that transported new cars here to Phoenix. What a blast I had that summer, we worked on a line that would wash the protective coatings from all makes of cars and trucks. We had a detail shop cleaning up everything. We even did undercoating at the shop. We made the new cars look new before delivering them to the correct dealers around town. I would like to see this restored to new condition. A real purest would rebuild the 430 to keep it numbers matching for the most value.

[@jaysonaustralia6923]

Restore a classic. There’s not many left. Don’t tear it up please.

[@ewillson4953]

Clean it .go over inside .resort it slow and just like it used to be. Please don't change it .

[@whiskeyriver8578]

This car is on my bucket list. Paint it ruby red and gold.

[@emjayay]

The crazed wood is because it leaks and got really humid inside many times. They are thin veneers glued on stainless steel and you can get replacements if you really restore it. You can get all kinds of NOS and replacement parts for almost everything including the engine and complete stainless exhaust systems, but a real restoration will go into the tens of thousands. Those are original 14" wheels and the tallest modern radials are lower than the original tires. There is about one guy in the country who understands the roof mechanism which uses at least a dozen relays, several motors and a mile of wiring.

[@johnjohnson9658]

Just replace all the brake lines and rubber hoses and tune it up ! Dont change the cool patina just make it an everyday driver and enjoy as is maybe one day down the road you could customize anything will fit in that huge😢 engine bay.

[@OceanJoe-cy8rx]

Jay Leno had a guy on his video that specializes in these cars and does nothing but service all the actuators and motors that move the top, the trunk, drop the windows before the rear doors are closed.

[@madkidd00000007]

That was John cashman, now retired.

[@supawhip8784]

Gotta love those artillery rims

[@badguysrulez6655]

This car deserves a paint job. After you modify everything else the original paint wont matter

[@sprezzatura8755]

As-is old-school patina with front disc brake conversion. There's a mobile mechanic who services the convertible tops on these cars. Check Jay Leno's Garage

[@jackasmaryan1776]

Go through the motor & swap the carb with a holley efi it looks it should come around with a little tlc

[@ChattinArmsCorp]

Dude, definitely C10 Slayer style it out, either a super deep gloss pearl whit or like a glazed cherry red, nit bass boat flake, but like sugar glitter with a stupid deep clear coat over top. Friggin nuts. You guys scored!

[@ChattinArmsCorp]

@DeBerti Definitely with those OG and white wheels either way

[@stevenwilhite4026]

It’s incredible! Love them.

[@WhiskeyDentGarage]

Hi Brad. Nice find with the car. Please don’t listen to some of these guys saying it’s a 351, 461, blah blah blah. Here’s the scoop. 61-65 the LC were equipped with a 430 BB MEL (early years were 2 brl. 63-65ish it went to a 4 brl). 66-68ish they transitioned to the 462 (basically the same as the 430). In 69, they introduced the 460. Any of those engines will drop right in with zero mods. The guy claiming you can get that engine rebuilt for 2k. 🤣🤣 fat chance in hell pal. Ain’t gonna happen. 2k will probably get you the block reworked and maybe the lower half. Brad, from experience, some of the engine parts reproduced to rebuild these engines are garbage China reproduction. I’m sorry, but that’s fact. You’ll spend probably 4-6k rebuilding it and hope it last you 6-12 months. The transmission’s on these cars are notorious for leaking and failing. If you power with simplicity, the LS is your friend. I know of numerous companies making kits that allow you to drop an LS in with zero mods to the actual car. However, if you want it to sit “frame” or close to it/ aired out. You want to tunnel the rear most section. I can explain in detail later. A Yote or Zilla will result in heavy mods of crossmember and trans mount. Including having to re-tunnel the car. Until you decide, Rotella motet oil is your friend because it has zinc. Type F trans fluid for trans, power steering, and technically your convertible top as well. The wipers work off your PS pump, so don’t run it dry and try not to turn the wheels without the car running, or you can blow the seals on the ps pump. Lastly, when warming the car up, DO NOT leave the car unattended. They are well known for popping into reverse on their own. The cad will take off or worse yet, run any kid over that may be playing behind it. Best of luck. Reach out if you have questions. I’ve worked on more Lincoln’s then I’d care to admit. I have sources for you for numerous rebuilt or replacement parts if needed. They’re fun cars, but get Hell of expensive really quick. Watch the top, when it’s pulling out of the trunk, it’s pulling the equivalent of 2 tons of force. They are hella heavy. Check out our page on IG @TheRattys or DM me on IG @Papis_65. We kinda know a thing or 2. Enjoy.

[@madkidd00000007]

Spot on

[@chrisjoiner3502]

Barra engine swap would be cool

[@demoderby181]

Bad spots of the car to look for rust is in the battery tray and the metal below the tray. Along with the trunk lid as you already see.

[@mikemorgan4510]

It would make a real cool SLAYER 2 project.

[@h.v.g7882]

Look for Jey Leno's garage. He had a similar Lincoln. And a guy that is an expert in convertible Lincoln's. It's a very complicated system

[@jakereal3604]

PLEASE leave it in original condition. But restore it to showroom. Rebuild original engine etc. These are 6 fig cars restored in A-1 condition. That’s a Diamond in the ruff there !!

[@williamperry9006]

Wow it runs. That is a nice car.

[@flipppy83]

That thing sounds like Christine when idling lol

[@kikurass322]

First up check the timing chain, looks like it's skipped a few teeth, hence the puffing from the carb. Don't put something in its place. If you're going to ruin it by putting an LS or something, sell it to someone who cares enough to do it right.

[@davidadamcik9805]

Keep it as is and that's a nice car

[@edcianfarra7890]

Brad definitely needs to be custom. I am 75 and remember the 50s an 60s customs that’s my vote.

[@tiaanvandermerwe6639]

She need to look pretty… give her a make over the car has seen it all! Brand new paint job with a sick colour would be awesome…modded Hauling ass and taking names that’s what the car is all about… old generation collaborating with the new generation that’s what I would like to see i know you guys are going to blow our minds on this Car 😱so excited to see the end result

[@joeygrant8652]

When are yall gonna host the cow patty 700. I'd love to come race with yall. Just live right in Lincolnton

[@clangdon1436]

New Ford Godzilla crate motor would do good in Lincoln.

[@ericcarriere7631]

Keep the patina style of it, please!!!!

[@matrixtamu4433]

Full resto!

[@EkClassics]

That's worth way more than $20K, like dad said , cleaned up $40K. Non AC? It's a convertible!! No need for AC. It is a MEL 430 2 barrel. LS swap is easiest and no frame mods. Coyote is do able $$$, a couple people are in the middle of trying Godzillas, big job, both require cutting out the crossmember in the engine compartment. Deck lids all rust, even on a well cared for car, new one worth $3k. Find someone that knows the convertible tops, so many idiosyncrasies. Before he retired, The Lincoln man, John Cashman, used to travel and repair them, $2500 first 8hr day (minimum) $250/hr second day...plus parts. Have fun.

[@christhomas5794]

Do your and your dad’s style sick paint job bit of airbrush all out monster machine

[@ludvik36]

keepit like it is and do a orginal resturation on that PLS

[@alfredozayas3421]

That engine can be rebuilt with no problems.

[@CarlosAvellanet]

Probably knocking because is running unleaded fuel. That vintage cars used leaded fuel. You can use an additive to get rid of it or retard the timing until is gone but then you'll lose power. It also seems to have either a stuck or burnt intake valve because it's spitting compression out the carb.

[@h.v.g7882]

The standard Kennedy car 👍

[@dafalzonAUS]

Please just restore it and leave as is, don’t modify it, it’s too good condition to be cut up

[@michaelcarnegie403]

Murder it out, chop top and tw turbo for the win.

[@grrrr6999]

Bought a few fords that sat for a while and literally a smoke screen and then cleared right up

[@shaneheemskerk]

Those wheels look like they are the Detroit Steel Artillery wheels?

[@donslick8464]

Throw that bad ass Mercury Marine LS motor in it, like Dave Kindig did in one of his customer cars. I think it's like a 632, not sure though.

[@iannorton4463]

Twin turbo LS guys. Gotta be. ✌️👍🇬🇧

[@jackasmaryan1776]

I would paint it shiny black put flags on the fenders & slam it on bags with the wheels that came with it

[@randyknox7350]

I would love to see it restored and brought back to its originality if it was a rust bucket do with it whatever you want

[@peteevers784]

DO NOT MOLEST the paint. RESTOMOD it as freiburger says DRIVE YER JUNK

[@baylife9964]

Cool find

[@joshuaabren]

Tear it down to the studs and make that your next Sema build!

[@warfivevy0ne454]

Dad knows his Original Lincoln has all its oem paint that is the best original Master piece full conservation restoration the real qurks are inn the suicide rear doors to rear guard fitment set close front doors have the Trim to simulate a coupe the car being open top Concourse Restoration go for the ultimate Reward for your Talents all the best.

[@guymichaels3233]

@DeBerti put a motor, transmission and rear end out of a newer Toyota Tundra in it and make everyone's head explode.

[@andycecil5213]

Don’t touch it bring it back to original fixed up it can bring a lot of money

[@camjam900]

All black rims included

[@bigeizsupportgroup1427]

Nice🎉

[@chronoboat11]

KEEP IT OLD SCHOOL !!! DO NOT PIMP IT OUT!!

[@denniskennedy3311]

My dad had a 62 linkin

[@anthonystracqualursi2544]

Terminator swop!!!!

[@demoderby181]

I paid $600 for mine on an eBay auction. I’m in MN and had to drive to the Ohio Pennsylvania border to get it.

[@tompreciado863]

Happy 4th of July guys!

[@cecilhyatt]

Leave it alone and clear it get it running

[@bobbyrogers7794]

Complete restoration pro touring with a coyote swap.

[@bascodelagamma]

You have a rare beauty in that old car. Please don’t ruin it by chopping it up or slamming it to the ground. Or by putting giant clown wheels on it. Give it the full frame-off restoration it deserves. Thank you 👍

[@madkidd00000007]

They don’t have frames for starters. And original drivetrains on these cars suck

[@bascodelagamma]

@@madkidd00000007 You are absolutely correct. I used the wrong terminology. Thank you for correcting me. I simply meant a full restoration. As for the drivetrain, I would love to see them put something beefy in there. I just hope that they will treat an old, classy car with class.

[@aloysiusbelisarius9992]

*WORD!* ✊✊

[@sprezzatura8755]

Good call. Keep It clown-free. Coyote power plant and modern transmission would transform the car. 4-wheel disc brakes.

[@aloysiusbelisarius9992]

@@madkidd00000007 Having experience with these cars, I have to disagree with the "suck" assessment. That drivetrain is rooted in high performance, however tuned down a bit for luxury-car use...which is more than can be said about engines today (save maybe for Hemis) which are plain rollers on steroids and not really meant to last half of forever. There is hardly anything that matches the durability of a clap-door Lincoln's drive train. The one detail that can, however, warrant the assessment of "suck" is the two-barrel carburetor installed in this year. A 4-barrel would have been better, which was why they changed that the following year. Granted, the components aren't quite so beefy as the ones used starting in '66, but they were enough to propel the heaviest-built cars in America to triple digits (not that there is any place in America aside from closed race tracks where one would even use such speeds).

[@mikewiley1007]

As long as the undercarriage isn’t all rusted this deserves a full restoration. These are getting rare to find.

[@000302lf]

I agree

[@brown5066]

For sure!

[@Bac0n3510]

Hahaha. These guys aren't going to restore shit. There gonna make into some wierd ass thing like the c10 with the weirdest bed ever put on a truck. If u can even call it a bed

[@grandchamp7783]

Preach

[@aloysiusbelisarius9992]

Indeed, especially in unmolested guise. Too many people trick out too many of these cars, and it grinds my gears.

[@racinmoose2132]

The value will quadruple if you restore to an original.

[@mattrogers8280]

That needs a stock restoration. What a gem to find.

[@christopherpinto4643]

I've followed these cars for over 30 years, and I own a '63 sedan. To find an original '62 convertible in this condition is a really good deal and a rare opportunity. Having said that, I know the restomod market for these is pretty hot, but they're only original once and original ones are disappearing. I would get this in shape and keep it original, then use the money to restomod something that's already been worked. Originality is very very valuable. It's your car, but it would be hard to see this car lose its original quality. The engine is a 430 MEL, by the way. MEL stands for Mercury Edsel Lincoln. This engine replaced the old Y Blocks used in the Lincolns of the 50's.

[@markhemphill6295]

Brad the car looks like it is in great shape for the age, I would keep it original, there is something about those oldcars that make me stop and look when I see one. Take care and God bless😇💙

[@timrodatz1274]

You should refinish it back to original, it will be an awesome car.

[@nanophobia1941]

Awesome rare car. Keep that in mind rare car. Do not make something out of it, that it is not meant to be. Rare car is already enough of a good thing. Keep it as original as possible, old school of course a few upgrades are okay like paint, carpet, disk brakes maybe, use factory or original parts. Go through engine completely, maybe electronic ignition maybe , AC maybe, if you can find factory piece. But all original would be better. Those are my thoughts, since you guys asked to put individual thoughts in comments. May you find Harmony, respectfully Sven.

[@jameswallace5059]

Sell those wheels you got and use the money to help restore it to ORIGINAL. Just fix the drivetrain issues and keep it original. This was one of the most beautiful cars ever designed and has a definite mystique that goes with it. Customizing it will please a few people but make most people cringe at seeing what you did to a classic. "Customizing" it would be like putting lipstick, purple spiked hair, tattoos and ghetto bling on the Mona Lisa. Restored they are worth a lot of money, too -- especially the convertible!!.

[@da_trucking]

Keep everything #'s matching if possible. Im sure the engine could be rebuilt. After watching Dennis Collins, thats what collectors look for. If keeping it then do whatever you guys want.

[@tonykemper8896]

Please do not cut this up and make it a deberti custom! I say paint it rebuild the mechanicals and through those rims on it! Pops found a gem right there! 🎸 🎸🎸

[@stern12akachris32]

Big issue with these cars is the top mechanism lots of shops wont touch these because of how complicated they are . Takes a real expert to keep them working.

[@mantolaman]

This car deserves a proper original restoration!

[@d3r0n812]

I think you should paint and put those nice wheels on it. This could easily be a daily or possibly a show car if you want to put a little extra elbow grease into it. Nice car!

[@shuff60]

I think the stock wheels/hubcaps look sweet

[@steves9905]

Please don't cut this survivor up. By some miracle It lasted all these years. There are plenty of modded lincolns out there already

[@timothyeames2187]

That's sweet as and me personally would just clean it up and get it running and just drive it because once the paint comes off you can't put it back you will eventually get bored of it and then worry about changing things but definitely leave it OG for now

[@chetbiddlecom6016]

Those wheels are killer! One of my all-time dream cars because I wanted to restore one years ago! Love the suicide doors. WOW, what a find!!!!!

[@barrycooper9036]

Factory motor with Holley EFI, FuelTech etc. Pick the kids up from school in it!!

[@brianroness103]

Wow, I Love "The Lincoln Exterminator ".....looks pretty rough underneath byt Definitely Don't cut that thing up. Personly i would Clean it up and enjoy...

[@AutotopiaLA]

The purists will freak out but I vote for the full DeBerti treatment! Big block the badboy

[@piratewazza]

Keep it original, patina, clean, service and drive, PS those wheels are SICK love from New Zealand 🇳🇿 waaaaay down under ❤

[@mmill6505]

If this is a one owner 1962 Lincoln continental convertible then there was only 3012 made. It has the very rare 430 CI motor. You can rebuild the motor for under $2k. If it's number's matching then it's worth $60k not running. $125k to $600k restored. Just rebuild the motor . Don't be stupid and LS swap it.

[@RealRickCox]

I want to see this car fully restored!

[@worldssickestmedia2713]

Average price to buy one of those cars in restored condition is around $80,000 and they've gone all the way to over $700,000 at auction.

[@ALWhiteAuthor]

That would be a 460. I can't believe you brought up putting an LS in it and didn't get hit by lightning. You should go wash your mouth out with soap and think about what you've done. It would be awesome if y'all could keep it as close to original as possible. That's one of my dream cars right there

[@retired-loving-it]

HOw about resorting it to it's former glory? Why "bastardize" it? You kept saying "it's one of a kind"!

[@edwardwilliams9874]

Love the car rebuild the engine thanks for bringing us along have a great safe blessed 4th yall

[@mathieusynnott8915]

Full frame off restoration fresh paint frame, shell, body etc. Make it new again.

[@Bob_Weir617]

Leave the original paint! It’s only original once and it looks killer as is. Get it mechanically sound and drop a coyote in there

[@missingremote4388]

I suggest painting it gloss black