1956 CONTINENTAL MARK II HARDTOP
1956 CONTINENTAL MARK II HARDTOP
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1956 CONTINENTAL MARK II HARDTOP
High Bidder: Darrow2026
No Reserve
Winning Bid: $45,000 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Modesto, California 95350
Seller:
Engine:
368ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
73,563 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
C56B2070
AutoCheck Report
Not Available
Lot Number:
76456712
Location:
Modesto, California 95350
Seller:
Engine:
368ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
73,563 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
C56B2070
AutoCheck Report
Not Available
Lot Number:
76456712
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If a bid is placed within the last minute of an auction, an additional minute is added to ensure all bidders have a fair chance to bid. Bid carefully. Please complete your vehicle due-diligence prior to bidding. Bids are binding and by placing your bid you agree to our User Agreement and Privacy Policy.
OVERVIEW
This 1956 Continental Mark II is powered by a Y-block 368ci V8 mated to a rebuilt three-speed Turbo-Drive automatic transmission. Finished in gray and silver metallic two-tone over a red and gray leather interior, this restored two-door hardtop is now offered by the selling dealer with upholstered tool bags and a clear title.
Highlights
- One of 3,000 hand-built Mark II two-door hardtop coupes built for the 1956 and 1957 model years
- Underwent body-on restoration in 2020
- Factory air conditioning
- Power options include windows, steering, and front disc brakes
Ownership History
- Offered by a dealer
- Current location: California
EXTERIOR
- Gray and Silver metallic two-tone paint
- Colors sourced from 2020 Mercedes-Benz color palette
- Red pinstriping
- Driver-side chrome mirror
Updates
- Exterior was painted as part of the 2020 restoration
- New chrome
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15-inch red-painted steel wheels
- 8.50 Coker Classic whitewall radial tires
INTERIOR
- Red and gray leather upholstery
- Power bench seats
- Custom center console with cupholders
- Custom trunk liner with spare tire
- Factory air conditioning
- Power windows
- Power steering
- Aftermarket stereo
- AM/FM
- Auxiliary
Service History Highlights
- Interior was reupholstered in 2020
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 140-mph speedometer
- 5,000-rpm tachometer
- Oil pressure
- Temperature
- Amperage
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 73,563 miles
- Title reads mileage-exempt
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- Y-block 368ci V8
- 285 horsepower
- 10:1 compression ratio
- Lincoln four-barrel carburetor
Transmission
- Three-speed Turbo-Drive automatic
Service History Highlights
- The carburetor and distributor were rebuilt
- Power steering pump and gear have been rebuilt
- Transmission was rebuilt during restoration
- Original transmission has been replaced
- New alternator
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Power front disc brakes
- Dual exhaust system
Service History Highlights
- New
- Shock absorbers
- Power brake booster
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Minor dent in passenger-side rocker panel as seen in the photos
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Upholstered tool bags
ADDITIONAL NOTES
- Titled as a 1956 Lincoln
AUTOHUNTER ADMIN NOTE 1/9/2026 @ 10:41 AM AZ TIME: Listing updated to reflect this is a Continental Mark II instead of a Lincoln Continental Mark II as previously stated
Thank you everyone for bidding! We've decided to remove the reserve and are happy that this beautiful vehicle will be on it's way to a new home soon!
BID: $45,000
BID: $43,000
@Jihz06 – @seller - Has the air conditioning been updated from r12? Any work done to engine other than carb and distributor? Any thing not working properly on vehicle? Can you add video of cold start and diving vehicle? ...
Yes, AC has been converted and works great. Everything is in good working order. Car starts reliably as it should.
BID: $42,500
@rkneen – Am I able to see the car in person? I live pretty close. Thank you. ...
Yes, this car is available for in-person viewing at our dealership in Modesto, California
@rocinielle – What is needed to drive the car regularly ? ...
The car runs and drives. If you desire to daily drive this vehicle, you can as is.
BID: $37,500
BID: $35,000
BID: $30,500
BID: $30,000
BID: $27,500
BID: $25,500
BID: $23,000
What is needed to drive the car regularly ?
BID: $22,500
great car but we dont do bussiness with california no longer!
BID: $20,500
Am I able to see the car in person? I live pretty close. Thank you.
@seller - Has the air conditioning been updated from r12? Any work done to engine other than carb and distributor? Any thing not working properly on vehicle? Can you add video of cold start and diving vehicle?