1956 LINCOLN PREMIERE CONVERTIBLE
1956 LINCOLN PREMIERE CONVERTIBLE
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1956 LINCOLN PREMIERE CONVERTIBLE
High Bidder: DropTop
Highest Bid: $26,500 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Woburn, Massachusetts 01888
Seller:
Engine:
368ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
74,619 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
56WA43564L
AutoCheck Report
Not Available
Lot Number:
83775958
Location:
Woburn, Massachusetts 01888
Seller:
Engine:
368ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
74,619 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
56WA43564L
AutoCheck Report
Not Available
Lot Number:
83775958
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OVERVIEW
This 1956 Lincoln Premiere is powered by a reportedly numbers-matching Y-block 368ci V8 mated to a three-speed Turbo-Drive automatic transmission. Finished in red with a black convertible top over a black and red vinyl interior, this limited-production convertible is now offered by the selling dealer with a spare wheel jack, assorted spare parts, and a clear title.
Highlights
- One of 2,447 Premiere convertibles built by Lincoln for the 1956 model year
- Underwent restoration under previous owner
- Power options include windows, steering, and drum brakes
Ownership History
- Offered by a dealer
- Current location: Massachusetts
EXTERIOR
- Red paint
- Black convertible top
- Red tonneau cover
- Fender skirts
- Driver-side chrome mirror
Updates
- Exterior has been changed from the original Starmist White and Fairmount Blue two-tone
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15-inch red steel wheels
- Lincoln wheel covers
- 225/75 Coker Classic whitewall radial tires
INTERIOR
- Black and red vinyl upholstery
- Power split-bench
- Four-way adjustable
- Column-mounted automatic shifter
- Removable custom console with cupholders
- Power windows
- Power steering
- Factory AM radio (inop)
Updates
- Interior has been changed from the original Light Blue and Medium Blue leather
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 130-mph speedometer
- Temperature
- Clock
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 74,619 miles
- True mileage according to the title
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- Y-block 368ci V8
- 275 horsepower
- 401 lb-ft of torque
- 9.00:1 compression ratio
- Four-barrel carburetor
Transmission
- Three-speed Turbo-Drive automatic
Service History Highlights
- Fluids were changed in 2023
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- 3.07 gears
- Power drum brakes
- Dual exhaust system
Service History Highlights
- New exhaust system installed in 2023
TRIM TAG DECODER
- STYLE, BY76B - Lincoln Premiere convertible
- COLOR, 57 - Starmist White and Fairmount Blue two-tone
- TRIM, 615 - Light Blue and Medium Blue leather upholstery
- DATE, 27A - January 27, 1956
- PLANT, WA - Wayne, IN
- ROTATION NUMBER, 63 - 63rd car assembled
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Surface rust is visible on the undercarriage components
- Radio is inoperable
- Signs of age visible on door panels and seatbacks
- Paint chips on wheel faces
- Minor cosmetic blemishes on the exterior as seen in the photos
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Spare wheel jack
- Assorted spare parts
BID: $26,500
BID: $25,500
BID: $25,000