Lincoln - Continental Convertible - 1962

For sale is this unique and highly collectable 1962 Lincoln Continental Convertible, an iconic four‑door “suicide door” convertible that has undergone an extensive, professional restoration in the Netherlands by renowned specialist Bart Holland. The car was bought via Catawiki in Belgium in 2020 and now comes with Dutch registration and a very complete restoration file. See the pictures of the latest restoration here: https://www.bartholland.nl/restorations/ford-lincoln-continental-convertible-62/

Available Parts & Current Phase

Before the current phase of mechanical restoration, the Lincoln was fully running, with all electrical systems—including power windows, the partial door‑linked window lowering feature, and the power convertible roof—functioning perfectly. The car’s 430 V8 engine and carburetor are now refitted in the engine bay, but final connections (fuel, ignition, cooling, and vacuum systems) still need to be completed before the engine can be started. (The restoration company estimated the amount of work to about 20-60 hours)

The front bumper and hood have not yet been placed back for working access to the engine compartment, and the hood mechanism from the cockpit requires re‑linking. The electric roof itself remains fully operational apart from a small, typical configuration adjustment to the rear screw mechanism that aligns its closing panel. All removed parts have been restored and are available with the car, documented in photos and invoices from Bart Holland, providing the next owner with everything needed to complete assembly and recommission the vehicle for road use.

The current restoration has not been completed to due to personal matters.

The final four photos in the gallery, showing the Lincoln with the top down, were taken before the most recent mechanical restoration. As the convertible top operates only with the engine running, we have not been able to take new photos with the roof lowered.

Body and paint

The car is finished in an elegant metallic beige, a period-appropriate colour that suits the Continental’s iconic suicide-door design, and the paint is in excellent condition with a deep shine and no known rust or visible dents.
Bodywork, chassis and paint were professionally addressed as part of a multi‑year restoration at Bart Holland in the Netherlands, a specialist with decades of experience and multiple Lincoln projects in their portfolio.

Panel gaps and shut lines present well for a largely reassembled car, and there are no known signs of accident damage; any remaining cosmetic work is minor detailing associated with final assembly.

Chrome and brightwork (bumpers, trims, door handles) present very well for a classic of this age, with only light traces of age in some areas that many enthusiasts would choose to preserve.
Rubber seals, glass and lights were inspected and renewed or refitted during the restoration where needed, and all exterior lights were functioning correctly before the final engine work began.

Technical condition

The original 430 cu in V8 has been fully rebuilt (block machining, new internal components, ancillaries overhauled) as part of a documented engine and gearbox revision programme with a budgeted and billed amount in the tens of thousands of euros.

The automatic gearbox was removed and overhauled along with the drivetrain and chassis components; much of this work is itemised in the Bart Holland project administration and invoices provided with the car.

The engine is already placed back in the engine bay; remaining work consists mainly of connecting ancillaries, plumbing and drivetrain components, and completing final checks and adjustments.

Brakes, suspension, steering and underbody components have been refurbished or renewed during the chassis-technical phase of the restoration, including new or reconditioned parts for the front axle, brakes and various bushings, as shown in the parts and labour overview.
Before the engine rebuild phase, the car was driving and all power windows and electrical features (top mechanism, power steering, etc.) were working correctly; the well-known complex electric soft top of this model has always operated perfectly on this car.

Mechanical status / how it drives

Since the current restoration phase, the car has not been driven; the freshly rebuilt engine has not yet been fully commissioned or run-in on the road. The last picture of the pictures, shows how the car is currently stored in Breda, where the car can also be inspected.

Once the remaining connections (fuel, ignition, cooling, power steering, charging system) are completed and fluids filled, the engine can be started and the final tuning and test-drive phase can be carried out by the next owner or their specialist.
Given the extent of new and refurbished parts fitted, no major mechanical issues are expected, but as with any project at this stage, the buyer should anticipate normal fine‑tuning, leak checks and adjustment work after first start and shakedown.

Tyres, brakes and suspension components are all in very good condition (brand-new) from the restoration stage; nonetheless, the car should undergo a full technical inspection and alignment before road use, especially if an MOT is to be obtained in the buyer’s country.

Interior and roof

The interior retains its original seats, which add authenticity and patina appropriate to a high‑quality driver‑level car.
Upholstery, carpets, door cards and dashboard are overall in **good** condition, showing normal signs of age and use rather than a recent concours-level retrim, leaving room for the next owner to decide on preserving originality or refreshing certain elements.
The famous power-operated convertible roof has always worked perfectly on this car and has not been the subject of problem-solving typical for this model; mechanism, frame and hydraulics have been kept in good working order during the project.

All power windows and other electric comfort features (switchgear, gauges, etc.) were functioning correctly before the engine and drivetrain were removed for rebuild, and there is no indication of major electrical faults beyond normal recommissioning checks once the car is re‑powered.

Frame and underbody

The frame and underbody have been professionally treated during the restoration, including cleaning, rust‑prevention treatments, epoxy coatings and paint on key structural areas, as can be seen in the Bart Holland documentation and photos.
According to the restorer’s step-by-step system, chassis-technical work and underbody preparation were completed before the engine and gearbox were refitted, resulting in a very sound base with only minor signs of normal age on hidden areas.

No structural welding needs are currently known; typical problem areas of 1960s unibody cars have been inspected and addressed where necessary during the bodywork phase.

Documentation and provenance

The car was bought via Catawiki in Belgium in 2019 and is now offered with Dutch registration papers (Kenteken DZ‑81‑71) and chassis number 2Y86H408384.

A very comprehensive file is included, containing:

- Detailed project administration from Bart Holland, including step-by-step work lists and hours
- Invoices for labour and parts amounting to over €100,000 in restoration costs to date
- An overview of all payments and remaining balances, as well as parts purchase summaries and transport costs
Additionally, Bart Holland maintains an online project page for this specific 1962 Lincoln Continental Convertible, showing a photo report of the restoration phases (body, paint, chassis, engine and gearbox, parts refurbishment).

The buyer will receive a handover list compiled by Bart Holland detailing the parts supplied with the car and any remaining tasks, which provides a clear roadmap to complete the project.

Market context and value

Well‑restored 1962 Lincoln Continental Convertibles are sought-after on the international market, with auction results on platforms such as Bring a Trailer and Classic.com often ranging into the high five‑figure to low six‑figure euro equivalents, depending on quality and originality.

Considering the high documented restoration investment (over €100,000), the professional level of the work, and the limited remaining labour to finish the car, a completed value in the region of €120,000–€130,000 is realistic in today’s market for a strong example.

This listing therefore represents an interesting opportunity for an enthusiast or specialist who can complete the last 50–100 hours of work to unlock the full potential and value of this iconic four‑door convertible.