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1965 Lincoln Continental 4-Dr. Sedan

The 1965 Continental sedan featured iconic rear-hinged suicide doors and represented Lincoln's commitment to understated elegance with its clean, modern styling. This was Lincoln's flagship and only model, competing directly with Cadillac in the luxury market.
5Y82N438829
8 Cyl. 430 Cu. In. 4-V Carb
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Lincoln Continental

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code Y Wixom, MI
Model Code 82 Continental
Engine Code N 8 Cyl. 430 Cu. In. 4-V Carb
Serial Number 438829 Production #438829

Basic Information

MakeLincoln
ModelContinental
Year1965
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerLincoln
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 430 Cu. In. 4-V Carb
Cylinders8
Displacement430 CID
Horsepower320 HP
Compression Ratio10.1:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionAUTO
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceLincoln
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1961 through 1969
Headroom front39.0
Headroom rear38.4
Height54.2
Legroom front41.1
Legroom rear40.5
Length216.3
Nameplate origin1940
Wheelbase126.0
Width78.6

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)