One great source of parts I've found is Lincoln Land in Florida. They have a nice supply of parts, and are very helpful on the phone. I think their website is at www.lincolnlandinc.com
Good Luck! I own a 1979 Town Coupe, and it's my third Lincoln (formerly owned a '65 convertible and an '88 TC). They really do exude pure class.
I have always loved the AMERICAN LAND YACHTS.
I just bought my 1979 Town Coupe with original paint, but with 20 in rims having 100 shiny spokes.
I have two 12 inch fostgate subs in the HUGE trunk with matching amplifier & replaced all factory speakers with matching Fostgates as well... I added an awesome stereo and VERY FAT Stainless dual exhaust.
Yeah, a lotta money, but a lotta pride and content when I drive it with that deep rumbling sound and people turning their heads.
A real gas guzzler, but worth every pint of it.. I turn the yacht with one finger, I get smiles from everyone. I have a police interceptor 9c1 fully restored that will run rings around the coupe, saves gas too!!! But NOTHING compares to the feel of a 79 Town Coupe... cept... well... A NICER 79 Town Coupe!!!
I've been watching a late 70s Town Car in my neighborhood (probably a 77-79) for a for sale sign... no question, these are GREAT cars. My present car is an 89 Trooper (which I will never sell... talk about disparity, Town Car vs. Isuzu!). It probably gets the same gas mileage as the Linc, about 13/18.
Have you thought about adapting a late GM TBI system (like, from a 454 Chevy)? They are great systems, very simple, and could easily replace a complex carburetor with an adapter plate. GM HEI is also very nice, or MSD.
I own a '79 Town Car Continental with a full vinyl top and a big factory sunroof. I bought it from an auction for $250. I was trying to sell it about two years ago for the low price of $100 but after taking an auto body repair class, I am glad that I kept this car. I am in the process of restoring it to show room condition. This really is the best Lincoln ever built in my opinion.
HEY GUYS!!!
I HAVE A 83 LINCON TOWN CAR JUST GOT IT...
1ST HOW DO I CHECK MY STEERING WHEEL BOLTS?? Don't WANT NOTHING CRAZY TO HAPPEN.
2. ITS BROWN AND I Don't WANT TO LOOSE THE CLASSIC LOOK, but PLEASE FEEL FREE TO GIVE ME SOME COLOR SUGGESTIONS...THANX
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Just bought a 1979 collectors series town car on e-bay. Flew down to S.C. to bring it back. Discovered several things wrong including that it wouldn't idle. I did find, however, that this car is the best riding luxury car that I have ever owned. I have owned 6 cadillacs over the years, ranging from 1955 to 1987. This fellow needs a good bit of work which I will be systematically attacking over time. All-in-all I'm glad I bought it.
I have a 79 Town Coupe that is in need of a motor. Mine came with a 400. I know they also came with 460's. Will any other Ford Motor fit right in besides those two? I met a guy who has a 390 that he wants to sell. Will it fit without modification. Or what other motors will fit?
Question, how rare is the 1979 lincoln town coupe in, say, 85 or 90% perfect condition?
I put a comment regarding my 79 Town Coupe on July 2, 2007, then on Aug 23 2007 my beloved car was STOLEN! I had lost all hope and proceeded to look for another car when police recovered it on Jan 14, 2008. The stereo and speakers gone, everything dirty, gas tank and exhaust damaged. $5,000 later, I had an original quadrasonic 8 track on it, brand new original carpets, rechromed rims, most important of all, an aftermarket grant wood 3 spoke steering wheel with the security system that allows me to take it off and take the thing with me. I also had the top of the line alarm system installed as well... I am glad I got great insurance! Owners beware this car is HOT HOT HOT!! Now I am back cruising with more class and a rebuilt engine (400 miles on it now), deep throaty rumbling sound c/o twin 3 inch stainless exhaust... oh yeah baby!!! (PS I got an almost brand new complete dash off ebay at super low price, so the car's "face" got a great upgrade as well!!!)
I'm happy to hear that your car was recovered!
Too bad about the stereo... those quadrasonic 8-tracks are hot ticket items...
I have a 79 Lincoln Continental, Bought the car 5 years ago for $300. God I just love this car. But recently I had to have the Driveshaft repaired. Needless to say it didn't hold. The Ball socket area on the rear fell apart again. Does anyone know where I can get a driveshaft from? I have spent weeks trying to find one here in Minnesota, but they say that they are scraping any old car that comes in because of how high the scraping price is right now. As for the rear of the car sagging I just put in a set of Hi-Jacker air shocks, helped out the appearance of tail dragging a lot the car now sits level.
Looking for a driveshaft, Thanks. James.
Go to www.lincolnlandinc.com for your parts. They specialize in the older Lincolns :)
August 24,2008.
Looking for Lincoln parts response:
Hi, I have just inherited a 1979 (blue) Collectors Series 4 door Lincoln. I don't know if it is drivable but might someone/anyone be interested in buying it to use for parts. I have some photos.
Thank you,
Diane.
Don't junk it! Post an add on Kijiji or Craigslist, to try and sell your car. Good luck!