Lincoln Continental Mark V 1977–1979 car dimensions: 5850 mm long, 2024 mm wide and 1344 mm high. Boot space with the seats up is 513 litres.
The cabin seats six on Twin Comfort lounge seats with six-way power for the driver and folding armrests. Standard equipment includes automatic temperature control air conditioning, power windows, an AM/FM radio with power antenna, tinted glass, a Cartier day/date clock, and walnut woodgrain trim. Cruise control is optional. No electronic driver aids appear in period equipment lists.
Trunk volume is listed at 18.1 cubic feet. The space is useful for luggage but described as shallow due to the decklid design.
A trailer towing package is available and requires a 3.00 axle ratio with the optional 460 engine. It includes related cooling upgrades for that duty.
Twin Comfort Lounge seats come in ultravelour with six-way power for the driver as standard. Automatic temperature control air conditioning, power windows, tinted glass, and a Cartier day/date clock are included. Leather or Majestic/Romano velour upgrades and optional six-way power passenger seat with lumbar are available. Walnut woodgrain trim and center armrests create a plush, quiet cabin suited to long highway runs.
26-gallon fuel tank
EPA 15 mpg with standard 400 V8, 13 mpg with optional 460 V8
Four-wheel power disc brakes standard
Sure-Track anti-skid system optional
Power steering standard
The standard 400 cubic-inch V8 and optional 460 cubic-inch V8 (unavailable in California) feed a 26-gallon tank. EPA ratings stand at 15 mpg for the 400 and 13 mpg for the 460.
Four-wheel power disc brakes come standard. Sure-Track rear anti-skid braking is an available option. Power steering is standard equipment.
Factory shop manuals cover chassis, engine, electrical, body, and lubrication details for routine upkeep. The soft ride and full power accessories make daily use straightforward for a large coupe of this size.
Length 5850 mm, Width 2024 mm, Height 1344 mm, Wheelbase 3058 mm (Continental Mark V 1977–1979)
Sources: manufacturer data and published specifications.