Summary

This frame-off restoration completed in 2009 to as-original condition won Best in Show at the 2010 Lincoln, NE, Lincoln and Continental Owner's Club Meet. Powered by a 368ci V8 and automatic transmission. From the John Staluppi Cars of Dreams Collection.

Details

Grey Hills Restoration completed a frame-of-restoration in 2009 - a labor of love that took 25 years. The car has a black exterior, black leather headliner, seats and interior, and black mouton fur carpeting. For judging of authenticity, the Lincoln and Continental Owners Club (LCOC) permits colors and materials available in 1955-57. The current owner chose to finish this car in a formal triple-black and use luxurious mouton fur in both the interior and trunk. Many NOS parts were purchased for this restoration, including rocker moldings, grille bars, trunk, fender and decklid ornaments. Refinished stainless-steel trim and many chrome items, including the two massive double bumpers. Both the 368ci V8 engine and automatic transmission were rebuilt, as were many of the other mechanical components. A new wiring harness was installed. The car was essentially completed in 2009 and has been shown exclusively at LCOC National Meets since then. It was judged best Mark II in 2009 and Best in Show at the 2010 Lincoln, NE, meet. Since then, was shown at three additional meets and was awarded 100 points out of a possible 100 twice (six of six judges). LCOC judging includes authenticity, appearance and mechanical items. The car has been stored in climate-controlled storage facilities since it was completed. From the John Staluppi Cars of Dreams Collection.