1media/1956_Lincoln_Premiere_Luxury_Sedan-thumb.jpgmedia/Lincoln_02.jpg2020-06-30T10:33:09-07:001956 Lincoln Premiere8plain2020-08-28T13:26:13-07:00The Lincoln Premiere debuted in 1956 as a mid-priced luxury sedan situated below Ford’s flagship Continental line. While borrowing somewhat from the entry-level Capri series, the Premiere was known for its stylish exterior, which included a front windshield that partially wrapped around the sides, recessed headlamps, and a dramatic hood ornament resembling the prow of a ship. On the inside, the optional air conditioning system utilized overhead vents like those found in commercial airplanes. A pair of clear plastic ducts visible through the rear window at each side delivered the cool air to passengers.
1media/1956_Lincoln_Premiere-thumb.jpgmedia/Lincoln_01.jpg2020-06-30T10:36:32-07:001956 Lincoln Premiere Luxury Sedan7plain2020-08-22T17:32:48-07:00Soon after the Ford Motor Company bought Lincoln in 1922, it positioned the line as a direct competitor to GM’s luxury Cadillac division. At nearly nineteen feet in length and weighing more than two tons, the styling of the 1956 Premiere belied its mammoth proportions. Low, rounded bumpers and unusual jet-pod exhausts complemented its sleek exterior. The two-door coupe lacked vertical window posts, further accentuating the streamlined design. Along with a muscular V8 engine, the car came equipped with power steering, brakes, windows, and seats.