1947 Lincoln Zephyr Convertible

The 1947 Lincoln Zephyr custom convertible is powered by a rebuilt 302ci HO engine equipped with a new 4-barrel carburetor and air cleaner, paired with an AOD automatic transmission. The drivetrain includes a new driveshaft, new U-joints and a rebuilt posi-traction rear end. A new complete custom exhaust system was installed as part of the build. The chassis incorporates a Mustang Il-style independent front suspension, new shocks and rear suspension modifications, cluding removal of the original buggy spring, installation of A2 lateral springs and lowered rear stance. The braking system is upgraded to four-wheel disc brakes with new brake lines and hoses. Additional mechanical updates include a reconditioned fuel tank, new fuel lines and hoses, a new recored radiator with new hoses and a 12-volt electrical system conversion. The exterior features extensive custom bodywork, including frenched headlights, a custom stainless grille, a replated custom front bumper, rear fenders welded and smoothed into the body, air scoops in the tenders, trenched taillights, a trenched license plate area and a laser-cut "Lincoln" third brake light integrated into the trunk. The hood has been pancaked 4.5 inches and the windshield raked 4 inches. All exterior glass is new and smoked, and the car retains its original hood ornament. Additional modifications include inner-converted hinges for the trunk, a custom-sewn Hartz cloth top with a frame lowered 1 inch and replated custom rear bumpers. The vehicle rides on custom 20-inch wheels and tires. The interior is sourced from a

1969 Lincoln and includes a 1941 Lincoln dash with a hidden ignition switch located where the radio was originally positioned. All interior trim components have been replaced, including carpet, door and quarter-panel trim, the top well and new gauges. Power systems include new hydraulic pistons for the convertible top and four hydraulic window pistons, with new flex hoses and steel lines. A new tonneau cover is also included.