1929 Lincoln Model L Seven-Passenger Touring
President Calvin Coolidge selected this prestigious automobile as his official state car, recognizing the exceptional craftsmanship that defined American luxury in the late 1920s.
By 1929, the Model L benefited from years of refinement under Ford’s ownership, with handsome sweeping lines designed under Edsel Ford’s supervision. No fewer than 39 different body styles were available from the factory and America’s finest coachbuilders.
The imposing touring body featured Lincoln’s signature greyhound hood mascot, nickel-plated radiator with thermostatically controlled louvers, and dual covered spare tires mounted on the sides.
Full fenders, continuous running boards, and graceful detailing reflected the elevated status expected from a luxury car priced between $4,600 and $7,600. Curb weight was approximately 5,200 pounds (2,359 kg).
Power came from a 385-cubic-inch L-head V8 producing 90 horsepower at 2,800 rpm. The engine used fork-and-blade connecting rods, allowing two rods to share one crankshaft bearing for compact dimensions despite large displacement. A three-speed sliding gear transmission and four-wheel mechanical brakes completed the drivetrain.
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