Lincoln L-Series

The Lincoln L series was Lincoln's first model.[1] It was built in Detroit, Michigan and was introduced in 1917. The engine offered was a 384.8 in³ (6.3 L) 60° L-head V8.

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Before Ford

Henry Leland created the Lincoln car company after leaving Cadillac. After World War I, during which the company made aircraft engines, they came out with the L-series. It was designed by Leland's son-in-law, and the design was thought to be old fashioned.[2] When it finally was produced, it hit hard times from the post war recession.[3]

Year Engine HP Transmission Wheelbase Tire size
1921 357.8CID 60° L-head V8 81[4] 3-speed manual 130 in (3,302 mm) [5] 23"

Henry Ford Buys Lincoln(1922-1923)

In financial trouble, Leland sold the company to Henry Ford in 1922 for $8 million.[6] After a few months, he got rid of the Lelands and had his son, Edsel Ford, design a new body for the L-series. Under Ford, the L-series was a robust car. In the first year, hydraulic shock absorbers were added.[7]

Year Engine HP Transmission Wheelbase tire size
1923 357.8CID 90 3-speed manual 136 in (3,454 mm) [8] 23"

1924-1926

In 1924, the L-series was given a newer look with such things as a nickel-plated radiator shell. 1925 is identified by the absence of cowl lights. Front and rear bumpers became standard. The smallest L-series was the 2-door, 2-passenger roadster. 1926 was basically the same except for some interior changes.[9]

Year Engine HP Transmission Wheelbase tire size
1925 357.8CID V8 90 3-speed manual[10] 136 in (3,454 mm) 23"

1927-1930

In 1927, the L-series got smaller wheels. Also, 4-wheel mechanical brakes became standard.[11] All instruments were on an oval surface. A larger engine(though no HP increase) came in 1928. 1929 brought safety glass and dual-windshield wipers. 1930 was the last year for the L-series.

Year Engine HP Transmission Wheelbase tire size
1928 384.8CID V8 90 3-speed manual 136 in (3,454 mm) 20"[12]

Pop-culture

In the 1986 comedy movie, The Money Pit, the house came with an L-series Lincoln as a part of the purchase.

References

  1. ^ Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4. 
  2. ^ Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4. 
  3. ^ Mandel, Leon (1982). American Cars. Stewart, Tabori & Chang, Inc.. ISBN 0-941734-19-2. 
  4. ^ Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4. 
  5. ^ Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4. 
  6. ^ Weiss, H. Eugene (2003). Chrysler, Ford, Durant, and Sloan. McFarland. ISBN 0-7864-1611-4. 
  7. ^ Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4. 
  8. ^ Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4. 
  9. ^ Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4. 
  10. ^ Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4. 
  11. ^ Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4. 
  12. ^ Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4. 
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