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1997 Lincoln Continental Specs

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1997 Lincoln Continental
MSRP Range:$37,280  |  Show Me Dealer Pricing
Fuel Economy: 17 city / 25 hwy mpg
Transmissions: 4 Speed Automatic
Drivetrains: Front Wheel Drive
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  Continental Base Sedan Performance Specs  
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4,601 cc 4.6 liters 8 V 90° front longitudinal engine with 90.2 mm bore, 90 mm stroke, 9.9 compression ratio, cast iron block, cast iron head, double overhead cam and four valves per cylinder
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Unleaded fuel
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Fuel economy EPA highway (l/100km): 9.4
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Multi-point injection fuel system
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Main 68 liter fuel tank
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Power: 194 kW , 260 HP @ 5,750 rpm; 265 ft lb @ 4,750 rpm
  Continental Base Sedan Handling Specs  
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ABS
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3.56:1 axle ratio
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Four disc brakes including two ventilated discs
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Electronic traction control via ABS
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Driver selectable responsive suspension
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Spacesaver steel rim internal spare wheel
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Strut front suspension with stabilizer bar independent with coil springs , wishbone rear suspension with stabilizer bar independent with air springs
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Automatic rear suspension levelling
  Continental Base Sedan Exterior Specs  
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Body color medium body side molding with colored inserts
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Front and rear body color impact absorbing bumpers with rubbing strip and colored insert
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Chrome/bright trim around side windows, on side of body, on bumpers and on rear
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Coefficient of drag: 0.34
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Driver and passenger power heated body color door mirrors with automatic
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External dimensions: overall length (mm): 5,240, overall width (mm): 1,869, overall height (mm): 1,422, ground clearance (mm): 150, wheelbase (mm): 2,769, front track (mm): 1,600, rear track (mm): 1,562 and curb to curb turning circle (mm): 12,527
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Complex surface lens halogen bulb single headlights
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Heat reflective glass
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Luxury trim leather on gearknob
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Gloss multi-coat paint , metallic multi-coat paint , black multi-coat paint
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Fixed rear window
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Tinted glass
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Weights: gross vehicle weight rating (kg) 2,193, curb weight (kg) 1,762, gross trailer weight braked (kg) 907, gross trailer weight unbraked (kg) 454 and max trailer noseweight (kg) 45
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Two-speed windshield wipers with variable intermittent wipe
  Continental Base Sedan Interior Specs  
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CFC free liquid air conditioning with climate control
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Element antenna
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Anti-theft protection
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Front illuminated ashtray , rear ashtray
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Stereo audio system with AM/FM
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Automatic drive indicator on dashboard
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Cargo area light
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Cargo capacity: rear seat up; to lower window (liters): 513, rear seat down; to lower window (liters): 0, rear seat down (liters): 0, all seats in place (liters): 513 and all seats removed (liters): 0
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Front seats illuminated cigar lighter
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Digital clock
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One function computer with range for remaining fuel
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Floor and overhead full console with covered storage box
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Cornering lights/curb illumination
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Delayed/fade courtesy lights with four switches in footwell
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Steering wheel mounted cruise control
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Front seats cup holders
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Door ajar warning
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Door pockets/bins for driver seat and passenger seat
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External temperature digital display
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Floor covering: carpet in passenger compartment and carpet in load area
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Carpet floor mats
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Driver and passenger front airbag
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Bucket seat
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3-point reel height adjustable front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat
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Front seat center armrest with integral box
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Lockable illuminated glove compartment with lid
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Height adjustable head restraints on front seats
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Headlight control with time delay switch-off and dusk sensor
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Illuminated entry system on interior and door key surround
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Internal dimensions: front headroom (mm): 996, rear headroom (mm): 965, front hip room (mm): 1,415, rear hip room (mm): 1,435, front leg room (mm): 1,062, rear leg room (mm): 965, front shoulder room (mm): 1,450, rear shoulder room (mm): 1,438 and interior volume (liters): 2,900
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Low fuel level warning
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Low washer fluid level warning
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Memorized adjustment with two settings on door mirror position and rearview mirror with two driver's seat positions
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Remote power locks with internal switch includes trunk/hatch and operates from passenger door
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Vehicle speed proportional power steering
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Front power windows with door mounted switches and one one-touch , rear power windows with door mounted switches
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Front and rear reading lights
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3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side , 3-point reel rear seat belts on passenger side , 3-point static rear seat belts on center side
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Folding rear seat center armrest
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Bench fixed three rear seats
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Automatic operation rear view mirror
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Electric remote fuel filler door release
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Electric remote trunk/hatch release
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Front seat back storage
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Leather seat upholstery with additional vinyl
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Seating: five seats
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Four speakers
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Leather covered steering wheel
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Tachometer
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Driver and passenger illuminated vanity mirror
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Ventilation system with push button heater controls, variable fan speeds, rear seat heater ducts and micro filter
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