Oct 6, 2017 • Uncategorized •

It’s a bit difficult to tell what this dusty old barn find is in this dimly lit barn, but it once was a luxurious cruiser. After a good detailing and some mechanical work, this Lincoln Zephyr could be a sweet driver once again. The seller was able to get it rolling again and has already given it a basic cleaning to make it easier to evaluate. It has some issues, but could be a sweet project! Find it here on eBay in Great Barrington, Massachusetts with a current bid of $2,859.

The seller’s photos are quite small in their ad, so I messaged them and asked for larger photos. A few hours later, I had higher resolution photos in my inbox! Being a Barn Finds’ Reader has it’s perks, especially if you are in the market for a Zephyr.

Powering this grand old car is Lincoln’s flathead V12, which was quite the powerhouse back in 1940! It’s rated at 110 horsepower, which doesn’t seem like much but it was impressive in it’s day. What’s truly impressive is this engine’s ability to create torque, with a nearly flat torque curve from 400 rpm up to 3,500. It won’t blow the doors off, but it’s more than enough to be a comfortable cruiser.

This Lincoln definitely has it’s flaws, but the seller seems to be upfront about all the issues. Giving it a proper restoration will likely get very expensive, but if that’s the route you decide to go with it, you’ll be rewarded with a beautiful V12 powered car. Think how cool you’ll feel telling everyone your car has a V12 in it! And if you decide to go a more customized route, that option could be fun and wouldn’t cost nearly as much. So, which would it be for you?