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Welcome to Year 100 & 1

    A century ago, Lincoln was born to design automobiles for those who sought an elevated driving experience. Entering year 100 and 1, we continue to reimagine what a driving machine can be. Connect with us and stay up-to-date on the past and future of Lincoln.

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      The Lincoln Model L100 concept is shown here parked in a desert.

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        CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION AT THE PEBBLE BEACH CONCOURS

        As part of our centennial celebration, Lincoln was recently featured at the 71st Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, one of the world’s most prestigious displays of historic luxury automobiles.
        • The interior of the Lincoln Aviator SUV Shinola concept is shown here.
          The event featured a wide array of iconic Lincoln vehicles dating back to 1922.

           
        • The interior of the Lincoln Aviator SUV Shinola concept is shown here.
          Attendees were able to explore the innovative Lincoln Star Concept vehicle.

           
        • The interior of the Lincoln Aviator SUV Shinola concept is shown here.
          The futuristic Lincoln Model L100 Concept was also prominently featured on the Concept Lawn.

           

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          LINCOLN THROUGH THE YEARS

          See how Lincoln has redefined the luxury automobile experience in every era along the way.
          • Four men are shown here around a table signing the purchase document for Lincoln in 1922

            1922: FORD BUYS LINCOLN

            Ford purchased the Lincoln Motor Company to build cars that were as stylish as they were useful. Henry Ford had made the most popular car in the world, but Edsel wanted to make the best car in the world.
          • A drawing of the Lincoln Model L is shown here

            1924: FORD REINVENTS AMERICAN LUXURY

            The Lincoln Model "L" was released. It combined the new assembly line process with Edsel's dedication to luxury design and stylish coachwork.
          • A presidential Lincoln motorcade is shown here

            1924: THE PRESIDENTIAL FAVORITE

            Calvin Coolidge chose Lincoln (the model 'L') as his presidential car. Lincoln would go on to make the official President’s car from 1939 to 1972.
          • A design document depicting the Lincoln Continental is shown here

            1938: INSPIRED BY TRAVEL

            Inspired by his time in Europe, Edsel returned to create a new car that was "strictly Continental" in its design. He and the Lincoln design team began sketching out new ideas.
          • A painting of a 1939 Lincoln Continental in front of a house is shown here

            1939: THE FIRST CONTINENTAL

            The first Lincoln Continental is released to the public. It’s widely regarded as one of the most elegant automobiles ever made, and considered, “the most beautiful car in the world” by Architect Frank Lloyd Wright, who bought two.
          • A sketch of a Lincoln Continental is shown here

            1951: A WORK OF ART

            In 1951, New York City’s more prominent modern art museum chose the Continental as one of eight automobiles exhibited for excellence as works of art.
          • A drawing of a Lincoln vehicle are shown here

            1976: LUXURY BY DESIGN

            Lincoln begins partnering with contemporary designers to create special-edition series automobiles. Some of the most celebrated luxury fashion brands contribute iconic designs.
          • A red 1998 Lincoln Navigator is shown here in front of a house

            1997: PERFECTING THE SUV

            Lincoln releases a full-size luxury sport utility vehicle, the 1998 Navigator, which goes on to become the #1 selling vehicle in an emerging luxury SUV segment.

          INTELLIGENT DESIGN DETAILS, YESTERDAY AND TODAY

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          Black Lincoln Continental Stretch Limo shown here.
          A woman is shown here driving a Lincoln vehicle hands-free while keeping her eyes on the road.
          1941 Lincoln Continental Shown here.
          Lincioln Aviator PowerFold third-row seats shown here.
          Shown here is a Lincoln X 100 Concept vehicle.
          Shown here is a Lincoln Wireless charging pad.
          Shown here is a Lincoln Model K Touring Vehicle.
          Interior shot of a Lincoln Panoramic Vista Roof.
          The 1936 Lincoln Zephyr is shown here
          The Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring electronic charging port is shown here
          The Lincoln Continental Mark IV is shown here
          The front grille of the Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring is shown here
          A classic four-door Lincoln Continental is shown here
          The front seats of a Lincoln SUV are shown here

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