1966 Lincoln Continental - Jay Leno's Garage

Jay recently bought this brilliantly engineered, original and unrestored Lincoln Continental convertible from a woman who lived three miles away from him! Lincoln savant John Cashman walks us through the unique and complex systems that make up this perfect California cruiser!

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[Peter-oroc]

Knowledge, dedication and skills like that are I'm afraid to say a dying trade

[jacktheaviator]

I had a 72 continental 2 door in high school. it got 6 miles to the gallon on a good day. But it was an awesome old bomber, i actually lived in the car while i was starting out doing pipeline work. The welders all had big 1 ton tricks and RVs, for the first year i lived in that car and saved every penny. Bought my own rig and tested out after a year, and i can thank that giant from Detroit for my career.

[SCCA]

John Cashman stopped by my house years ago and serviced all my power windows and convertible top. Best money I ever spent on my car. Great to see him getting the recognition.

[donaldleider]

My father had the same exact car, the convertible top didn’t work so my father tracked down the engineer who designed it. He was retired living in Queens NY. He was so impressed that my father found him he became his personal mechanic. Top had 36 moving parts to make it operational.

[Slaphappy]

Damn, I don't think I've ever watched someone like John Cashman who knew a car so expertly well. The 50 minutes just blew by. Once again, thanks Jay!

[johnbronco]

Jay Leno's Garage is the best entertainment online or on TV today. No politics, nice people, fascinating subjects and just a peaceful way to spend some time. THANK YOU Jay!!

[nevergonnabesilent]

7:27 - " I watched the clock and the fuel gauge move simultaneously" I'm dead! Leno had me in tears with that one

[Bassnotes]

These were truly works of art. I met an older gentleman who used to be a Lincoln salesman. He told me that he would tell every perspective purchaser to drive the Lincoln and then go drive the Cadillac and then make their decision. He said in every case the people returned opting for the Lincoln. Also, if you have ever seen the electrical schematic for these cars it's like looking at the wiring diagram for the Space Shuttle. A very sophisticated vehicle from bumper to bumper and quality components used throughout.

[AyeCarumba]

This is probably my fourth time watching this particular episode. John is about the most perfect guest. Knows when to talk, and when to listen. When I was a kid in the mid 60s, the neighbors had what was probably a 64’ or so. It was my first exposure to suicide doors. I thought it was from the future.

[HHH-yero]

“John, you’re going to be on TV.”

“Great, I’ll pack my wrinkled t-shirt, denim shorts and sandals.” I love this man!

[JeffKing]

Ok, a few points. 1. When I saw it was 50 mins, I thought ugh. Now I’m sad it’s over already. 2. John Cashman has savant level knowledge of these cars. Unreal and very impressive. 3. Ford must have lost a fortune on each one. 4. I’m surprised it weighs only 5800 lbs with all the mechanics, lead, complexity. Wonderful video, thanks Jay and John!

[mickobrien]

This man really is the definition of an EXPERT with his thing---Lincoln Continentals. It's beautiful when someone is so knowledgeable with something.

[splob]

Almost an hour of Jay and an old Lincoln. What could be better?

[joshuajenkins]

1AM in the morning and I find a 50 min long Jay Leno video about my favorite car.

[jameseverett]

It’s easy to tell Jay knows he landed a keeper in this car...he just adores this luxurious cruiser!

[BEVR]

I can't believe I am watching this 3.5 years after it aired. I own a '62 LCC and work on the trunk and top and every component myself. I even repaired the radio internally when I purchased it in 2012. Love my car. I live in California and purchased it from a guy in Pennsylvania. He had it in an airport hanger next to two planes he owned. When he uncovered it, my jaw dropped. mint original condition. I had it shipped across country in a closed auto transport trailer. So it didn't take long to figure out how it operated and what was happening. I have the original hub caps without a scratch stored away in foam. I have a second set I use on it when I drive it. Looks galore! Anyway, thanks John for loving the Lincoln as much as I do!

[charleshettrick]

THANK YOU Jay. THANK YOU! So many childhood memories! It felt like 10 minutes, not 50. So many stories about our '67 Lincoln. Just share 1: We were driving home. Brother and I in back seat. Dad turned a gently spiralling left about 20 mph. I saw my brother pull the door latch handle. I grabbed at him before the door opened and slowed his exit onto the pavement just long enough for Dad to reflexively reach over the seat, grab a pant leg and haul him bodily back to safety. Very impressive! Mom did not stop screaming for 15 mins. My brother learned an important lesson to not mess around with the car. I got promoted to the front seat ☺ because Mom always wanted to watch brother from the back seat. The 1967 Lincoln Continental is an underappreciated great car. THANK YOU for your time to share this fantastic car and your personal story with it!

[danieldwyer]

I’m so impressed the way this show is filmed, I’m not a huge car guy but boy I do love these shows, thanks Jay

[frankmarano]

Sense of humor + Love of Cars= Jay Leno. It’s wonderful how he shares his passion of automobiles with us!

[BuzzSargent]

I enjoyed this show from start to end. This is when a Lincoln was a Lincoln. A beautiful ride, an amazing car in an engineering sense. Thanks, Jay for making covid a little less stressful!