What's the Best Luxury Car for 1972? Imperial LeBaron, Lincoln Continental or Cadillac Deville?

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  • Let's take a look at these impressive land yachts for 1972, Chrysler's Imperial Lebaron (440V8) and Lincoln's Continental (460V8).
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  • @althunder4269
    @althunder4269 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I live my automotive life vicariously through Adam.

    • @Primus54
      @Primus54 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Me too. Adam won’t divulge precisely how many vehicles he has in his collection, and of course he continues to add to it, so I suspect he’ll continue to feed my addiction.

    • @johnlandacre767
      @johnlandacre767 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As do I. I can’t decide what to buy, where to find it, or how much to pay, so I just watch the master at work. I may weaken eventually, though.😅

  • @craigcoe5332
    @craigcoe5332 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I always loved the look of the Lincoln Continental. I would take that over the Chrysler.

  • @MrScottie68
    @MrScottie68 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    The Imperial wins by leaps and bounds. The fuselage, although now 50 years old, with its clean lines still looks fresh and modern.

    • @onlyoneamong300
      @onlyoneamong300 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Absolutely! The thing is that simplicity is timeless and the Imperial here reached the apex of Chrysler designing with its totally uncluttered style. The Lincoln is beautiful as well, but it looks dated compared to the Imperial. However, the Lincoln's tail lights are the winner for me because they look simple and sophisticated. In the end, I'd take both: the Lincoln to go the Opera and take the wife to a fancy dinner and the Imperial to show off and delight everyone's eyes on the freeway! 😁

    • @goldenltd1970
      @goldenltd1970 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Didn't in '72. The design was very outdated that year, as boxy designs were taking over

    • @91dodgespiritrt
      @91dodgespiritrt 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@goldenltd1970 "Outdated in 1972?" "Boxy designs took over?" Did you sleep through the 70s, Mr. Rip Van Winkle? HA, HA Boxy designs didn't arrive in any numbers until the late 70s and early 80s.

  • @steven.l.patterson
    @steven.l.patterson ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Finally a comparison between competing models - please have more of these!

  • @m.pietro9087
    @m.pietro9087 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    These two cars are absolutely jaw dropping!!!! I could sit down and contemplate them all day long.

  • @blockcl
    @blockcl ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I noticed when you put the hoods down, the Imperial sounded very clanky, while the Mark had a nice bank vault sound to it.

  • @trwsandford
    @trwsandford ปีที่แล้ว +18

    As much as I love that Lincoln... That Imperial LeBaron has the coolest grille ever made. What a machine! and seriously? the 440? I love it!

  • @alcyr5655
    @alcyr5655 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Long time Mopar guy, those are both sweet cars, and I do appreciate all brands. But the grille and taillights on the Imperial is a win for me.

  • @markdc1145
    @markdc1145 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Amazing how good the Imperial looks next to the Lincoln, the surround chrome bumpers and hideaway lamps are peak Detroit styling. It's also reassuring to know that Syd Mead's car is in such good hands. 👏👏

    • @MasterMalrubius
      @MasterMalrubius ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Agreed. That styling on the Imperial is classy while having some futuristic lines which give it a bit of a sinister demeanor. I love it.
      And no one is going to take better car of a classic than Adam.

    • @DB-hr5xy
      @DB-hr5xy ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My oldest brother always had Lincoln’s.
      In fact He had a blue with blue interior 72 just like yours.
      Of course being a kid, I was more impressed with Cougars, Challangers , Chevelles and those kinds of cars, even back then.
      But I do remember it being a really nice car.

  • @davidwatt7663
    @davidwatt7663 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I’m surprised more people don’t stop and stare at these two beautiful cars while you’re filming Adam. I know I would 😊👍

    • @WhittyPics
      @WhittyPics ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I would have to check them out

    • @foolishwatcher
      @foolishwatcher ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The people in the neighborhood are probably so used to Adam driving around and filming his cars, they have seen them all through the years.😅

    • @diogocatalano9557
      @diogocatalano9557 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I thought the same.

  • @OnkelPHMagee
    @OnkelPHMagee ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I knew that you'd pick the Lincoln because of how you've praised Ford's ride comfort in the past. As a lifelong Mopar addict, I've found myself equally addicted to the whistle of a TorqueFlite at moderate speeds and the reduction gear starter. Thanks for a fun episode,

    • @seed_drill7135
      @seed_drill7135 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yeah. Personally I don’t care for soft rides. Living in the mountains and being prone to motion sickness, I want as little body roll as possible. We had a 72 New Yorker growing up, and I never yakked once! I actually made myself queasy driving Grandma’s ‘90 Crown Vic. Hated that car.

  • @Primus54
    @Primus54 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    If you let your imagination wander, at a glance the straight on look of the Imperial’s front end could be confused with the back end of a car.

    • @dj33036
      @dj33036 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's exactly why I think the Lincoln was a much better looking car.

  • @James__Gregory
    @James__Gregory ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I have always been a continental fan. My mom had two in the 70s. I feel like the logo turned on its side in the back accentuates the width of the car and if it were the usual vertical configuration it would not do that. It really makes the car look as wide as it is long. Such a beautiful example. I love the absence of the vinyl roof on this.

    • @canerguener8664
      @canerguener8664 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great memories. A lot of people in Europe can not imagine this.

  • @kroge007
    @kroge007 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I would say hands down it’s the look of the Imperial.

    • @petestaint8312
      @petestaint8312 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Agreed! 👍

    • @willijiem
      @willijiem ปีที่แล้ว +7

      And the driveline is much better too! The 440 and the Torqueflite transmission are a great combination!

    • @jorgeespejo9639
      @jorgeespejo9639 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Absolutely! A pleasure to drive a luxury sedan With that great combination

    • @fourpoint64
      @fourpoint64 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The Imperial handles better with a torsion bar suspension. Plus it has corinthian leather😂

    • @petestaint8312
      @petestaint8312 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@fourpoint64 Corinthian leather??? 😄 good one

  • @rtchrg440
    @rtchrg440 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Two of my all time favorites - love hidden headlight full size big block land yachts. Luxurious and sinister at the same time!

  • @pieterk4960
    @pieterk4960 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    The Imperial looks best imho. The gold interior is a bit over the hill but the exterior looks so clean. What a nice review.

  • @dominickserignese8837
    @dominickserignese8837 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I always liked the looks of those big Imperials. Very unique looking car. Beautiful automobile! I'm still amazed at how little miles are on both vehicles.

  • @brandonhall8059
    @brandonhall8059 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Ive always loved the fuselage Imperial and it would be my pick but that Lincoln is beautiful, too. I wish America made these big land yachts today....in a perfect world..

    • @timothykeith1367
      @timothykeith1367 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I don't understand the raving of the Tesla Cybertruck, but it doesn't look like anything else. A garbage truck also has its own unique appearance. These big American cars were often reviewed side by side in magazines of the day.

    • @onlyoneamong300
      @onlyoneamong300 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely! They make huge SUVs and pickup trucks anyway! So, the Big Three could perfectly bring back the good, old American coupes and sedans of the early 70's, as well. They would of course have to have XXI century requirements like crash and child safety, air bags, rear camera, USB ports, etc.

    • @it1988a
      @it1988a 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      If it was built again, it would have to be electric in this f'ed up Obiden society.

  • @robertdryburgh1457
    @robertdryburgh1457 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Hard choice for me. I would love to have BOTH of these haven driven several examples of each back in the day. The vinyl delete on the Lincoln is especially nice.

  • @NYCBluesTRio
    @NYCBluesTRio ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I grew up in an affluent area in the 60's and 70s. You saw a lot of Lincolns in those days. Imperials were less common but they were around. Of course Cadillacs were probably the most common. As a kid I was all about sports cars and referred to the big American cars as boats. Your videos have given me a new perspective and a greater appreciation for these old boulevard cruisers.

    • @wilsixone
      @wilsixone ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I see what I think is you're from the same area as me, I grew up on Long Island out in Northport. Yes, there were lots and lots of Lincolns and Cadillacs back then - it's still the same, but now it's more Mercedes & BMW. Still have quite a few Cadillac people too, in fact I bought my mom a 2003 deVille from the East Hampton Cadillac dealer (edit: it's called "Buzz Chew Cadillac") way out there back in the day. Ha, hard to believe it's 20 years ago!

    • @NYCBluesTRio
      @NYCBluesTRio ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@wilsixone You called it! Roslyn Long Island.

    • @LynxStarAuto
      @LynxStarAuto ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wilsixoneThose 03 Devilles were hideous, and absolute junk engines. No wonder the Germans hijacked that market.

    • @GospelSaved316
      @GospelSaved316 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol..I grew up in a 1700 sq ft brick ranch in Cajun Louisiana and my neighbors across the street brought home a brand new GREEN Mercedes Benz W123. The CPA down the street had a 911 and the people at the very street end had a brand new Lincoln and Cadillac every other year. Other end, red Jaguar XF. I think it was some sort of childhood idol trap. The GREEN Mercedes gives it away. Green for that Green Monster of jealousy from all the other neighbors.

    • @benartee9493
      @benartee9493 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You would enjoy the „boats by the river“ get together of 69-73 c-Body Mopars in Germany. It happened this past weekend for the 8th time.

  • @treesnmoguls
    @treesnmoguls ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I really enjoyed seeing the Lincoln Continental Coupe. I do not recall seeing the Continental as a coupe back in the day; seems like it was 4 door Continentals or 2 door Mark 4's. Love the gold interior of the Imperial!

  • @eartha911
    @eartha911 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'll take the Lincoln any day. Such beautiful styling.. One of my favorite years ever.

  • @drno-xc1yt
    @drno-xc1yt ปีที่แล้ว +22

    The Imperial looks absolutely immense next to the Continental, and that's saying something!
    That grey interior on the Lincoln looks so nice - quite tasteful and non-gaudy by early 70s standards, although the gold interior in the Imperial wins the bling factor.

    • @captainamericaamerica8090
      @captainamericaamerica8090 ปีที่แล้ว

      He didn't Measure the full bumpers on Lincoln
      So the Lincoln is actually bigger.

    • @BuzzLOLOL
      @BuzzLOLOL ปีที่แล้ว

      Wasn't any "best"... all had crap emissions engines in '72...

    • @captainamericaamerica8090
      @captainamericaamerica8090 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BuzzLOLOL those engines were constantly breaking down.

  • @Jim-re3sr
    @Jim-re3sr ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My dad had a 72 Lincoln, smooth ride and lots of power

  • @adamtrombino106
    @adamtrombino106 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Like the Lincoln, love the Imp. My great uncle had a 72 4dr hdtp in blk on blk that was special ordered WITHOUT the vinyl roof, and dealer installed dual exhausts. Chrysler still offered factory dual exhausts in 72 for cars equipped with 440 engines. It's likely the dealership used most of the parts from that stock, though the Imp was longer than a NY. No idea what happened to that car after he passed.

  • @JazzzRockFuzion
    @JazzzRockFuzion ปีที่แล้ว +9

    As a life-long MOPAR fan (particularly the fuselage era) and general supporter of ‘the underdog’, it’s gotta be the Imperial for me…though I certainly can’t speak from direct driving/ownership experience as you have! 😆
    One thing I will say is that I’ve grown a marked appreciation for Ford products - particularly Mercury and Lincoln - since I began watching your channel! Thanks for everything you do, Adam!

  • @RobbyJBobby
    @RobbyJBobby ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I worked for a couple of years after high school at a factory in Oshawa, Ontario. The company was Houdaille and the largest part of their business was automobile bumpers. We made those Imperial bumpers. Heaviest, most massive bumpers that we made at that time. Great memories. I owned a 68 Mercury Park Lane Brougham at the time. Love your Mercs from that era Adam. We corresponded about mine a few years back! Keep up the great work!

  • @jefferyepstein9210
    @jefferyepstein9210 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Hands down the Imperial wins it for me. The looks and style cant be beat. It would turn heads even today. The Lincoln is nice in its own right. Ijust prefer the Imperial.

    • @craigbenz4835
      @craigbenz4835 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same here.

    • @nickzobel9922
      @nickzobel9922 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good to know Jeffery epstein still has good taste 😂🤢🤮

    • @tapper701
      @tapper701 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Very much like exterior styling of Imperial. Interior is lacking for me, does not have the same level of style as the exterior - its nice, but further refinement would be welcome ... Slainte' ! Cheers !

    • @UberLummox
      @UberLummox ปีที่แล้ว +3

      A black '71 coupe is even way better looking! Maybe he'll buy mine. :)

    • @mbenjamin292
      @mbenjamin292 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Imperial looks like from the front as if is the trunk going forward kind of nuts to me. The lincoln to me looks 💯 x better.

  • @hq21
    @hq21 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    These comparison videos are some of my favorites. It's interesting to ponder which of the Big Three's cars I would buy in the eras before I could drive (or was born). This gives us something more than just old pictures and brochures and is much appreciated.
    And while it's tough to beat the button-tufted style seats in the Imperial I'd probably go with the softer seating and ride of the Lincoln, provided the seats were about as cushy in leather as they are in cloth.

  • @bryanleary4078
    @bryanleary4078 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had a 73 4 door continental when I was a kid. Loved it. One of my favorite cars. It was Marron with white top and white leather.

  • @MrPoppyDuck
    @MrPoppyDuck ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Closing the doors on the Imperial and Continental sound like closing a bank vault door. Those doors must weigh a ton! Both are lovely boulevard cruisers!

  • @glennrussell3252
    @glennrussell3252 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Both these examples are pristine and beautiful. Works of art!!

  • @briandesrocher6882
    @briandesrocher6882 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hi Adam one day could you show your entire collection please? I have to say as I hit 40 im admiring the classic and stock look of some of these gems you have collected thank you for your fine work and narration.

    • @foolishwatcher
      @foolishwatcher ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I guess, that we all would love to see that, but it may be an undoable undertaking from what I have seen so far.😅

    • @andrewhazenberg3398
      @andrewhazenberg3398 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@foolishwatcher Yup . I would love to meet him and see all of his cars too . He must have a Jay Leno sized warehouse to store all of his cars . 😊

  • @DavidPysnik
    @DavidPysnik ปีที่แล้ว +17

    If a “king of the hill” comparison is to be done between these two and Cadillac, the Fleetwood Sixty Special Brougham should be used over the Sedan DeVille. Even using the Fleetwood, though, the Cadillac is generally inferior in fit and finish and some material quality. The Fleetwood, though, has a longer wheelbase, is longer in general, has extra interior room, and has the largest engine. It has both a nice ride and pretty good handling for its size, the combo of which makes it the most enjoyable to drive. Looks are the most subjective, but I think it was looks that most contributed to Cadillac having the sales advantage over the other two. Not that the other two are not great looking, but there was just something about that classic Cadillac look that conveys the epitome of large, traditional American luxury. It’s hard to pick just one, of course, so I would have just kept all three!

  • @portsidebear
    @portsidebear ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Syd Mead's Imperial Is definitely my choice! I would consider rearranging the spark plug wires at the distributor for a cleaner look.

  • @user-lc5wo5di9i
    @user-lc5wo5di9i ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The Lincoln's passenger side mirror is interesting in that the remote is on the passenger armrest. In 1973, the remote lever moved closer to the driver under the dashpad near the defroster and antenna buttons.

  • @davidwinslow3614
    @davidwinslow3614 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nothing like a Lincoln! Absolutely a beautiful ride and smooth.

  • @madmanmapper
    @madmanmapper ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Apparently Chrysler didn't change the headlight door motor setup very much. 90's LeBarons' door motors look nearly identical.

  • @ajjones2430
    @ajjones2430 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I owed a 72 and a 73 Lincoln Continental both were 4 doors i absolutely loved them the ride could not be matched they were the most solidly built vehicles I've ever owned i also owed a 69 Thunderbird four-door incredibly built automobiles everyone of them

  • @curry30goat
    @curry30goat ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Hi Adam, I cannot tell you how much I appreciate and enjoy the content you share regarding the 1970s big cars. Can you do a comparison between your 1972 Lincoln Continental 2 door and 1972 Mercury Marquis 2 door?

    • @RootsandTendrils
      @RootsandTendrils ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I Second that, it should also include his '73 460 equipped Ford LTD Brougham.

    • @andrewhazenberg3398
      @andrewhazenberg3398 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Adam is truly the best at what he does .👍

  • @johanbrand8601
    @johanbrand8601 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Two of my favourites of all time. Damn it I love these cars. Stunners!

  • @jeffsmith846
    @jeffsmith846 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My favorite is the Continental. Remove the hood ornament and fill the hole, remove the trim piece from each headlight door and make the doors just plain black metal. I think those two items on the front of the car do nothing for the looks. The non-vinyl top roof and the plain sides are superb. What a beautiful and well constructed car. The Imperial is a great car also but just lacks the styling of the Continental. Of course, just my opinion. To each his or her own.

  • @mitchquade
    @mitchquade ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Adam, where do you keep all of your cars? I'm picturing a cool old warehouse somewhere that's nondescript on the outside and a hidden classic car lover's paradise on the inside.

  • @terry3193
    @terry3193 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Adam, fun video. I love vintage comparisons. I have to agree with you that the Ford/Lincolns of that era had very impressive build quality. GM quality was somewhat poor, even though I do like the look of the early 70’s Cadillacs. I’d agree with your overall ranking of the big 3 but I have to say that the look of the Imperial hardtop sedan is probably the most unique and “imposing”. I just love the front end design of the Imperial. I also think the gold interior of the Imperial is stunning. It’s also not just gold but a wonderful gold with a glimmer or shimmer to it….very unique and luxurious. Great cars and great video. Thanks for sharing!

  • @scottbell440
    @scottbell440 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Adam, another really great video, i think your channel is one of the very best on TH-cam covering original vintage cars. As the owner of many ( closing in on 100 ) vintage American cars in my lifetime, I have owned many cars from GM, Ford and Chrysler, many of them were full size , which i prefer. I am most partial to Chrysler products after owning and driving many GM and Ford vehicles. But, handling and the "feel" of a car are more important to me than a pillowy soft ride, and Chrysler's full size cars were definitely superior in that area. I would like to clarify a little on the "unibody" term as it pertains to vintage full size Mopars. Chrysler came out with a new body/chassis design in 1960 for all of it's full size cars, except for the Imperial, which retained it's body on frame design until 1966, as you stated. The new Chrysler design was not a true "full unibody" design, in that it used a very heavy duty box section front stub frame that bolted directly to the rear "unibody" section, thus making it what i refer to as a hybrid unibody, with the engine and front suspension bolted to the front frame structure, similar to the 1967-81 GM F body Camaro, Firebird design ( along with Chevy Nova's and BOP equivalents from 68 up ) except that the GM design was rubber isolated from the rear "unibody". In 1970, all Chrysler's and full size Dodge's ( Polara/ Monaco) received a new rubber isolated front stub frame, followed by Plymouth Fury's in 1971, ( station wagons lagged a bit on this change ). Imperial's change to a stretched Chrysler design in 1967, but besides the wheelbase extension, they had there own unique front stub frame that was even heavier duty than the Chrysler design, and was rubber isolated right from the start in 67, using four large rubber bushings to isolate the front stub frame from the body. Imperial's used this design until 1975, the end of the line for the large Imperial. Lincolns/ Continentals from 1958 through 1969 ( not including the Mark 3 ), were true "unibody" designs, with no separate frame structure of any kind. The higher torsional rigidity of either full unibody or "hybrid" unibody cars just make for a much more solid, stable platform for a well engineered suspension to make a positive difference in handling and feel. Thanks again so much Adam, for these truly great and informative videos!

  • @jittychitty
    @jittychitty ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm a Mopar fan all the way, but the Lincoln is certainly a beautiful vehicle. You've got a couple prizes there feller.

  • @overshoe6361
    @overshoe6361 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like both, but particularly the 70-73 Lincolns. It's amazing how much better they look without the vinyl roof. Thanks!

  • @davidB-qx5tr
    @davidB-qx5tr ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You mentioned the "hard plastic" on the lincoln armrest. Another reason the upgrades on the Town Car introduced in 1972 1/2 were so nice. That armrest was padded with smooth leathers, chrome surrounds and chrome door lever openings. Made a huge difference.

  • @dmandman9
    @dmandman9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The sound of the Chrysler reduction gear starter evokes memories. I miss that unique feature about them.

  • @christopherkraft1327
    @christopherkraft1327 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey Adam, thanks for the comparison of the Lincoln Continental & the Imperial LeBaron!!! I like both cars & I absolutely love the sound of the Imperials starter!!! 👍👍🙂

  • @tombob671
    @tombob671 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My father in law bought the 72 Imperial new in 72. Sticker was 10k + , leather interior. What a magnificent automobile. Gas mileage was a consistent 7-9 mpg wheter you drove it in town or 90 mph on the interstate. A 500 mile trip with 6 passengers was no sweat, you arrived fresh and relaxed. It was the finest automobile I ever rode in. As a side note my father in law was church pals with the dealer whose family owned Cadillac and Mopar dealers. The old guy drove the Imperial saying the Caddy was unworthy of it's badge.

  • @tedlym.3390
    @tedlym.3390 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was an excellent presentation. I love owning car that no one or very few people drive now. I have all three, a Cadillac, a Chrysler, and a Lincoln. Thank you,

  • @ronsloan7662
    @ronsloan7662 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Adam, I just love your channel because you showcase the sleds of the era. Both of those cars are beautiful in their own right. My Dad had a 72 New Yorker 440 and it was a nice car but I know exactly what you're talking about with the ride. He later bought a 77 Mercury Marquis with the 460. Both cars were purchased with heavy duty suspension and trailer towing packages and were both nice cars. The Mercury was a better ride overall. At the time I thought both cars had been cheapened over time as we had a 68 New Yorker which i still have. Of course the 68 New Yorker had the high compression engine, interior and the dash was clearly higher quality than the others so I'm a bit biased. I still love seeing the cars you showcase because it brings back so many memories. Cheers!

  • @Pete-qt9bg
    @Pete-qt9bg 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Adam, thanks for the care you take of these beautiful cars.
    Keep them coming

  • @ShelterCats
    @ShelterCats ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That imperial is an absolute stunner.

  • @stuckinmygarage6220
    @stuckinmygarage6220 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd buy the Imperial today. The styling is still classic compared to the plastic shells, today.

  • @stevesosebee5860
    @stevesosebee5860 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love both cars, it would be hard to choose one 😊

  • @webb2kmo
    @webb2kmo 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I drove a '72 Imperial in high school (1976). My three biggest complaints were, in order, Replacing the plugs (#7 from under the car!), windows that jumped the track, and fuel mileage.
    Would love one like this. Mine was a coupe with the opera rear window.

  • @billyjoejimbob56
    @billyjoejimbob56 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I used to love reading those King of the Hill comparisons in Motor Trend. I have always thought that the full-frame Lincolns of the early 1970s were very nicely proportioned. the midcycle redo that ran the rest of the decade lost most of the elegant shape of the earlier cars. The Imperial was a striking shape... particularly when you consider that half of the body and all of the mechanics of the car are a badge engineered Chrysler. I actually like the last big Imperial... '74 - 75 more even tho it was even more of a badge engineered car. I agree with you, that both of these '72 competitors are better looking cars than the Cadillac. But... all factors considered, the Caddy was a better car. The sales volume certainly supports that conclusion.

  • @timferguson1593
    @timferguson1593 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1972 Chevrolet Caprice Classic. My dad was a Chevy man, my uncle was a Caddy driver. He and Dad drove to Atlanta and back. My uncle told him that the Caprice ran better, had a smoother ride and was more comfortable. The next month, my aunt was driving a Cappy!

  • @jerrysacct
    @jerrysacct ปีที่แล้ว

    Two incredible Luxury rides!!! Beautiful designs of a past automotive era. I could listen to the throaty V-8’s all day.
    Thank you for sharing your wonderful knowledge touring magnificent interiors.

  • @daviddavid5880
    @daviddavid5880 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had that Lincoln coupe. Simply adored it. (In mature retrospect a horrid junker) I loved every single styling cue inside and out. Cruising at night was freaking epic. All the gauges deeply recessed with sea green dash lighting, except for the huge red speedometer that looked like a sideways pressure gauge. It felt like a nuclear submarine. (Mine had a dark green leather interior)

  • @dmandman9
    @dmandman9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved the fender skirts that many luxury/near luxury cars had … until I needed to remove or reinstall them , especially those that were often caked with clay dirt that’s common to our area.

  • @onlyhereonce7290
    @onlyhereonce7290 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    American masterpieces. I think the Lincoln coupe is more to my liking. A great video !!

  • @kuehnel16
    @kuehnel16 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful cars thanks for sharing 👍

  • @dominickserignese8837
    @dominickserignese8837 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When I was a kid, my aunt and uncle bought a brand new 1971 LTD. Silver with a black vinyl top. The upholstery was similar to the Lincoln.

  • @ryanelectra225
    @ryanelectra225 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful cars. I had an all black 73 Continental sedan. It was indeed imposing.

  • @arkhsm
    @arkhsm ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That big Lincoln just exudes style and presence !!

  • @joen7795
    @joen7795 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very nice automobiles. I'd pick the Lincoln. Had not "noticed" it before this. I was thinking 1961 looked better. On second thought, I'll take the Imperial for the handling. Okay, either one.

  • @DSP1968
    @DSP1968 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful cars, Adam. That Motor Trend article you mentioned appeared in the April 1973 issue of Motor Trend as a comparison test. It is great to hear your impressions of the three cars. Also, the horiztontal Lincoln star first appeared on the '61 cars, I believe. I also think it was horizontal as there was not enough room on the sheetmetal for a properly proportioned vertical one. They solved that problem with the 1980 cars. And..."Highland Park hummingbird!" Love that! And, like you, I would choose the Lincoln. Having driven both, I just like the Lincoln better.

  • @Richard4point6
    @Richard4point6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lincoln for me. Styling and fit and finish by Ford at that time was stellar.

  • @turnertruckandtractor
    @turnertruckandtractor ปีที่แล้ว

    Both are just beautiful cars. Your narration is perfect for these cars.

  • @dalebaker3206
    @dalebaker3206 ปีที่แล้ว

    Adam - one of your best yet. Envious. Superb.

  • @Twinhit
    @Twinhit 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I had a '72 Coupe deVille back in 1989.
    Beautiful mint car.
    And fast. Very fast and smooth.
    No troubles.
    Til it got stolen.😢
    As for these two competitors.... they two are very nice rides as well. In excellent condition, like my Caddy.

  • @craigroosa9321
    @craigroosa9321 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love all the videos you do ! I too am a GM guy but loved all the big lux cars of the day . My father always had the big Olds and other relation had some Lincolns . Great cars in your collection and once had an 81 Seville which I loved with the big V8. 8-6-4 . Look forward to all that you review.

  • @denislandry7577
    @denislandry7577 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an absolute treat ! Well done ❤

  • @AndrewHeller-jn7dx
    @AndrewHeller-jn7dx ปีที่แล้ว

    This is really >very >Great content!
    Thanks!
    You included so much useful info!

  • @randyscott2256
    @randyscott2256 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Adam ~
    First off,thanx as always I love your videos!! Tough choice! When I was 17 in 1972 I worked for a Chrysler dealer in Cols.Oh. loved that job. Anyway I have to go for the Lincoln. Just crazy about that beautiful coup!! And it's Black!! They're both big, beautiful, luxurious automobiles.
    I miss those days. Gliding down the highway 💖. Thanx again for the vid!!!

  • @dukeallen432
    @dukeallen432 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really dig the Lincoln. Taillights. Rear quarter.

  • @machpodfan
    @machpodfan ปีที่แล้ว

    A kind of Summit Meeting here...I couldn't choose, so great to have both in your collection!

  • @kellbolin1991
    @kellbolin1991 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I so enjoy your channel, thank you for your videos as well as your most enjoyable automotive presentations of some of the cars that I loved. My folks loved cars as well and we had a 1971 Mercury Marquis Brougham Coupe'. A 1965 & 1966 Imperial LeBaron 4-Door Sedan's. A 1967 Cadillac Coupe DeVille. And a 1969 Cadillac Sedan DeVille with baroque Silk seat coverings. All of the vehicles were purchased from new, often times right off of the showroom floor! I would see a car that I liked and my father or mother would become interested in purchasing the vehicle. So as you can see, as a family of auto enthusiast, we owned many cars during the 60's and beyond right into the present. Please continue to produce you videos into the future, I just enjoy watching and listening to your style and production quality. Signed, A Big fan!

  • @michaelfluno
    @michaelfluno ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, Adam, as always. You can trace the "long" Lincoln logo back to '61 where they would use it in various narrower spots and to give a nice mid century look to boot; my '67 has it on the trunk like yours, the steering wheel hub, the door kick plates and on the door panels. I'm curious about the hood ornament: was that a dealer option or factory? The triple taillight design is also originally from '66, used in '67 and then back to the fender ends when side markers were mandated by the govt. I'm intrigued by no inside hood release; mine has it, but then again mine is front hinged - just don't know why they wouldn't keep it since it already had been developed. Very cool on the logo in the reading lights; mine are almost a mini fresnel lens, like on a lighthouse. Funny how you're right about "handling" - the 60s ones were almost sporty (I use that term loosely) and actually had firmer seats, but obviously the 70s were a whole new ball game...on another note my folks had a '71 Polara, and although not up there with the Imperial, there are many traits and brings back nice memories.

  • @jimshipp7776
    @jimshipp7776 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very well done, sir. Fascinating information; you obviously know your cars. I personally like all of the cars you mentioned.

  • @davewri2734
    @davewri2734 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a '72 Lincoln. I bought my boss's wife's car in '76. White with white leather. I drove it for five years. Like driving around on your living room sofa.

  • @matttravers5764
    @matttravers5764 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I know the Imperial's are fine cars but I've never been a fan of loop bumpers.
    They seemed to be a fad around 1970 or so and I really love the boxey Lincoln (with the blade front fender edge's), Mercury and Ford styling of that period.

  • @capitainebonhomme1609
    @capitainebonhomme1609 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for doing this video ❤
    These two cars look like they are freshly coming out of the showroom !
    How do the previous owners and yourself keep them in such magnificent condition ?
    Wow ! ❤

  • @bobhill3941
    @bobhill3941 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great video Adam. I don't like hidden headlights or leather interiors, and I love the look of that Imperial and the colour of the interior, beautifully sinister. The Lincoln's squared fenders with the bevelled edges give me 1970 Monte Carlo vibes.

  • @joedomingos8486
    @joedomingos8486 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the look of the Imperial.

  • @V8freaks
    @V8freaks ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awesome content - thank you!

  • @Sedan57Chevy
    @Sedan57Chevy ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think this is honestly the best combo you could have- the two door contis were 10/10 styled cars, and I actually think the four door imperials are better proportioned than the two doors. They each have their pluses and minuses but the Lincoln speaks to me more. I just love those big slab sided fenders and troughs. Is pick the Lincoln too!
    If I could go down to the 1972 Lincoln dealership and order one new, I'd order it exactly the same as yours, although I'd try to get a blue brocade interior instead of black.
    Aside from an eldorado, I think the full size Continental coupe was the best looking car of 1972. It's a shame the cars were rough because the styling, motors and trans were pretty good.

  • @scottguthrie8074
    @scottguthrie8074 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Loved story about Cadillac doors falling off...LMAO!! Friend was trying to be cool in front of girl at gas station, but when he got out the door fell off!

  • @williamdixon1992
    @williamdixon1992 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    2 gorgous cars! Beautiful interior in the Lincoln. Same on the Imperial. I would pick the Lincoln first with the Imperial as a close 2nd.

  • @T-41
    @T-41 ปีที่แล้ว

    Two beauties! Although they have differences, one would not go wrong with either. Thanks for showing them.

  • @KoldingDenmark
    @KoldingDenmark ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The Imperial is IMPRESSIVE, but the Lincoln is the winner to me in many ways. I have always had a soft spot for them.

  • @jorgeespejo9639
    @jorgeespejo9639 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Adam, What a beautiful pieces of museum! PRISTINE both of them! I like the Imperial rather than Lincoln! I have no words thank you so much for sharing!!

  • @jimmclean3099
    @jimmclean3099 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely gorgeous cars 👍🏻

  • @computerjantje
    @computerjantje ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for another great American cars video

  • @MNBluestater
    @MNBluestater ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Adam-have you ever considered adding a 1967 or 1968 Ford Thunderbird coupe to your collection. Styling was stunning front and back.

    • @mistert7958
      @mistert7958 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Or the 4 door with rear suicide doors and the massive landau c pillar!

  • @paulhardman2515
    @paulhardman2515 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I LOVE that Lincoln! So beautiful. I currently own a 1979 Ranchero GT that is Dark Jade metallic with gold GT stripes. It only has 28k original miles and according to its Marti report is a 1 of 1. It has Brougham badging on the interior. I love it. It gets lots of attention. I also own a black on black 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII LSC with only 30k original miles. It's near mint and I'm the second owner. Love your channel and all your cars!

  • @jonclassical2024
    @jonclassical2024 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very neat Adam, great vlog.....I think the Imperial gold interior is killer!