From the archive · Supercars · 9 March 2012

Culture: Keeping a luxury eye on Lincoln

To commemorate its auspicious 90th anniversary, the Lincoln manufacturer is showcasing the Lincoln MKZ Concept, a contemporary take on luxury that drops hints of Lincoln’s past while offering a thoroughly modern take on luxury with an edgy exterior and ultra-refined interior design.

The performance is enhanced with all-new suspension technology for more responsive handling, matched by best-in-class fuel economy, expecting 5 mpg improvement over its nearest competitor. Inside, driver and passengers will appreciate the freedom of the MKZ’s all-glass, retractable roof. Of course, the MKZ isn’t the first Lincoln to let the sky in. Car collectors and noted automotive designers from studios around the world generally acknowledge the original 1961 Continental four-door convertible as one of the most successful—and beautiful—automobiles of its era. Its crisp  design and signature suicide doors make a statement every bit as bold today as when Lincoln set the stage for luxury style half a century ago.

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