1530 Activity

[Nick Saron]

1530 * New from Maryland.

Hi everybody. I recently joined the group to do a little research on a MKII that we have acquired from an estate collection at the dealer I work for. There doesn't seem to be a lot documented that I can find on this one. It's car number 1530. It has an older teal repaint on it, has had the front upholstery replaced at some point, and I'm assuming by lack of engine number, that it's had an engine swap somewhere along the way. I have little history on the car. It came from Washington state approx. 15 years ago, and the owner passed away about 5 years ago. We have the car here, cleaned up, and his estate is now looking to sell it.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/B428CC60-0434-4BBC-9E7C-0B27075B30A1_zpsjsvluq2g.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/B428CC60-0434-4BBC-9E7C-0B27075B30A1_zpsjsvluq2g.jpg.html)
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[Nick Saron]

We acquired 1530 through an estate at the dealer I work for. They are looking to sell it... but I am NOT a salesman. It's part of my job to help look after the old cars we have in our collection here. I have limited history on the car, but will try to answer any questions you have. I was told it was mostly original, but I'll point out what I see with the car. I'm sure you guys can pick it apart much better than I can.
It came from Washington State to the East Coast about 15 years ago. The current owner passed a few years ago. It runs, drives, and stops well. It has an older repaint, with very little rust showing around the rear wheel wells. The front seat appears to have been reupholstered at some time, and I'm assuming by lack of engine number stamping, that it's been replaced. It does have the correct stamping number on the block, just no engine number. I also have professional pics if anyone would like to see them. They are asking $25,000 for it.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/B428CC60-0434-4BBC-9E7C-0B27075B30A1_zpsjsvluq2g.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/B428CC60-0434-4BBC-9E7C-0B27075B30A1_zpsjsvluq2g.jpg.html)
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http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/F7CE5F19-570E-488A-8087-A7FA254F2D9D_zpsobhe0pbh.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/F7CE5F19-570E-488A-8087-A7FA254F2D9D_zpsobhe0pbh.jpg.html)
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http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/83A07DDD-7F94-4ABB-AD06-CF3B1EB66C49_zpse5lu6c1w.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/83A07DDD-7F94-4ABB-AD06-CF3B1EB66C49_zpse5lu6c1w.jpg.html)
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http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/6681463B-52B6-4909-B351-200D2DF6DEA2_zpsbrlq1w6e.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/6681463B-52B6-4909-B351-200D2DF6DEA2_zpsbrlq1w6e.jpg.html)
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Flaws:
Behind RR wheel:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/F2AA1137-A542-473A-97C4-EE19062F32B8_zpstd8u8cu6.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/F2AA1137-A542-473A-97C4-EE19062F32B8_zpstd8u8cu6.jpg.html)
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/C518018B-E325-4933-9A64-7F36AC291424_zpslrbkoetm.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/C518018B-E325-4933-9A64-7F36AC291424_zpslrbkoetm.jpg.html)

LR wheel opening:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/CD4DB694-2E55-4BED-B09F-31BF0E1469A5_zpsuknx8l2i.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/CD4DB694-2E55-4BED-B09F-31BF0E1469A5_zpsuknx8l2i.jpg.html)

Odd spot at roofline:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/4AE8F71A-5041-4436-B1CD-FC51120E9496_zpsgcuuxsou.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/4AE8F71A-5041-4436-B1CD-FC51120E9496_zpsgcuuxsou.jpg.html)

Lack of engine number:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/4A9F3A31-37CC-45C0-892F-9934881E69E0_zps2h7lpllk.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/4A9F3A31-37CC-45C0-892F-9934881E69E0_zps2h7lpllk.jpg.html)

Chips in LF fender:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a349/SARON81/28F94843-F33F-4AE1-8E55-B34DE427B18D_zps9nl6l2mu.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/SARON81/media/28F94843-F33F-4AE1-8E55-B34DE427B18D_zps9nl6l2mu.jpg.html)

Hazing below rear window:
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[Nick DeSpirito]

Welcome Nick. Your car looks gorgeous. Great color.

[Nick DeSpirito]

Nick, The engine number is stamped into the block next to the distributor. I guess you know know front seat is incorrect. Here's a link to the info the Forum has on the car.

http://www.markiiforum.com/showthread.php?t=2176&highlight=1530

[ralph voorhees]

I have original seat covers that where taken off in nos boxes but not nos it would improve this car dramatically. it is code 1M6E AND IN MUCH BETTER CONDITION THAN REAR SEAT IN THIS CAR. HAVE ALSO MANY MARK II NOS PARTS. USED SEAT MATERIAL $300.00 FIRM NEW MEMBER RALPH VOORHEES 732 266 4541 NEW JERSEY

[Nick Saron]

Nick, The engine number is stamped into the block next to the distributor. I guess you know know front seat is incorrect. Here's a link to the info the Forum has on the car.

http://www.markiiforum.com/showthread.php?t=2176&highlight=1530

I took a picture of that area that I posted above. I see no number stamped there after I cleaned down to the gold paint (there is gold under the bad blue spray bomb!), so I assumed this wasn't the original engine. Is that incorrect?


I have original seat covers that where taken off in nos boxes but not nos it would improve this car dramatically. it is code 1M6E AND IN MUCH BETTER CONDITION THAN REAR SEAT IN THIS CAR. HAVE ALSO MANY MARK II NOS PARTS. USED SEAT MATERIAL $300.00 FIRM NEW MEMBER RALPH VOORHEES 732 266 4541 NEW JERSEY

Thanks! I'll pass that along to the owner.

[Joseph Stebbins]

I took a picture of that area that I posted above. I see no number stamped there after I cleaned down to the gold paint (there is gold under the bad blue spray bomb!), so I assumed this wasn't the original engine. Is that incorrect?

Try removing the throttle return spring bracket. Sometimes the SN is stamped there. I would hazard a guess if there is gold paint at the bottom of the crud that it is a Continental engine.

[ItsMikie]

Who would I contact to see the car and make an offer?

[Nick Saron]

Who would I contact to see the car and make an offer?

Private message sent!

[Nick Saron]

Car has been sold. Thanks.

[Fomobob]

I will be assisting a friend in restoring a 56 Mark II he resently purchased. Probably start sometime in March upon my return from Florida. Serial is 56C01530. Info from data plate in left door jam. Where should I look for other numbers? He can I trace previous owners?

[Fomobob]

Typo: I meant to say how can I trace previous owners?

[lincoln mark]

Become a sponsoring member and I believe that will give you access to all parts of the Forum.

[Fomobob]

I thought I was a sponsoring member for at least a month.
I have an update on 1530. I found a casting number on top and rear of the engine; ECU6015A. Another number stamped on top rear between the diistributor and the throttle return spring bracket is 544. I found a number 3 stamped on the engine under the throttle return spring bracket. I have no idea why somebody painted the engine blue, but I'm optimistic that the engine is correct and original. You guys are the experts. What is your opinion?

[Nick DeSpirito]

1524 has engine # 538, so your engine is original to you car.

[jdsnoddy]

1524 has engine # 538, so your engine is original to you car.

Since there aren't any records of engine numbers, we use a "Rule of Thumb" on the forum. Take the last four of your VIN (1530) and subtract the stamped engine numbers (544); 1530 minus 544 equals 986. Your variance of 986 is in the acceptable "Rule of Thumb" range of 982 to 989. I agree with Nick that your engine is original to your car.

Please see this below:
http://www.markiiforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=7369&d=1361058645

[Fomobob]

Thank you Nick and John. I appreciate your help.

[jdsnoddy]

Engine number is 544

[jdsnoddy]

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1957-lincoln-continental-mark-ii-7/
Ends Friday, May 25, 2026. 2:05 pm EDST
The original engine #544 has been repainted Ford blue.
No engine hood blanket.
Front bumper guards; no factory A/C.
The seller notes an oil leak and a leak at the hot water valve, and recommends the replacement of the heater hoses.
The transmission and pinion seal are leaking, and the driveshaft center support is disconnected. Rust is present on underside components.
Surface rust on floor pans from leaking heater cores.
Electric aftermarket radio antenna.
Aftermarket seat belts
Eaton power steering pump
Red oil filler cap
Photo Gallery
surface rust around the wheel wells.
Front seat is a white tuck and roll.
Front bumper looks crooked.
Seller: NorthPointeAutoGroup
Location: Plain City, Ohio 43064
Listing Details
Chassis: C5601530
97k Miles Shown
368ci V8
Three-Speed Automatic Transmission
Limited-Slip Differential
Turquoise Paint
White & Turquoise Upholstery

This Continental Mark II was acquired by the current owner in 2022 and is now offered on dealer consignment with spare parts, documentation, and a clean Ohio title.
The car was refinished in turquoise under previous ownership.
The hood ornament is broken off, the windshield wipers don?t work, and rust and additional blemishes are shown in the gallery.
The brake master cylinder is leaking, and the seller states that the front wheel bearings, lower control arm bushings, and shock lower mount bushings need to be replaced.
The three-spoke steering wheel is cracked and frames a 120-mph speedometer, a 5k-rpm tachometer, a combination gauge, and an electric clock. The five-digit odometer shows 97k miles, approximately 2k of which were added under current ownership.
1955-2006 No History Found
??-2007 Unknown Owner Seattle, WA (I)
11/11/2007 Sold EBAY Seattle WA (I) (1)
2008-2016 Unidentified Owner(s) Edgewood MD
2017 Beavercreek Ohio

[Bob Hansen]

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Pictures From:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1957-lincoln-continental-mark-ii-7/



Ohio Title: Issued 1/16/2026, Active, Franklin County
Previous Title: OH, Issued 8/23/2019, Inactive, Greene County



Attached Thumbnail is car 1533 an Entry Error, I unchecked it for download but the website posted it anyway :(