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Lincoln Zephyr I gallery (1935–1942)

The Lincoln-Zephyr was a pioneering luxury car of the Art Deco era with streamlined aerodynamics and a V12 engine.

All photos 23 I 7 1935–1942 II (CD338) 0 2005–2006 III (C2) 0 2022
Lincoln Zephyr I photo 45307 640 x 480 51 1939
Lincoln Zephyr I photo 45306 640 x 480 54 1939
Lincoln Zephyr I photo 45305 640 x 480 51 1939
Lincoln Zephyr I photo 45304 640 x 480 53 1939
Lincoln Zephyr I photo 45303 640 x 480 57 1939
Lincoln Zephyr I photo 45302 640 x 480 51 1939
Lincoln Zephyr I photo 45301 640 x 480 49 1939

The Lincoln-Zephyr was introduced in November 1935 as a 1936 model, bridging the vast price gap between standard Ford V8s and the ultra-exclusive Lincoln Model K. Styled by John Tjaarda and refined by Edsel Ford and Bob Gregorie, it featured an advanced aerodynamic teardrop silhouette and modern unitized bridge-truss construction. Power came from a unique 267 cubic inch (4.4-liter) flathead V12 engine producing 110 horsepower, paired with a three-speed manual transmission. Available body styles included two-door and four-door sedans, coupes, and open convertibles. For the 1940 model year, engine displacement grew to 292 cubic inches (4.8 liters) generating 120 hp, while sealed-beam headlights were integrated directly into the fenders. A final pre-war facelift in 1942 gave the front end a heavier horizontal grille before all civilian automotive assembly ceased for wartime production. The model was primarily marketed in North America.