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1954 Lincoln Cosmopolitan Coupe Rally Car

United States • 13 May 2022

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This 1954 Lincoln Cosmopolitan Coupe, nicknamed “La Bestia del Norte,” is a veteran of 11 La Carrera Panamericana races, powered by a rebuilt 341ci Y-block V8. Modified for racing with a roll cage, racing seats, and upgraded suspension and brakes, it shows cosmetic wear with an off-white repaint and various modifications, offered with trophies, medals, and a clean California title.

Condition

6

The vehicle is described as having been repainted with imperfections in the finish. It has undergone significant modifications for racing, including peaked hood and fenders, frenched headlights, and shaved handles. The interior features racing seats, harnesses, and a roll cage, with the seller noting that the seats and harnesses do not meet current FIA standards. The listing mentions corrosion underneath and the odometer reading is likely inaccurate. Considering these factors, the car falls into the 'Good' category, reflecting moderate wear and some reconditioning needed.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

54LA5476H

Odometer:

47,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

This 1954 Lincoln Cosmopolitan Custom Sport Coupe is an 11-time participant in the modern La Carrera Panamericana that was transformed into a race car before twice completing the race in the late 1990s with its previous owner.

It was acquired in 2002 by its current owner, who overhauled and modified it for participation in the 2005 La Carrera Panamericana.

The car was driven by the owner and his co-pilot from Los Angeles to the start of the 2005 race in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico, before completing the first of nine La Carrera Panamericana appearances in a 10-year span.

Power is provided by a 341ci Y-block V8 that was reportedly rebuilt and installed in 2013 with ECU cylinder heads, a Ford truck intake manifold, an Edelbrock 600-cfm four-barrel carburetor, and PerTronix electronic ignition.

Additional equipment includes a 700R4 automatic transmission, a Ford Torino 9” rear end, four-wheel disc brakes, an aluminum radiator with an electric cooling fan, lowered suspension with Fox alu...