The history lesson continues! Back in February, we delved into Lincoln’s early years, from their formation in 1917 to their wartime production throughout the 1940s.
Today, Fiesta Lincoln picks up where we left off, as we turn the page to the fabulous ’50s and continue through the 1970s.
When you think of Lincoln vehicles and their relation to media culture, one famous face probably pops into mind: Matthew McConaughey. Since the actor’s pre-McConaissance role in the 2011 film The Lincoln Lawyer, the Oscar winner and his distinctive drawl have become synonymous with the Lincoln brand. In the series of commercials McConaughey has filmed since, he’s made driving a Lincoln look effortlessly cool.
And yet Lincoln’s cinematic history extends well beyond the True Detective star’s endearing endorsements. Here are five times when Lincoln and the world of movies have collided.
Five score and two years ago, Lincoln became part of the Ford family. On February 4, 1922, Henry Ford purchased the Lincoln Motor Company for eight million dollars (or roughly $140 million, when adjusted for inflation).
With over a century of history now in its rearview, Lincoln has thoroughly established its place in automotive lore. Today, help Fiesta Lincoln celebrate the 102nd anniversary of Lincoln coming under the Ford umbrella by looking back on the luxury manufacturer’s earliest days.
