Lincoln Continental V12
In 1939, Lincoln introduced the Continental, and it is still the nameplate that most people commonly associate with this brand. The company wanted a car with a European or Continental appearance and style. So, they took a Zephyr chassis and a V12 engine and put it in a gorgeous coupe or convertible body.
The Continental even featured a spare wheel on the trunk, which later became a trademark detail on many future Continental cars. This first-generation Continental proved to be popular since the V12 engine had loads of power and the car looked like million dollars while cruising the streets. The production lasted until 1948. Interestingly, it was the last V12 car produced by a major U.S. manufacturer.