Why This 1956 Continental Mark II Cost a Fortune—and Still Lost Money!

The 1956 Continental Mark II was developed by Ford’s Continental Division as a handbuilt luxury car with a base price of $10,000, placing it among the most expensive vehicles in the world at the time. Each car was assembled with extensive quality control, and production totaled just over 3,000 units across 1956 and 1957. This video examines its engineering, craftsmanship, pricing, and production history. Correction: 13:30 Stainless Steel!