You could have a Rolls Royce, a Bentley or a Maybach. But for sheer imposition and sensory assault, nothing comes close to the Zimmer Golden Spirit. Styled after classic luxury saloons of the 20s and 30s, it’s exactly the sort of car we can see T. E. Lawrence driving, were he still alive today.
It’s the kind of vehicle that stops traffic, gets people pointing, gawping and waving, and would be the main attraction wherever it goes. Based on a Ford Lincoln, Zimmer spend months creating these conversions, restyling and tweaking almost every inch of the vehicle.
Aesthetically courageous, luxuriously appointed and running a reliable, robust 4.6-litre Ford V8, it’s a surprisingly usable machine. If you’re the kind of person who loves to make an entrance that Cruella de Vil would be proud of, then this is very much the vehicle for you.
Twin rear Alpine DVD players with seven-inch screens and individual headphones
All of the driving controls and switchgear elements appear to be in good order, with some wear evident to the multi-function steering wheel and its leather trim
The generous boot space (or trunk, what with this being a Stateside vehicle) is trimmed in grey carpet and is in fine fettle
We’re assured by the vendor that everything works as it should, with no issues reported
Impactful silver paintwork with black pinstriping to the flanks and rear
Generally, the paint appears to be in good order, with just a few minor marks and blemishes
The only notable issue we saw with the paint is a set of runs to the rear off-side quarter
Sweeping front and rear arch design, with hints of running board
The bodywork appears to be nicely finished, with no damage or corrosion we could see
Tastefully bedecked with period styling features and gold accoutrements, including driving lamps and gold air horns
Dynamic hood ornament takes the form of an eagle, wings akimbo and claws set
Wide, polished metal bumpers front and rear show nicely
There are side-fender mounted spare wheel cases, as well as a rear-mounted spare wheel cover
Eagle-embellished number plates frames
We do note that the number plates are not currently in a road legal format for the UK
Keycode access panel for the driver’s door
Tinted windows offer occupants privacy as they cruise, ensconced in luxury
Rear mounted chrome luggage rack
Side hinged bonnet covers give easy access to the engine bay
Underneath, all appears to be clean, straight and tidy, with no damage we could discern, just a smattering of surface corrosion to some drivetrain componentry
16-inch spoked wheels, with centre fixing and gold spin locks we noted some surface corrosion to the spokes, but generally they look eminently usable
The wheels are shod in a new, matched set of Bridgestone tyres
Heroically styled, replete with opulent appointments and sure to make a splash wherever you take it, this Zimmer is the perfect mode of locomotion for the gentleman or lady who desires to make a statement.
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2002 Zimmer Golden Spirit – Ford Lincoln 4.6-litre V8 Auto LHD
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