LBJ's Presidential Limousine

Permanent Exhibitions | Apr, 26 2024 5:19PM - 5:19PM

LBJ's presidential limousine on exhibit in the lobby of the LBJ Library

In 1968, President Johnson ordered this custom-built limousine to use in his post-presidency. He used it mainly while he was in Austin, Texas.

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Weighing 5,100 pounds, this four-door Lincoln limousine has a V-8 engine and is equipped with a radio, television, and telephone per Secret Service requirements. The vehicle is not armored, bulletproof, or bomb-proof.

A view of the front seat of LBJ's limo, now on display at the LBJ Library
A view of the back seat of LBJ's limo, now on display at the LBJ Library
A view of the steering wheel in LBJ's limo, on display at the LBJ Library
An under the hood view of LBJ's limo, on display at the LBJ Library
LBJ's Presidential Limousine
3rd Floor (Ground level)
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The limo is located in the lobby, to the left of the entrance doors. 

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