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A tow truck company is sellling one of these with 70000 miles on it for 1500. It hasnt been registered since January so it's a lien sale I thought it was a good deal but the only thing I'm worrried about was getting it smog checked. I live in California
I need to to a video of my wife's 1982 Mercedes 380SEC. All books and maintenance records since new. Even the original window sticker of 53,000. Only 7,000 and change were built per year for 10 years.
I'm a Lyft driver and my 2011 Lincoln Town Car is the second highest mileage car on the lift platform in America with over four hundred and ninety-eight thousand miles
@@jeepthing98 that's a good thing and a bad thing the good thing is you got a car with low miles too bad thing is that most of these cars will have to have something done to them before they reach 200,000 miles
@@jeepthing98 I'm thinking about doing lyft on weekends only. Sat&Sunday so I was wondering how much could I make? And I'm also getting a Lincoln Towncar Executive L
@@brianmcreynolds2431 $2,000 plus the cost of the U-haul car trailer and putting 4 tanks of gas in my 14' Caddy ESV driving from MD, outside DC, to Dayton, OH
Postmodern Recycler They are great cars! I miss my Grand Marquis. These big cars are great and need to be marketed properly to sell. I will take rear wheel drive any day over front.
....and ford killed it, and aren’t making sedans anymore. If they took the new ranger frame, put a sedan body on it, and then stuffed a coyote motor in it...people would line up
I wish they would. The sheer volume of fleet sales of these things made Ford a shitload of profit. All they needed to do was update it to include the truck version of the 5.0 cayote V8 and a 6 speed transmission. Police departments and limo services wouldn't be able to buy enough Panthers.
@@ninjamaster3453 the analysts opinion on Ford mostly drove it lower.... and they sell mostly trucks and SUV's currently, so they will make hybrid versions of those top sellers and skip cars in north america
As a former professional chauffeur, I can attest to the longevity of the Town car...I have owned two myself,along with 2 crown vics...one car had half a million miles on it that I had put most of them on!! Love LTC!
All you need now is... The TOWN !!! You live in the country with cows, man ! Town car ?? Ooops ! (And he drives is 4×4 tandem wheel F 450 in... town, of course !!!!)
These are Great Cars!!!! Ford really screwed up big time getting rid of the Lincoln Town Car and the Crown Vic. I know they did away with the Mercury brand, but they should have kept the Town Car and Crown Vic. If Ford kept them, and kept improving them, I think they would still have great sales. Taxi's, Uber's and traditional American's would still buy them. I know everyone wants trucks, but a Town Car just has so much more style and class then a F-150 at a funeral or wedding. The Panther platform is the last of it's kind. It was the one advantage Ford had over GM. GM went unibody, Front Wheel Drive with their troubled Northstar V8's, but Ford was smart they kept the tradition of a big solid, body on frame , simple V8 that rides so good, reliable, and was relatively easy to work on. Lincoln right now has nothing that compares to the Town Car. I am not impressed with the new Lincoln Continental at all. Sorry Ford you screwed up big time, getting rid of these. I miss these cars.
I own and operate a taxi company in Maine, I currently have 6 cars in my fleet. 2 TC 07 and 10 3 marquis...05/09/11 And my service/personal car a black on black 2011 CVPI. I dread the day I can't find a ford full size RWD v8 sedan. A friend recently retired an 09 TOWN CAR EXECUTIVE L black on black bought new used for his livery service. This car is in incredible shape...maintained to highest standards and when he took the plates off it yesterday the odometer just clicked over to 750k...all original. He sent me a screen shot of the instrument cluster because I didn't believe it had 750k...lol...it does.
There will never ever be a vehicle more reliable and dependable than these. They were too good- what else can even think about approaching and exceeding 400k miles?! I miss my Crown Vic to this day. So glad I had one and know it’s possible to make something this bulletproof ❤️
Ron Wojcik any car with that much milage needs a good amount of repairs. The thing about these cars is the parts are dirt cheap. So if you do your own labor it won't cost much to keep it on the road. Maybe a few hundred a year with oil and breaks. I have a navigator thats had quite a bit go wrong with it this year. And I'm still only about $500-600 into repairs(nothing major like engine or transmission work) just little things
@@1575murray Dude, no they werent. That was the police cars, because they had extra metal rails installed in the trunk to hold their equipment. In fact, the Panther platform were the only cars in history to be able to survive a 75mph rear impact, and still drive to the body shop. requiring only minimal repairs to fix the damage.
I got a 2008 ranger 2.3 inline 4 cly with 5 speed manual it has 83,000 miles approx. 133,000km I love mine too it is super good on fuel highway does over 40mpg (Imperial)
my type of car, the last of a dying breed, i have a town car with 345,000 miles and a crown vic with 179,000 miles, i plan on driving both until they fall in the road
in my case yes because i have a crown vic ex cop car which has a stiffer suspension, i'm assuming the civilian crown vic maybe as comfortable as the town car, i never owned a civilian crown vic
I'm a limousine driver, I know this car! Glad to see you gave it recognition on your channel. I've driven all kinds of limos in my time. I was horrified they stopped production on it. NOTHING has come out to replace it's looks and utility for which it was designed and developed since. They are disappearing from the roads due to age, accidents and wear. NYC is still loaded with them though. (I had a sister 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis LS which I loved! The northeast roads did in the frame.) Just like this guy, I would love to get a Marauder (maybe an L if they made one too). Anyone know how to rebuild these cars? The limo market could use some refreshed ones.
Just bought an 05 town car with 137k miles on it and I can't believe how new it feels. Its absolutely the most reliable and comfortable car I've ever driven. Very happy with my purchase!
Air ride suspension? Even without the air ride they still had a great ride. Great cars, many are still out on the road because there's nothing you can buy today that can compare.
@@wildbill23c I had the air ride suspension. I had to change a bag once or twice on it. When that bag needed replaced I definitely felt everything on the road, but no complaints here.
I drive a 94’ signature series daily. Absolutely love it and not as much of a gas hog as people think. No worse than a minivan or suv. One thing I wish mine had is the 98-02 Cartier clock. I love that gold look to it.
Last month I bought a 2007 with 239K miles on it for $2,100 -- did my homework and believe I paid a fair price. It's a retired livery service vehicle. I love the thing.
I learned to drive in my mom's 1977 Lincoln Town Car, 460 (7.5L) V8, 3-speed C6 Transmission, 10 mpg. This Panther Platform car is an economy car in comparison! I love these cars.
I also owned a 1977 Lincoln Continental Cartier Edition. Purchased in 1982 and owned it till 2002. A garage queen most of its life, it finally became a daily driver for the last five years. Just as dependable as the Panthers, but 12MPG is all I could get out of it around town. Also owned 'a 77 Grand Marquis, 78 Grand Marquis and '78 Continental at various times over that twenty year stretch. Later owned 1999 Grand Marquis , '94 Town Car, '95 G. Marquis, and currently own a 2006 Executive Limited Town Car daily driver with about 85K on it, and '06 Designer garage queen with about 53K. I do as much of my own repairs as possible, which is one of the biggest reasons I stick with this platform. Reliability is their hallmark, and an effortless, roomy, quiet ride is a given.
Hate to be a stick in the mud, but MOST cars if properly maintained will give long and faithful service. And no, I ain't talking a Yugo. But Ford, GM, Toyota, Honda, all have the ABILITY to go a lot of miles. Do your part.
I have to disagree. If maintained by the book, I think preventive maintenance should not be necessary to run reliably. Most mechanical defects announce themselves in advance anyway (by making noises).
I love these cars, my aunt always brought Lincolns (town cars specifically) but I never appreciated the car until I got older. I will be getting one these cars in the future. Their subtle style but tasteful luxury features makes these a must have. Not to mention their excellent reliability and low cost of ownership.
Any of you ever had a secret love affair with one of those "grandma cars? " , When I was about 30, I wanted to get a 98' Lincoln Mark VIII coupe. I was embarassed to tell my friends, riding in 5.0L mustangs and camaros. The reason as the "secret love affair", because the car isn't that pretty for many, and considered as a senior citizen ride. The thing had 290hp and like 300 lb/f torque! and the ride was like swinging in pillows and fully equipped with all sorts of gizmos and gimmicks. Once you sat in one, it was selling itself.
Friend in college had a black on black 1977 Cougar XR-7 leather 2-door I rode in once. I didn't fully appreciate it, as I was a Chevy guy back then... I'm a grandpa now at 58, so I guess it's okay if I love panther platform cars.
I just bought this car 2 days ago and im soo happy. I uave 390,000 on dash and everyone thinks im crazy for buying it. Im happy to see yours over 400,000 and strong. I hope to prove everyone wrong
Hi from Liverpool UK. I once owned a 77 town car, man that thing was a beast. Electric seats heated everything,headlight doors, moon roof , it was fully loaded, 19 and a half feet long and everyone got out of my way. Kids came along and she had to go @12mpg. I still miss that car😢😢
I've owned alot of vehicles in 45 years of driving. My 2001 Grand Marquis is definately the most reliable I have ever owned. Theres alot of good runners out there, but for people who always speak out the sides of their mouth about Fords..you have no clue. A young man I work with at a repair shop is always saying he will never own a Ford. He drives gm and even a toyota and he spends more time asking for a ride than he does driving his own vehicles. lol
I've always owned muscle cars but something about a Lincoln especially this one whenever I see one of these in person it gets me wet these cars are beautiful as long as you take care of them they will run forever and eat potholes for breakfast brunch and dinner all in one meal.
Amazing mileage on a factory build! I've had the pleasure of driving an early 90's town car and it was a sweet comfy ride after doing head gaskets on it. Previous owner overheated it big time, to the point of stalling it. I'm surprised it didn't do more damage other than gaskets actually, ran great afterwards. Thanks for the video.
I have a Lincoln mks 2009 with only 82000 miles on it. Beautiful car and definitely a head turner. 😬 Runs like a dream and has heated and cooled seats, heated backseats as well. Totally luxurious. I love Lincoln's and am not an old man. 😁
I just got mine yesterday on the 4th of April had 84,000 miles on it it came from a Microsoft executive show for great condition of cars immaculate it's a winner and it's comfortable.
get one now while they are cheap and obtainable. 10- 20 years from now wont be able to find em cuz owners will want a fortune for them they are that good!
Russell Souder And every city I've been to has crown VICS at least laying around, even if it's just a few So I'm guessing where you live they probably had much older crown vic police cars or had much higher mileage than most departments
@@JDMHaze could be. The city I live in never used them to begin with. The county cars that were crown vics are completely gone. I know most of the county officers. But the city I actually live in has 2 chargers and the rest are Dodge Durangos. I think they still have one Dakota running around too. For whatever reason they refuse to use fords vehicles.
If you're from NYC, these cars were the regular taxi vehicles you would take and if you saw them outside the city, you would be amazed that people had this car as a daily. We took it for granted.
We have a 2001 tc diamond sl, with every option, 132000 miles 25-28 mpg at 80 mph so comfortable, I can cover 900 miles a day, and I'm 79 years old,my wife drive's it every day in town, we love it.
I had a 1979 MK-V (Mark-5) and a 1979 Lincoln Town Car,you can't go wrong with either one of these cars,a million miles is quite possible in either model.Both cars feature the large bell C-6 automatics in them and are built like tanks!!.
Just bought a 1999 town car last week for $1500 and love it. Needed a wiper motor. When I did that I cleaned the whole engine bay, cleaned the MAF, removed leaves and debris from the drainage area fixing the leak into the passenger footwell, removed the bubbling tints, changed the oil, put in new head light and signal bulbs, I sanded and coated the head lights, deep cleaned the seats, floors and headliner, replaced all interior bulbs with LEDs, and did some paint correction. and wow it looks sooooo good did it all myself this past weekend! Cost less then $100 in supplies I didn’t already have. And best part … only 120,000 miles! Just passed inspection! And less then $100 a month to fully insure ?! Can’t beat that! Loving this car already! Things a leather couch on wheels and I own it outright! Great video !
@@whitegoodman7465 around 18 mpg cruising. But since the exhaust, intake, throttle body and tune my foots suddenly got heavier Lol. So probably less. But I go for smiles per gallon :)!
My grandfather had a Mercury Grand Marquis. He wouldn’t get the Lincoln cause he thought it was too fancy, LOL. I remember riding in his car, it was so smooth. For a while I owned a ‘80 Thunderbird, a two door boat and a half. Very smooth as well and if I pushed the gas pedal to the floor you could almost see the needle moving toward the E. Wish I had kept it around but for some reason I didn’t want to have two cars back then.
I hate to admit it but I did work for a huge taxi company for 3 months back a few years ago, I hated that job. But anyways they were still using Ford Crown Vics with the 4.6L V8, they all had over 500k miles and still going. The taxi company was trying to get something more modern and bought 10 Toyota Camry's but they didn't last a year. Keep in mind taxis go through pure hell; gear shifter goes from Drive to Park a 100x a day, the back doors (mainly the right rear one) opens and closes a 100x a day, mostly in town driving, tons of idling, during busy seasons (the holidays) they tend to miss their scheduled oil changes, etc. I drove a wrecker many years before that; I saw many high mileage American (Domestic) cars. The fact is that high mileage Foreign (Import) cars tend to get more publicity then the American cars do.
Ford never had a 4.6 liter v6 in their trucks or vans. It was a v8. The 6 cylinder was a 4.9 (on older early 90's and 80's trucks and later became a 4.2l
I have a 2001 Towncar- it only has 270,000 miles. This car is built like a tank! I was stopped waiting for a stoplight to change, a woman slammed into me~ must have been about 30+ mph. Her car was completely totaled, front end crushed into the windshield. The Towncar had a crack in the bumper, but you couldnt see it and I never had it repaired. That was the only damage and it was 150,000 miles ago. I felt the jolt when she hit me, and was pushed forward a couple yards or so. I felt like the Towncar saved my life. Recently my friend replaced the timing chains and said it was the cleanest engine he had ever see. The engine runs great!! The main problem having now is the rust from Chicago winters. Love it so much I bought a 2010 Towncar 5 months ago.
Newer ford products are generally more reliable than older ones, but those were beasts. They stopped selling them, because the demand for body on frame, large rwd American sedans dropped off lol. Especially with the crown vic, basically the only people who bought crown vics new were cops and taxi drivers.
Newer ford products are generally more reliable than older ones, but those were beasts. They stopped selling them, because the demand for body on frame, large rwd American sedans dropped off lol. Especially with the crown vic, basically the only people who bought crown vics new were cops and taxi drivers.
I have a 97 Town Car with 658 thousand miles on it and only had to change the intake the injectors and the rear airbags and other than maintenance stuff that's it and yes this car is a boat and I love it.
Last of the great fords.. And they quit making them... The only decent car front engine rear drive as it should be. Body on frame.. And then they quit making them. Sounds like something Pontiac would do. And we all know what happened to Pontiac. Ford now is going after top heavy roll over easy SUV's!!
Ford is moving to SUV's and Trucks because the cars aren't selling outside of the Mustang. Also the new SUV's still have good reliable and are hard to roll over (Ive driven a 96 explorer for 2 years and I drove it like a Mustang, never came close to tipping once). There is a reason why Police departments are getting Explorers and Expeditions. Good Gas Mileage, Beefy engine that can move when need to and the space to hold detainees and other armaments such as the shotgun.
That's why home mechanics love panther's as daily drivers. Parts are cheap, they're easy to work on, and don't break down very often. Scheduled preventive maintenance is all that's required to keep them running, and this car is proof.
Love the Panther platform, and my favorite thing about this one is the stretched rear seating area. That leg room is incredible. Dayum, I gotta get me one of these!
I got that same engine in my 1994 4.6 Mercury Cougar Coupe and it runs quiet as a mouse and damn near over 400k miles and still on the road I love that car and easy to work on
It's not the opinion of the owner..these are one of the most reliable cars on the road..Look on e-bay and pull up Town Car..then sort them by mileage..high to low..you see many with well over 300K miles..They are great cars..no matter what Scotty says...The Ford Panther platform was great..even law enforcement still miss the old Crown Victoria's..now they are stuck with FWD Impala's and Malibu's..
He’s mentioned this model previously in some videos about good luxury cars I think, something along the lines of it being the most budget friendly one on the market
Scotty did a 3 used luxury vehicles that he recommends. One is an Acura RL or TL. Another is Lexus ES and GS with a V6. The Town Car is the other recommendation. He noted that the engine is pretty bulletproof and with regular maintenance can go past 500k miles.
I just bought a One Owner 2001 Lincoln Town car with a binder full of ever single repair ever done on it since it was new. it had 74.000 miles on it. New it sold for $44.000, I paid $4.400 for it. Garage kept since day one, as it will be from now on. Black exterior with dark Gray leather interior. Best thing is I found the shop that has done all of the maintenance on it for the last 19 years.
My Dad hates Ford products but my Step Mother's sister is a realtor. She had Town cars. She always got 300,000 + on them before trading them. He drove one ( about a 2000 model). He said even though it's a " DAM Ford", he really liked it.
mine is an 2003 f150 xlt with 247,000 miles and runs like new, even still has the new car {petroleum plasticide] smell in the cab as not one stinking badge i mean cigarette butt has ever been smoked in it, and is yours an xlt?
hey, so i can keep an eye on mine, what exactly died on yours, like did the engine blow or what, how come you did not take to a mechanic and have it fixed? what happened? am turning off puter in a few minutes and will be back tonight, thanks!
06 TC Signature, 499,375 miles. Ex livery, kept in excellent shape, always garaged. I work for the limo company, they retired it three years ago at 460,000 miles. I bought it from them for a song. Still looks and drives like new.
That's why I *NEVER* open my car door wide on a side street; because a bus-load of nuns *WILL* come screaming along, angrily shaking yardsticks out the bus windows, and rip my driver's door clean off!!
I have one(2004) with 610.000 and another one(2008) with 470.000 Both of them looks better than lot of few years old... I just changed a battery a few days ago... :D I love them!
My 88 TC (5.0) ran 510K miles before a ring landing burned thru, one trans replacement was all, my 04 CVPI ran to 299K when I sold it (it was never striped caged or black and white) for more than I paid for it, even though I put on 110K of those miles. It ran as new and handled too. My current 06 Grand Marquis has a mere 111K and of course, runs very well. High gears and soft suspension (compared to the 04 CVPI) but I don't plan of replacing it anytime soon. PS the Marauder had 302hp from the factory
I have a 89 lincoln town car limo with 489.000 miles and it has the same drive train and still runs... but had to take it off the road due to the frame being to rusty... These panther platforms was the best in my opinion ford ever built.!!! Thanks for sharing.!!!
Back before every single luxury car had to have a giant screen in the middle of the dashboard! I prefer the older luxury cars over the new ones. A new luxury car wouldn't last half as long as this car before as the modern tech stuff would start falling apart!
Erich H I have a 1998 Lincoln Continental and I agree. Honestly that car feels more high tech and luxurious than modern cars do and I hate the way modern cars feel.
I have had a 1979 Lincoln Tow Car Continental, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII, a 1989 Lincoln Town Car, and a 2001 Lincoln Continental. Each drove like a dream and had the big boat float feel going down the road. Easy to work on too except 2001 which always had electrical and computer issues, but otherwise was nice to drive. I miss them and would gladly own one from any of those earlier eras again. A lot better than today's computers on wheels.
I love how everyone keeps acting like this car is some antique. Lol it's a mid 2000's model and a Lincoln at that. It's just as computerized as anything made today
@@doctorfeinstone6524 They were relatively simple tech wise no matter the year. Look at a bmw or mercedes of that era and the amount of tech would make your head spin if you have to work on one.
I have a 2002 signature. I LOVE IT!! Working on AC now as we speak. After watching Scotty's video of course. Other than replacing the air bags with springs and an ignition coil here and there I love this car.
I take pride in my 2007 Executive L - love taking it on road trips - has less than 219,000 miles. Only issues I’ve had were parking brake getting stuck from sitting parked too long and the notorious passenger side floor leak which I think I fixed by sealing the area under the a/c intake cowl w/ black permatex.
Sorry I didn't catch you sooner on how to fix this problem. Take the plastic cowl off under the rgt wiper there's a drain screen that allows water to flow inside the fender. The screen plugs and then the water leaks inside passenger side. Take the screen and throw it away. Ihave a 2006 exec L w/ 399,750 miles no leaks.
I was fortunate to purchase a beautiful 2006 Lincoln Town Car Signature series in New Mexico in May 2022. 123,000 miles on it, looks perfect, runs perfect. Only issue is when I drive it in Albuquerque, I see people checking it. Not sure if they are admiring it or if they want to Jack it!
@@michaelhungate7506 I’m asking if the car is hard or annoying to drive sometimes because it’s so long because I’m used to a civic which is a lot smaller but I’m considering getting a Lincoln but the car is so long and I live in Miami and I’m the type to cut up through traffic a lot.
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A tow truck company is sellling one of these with 70000 miles on it for 1500. It hasnt been registered since January so it's a lien sale I thought it was a good deal but the only thing I'm worrried about was getting it smog checked. I live in California
I need to to a video of my wife's 1982 Mercedes 380SEC. All books and maintenance records since new. Even the original window sticker of 53,000.
Only 7,000 and change were built per year for 10 years.
Scotty. What do you think of the Buick Lucerne?
Scotty what do you think of the LS1 engine? Any problems I should expect from it? I have a 2002 Pontiac Trans Am.
Hey I've got a 78 Lincoln continental town car with 55000 miles if you ever want to feature it it's all original except new pain
I'm a Lyft driver and my 2011 Lincoln Town Car is the second highest mileage car on the lift platform in America with over four hundred and ninety-eight thousand miles
What is first?
I do LYFT and have a 2010 Town Car Signature L. Only 83k miles!
@@jeepthing98 that's a good thing and a bad thing the good thing is you got a car with low miles too bad thing is that most of these cars will have to have something done to them before they reach 200,000 miles
@@jeepthing98 I'm thinking about doing lyft on weekends only. Sat&Sunday so I was wondering how much could I make? And I'm also getting a Lincoln Towncar Executive L
The car now has 508.980.4
With mileage like that, this Lincoln’s basically been to the moon and back! _(Distance to the moon and back to Earth is 477,712 miles)_
The moon is much closer than that!!
bob733333 lmao
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Moon is a hologram brother
@@bob733333 That's the distance to the Moon and back.
@nunchaku101 Yes visit MAG BITTER TRUTH
I saw one with over 900k still running great. I just bought an 06 signature L with almost 300k Sunday and it’s so clean and runs like it did when new.
I found one with only 50k miles for 5500 it looks so tempting 😂
300k is it your beater?
The are the safest, most luxurious and most comfortable cars ever made, so roomy. I love Lincoln.
Just bought a 2009 with 145k for $4500. Ice blue Signature Limited. Runs, looks and drives amazing.
I have a 2007 Town Car L 725,000 Miles... I win!!!
728,458 as of today....
@@scanrandall3038 do continue
295k on my 06
Wow you drive a lot
Scan Randall I have a 2009 with 71,000 miles on it. I think I win sir. Video on my channel.
Bought a 96 Lincoln Town a few years ago with 80k on it. Just turned 100k a couple months ago, she runs beautifully. Plan on driving her forever.
'02 with 77k miles 😁
Those are my favorites (95-96-97). I finally scored one last night. 97' Cartier!!!! 232k and is my 5th Panther!
Still going strong?
@@LSp8 how much did the Cartier run you?
@@brianmcreynolds2431 $2,000 plus the cost of the U-haul car trailer and putting 4 tanks of gas in my 14' Caddy ESV driving from MD, outside DC, to Dayton, OH
Best American sedan ever made.
Impala 96 SS
Crown Vic takes the cale
Lincoln Towncar commands respect
@@antoniopilar6941 I'll take your opinion more seriously when you ditch that Mexican flag.
@@antoniopilar6941 *cake
The Panther cars are the single greatest achievement of automotive history.
Postmodern Recycler
They are great cars!
I miss my Grand Marquis.
These big cars are great and need to be marketed properly to sell.
I will take rear wheel drive any day over front.
The king of all cars. Mines a 2005 vic lx
....and ford killed it, and aren’t making sedans anymore. If they took the new ranger frame, put a sedan body on it, and then stuffed a coyote motor in it...people would line up
I love your profile picture
They last as long as Toyotas.
Dear Ford,
Resurrect the panther body!
Mississippi_Man1 discontinued in 2012 because they were too lazy and cheap to install Stability Control(mandated for 2012+ models)
I wish they would. The sheer volume of fleet sales of these things made Ford a shitload of profit. All they needed to do was update it to include the truck version of the 5.0 cayote V8 and a 6 speed transmission. Police departments and limo services wouldn't be able to buy enough Panthers.
Ford should really do that, given their current financial situation.
No. They want to push gas guzzling trucks and a mustang. Thats all folks.
Stock tanks to decade lows
@@ninjamaster3453 the analysts opinion on Ford mostly drove it lower.... and they sell mostly trucks and SUV's currently, so they will make hybrid versions of those top sellers and skip cars in north america
Geez people.
Its 281 cubic inches and weighs 4600 pound before people get in.... still gets 20/27 mpg.
Best cars ever made.... I have 2.
Absolutely. They're 1,000 times more reliable than a Cadillac, Too!!
Charlie S. You're 100% right about that.
Lincoln Town Car was by far the most luxurious feeling car I've ever been in.
Charlie S. Except the older Cadillacs, like a 65 that I never should have sold.
Gimme one
I got a 2004 town car with only 28,500 miles on it and I love it especially after a 12 hour dishwasher shift
It will last you another 75 years maybe
You are ready to survive the apocalypse now.
Name the price 😂
FBI $300 which was scrap value
@Daniel Taz
very nice. I have a 2009 Signature L bought it with 42K on it. It currently has 74K on it now...i love it. Smoothest ride ever
As a former professional chauffeur, I can attest to the longevity of the Town car...I have owned two myself,along with 2 crown vics...one car had half a million miles on it that I had put most of them on!! Love LTC!
All you need now is... The TOWN !!!
You live in the country with cows, man !
Town car ?? Ooops !
(And he drives is 4×4 tandem wheel F 450 in... town, of course !!!!)
These are Great Cars!!!! Ford really screwed up big time getting rid of the Lincoln Town Car and the Crown Vic. I know they did away with the Mercury brand, but they should have kept the Town Car and Crown Vic. If Ford kept them, and kept improving them, I think they would still have great sales. Taxi's, Uber's and traditional American's would still buy them. I know everyone wants trucks, but a Town Car just has so much more style and class then a F-150 at a funeral or wedding. The Panther platform is the last of it's kind. It was the one advantage Ford had over GM. GM went unibody, Front Wheel Drive with their troubled Northstar V8's, but Ford was smart they kept the tradition of a big solid, body on frame , simple V8 that rides so good, reliable, and was relatively easy to work on. Lincoln right now has nothing that compares to the Town Car. I am not impressed with the new Lincoln Continental at all. Sorry Ford you screwed up big time, getting rid of these. I miss these cars.
I agree
I agree too, these were easily Ford's best car ever. Not only are they powerful but they have Toyota like reliability
I had a couple of Crown Vic's and a Grand Marquis. Loved them all. Great highway mileage mileage and towing capability.
Exactly mate but these modern car lovers will never learn.
GothRocker7 Ford still has great sales. Drive one!
Enjoying a cup of coffee and now a Scotty video this beautiful Sunday!!!! Hey Scotty!!!!
morning!
Pajama Time I Agree
@@pajamatime5750 I was only kidding. I like scottys videos and their content, especially this video in particular, I have a car much like this. :)
awesomeluis 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I own and operate a taxi company in Maine, I currently have 6 cars in my fleet. 2 TC 07 and 10
3 marquis...05/09/11
And my service/personal car a black on black 2011 CVPI. I dread the day I can't find a ford full size RWD v8 sedan. A friend recently retired an 09 TOWN CAR EXECUTIVE L
black on black bought new used for his livery service. This car is in incredible shape...maintained to highest standards and when he took the plates off it yesterday the odometer just clicked over to 750k...all original. He sent me a screen shot of the instrument cluster because I didn't believe it had 750k...lol...it does.
My friend owns a taxi company, I needed a beater car and he gave me a black on black 2007 LTC today 5/2019. It just turned 300k miles.....runs great.
There will never ever be a vehicle more reliable and dependable than these. They were too good- what else can even think about approaching and exceeding 400k miles?! I miss my Crown Vic to this day. So glad I had one and know it’s possible to make something this bulletproof ❤️
Lexus ls400 😉
@@ss-qw4bwtil the timing chain goes
@@omgstephen98 That's basic preventive maintenance.
Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla
I own a repair shop and I have taxi company account, There are few cars in the company with over half million miles and still running perfect 👌🏼
Mobeen Sheikh which brand and model last the longest? Easiest to work on?
Ron Wojcik any car with that much milage needs a good amount of repairs. The thing about these cars is the parts are dirt cheap. So if you do your own labor it won't cost much to keep it on the road. Maybe a few hundred a year with oil and breaks. I have a navigator thats had quite a bit go wrong with it this year. And I'm still only about $500-600 into repairs(nothing major like engine or transmission work) just little things
Huncho Jon : I would go with Toyota Camry , it’ll easily last you 300K miles if you do maintenance on time and easy to work on is Lincoln town cars.
MisterLifter : I hope your car gives you more than million miles 👍🏼
Ok I’m now going to buy one
The car is so strong my friend had one and got in a nasty wreck and it saved his life
As long as you don't get hit from behind these cars were known to catch fire when hit in the back.
⭐🌟⭐🌟⭐5 star crash rating all around.Front,rear,sides and roll over.
@blackandgold51 this town car has a thicker frame than a 2003 f150
Schmitz Gaming when the car is strong, the car survives the accident and you die, when the car absorbs and is destroyed then you live!
@@1575murray Dude, no they werent. That was the police cars, because they had extra metal rails installed in the trunk to hold their equipment. In fact, the Panther platform were the only cars in history to be able to survive a 75mph rear impact, and still drive to the body shop. requiring only minimal repairs to fix the damage.
My grandma ditched her towncar for a Kia big mistake
Lol
Lmao 😂😂😂
Don’t talk to her anymore
@Mark Godfrey bought a 2001 Kia in 2003 with 21,000 miles now 255,197 very few repairs still running
Why, did she enjoy talking to the nice tow-truck driver and mechanic every couple of months when the Ford would break down?
I’m dead, he said “bus load of nuns just come screaming out” 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
My 1991 Ford Ranger had over 300,000 miles on 2.3 Engine...Ford builds amazing vehicles.
I got a 2008 ranger 2.3 inline 4 cly with 5 speed manual it has 83,000 miles approx. 133,000km I love mine too it is super good on fuel highway does over 40mpg (Imperial)
Not a Town Car but I have a 2003 F150, 5.4. 369,000 miles and runs ( purrs) perfectly.
Not to take away from the Ranger name, but their motors are made by Mazda
I hate to say it, but you're right. Ford has done some amazing things in their time. Coming from a Dodge truck guy and a GM car guy.
He's incorrect on the 4.6, they were ALL V8s, there was NO V6 4.6, the V6s are generally the 4.2 or 4.0
Yeah I thought the same way
And I own a 2002 and it's an Executive package so, his numbers were off with that too
@@milehighclone348 the f150 from 1997 to 2008 had a 4.2 V6 base model engine
The first towncar had 5.0
@@thatsoundsaboutright7483 2003 saw a Horsepower increase from 220 to 239
my type of car, the last of a dying breed, i have a town car with 345,000 miles and a crown vic with 179,000 miles, i plan on driving both until they fall in the road
How is the gas mileage in those cars?
trigga ville is the Town Car more comfortable than the Crown Victoria ?
i do mostly highway driving so i'm getting about 20 to 25 mpgs, which is not to bad for a big v8 sedan
in my case yes because i have a crown vic ex cop car which has a stiffer suspension, i'm assuming the civilian crown vic maybe as comfortable as the town car, i never owned a civilian crown vic
I love the panther community I’ll see one on the road I get peace signs from other vic drivers. It’s awesome
As a Grand Marquis owner, this video makes me very happy.
Same
lincoln
just got one
I'm a limousine driver, I know this car! Glad to see you gave it recognition on your channel. I've driven all kinds of limos in my time. I was horrified they stopped production on it. NOTHING has come out to replace it's looks and utility for which it was designed and developed since. They are disappearing from the roads due to age, accidents and wear. NYC is still loaded with them though. (I had a sister 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis LS which I loved! The northeast roads did in the frame.) Just like this guy, I would love to get a Marauder (maybe an L if they made one too). Anyone know how to rebuild these cars? The limo market could use some refreshed ones.
Just bought an 05 town car with 137k miles on it and I can't believe how new it feels. Its absolutely the most reliable and comfortable car I've ever driven. Very happy with my purchase!
Wherw you located? You still have it?
I had a 91 towncar, for a while, and it was the smoothest ride I ever had.
true.. my boss has a 96 town car.. very smooth air ride
I had a '91 and a '95. Two of my all time favs.
It was probably so smooth bc it weighed more then the current F450. But im not knocking it. Tip of the hat to any car that lasts that long.
Air ride suspension? Even without the air ride they still had a great ride. Great cars, many are still out on the road because there's nothing you can buy today that can compare.
@@wildbill23c I had the air ride suspension. I had to change a bag once or twice on it. When that bag needed replaced I definitely felt everything on the road, but no complaints here.
I drive a 94’ signature series daily. Absolutely love it and not as much of a gas hog as people think. No worse than a minivan or suv.
One thing I wish mine had is the 98-02 Cartier clock. I love that gold look to it.
Last month I bought a 2007 with 239K miles on it for $2,100 -- did my homework and believe I paid a fair price. It's a retired livery service vehicle. I love the thing.
I learned to drive in my mom's 1977 Lincoln Town Car, 460 (7.5L) V8, 3-speed C6 Transmission, 10 mpg. This Panther Platform car is an economy car in comparison! I love these cars.
Lincoln didn't make the town car until 1980
I had a 1977 Lincoln Continental "town car" and it was an absolute monster, I miss it a great deal.
@@raysegura4139 It was the name applied to the Continental sedan after like 1977.
I also owned a 1977 Lincoln Continental Cartier Edition. Purchased in 1982 and owned it till 2002. A garage queen most of its life, it finally became a daily driver for the last five years. Just as dependable as the Panthers, but 12MPG is all I could get out of it around town. Also owned 'a 77 Grand Marquis, 78 Grand Marquis and '78 Continental at various times over that twenty year stretch. Later owned 1999 Grand Marquis , '94 Town Car, '95 G. Marquis, and currently own a 2006 Executive Limited Town Car daily driver with about 85K on it, and '06 Designer garage queen with about 53K. I do as much of my own repairs as possible, which is one of the biggest reasons I stick with this platform. Reliability is their hallmark, and an effortless, roomy, quiet ride is a given.
@@raysegura4139 They made it as early as '73,it was just before '80 that was a trim option (Town Car/Town Coupe)....which most of them had anyway???
“PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE” wise words!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Facts
Hate to be a stick in the mud, but MOST cars if properly maintained will give long and faithful service. And no, I ain't talking a Yugo. But Ford, GM, Toyota, Honda, all have the ABILITY to go a lot of miles. Do your part.
@@tomswinburn1778 say it again brother!
Kids nowadays just drive their lifted trucks into the ground, and wonder why their engine threw a rod...
I have to disagree. If maintained by the book, I think preventive maintenance should not be necessary to run reliably. Most mechanical defects announce themselves in advance anyway (by making noises).
I love these cars, my aunt always brought Lincolns (town cars specifically) but I never appreciated the car until I got older. I will be getting one these cars in the future. Their subtle style but tasteful luxury features makes these a must have. Not to mention their excellent reliability and low cost of ownership.
Any of you ever had a secret love affair with one of those "grandma cars? " , When I was about 30, I wanted to get a 98' Lincoln Mark VIII coupe. I was embarassed to tell my friends, riding in 5.0L mustangs and camaros.
The reason as the "secret love affair", because the car isn't that pretty for many, and considered as a senior citizen ride. The thing had 290hp and like 300 lb/f torque! and the ride was like swinging in pillows and fully equipped with all sorts of gizmos and gimmicks. Once you sat in one, it was selling itself.
Yes. Someone's selling a mercury murader that's had the engine swapped with manual tranny... Only 3500
Frank, get a lincoln LS v8
Friend in college had a black on black 1977 Cougar XR-7 leather 2-door I rode in once. I didn't fully appreciate it, as I was a Chevy guy back then... I'm a grandpa now at 58, so I guess it's okay if I love panther platform cars.
Daniel Jahn agree. Bought a 2005 last month for $2400 with 50,000 miles. Heated cooled seats and fast as anything with the jaguar engine
I'm 70 now, but always knew a great ride. Always appreciated Crown Vics for their value and ride.
I just bought this car 2 days ago and im soo happy. I uave 390,000 on dash and everyone thinks im crazy for buying it. Im happy to see yours over 400,000 and strong. I hope to prove everyone wrong
Hi from Liverpool UK. I once owned a 77 town car, man that thing was a beast. Electric seats heated everything,headlight doors, moon roof , it was fully loaded, 19 and a half feet long and everyone got out of my way. Kids came along and she had to go @12mpg. I still miss that car😢😢
Ford 4.6 sohc modular engines last forever
Yes they do! Ford really messed up when they made a 3v version of the 4.6 those engines were never as good the 2v.
They do, but all Lincolns shipped with the fancier dohc version
@@98triffid 1991-2011 town car had sohc just like crown vics
Yeah, if you remember to change out the timing chain guides they do. Weak, but they'll run till the apocalypse.
xTHE PROSCHx i have a 500 hp 200,000 mile 3v mustang
I've owned alot of vehicles in 45 years of driving. My 2001 Grand Marquis is definately the most reliable I have ever owned. Theres alot of good runners out there, but for people who always speak out the sides of their mouth about Fords..you have no clue. A young man I work with at a repair shop is always saying he will never own a Ford. He drives gm and even a toyota and he spends more time asking for a ride than he does driving his own vehicles. lol
Thats hilarious! Are you sure he knows how to fix cars!
If i were you I'd kick that "mechanic" arse lol.
I've always owned muscle cars but something about a Lincoln especially this one whenever I see one of these in person it gets me wet these cars are beautiful as long as you take care of them they will run forever and eat potholes for breakfast brunch and dinner all in one meal.
My Lincoln Town Car from 05 has 544,000 miles and I absolutely love it
Amazing mileage on a factory build! I've had the pleasure of driving an early 90's town car and it was a sweet comfy ride after doing head gaskets on it. Previous owner overheated it big time, to the point of stalling it. I'm surprised it didn't do more damage other than gaskets actually, ran great afterwards. Thanks for the video.
These show off videos are fun! A real highlight of the channel, Scotty.
Best part is how dirt cheap these are...so unappreciated by the masses.
I have a Lincoln mks 2009 with only 82000 miles on it. Beautiful car and definitely a head turner. 😬 Runs like a dream and has heated and cooled seats, heated backseats as well. Totally luxurious. I love Lincoln's and am not an old man. 😁
I just got mine yesterday on the 4th of April had 84,000 miles on it it came from a Microsoft executive show for great condition of cars immaculate it's a winner and it's comfortable.
Update one year later
36000
Best car EVER!
I always wanted one of these. Seems like as time goes by the good cars go away.
get one now while they are cheap and obtainable. 10- 20 years from now wont be able to find em cuz owners will want a fortune for them they are that good!
Cops still use the crown Vic where I live.
Russell Souder they do everywhere
@@JDMHaze There is only one city around me that still does. The rest already got rid of all of them in favor of the awd Taurus body ones and chargers.
Russell Souder And every city I've been to has crown VICS at least laying around, even if it's just a few So I'm guessing where you live they probably had much older crown vic police cars or had much higher mileage than most departments
The LAPD still has quite a few Crown Vics in service, one of them is an 04
@@JDMHaze could be. The city I live in never used them to begin with. The county cars that were crown vics are completely gone. I know most of the county officers. But the city I actually live in has 2 chargers and the rest are Dodge Durangos. I think they still have one Dakota running around too. For whatever reason they refuse to use fords vehicles.
10:20 I love how he explained how the hood and ornament is like "announcing the arrival" thats just hilarious
If you're from NYC, these cars were the regular taxi vehicles you would take and if you saw them outside the city, you would be amazed that people had this car as a daily. We took it for granted.
We have a 2001 tc diamond sl, with every option, 132000 miles 25-28 mpg at 80 mph so comfortable, I can cover 900 miles a day, and I'm 79 years old,my wife drive's it every day in town, we love it.
I had a 1979 MK-V (Mark-5) and a 1979 Lincoln Town Car,you can't go wrong with either one of these cars,a million miles is quite possible in either model.Both cars feature the large bell C-6 automatics in them and are built like tanks!!.
"Probably couldn't even get an air filter for a BMW for $110" 😅
I love my 2008 Crown Victoria P71.... rev up your panther platform!
Just bought a 1999 town car last week for $1500 and love it. Needed a wiper motor. When I did that I cleaned the whole engine bay, cleaned the MAF, removed leaves and debris from the drainage area fixing the leak into the passenger footwell, removed the bubbling tints, changed the oil, put in new head light and signal bulbs, I sanded and coated the head lights, deep cleaned the seats, floors and headliner, replaced all interior bulbs with LEDs, and did some paint correction. and wow it looks sooooo good did it all myself this past weekend! Cost less then $100 in supplies I didn’t already have. And best part … only 120,000 miles! Just passed inspection! And less then $100 a month to fully insure ?! Can’t beat that! Loving this car already! Things a leather couch on wheels and I own it outright! Great video !
Hows the mpg in town?
@@whitegoodman7465 around 18 mpg cruising. But since the exhaust, intake, throttle body and tune my foots suddenly got heavier Lol. So probably less. But I go for smiles per gallon :)!
@@brg4594 how is it? Got a 2010 black on black lincoln town car.
My grandfather had a Mercury Grand Marquis. He wouldn’t get the Lincoln cause he thought it was too fancy, LOL. I remember riding in his car, it was so smooth. For a while I owned a ‘80 Thunderbird, a two door boat and a half. Very smooth as well and if I pushed the gas pedal to the floor you could almost see the needle moving toward the E. Wish I had kept it around but for some reason I didn’t want to have two cars back then.
I hate to admit it but I did work for a huge taxi company for 3 months back a few years ago, I hated that job. But anyways they were still using Ford Crown Vics with the 4.6L V8, they all had over 500k miles and still going. The taxi company was trying to get something more modern and bought 10 Toyota Camry's but they didn't last a year. Keep in mind taxis go through pure hell; gear shifter goes from Drive to Park a 100x a day, the back doors (mainly the right rear one) opens and closes a 100x a day, mostly in town driving, tons of idling, during busy seasons (the holidays) they tend to miss their scheduled oil changes, etc. I drove a wrecker many years before that; I saw many high mileage American (Domestic) cars. The fact is that high mileage Foreign (Import) cars tend to get more publicity then the American cars do.
Never been a Lincoln fan but now I have a whole new respect for them. Thanks for the Video!
Ford never had a 4.6 liter v6 in their trucks or vans. It was a v8.
The 6 cylinder was a 4.9 (on older early 90's and 80's trucks and later became a 4.2l
I was hoping someone would point that out. 4.6 has always been a v8.
That and when he said the Marauder made 400hp I about lost it lol
I caught that too, I assumed he mis-spoke. Regardless, nice vid, and car looks great.
Ford had a 4.2 V6 option in F150 and E150 van
J Lang Correct it's a 4.6 v8 but either 3v or 4v where the cv,gm,ltc stayed 2v till the end.
I just bought a 2002 Cartier L from the original 89 year old owner. Only has 35k miles. An absolutely beautiful car.
I have a 2001 Towncar- it only has 270,000 miles. This car is built like a tank! I was stopped waiting for a stoplight to change, a woman slammed into me~ must have been about 30+ mph. Her car was completely totaled, front end crushed into the windshield. The Towncar had a crack in the bumper, but you couldnt see it and I never had it repaired. That was the only damage and it was 150,000 miles ago. I felt the jolt when she hit me, and was pushed forward a couple yards or so. I felt like the Towncar saved my life.
Recently my friend replaced the timing chains and said it was the cleanest engine he had ever see. The engine runs great!! The main problem having now is the rust from Chicago winters. Love it so much I bought a 2010 Towncar 5 months ago.
My 1999 Marquis has 388,000 miles.. Great cars that's why they don't make them anymore..
Newer ford products are generally more reliable than older ones, but those were beasts. They stopped selling them, because the demand for body on frame, large rwd American sedans dropped off lol. Especially with the crown vic, basically the only people who bought crown vics new were cops and taxi drivers.
Newer ford products are generally more reliable than older ones, but those were beasts. They stopped selling them, because the demand for body on frame, large rwd American sedans dropped off lol. Especially with the crown vic, basically the only people who bought crown vics new were cops and taxi drivers.
very likely the truth..sabotuers abound
They sleep on that car...I even did
I’m a simple man, I see Scotty Kilmer I hit like
Dude this comment has been so many times
He said the hood is so long the car arrives before I do🤣😂 classic
I have a 97 Town Car with 658 thousand miles on it and only had to change the intake the injectors and the rear airbags and other than maintenance stuff that's it and yes this car is a boat and I love it.
Last of the great fords.. And they quit making them... The only decent car front engine rear drive as it should be. Body on frame.. And then they quit making them. Sounds like something Pontiac would do. And we all know what happened to Pontiac. Ford now is going after top heavy roll over easy SUV's!!
not my cup of tea but I am familiar with them it's 1 heluva built ride N they last forever what can I say Ride Sally Ride
Ford is moving to SUV's and Trucks because the cars aren't selling outside of the Mustang. Also the new SUV's still have good reliable and are hard to roll over (Ive driven a 96 explorer for 2 years and I drove it like a Mustang, never came close to tipping once). There is a reason why Police departments are getting Explorers and Expeditions. Good Gas Mileage, Beefy engine that can move when need to and the space to hold detainees and other armaments such as the shotgun.
Ford is garbage
@WD Fourty Good one man.
@@MN_Angler39
You spelled "Dodge" wrong.
Even Scotty has said many times any Chrysler/Fiat product is just shitty Mexican junk.
I have a 97 lincoln town car and yes, they are the easiest cars I've ever worked on. Best car I've ever owned.
That's why home mechanics love panther's as daily drivers. Parts are cheap, they're easy to work on, and don't break down very often. Scheduled preventive maintenance is all that's required to keep them running, and this car is proof.
Tsunami Shijo Thanks man! Back in the day when American cars were good!
@@coiledsteel8344 Lol Ford still makes great cars..
Love the Panther platform, and my favorite thing about this one is the stretched rear seating area. That leg room is incredible. Dayum, I gotta get me one of these!
I got that same engine in my 1994 4.6 Mercury Cougar Coupe and it runs quiet as a mouse and damn near over 400k miles and still on the road I love that car and easy to work on
My friend has and still driving strong his 99 Toyota Avalon. It has around 600,000 miles. He still driving it everyday
Have a 99 avalon xls myself with 180k plan on going another 100k miles myself
What does that have to do with a Lincoln Town car?
@@twoeightythreez Nothing ? Just talking in context with high mileage cars and sharing stories(:
Well it's a Toyota that's why
Matt Farra's 1 million mile Lexus
I had a 2005 executive with 700k miles and a 2009 signature with 300k miles ....amazing vehicles when all works well
I would also like to hear your opinion on this Lincoln too Scotty, not just the opinion of its owner
It's not the opinion of the owner..these are one of the most reliable cars on the road..Look on e-bay and pull up Town Car..then sort them by mileage..high to low..you see many with well over 300K miles..They are great cars..no matter what Scotty says...The Ford Panther platform was great..even law enforcement still miss the old Crown Victoria's..now they are stuck with FWD Impala's and Malibu's..
He’s mentioned this model previously in some videos about good luxury cars I think, something along the lines of it being the most budget friendly one on the market
what i drive👍👍👍
Scotty did a 3 used luxury vehicles that he recommends. One is an Acura RL or TL. Another is Lexus ES and GS with a V6. The Town Car is the other recommendation. He noted that the engine is pretty bulletproof and with regular maintenance can go past 500k miles.
I just bought a One Owner 2001 Lincoln Town car with a binder full of ever single repair ever done on it since it was new. it had 74.000 miles on it. New it sold for $44.000, I paid $4.400 for it. Garage kept since day one, as it will be from now on. Black exterior with dark Gray leather interior. Best thing is I found the shop that has done all of the maintenance on it for the last 19 years.
I got a 98 Lincoln Town car signature series that has 244,000 Miles and runs like a champ .shes baby blue her name is Clarice..
Town Car is a LEGEND 👑
Dave N Yes it is, Legends never die.
My Dad hates Ford products but my Step Mother's sister is a realtor. She had Town cars. She always got 300,000 + on them before trading them. He drove one ( about a 2000 model). He said even though it's a " DAM Ford", he really liked it.
Michael Hungate Exactly.
I SAW ONE WITH 600K MILES I WAS SHOCKED
4.6 best engine I have 2003 F150 235.00 miles and still runs very good
Their 2.0l zetec engine is well designed too, I have a contour with 237k miles with the original head gasket still
mine is an 2003 f150 xlt with 247,000 miles and runs like new, even still has the new car {petroleum plasticide] smell in the cab as not one stinking badge i mean cigarette butt has ever been smoked in it, and is yours an xlt?
hey, so i can keep an eye on mine, what exactly died on yours, like did the engine blow or what, how come you did not take to a mechanic and have it fixed? what happened? am turning off puter in a few minutes and will be back tonight, thanks!
06 TC Signature, 499,375 miles. Ex livery, kept in excellent shape, always garaged. I work for the limo company, they retired it three years ago at 460,000 miles. I bought it from them for a song. Still looks and drives like new.
I had a Ford Escort 1985 that had 367,000 miles and I had the timing belt changed out every 100,00 and regular maintenance.
No, I disagree: I WOULD like to see a bus-load of nuns come screaming along and rip that door right off-a there! 7:07
that was the funniest part of the video
Like on Tommy boy, Open the door then drive in reverse, and be like Whad Jew doo ?????
Great car!
I don't understand the comment about nuns. Can someone please explain?
That's why I *NEVER* open my car door wide on a side street; because a bus-load of nuns *WILL* come screaming along, angrily shaking yardsticks out the bus windows, and rip my driver's door clean off!!
I could listen to this guy talk for an hour straight
Got 6.5 mins into the video before I remembered I was still watching a Scotty video
I have one(2004) with 610.000 and another one(2008) with 470.000
Both of them looks better than lot of few years old... I just changed a battery a few days ago... :D I love them!
I have a 2003 Lincoln Town car Executive L with 455k - I drove Colonel Oliver North and T-Pains Wife in it.
My 88 TC (5.0) ran 510K miles before a ring landing burned thru, one trans replacement was all, my 04 CVPI ran to 299K when I sold it (it was never striped caged or black and white) for more than I paid for it, even though I put on 110K of those miles. It ran as new and handled too. My current 06 Grand Marquis has a mere 111K and of course, runs very well. High gears and soft suspension (compared to the 04 CVPI) but I don't plan of replacing it anytime soon. PS the Marauder had 302hp from the factory
I just bought a 2003 Town car signature with 100k super clean I love it.
How much did you pay
@@smokeymonjes8575 this was 2 plus years ago but I paid 5k still have it have only had to replace brakes great car
10:39
"If you're a driver, you're not driving A Lincoln Town car as much as you're, *driven.* "
I have a 89 lincoln town car limo with 489.000 miles and it has the same drive train and still runs... but had to take it off the road due to the frame being to rusty... These panther platforms was the best in my opinion ford ever built.!!! Thanks for sharing.!!!
A buddy of mine at work just bought one of these for 2400 bucks. 280,000 miles and it was maintained pefectly.
Nice Lincoln!
I love his commentary
Most beautiful car ever built!
Hahaha........ quel con celui là
Agreed
Yes!!
It's a frigin box on wheels 😂😂
@@saab9980 to a hater
Back before every single luxury car had to have a giant screen in the middle of the dashboard! I prefer the older luxury cars over the new ones. A new luxury car wouldn't last half as long as this car before as the modern tech stuff would start falling apart!
Erich H I have a 1998 Lincoln Continental and I agree. Honestly that car feels more high tech and luxurious than modern cars do and I hate the way modern cars feel.
I have had a 1979 Lincoln Tow Car Continental, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII, a 1989 Lincoln Town Car, and a 2001 Lincoln Continental. Each drove like a dream and had the big boat float feel going down the road. Easy to work on too except 2001 which always had electrical and computer issues, but otherwise was nice to drive. I miss them and would gladly own one from any of those earlier eras again. A lot better than today's computers on wheels.
I love how everyone keeps acting like this car is some antique. Lol it's a mid 2000's model and a Lincoln at that. It's just as computerized as anything made today
@@doctorfeinstone6524 They were relatively simple tech wise no matter the year. Look at a bmw or mercedes of that era and the amount of tech would make your head spin if you have to work on one.
My 2011 has 575K - original engine still runs quiet/ looks great.
I have a 2002 signature. I LOVE IT!! Working on AC now as we speak. After watching Scotty's video of course. Other than replacing the air bags with springs and an ignition coil here and there I love this car.
How'd swapping out the air springs with conventional springs work for you? I'm thinking about doing the same thing ON mine.
Just point the Hood Ornament in the direction you want the car to go and it will drive it's self, (No hands required) "Just Like a boat!"
I take pride in my 2007 Executive L - love taking it on road trips - has less than 219,000 miles. Only issues I’ve had were parking brake getting stuck from sitting parked too long and the notorious passenger side floor leak which I think I fixed by sealing the area under the a/c intake cowl w/ black permatex.
Sorry I didn't catch you sooner on how to fix this problem. Take the plastic cowl off under the rgt wiper there's a drain screen that allows water to flow inside the fender. The screen plugs and then the water leaks inside passenger side. Take the screen and throw it away. Ihave a 2006 exec L w/ 399,750 miles no leaks.
I had a problem with the parking brake one time getting stuck, drove it like 20 miles on the highway before I realized why it was going so slow 😂😂
So this means my Town Car should live many, many more years then. It's a 95 Cartier with only 46k on it.
I sold my 97 for 300 more then what I payed for it
Congrats on the box Lincoln, that's one beautiful Town Car. She's still brand new with that kind of mileage.
You'll be driving it for 20 years easily if you average 15k yearly
Oh yeah the square ones are so good looking
I just got a 91 cartier with 107k it’s a beauty
So you use this 2006, with 486,000 miles as a daily driver. You’re a brave man.
I was fortunate to purchase a beautiful 2006 Lincoln Town Car Signature series in New Mexico in May 2022. 123,000 miles on it, looks perfect, runs perfect. Only issue is when I drive it in Albuquerque, I see people checking it. Not sure if they are admiring it or if they want to Jack it!
I have a 2007 and i love it,bought it for 6k with 79k miles 2 years ago.
Right now it has 101xxx love the smooth ride and powerful.
Is it weird for a 21 year old to buy one ?
@@Goku_Kiyosaki No. Just smart.
@@michaelhungate7506 is it hard to drive because it’s a long car. Is it annoying to park or just in general driving
@@michaelhungate7506 ??*
@@michaelhungate7506 I’m asking if the car is hard or annoying to drive sometimes because it’s so long because I’m used to a civic which is a lot smaller but I’m considering getting a Lincoln but the car is so long and I live in Miami and I’m the type to cut up through traffic a lot.
Had a 96 towncar with holes in the cats that I picked up for 500 dollars. I loved that car, and it was an absolute Tank