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Cool Car!!! I keep going back and forth between a 96 Buick Park Ave ultra and a town car. In Colorado can you register it as a classic car if it’s 25+ years old. I have a 97’ Lexus Land Cruiser registered as a classic in Texas. It would be so funny to have a video of you chauffeuring the TFL guys ( Roman, Andre, Nathan and Tommy) to Casa Bonita in the Town car. I would greatly appreciate a Casa Bonita TFL review 🤙
@SunnynPhilly I have had both and the Park Ave feels faster but the Town Car is a more comfortable ride. It just depends on what you want most. Both are a good choice.
Your trunk lock will not open with the ignition key, which is what you were trying to do. You should have gotten 2 keys with this Town car, but it seems you didn't. Until you get a new key made for your trunk lock you will need to use the inside release button. I'm not sure how you couldn't feel that the tumblers were wrong for the key you were using and the size of the ignition key was too big for the lock. Anyway, enjoy that Towncar, my BF and I are restifying a 96 Continental Diamond Anniversary edition. It has the same motor and a very similar interior. The 1996 Lincoln Continentals (all the years that body style) seem to be a fairly rare car now. Google them, they are so wicked looking. I know the one my BF has, in our experience, is the only one we've ever seen. That's his car, I drive a 99 Lincoln Navigator 4x4. Lincolns rock.
@@brendanaoI had a 1992 Buck Park Avenue Ultra and that thing was fast. That supercharger worked great. The interior on that lovely ride was so, so comfortable. I think I could have lived in that beast if I had to..I no longer have it and I do miss it. My one and only Buick and it made me a Buick fan.
I am German and I admit I have a bias towards German vehicles and since coming to the US I have driven them exclusively. My wife's aunt passed away and left her a very similar vehicle. We flew from Milwaukee Wisconsin to Flagstaff Arizona to pick it up and drive it home. Although it was almost fifteen years old it didn't even have 30K miles. It was in near-showroom condition and prior to driving it back we had a complete inspection done at the local Lincoln/Mercury dealership and the only things it needed were a new battery and tires. I was prepared to criticize the driving experience but in reality it was it was an outstanding Highway Cruiser. It was incredibly comfortable and quiet smooth riding and climate control shrugged off the 110 degree temperatures. It would cruise that 80 mph in almost complete silence and got 24 miles per gallon. I thought we'd sell it when we got home but we still have it all these years later and we use it as a summer Cruiser
Ah yes, glad you got to drive one n see why these are preferred to anything else sold then n today.. Your comment is written in gold for those who say they prefer a Lexus..lol You being German n not only liking this car but actually keeping it will give them haters a stroke..
@@lonwaslien104 Because 99.9% of normal people's daily commute isn't a road course and new cars are idiotically made to pull numbers in a magazine article. In the meantime, none of them ride down the road like a cloud like these big body on frame cars did.
I put 363k miles on my 94.. my 97 tows my 4500 lb pontoon boat.. wife's 03 Cartier saved her life in heavy head on crash, current 03 has 245k on it with minimal repairs and everything works.. cheap and easy to fix, comfortable and reliable.. I'm 6' and filipina wife is 4'9".. adjustable pedals are great!!
I love my 93 Signature Jack Nicklus Edition! I Paid $500 for it over 5 1/2 years ago, and have put 32k miles on it since I bought it. Reliable, cheap to repair, comfortable, great car! It's not in the best condition, but for $500, I can't complain.
The thing with the American style full size sedans of yesteryear is they are exceptionally well suited to American roads and highways. Softly sprung with soft shocks, tires with a lot of sidewall, and big squishy seats makes for the experience perfect for the open road. Edit: Heck, they're well suited to the average american driver too. No idea what a performance car is supposed to do, so slap a V8 in it, give it really long gearing so it cruises at 75 down the highway at 25MPG, and give it enough space for a hockey team. Should be good, right? That's luxury and performance!
All those reasons are why the American luxury car brands were run out of the business. Lifeless steering, terrible braking, dangerous handling, flat back breaking seats for long drives. When luxury car buyers figured out that you can have road worthiness and a good ride with better seats, better quality, buyers left these old clunkers in droves. Look at a 1990 LS400 vs this thing. Other than room the Lincoln has nothing on the Lexus.
@@MercOne No one in their right mind would choose a ls400 over a town car of that same generation. The LS was quicker, thats it. Shittier ride quality, smaller trunk and interior space, about the same in reliability, etc..now the ls430 is a different breed, that thing is pure luxury, looks like a civic but pure luxury on the inside. LS400 was bland af.
I owned a 95 Town Car and really miss it. I have drove lots of these new vehicles and never have found that comfort in anything. I wish they would build a true luxury car again
These ARE the best cars Ford ever made, Had a 99 Grand Marquis, and adored it. Drove a 1997 LTC Cartier once, I still have never driven a better riding car.
The Town Car may have been for older people but it sure did win this young man over 'lol' I bought my 1996 Signature Series at the age of 25. That was the smoothest riding car. I only paid $500 for it because it had a bad intake. Ten years later it's still in the family, I gave it to my dad about 5 years ago, the clock reads 373k but I had to get another vehicle with the 4.6L which is a 2008 CVPI
Yes, you did right sir, i bought my first Panther around 19 or 20yrs old, would change them for nothing sold after these.. i drive a 09 P71, check mine out if you want to take the time, modding mine to run.. These 2v cars are sweet sounding, torquey lil v8s..
I have been driving a Lincoln since 1986. My current daily driver is a 2002 Town Car that I bought in 2007. It's too bad that Lincoln stopped making the Town Car after the 2011 model year. 😢😢
I love these cars. Beautiful, classic American luxury. Roomy, plush comfort, soft ride, quiet, smooth. You just can't get cars like this any longer. I've never cared for the tacky add-on luxury packages though like the Cartier.
The Towncar was always one of my dreams to own. Sadly the price was just too expensive. The best I could do was a Mercury Grand Marquis. I remember the Cartier was a beautiful vehicle back in the day.
I remember driving the Town Car and the Fleetwood back in the 90s. Beautiful cars with floaty ride. Great highway cruisers. Automobile journalists are partly to blame for the end of these sort of cars. They taught people to hate these cars
My neighbor bought one. Of these new in 1995 and I bought it from him in 2004 when he bought another new one. He maintained it by the book with Mobile 1 5w 30 with new filter at every oil change. Most of his driving was highway so it had 150,000 miles on it. The only problem he had was with the EATC Control Head which was replaced. Not long after I took it over, I replaced the air springs with new ones and about two years after that, the Valve Seals needed to be replaced. Aside from normal wear items like oil, tires, shocks and transmission service with new filters as per Owner's Manual, that's been all it has needed. It now has 195,000 and still has the original exhaust system, starter and up until last week, the original alternator. The leather interior is still in excellent condition. AND, I never have to add oil between oil changes. The clear coat over the paint started flaking off a couple of years ago and considering the car's overall condition, what's available to replace it with and that we are now in our mid seventies, we have decided to get it repainted. I found an extremely well cared for '95 Cartier Series the same color as the one in the video with 136,000 and picked it up for my wife about 10 years ago and it has given the same trouble free service as the first one. Given our age, I think that we probably will never have to replace these Lincolns nor do we really want to. If a car like these suit your needs, or you want to get into the Collector Car Hobby, find a well taken care of 90's Town Car and enjoy!
These cars are a big reason for the saying. "They just dont make em like that anymore." Durable, dependable, comfy, and an experience all their own to drive. It is so unfortunate that America went from an icon builder to an icon killer.
My father had 3 1st generation town cars, 1 2nd generation And 5 third generation. When he passed we paid extra for a Lincoln hearse the funeral home only had Cadillac hearse they knew my father they were glad to do it 😊
You got a good deal there! I prefer the regular hardtop roof myself, but it's definitely something I'm gonna seek after, I've always wanted a Lincoln Town Car too! My dad once rented a 1981 Town Car, it was brand new! We went on holidays to BC that year! It was my first time riding in one, I'll never forget it! It was a navy blue exterior with a navy blue velour interior! BEAUTIFUL CAR! I was hooked on the full size luxury V8 cars after that wonderful experience, both the Ford and GMs are tops in my book! If I had to choose between a Town Car and a Cadillac Fleetwood, I'd have a hard time deciding! Hopefully someday I'll have enough money so that I could afford both!😊
My younger wife has had a 1991 Lincoln Town Car , then 2 1996 LTC and now a 1997 LTC CARTIER ,her choice and FAVORITE car as a daily driver with the rare chrome 16 inch rims and moon roof car look BRAND NEW . We also bought her a 2019 CORVETTE she LOVES both these cars . Happy Wife Happy Life
I just bought a 96 Cartier Town Car with 47k original miles. It's sticker price is almost 46k dollars. It super comfortable. My 72 Mark IV is as comfortable. Great cars!!!
Both sets of my grandparents had these town cars. I remember it being so smooth compared to our 2nd gen Caravan😅. They now drive the Cadillac and Lincoln midsized crossovers. Thanks for keeping memories alive and going thru these older "historic" vehicles!
I've always LOOOOOVED the 2nd gen Town Car! My parents had one. It's a huge car, but I've always thought the front legroom is kinda cramped for taller people. A guy I used to work with back in the 90s had the best looking one I've ever seen. It was a light metallic blue color with a white top and it had the silver diamond spoke mesh style wheels. Such a beautiful car, and if I could find one identical to it in pristine condition, yeah, I would more than likely buy it.
This was my wifes first car almost 20 years ago... paid $400 for it. Engine knocked alittle and it caught fire once due to a frozen caliper that we barely put out ... BUT it got her around for a couple years, floated down the road like a cloud and was great for making stories!
I have also owned a Cartier edition LTC. I believe that the gold outline on the trunk emblem is part of the Cartier trim. However I think that the design on the emblem is the letters L T C laid on top of each other stylistically. I think that LTC insignia was on all Town car trims, only outlined in gold for a Cartier package maybe?
My father had a 1993 Lincoln Continental Executive edition that was amazing. From riding two hours to the grandparents' house in NY or 8 hours visiting family in NC, I have to say it was very comfortable and quiet. Easily fell asleep during those rudes because of the comfort.
I got a 1997 with 90k miles on it for 600 bucks at an impound auction. i got an absolute steal. it was garage kept by an old lady since it was new with zero rust. just alot of dry rotted stuff is all.. ive got a 2018 f150 coyote v8 and this is my daily driver/beater and i absolutely love driving this over my truck around town honestly and of course keeping miles off of my newer truck..
I've got Town Car 2003 and it's an amazing car. I dreamed about it almost all of my life. Thanks god nobody thinks like me. Rear-wheel drive, full body on frame, rear air suspension, leather everywhere etc - it makes Town Cars best American used car on the market. It's very common philosophy in the past which unfortunately is already forgotten here. Now I dream about some personal luxury coupe, but Lincoln Mark VIII and Buick Riviera had their own issues. And they are too old of course. So, looks like this dream has no chance to become reality. But at least we have these ideal Town Cars. Thank you for the video!
Amazing deal that you got for 2K! It is in nice condition and seems strange that the only real wear it shows is the headliner- makes you wonder how it got in that condition.... Enjoy it and remember what America once was capable of building in the automotive industry.
I got a 2004 Town Car signature series. I love it. Had to get a/c repaired and replace the interior door handles. That's about it. Has 99k miles on it.
I just picked up a 1988 white on white a few weeks ago. I always wanted one as a kid (my grandfather always drove a town car) I finally but the bullet and bought one.
I got to drive my grandpa’s town car all of last summer when we went on vacation. I miss every moment of that and driving that wonderful old school American Sedan! Would accelerate at under 1.5 RPM!
With the keypad you could actually open the trunk and that’s really cool because you could lock your keys in the trunk as well as the button inside to open the trunk like there’s no one can smash and window and steal your car
I drive. 2003 Grand Marquis, have it 10 years, My father gifted me this car, it was his 5 th and final Grand Marquis, big cars ride so nice, hard to beat.4 .6 V8.
I LOVE my 2005 Town Car Signature L, the first year Lincoln used "Signature" on all their Town Cars. Before 2005, "Signature" was for the higher trim cars. This model is equivalent to the former top-of-the-line Cartier and is also in the hard-to-find factory 6" stretch "L" version that came out in the 2000s. I bought it from a Lincoln dealer in San Antonio in 2007. Only 17K miles, in new condition, always in Texas, and sold for half of its new sticker price in 2005. Even the body color sounds luxurious…French Silk. It has what is no longer available on almost all newer cars...a full frame, a solid and naturally-aspirated V8, a cassette player (being an audiophile, my cassettes sound like CDs), a CD player and changer, and NO DISTRACTING screen on the dash. It has the increased horsepower 239 HP 4.6L V8 that came out in the 2000s, yet easily gets 27 MPG on the highway and 21 MPG in town. No troublesome multivalve, turbocharged, or supercharged setup. I appreciate an interior and ride that isolates you with a smooth ride and library silence. The seats are more "Europeanized" than the cushy ones in the second-generation Town Car, meaning they are firmer and not as plush. Lincoln added a rear Watts suspension starting in ’98 that was borrowed from the Jaguar division they owned at the time and went to rack and pinion steering in 2003 along with a refined front suspension and a further stiffened frame. Easy to work on and parts are both durable and inexpensive compared to today’s vehicles. I am keeping this. Always garaged and currently only 157K miles. I want nothing to do with most newer cars. Why pay much more for much less? If I wanted the ride of a “performance car”, I would buy roller skates or ride my racing bicycle. Sometimes it is just nice to get away from the noise and stress, be comfortable, and decompress.
I had a 90 and still gave my 93 that just turned 90K. It's a rare dark blue with all blue leather int. It is the most reliable car I have ever owned The dark blue with vogue whitewalls really makes it have a nautical POP. It's all original and in MINT condition and I baby the hell out of it. My white 90 had the presidential roof on it with a smaller limo rear window. It was a gorgeous car, but those thick padded roofs tend to get porus as they age causing body rust. To change the roof is hella expensive. The 90 got car of the year but there was a lot to be desired comparing it's 5.0 to the 4.6. The 4.6 is much faster and has dual exhaust. The 90 didn't. The 90 had a borrowed antilock system for the brakes from Mercedes and was a nightmare when it failed to repair. On the other hand when looking at the town cars from 90 to 97 you will see that the early ones had all kinds of exterior trim pieces that little by little were deleted every two years by 97 the cars were so stripped and plain they looked like fleet cars. Just compare the front bumpers and grill from the 90 to the 97. Ford is famous for this. They figure the public isn't that sharp. If you can find a promo 91 that still has all the exterior goodies you have the best of both worlds with the 4.6 engine.
What a gorgeous car! I drove my grandmother's 1999 Grand Marquis until just a few years ago. It's a step down from the Towncar, but what a quiet, comfortable, powerful, reliable car. You did well with this one!
I get nostalgic. Had one '94 in the Dominican Republic in a similar condition to yours. The most wonderful and smoothest driving experience ever, even if it wasn't the best car because of its age, but it was also a real tank in traffic which got very much respect. I literally owe my life to the 2nd Town Car ('06). Head-on collision at about 40 mph on impact. I only had a small scratch on my hand while even the gearbox broke apart.
The 4.6L was first introduced in the crown Victoria (1990.5) the town car was actually the only car of the 3 panthers to still have the 5.0 in the new body style.
We buy those panther platform sedans in often even with insanely low miles owned by grandpa garaged it’s entire life they’re still getting around 4K wholesale, So underrated . Just gas guzzlers
Grateful for all the unique and interesting cars that Brendan shows us, but honestly not many of his purchases fit his personality, but this Lincoln though, is bang on, I hope you keep it for a long time!
I have a 1999 XJ8. Also a large luxury car, but a little sportier. Enjoying the Jaguar as my summer car to save the miles on my 4x4 truck extending its lifespan, but I’m missing my Mustangs.
I remember my grandfather bought one but I never liked riding in it because it always stank like farts 💨. My grandfather had the worst smelling gas !!!!
That is a Cartier emblem. The Cartier emblem was different from the Towncar as well as the embroidered seats. Those cars had power trunk releases as well the soft close trunk. Cartier is top of the line ❤
I had an '03 (as a 23 yr old) and all of my friends thought I was ridiculous until they sat in the thing and realized how comfortable and reliable it was long term. I've since sold it and gone through two other vehicles (2012 Lincoln MKS & 2021 Mazda CX-9 - which were both great) but I'm actually in the process of looking for a low mile town car. I miss my huge V8 and being the fastest town car to ever exist!
Nice car I have a friend that has my wife’s grandfather Lincoln Continental 1996 and he just re-done the headliner and the ragtop he got the car in 2008 with 45,000 miles on it for 3500 now he got just around 95000 miles
Yeah, and at one point, part of their slogan was, "Travel Well." Indeed! There IS no other luxury sedan within these model years that is any better. As far as the luxurious seating areas, these Lincolns were actually SECOND in the comfort arena; my 1990 Buick Electra/Park Avenue, along with my old 1987 Chrysler New Yorker, had much more comfortable seats, with their soft, fluffy, La-Z-Boy seating style. I MISS THESE CARS!!
Great video, I remember sitting in a 1990 Continental at the Detroit auto show for an extended period of time. My dad said people were giving me dirty looks because I wasn't getting out, so I am all in on your seat assessment.
I started driving my granddad's old 2004 Grand Marquis while my 2008 Accord V6 coupe was in the shop for the 100k timing belt swap. Now I drive the Mercury 90% of the time even though I have the Accord back.
I had a 99 Cartier the same colour as this I only paid $400 for with 200,000 km and still had the factory cell phone Just bought a 2000 Signature series in mint condition paid $3000 for Love these cars
That is the Cartier symbol on the trunk. I had a car just like this years ago. The color is called light parchment metallic. Its a tri coat pearlescent paint. A pain to touch up. It takes multiple coats to cover up the chip. I have a last year Town Car now. A white signature limited. Has 78,500 miles right now. Love Town Cars.
These were Gorgeous and well built Cars. Only Cadillac and Lincoln offered such great Vehicles like this. I miss them so much today, Nothing comes close. :(
I remember buying a 92 crown vic in 2010 from an old lady who drove it only to the nearby grocery store of < 2 miles and back. When i bought it, it only had 10,000 miles and got it for only $4,000. Best car I ever had, and I own an RX 330 still.
Wow so many features like my 1995 Lincoln Continental I do have the 4.6 litre engine but mine is the dual cam 32valve which was put in the Mustang as the Cobra in 1995 to 1996. A lot of the same feature but not as fancy and with 65,000 KMS or about 38,000 miles it is a dream to drive. These cars with the 4.6 will run forever if looked after though.
Great car and great buy. I have a 2006 Merc Grand Marquis with the same engine. These engines will commonly go over 300 K miles. I love my Merc and have had very little trouble over my 135 k i have driven it since new. Thanks for the video, Rick WA state USA.
I drove a 1996 Signature Series that was like new inside and out. Loved that car especially the 1995-1997 had the best dash, headlights, and minor trim. Your missing a giant rounded off metal key that would work for your trunk. The symbol you asked about on the trunk must be part of that dealer package, mine had the Lincoln symbol. I knew every inch of that car and until I was hit I never planned on getting rid of it. Very nice, plus it a Lincoln Town Car.
In high school I had a car like this. I will fill it up with friends in the front. We could fit about 8 sometimes 9 sitting on each other's lap. And in a few occasions I also put friends in the Trunk
I would road trip a big old American car any day over all the mass produced generic SUVs we see today. These cars just naturally make me feel chilled out and prefer cruising instead of rushing to my destination. They are, funny enough, decent on fuel and easy to repair and oh so comfy.
A top of the Line town car in Orthopedic Beige. Awesome. What a great car. I own a half dozen of these. 1996 was a changeover year from seperate trunk key to all one use key. Your car is missing the separate trunk key. You can program a couple of remotes as well. Keep an eye on your intake. Don’t run it low on coolant or oil and it’ll run forever. Enjoy!
I would argue the fleetwood brougham was the pinnacle as it was a Cadillac, (more prestigious name) bigger, and more powerful. Although the Lincoln probably rode softer due to being not quite as concerned with handling as Cadillac is, even back then.
these will be sought after collectables very soon! first it was the 60's & 70's Mustangs that weren't worth much but are now a hot commodity now Fox Body's are going up very quickly! very Soon after will be the 80's & 90's V8 Thunderbirds, V8 Crown Vics and these Lincolns! don't wait till the prices go up grab them now!
You got yourself a diamond in the rough. 👍 I drove Lincoln Town cars for years. First as a limos(the last one was 102” stretch) then after just town car for airport runs. I now for my personal car have a 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis with only 167,000 miles on her. Thanks for sharing your video.
Nice buy on the LTC! I have owned one myself and they are great riding, quite and comfortable cars for sure. You can't beat the value for money on these things. They beg to be a part of any smaller budget collection. I think you should tidy up that one. But be on the lookout for a little nicer one. If you're going to have an LTC in your fleet, you got to have the moonroof! Definitely a must, it makes it just right 👍 I would also look for a better color. You will spend a bit more. But so worth the money. Then when you find the better LTC, you can sell this one.
I bought the last year of town car from 2011 to fix up and sell, but I enjoyed it and many people saw why when we drove for a bit. Used as much gas as my f 150 but hey🤙🏼
This is cool. These should be appreciated more. It's nearly Rolls-Royce of the same era ride quality for $2000. Oh man, i want one in better condition. I'd totally pay 5k for a really nice one
I have always preferred this body style of the town car to the 03-11 model, the boxy look makes it seem important and much taller than it really is. They are both great vehicles though.
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Cool Car!!! I keep going back and forth between a 96 Buick Park Ave ultra and a town car. In Colorado can you register it as a classic car if it’s 25+ years old. I have a 97’ Lexus Land Cruiser registered as a classic in Texas.
It would be so funny to have a video of you chauffeuring the TFL guys ( Roman, Andre, Nathan and Tommy) to Casa Bonita in the Town car. I would greatly appreciate a Casa Bonita TFL review 🤙
@SunnynPhilly I have had both and the Park Ave feels faster but the Town Car is a more comfortable ride. It just depends on what you want most. Both are a good choice.
Your trunk lock will not open with the ignition key, which is what you were trying to do. You should have gotten 2 keys with this Town car, but it seems you didn't. Until you get a new key made for your trunk lock you will need to use the inside release button. I'm not sure how you couldn't feel that the tumblers were wrong for the key you were using and the size of the ignition key was too big for the lock.
Anyway, enjoy that Towncar, my BF and I are restifying a 96 Continental Diamond Anniversary edition. It has the same motor and a very similar interior. The 1996 Lincoln Continentals (all the years that body style) seem to be a fairly rare car now. Google them, they are so wicked looking. I know the one my BF has, in our experience, is the only one we've ever seen. That's his car, I drive a 99 Lincoln Navigator 4x4. Lincolns rock.
@@brendanaoI had a 1992 Buck Park Avenue Ultra and that thing was fast. That supercharger worked great. The interior on that lovely ride was so, so comfortable. I think I could have lived in that beast if I had to..I no longer have it and I do miss it. My one and only Buick and it made me a Buick fan.
For a second I thought it was a Bill Blass emblem.
I am German and I admit I have a bias towards German vehicles and since coming to the US I have driven them exclusively.
My wife's aunt passed away and left her a very similar vehicle.
We flew from Milwaukee Wisconsin to Flagstaff Arizona to pick it up and drive it home.
Although it was almost fifteen years old it didn't even have 30K miles.
It was in near-showroom condition and prior to driving it back we had a complete inspection done at the local Lincoln/Mercury dealership and the only things it needed were a new battery and tires.
I was prepared to criticize the driving experience but in reality it was it was an outstanding Highway Cruiser. It was incredibly comfortable and quiet smooth riding and climate control shrugged off the 110 degree temperatures. It would cruise that 80 mph in almost complete silence and got 24 miles per gallon. I thought we'd sell it when we got home but we still have it all these years later and we use it as a summer Cruiser
great story William
Ah yes, glad you got to drive one n see why these are preferred to anything else sold then n today.. Your comment is written in gold for those who say they prefer a Lexus..lol You being German n not only liking this car but actually keeping it will give them haters a stroke..
American v8 luxury cats from the 80s or 90s are some of the best first cars
*cars
Now cut the exhaust off and remove the hood :)
Probably more comfortable to drive in the real world than pretty much any new car made today.
Why is it more comfortable to drive?
@@lonwaslien104 big leather seats that are essentially couch's and the softest worst handling suspension you have ever seen
@@lonwaslien104 Because 99.9% of normal people's daily commute isn't a road course and new cars are idiotically made to pull numbers in a magazine article. In the meantime, none of them ride down the road like a cloud like these big body on frame cars did.
I've heard the Genisis G90 drives like an old American luxury land yacht
@@ddg2256 Really? I know back in the day my uncle's LS430 felt like it was floating on air.
I put 363k miles on my 94.. my 97 tows my 4500 lb pontoon boat.. wife's 03 Cartier saved her life in heavy head on crash, current 03 has 245k on it with minimal repairs and everything works.. cheap and easy to fix, comfortable and reliable.. I'm 6' and filipina wife is 4'9".. adjustable pedals are great!!
you guys should do a budget restoration series on it.
There is a nice supercharger kit for the panthers. That would be a fun build to watch
They would never do that. These videos are cheap to produce and dont take any time.
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You'll never see this car again on this channel.
yep
I love my 93 Signature Jack Nicklus Edition! I Paid $500 for it over 5 1/2 years ago, and have put 32k miles on it since I bought it. Reliable, cheap to repair, comfortable, great car! It's not in the best condition, but for $500, I can't complain.
Looks aside, something reliable for $500 is still a damn good deal.
Dude. Do you have the green interior?
Amen had same one
A new headliner, vinyl roof repairs, a really good detailing... and this car will look fabulous!
The thing with the American style full size sedans of yesteryear is they are exceptionally well suited to American roads and highways. Softly sprung with soft shocks, tires with a lot of sidewall, and big squishy seats makes for the experience perfect for the open road.
Edit: Heck, they're well suited to the average american driver too. No idea what a performance car is supposed to do, so slap a V8 in it, give it really long gearing so it cruises at 75 down the highway at 25MPG, and give it enough space for a hockey team. Should be good, right? That's luxury and performance!
All those reasons are why the American luxury car brands were run out of the business. Lifeless steering, terrible braking, dangerous handling, flat back breaking seats for long drives. When luxury car buyers figured out that you can have road worthiness and a good ride with better seats, better quality, buyers left these old clunkers in droves. Look at a 1990 LS400 vs this thing. Other than room the Lincoln has nothing on the Lexus.
These were the cars that induced vomiting and motion sickness. I’ll take my firm riding modern car over this any day.
@@MercOne bruh stfu you can upgrade them to be much better than any lexas
@@MercOne No one in their right mind would choose a ls400 over a town car of that same generation. The LS was quicker, thats it. Shittier ride quality, smaller trunk and interior space, about the same in reliability, etc..now the ls430 is a different breed, that thing is pure luxury, looks like a civic but pure luxury on the inside. LS400 was bland af.
@@user-tb7rn1il3q If you get motion sickness from a fckn 210hp car cause the way it handles...thats on you.
I owned a 95 Town Car and really miss it. I have drove lots of these new vehicles and never have found that comfort in anything. I wish they would build a true luxury car again
Luxury seems to be huge touchscreens these days instead of better seats
@@albertpintor3522 Seats made of concrete are called ‘comfortable’ nowadays😖😪🙏
@@MrZdvy Yep, they sent us back to the stone age, for profits..
These ARE the best cars Ford ever made, Had a 99 Grand Marquis, and adored it. Drove a 1997 LTC Cartier once, I still have never driven a better riding car.
Amen, us who got to experience these cars know there's still can't be beat..
The Town Car may have been for older people but it sure did win this young man over 'lol' I bought my 1996 Signature Series at the age of 25. That was the smoothest riding car. I only paid $500 for it because it had a bad intake. Ten years later it's still in the family, I gave it to my dad about 5 years ago, the clock reads 373k but I had to get another vehicle with the 4.6L which is a 2008 CVPI
Yes, you did right sir, i bought my first Panther around 19 or 20yrs old, would change them for nothing sold after these.. i drive a 09 P71, check mine out if you want to take the time, modding mine to run.. These 2v cars are sweet sounding, torquey lil v8s..
@@P71ScrewHeadTorque? I want what cam you have or what amphetamine you're on 😂
I have been driving a Lincoln since 1986. My current daily driver is a 2002 Town Car that I bought in 2007. It's too bad that Lincoln stopped making the Town Car after the 2011 model year. 😢😢
I love these cars. Beautiful, classic American luxury. Roomy, plush comfort, soft ride, quiet, smooth. You just can't get cars like this any longer. I've never cared for the tacky add-on luxury packages though like the Cartier.
I don't care about the flash but the older cartiers had even more plush seats. I love them.
These used run around nyc with 500k miles+. I knew a few people who used these in taxi services. Loved these panthers.
The leaf litter in the windshield cowl should be cleared out it cause water leaks inside the cabin
The Towncar was always one of my dreams to own. Sadly the price was just too expensive. The best I could do was a Mercury Grand Marquis. I remember the Cartier was a beautiful vehicle back in the day.
The Grand Marquis kicks ass, too💯
I just bought one too! They really are unmatched for comfort
I remember driving the Town Car and the Fleetwood back in the 90s. Beautiful cars with floaty ride. Great highway cruisers. Automobile journalists are partly to blame for the end of these sort of cars. They taught people to hate these cars
You need the oval key…that era always came with two keys, one for the doors & trunk and a second for the ignition
I was looking for someone to point this out. Yeah, either that or use the numeric code on the keypad.
Ignition and door key are the same "square" key. "Oval" key is for trunk only.
yesssssssssssssss! anyone over the age of 40 knows what an incredible classic and beast this car was!!
My neighbor bought one. Of these new in 1995 and I bought it from him in 2004 when he bought another new one. He maintained it by the book with Mobile 1 5w 30 with new filter at every oil change. Most of his driving was highway so it had 150,000 miles on it. The only problem he had was with the EATC Control Head which was replaced. Not long after I took it over, I replaced the air springs with new ones and about two years after that, the Valve Seals needed to be replaced. Aside from normal wear items like oil, tires, shocks and transmission service with new filters as per Owner's Manual, that's been all it has needed. It now has 195,000 and still has the original exhaust system, starter and up until last week, the original alternator. The leather interior is still in excellent condition. AND, I never have to add oil between oil changes. The clear coat over the paint started flaking off a couple of years ago and considering the car's overall condition, what's available to replace it with and that we are now in our mid seventies, we have decided to get it repainted.
I found an extremely well cared for '95 Cartier Series the same color as the one in the video with 136,000 and picked it up for my wife about 10 years ago and it has given the same trouble free service as the first one. Given our age, I think that we probably will never have to replace these Lincolns nor do we really want to.
If a car like these suit your needs, or you want to get into the Collector Car Hobby, find a well taken care of 90's Town Car and enjoy!
These cars are a big reason for the saying. "They just dont make em like that anymore." Durable, dependable, comfy, and an experience all their own to drive. It is so unfortunate that America went from an icon builder to an icon killer.
My father had 3 1st generation town cars, 1 2nd generation
And 5 third generation. When he passed we paid extra for a Lincoln hearse the funeral home only had Cadillac hearse they knew my father they were glad to do it 😊
You got a good deal there! I prefer the regular hardtop roof myself, but it's definitely something I'm gonna seek after, I've always wanted a Lincoln Town Car too! My dad once rented a 1981 Town Car, it was brand new! We went on holidays to BC that year! It was my first time riding in one, I'll never forget it! It was a navy blue exterior with a navy blue velour interior! BEAUTIFUL CAR! I was hooked on the full size luxury V8 cars after that wonderful experience, both the Ford and GMs are tops in my book! If I had to choose between a Town Car and a Cadillac Fleetwood, I'd have a hard time deciding! Hopefully someday I'll have enough money so that I could afford both!😊
I bought that exact car in 2008 for $2000. Everybody laughed at it, but it was an awesome car and I should have kept it.
My younger wife has had a 1991 Lincoln Town Car , then 2 1996 LTC and now a 1997 LTC CARTIER ,her choice and FAVORITE car as a daily driver with the rare chrome 16 inch rims and moon roof car look BRAND NEW . We also bought her a 2019 CORVETTE she LOVES both these cars . Happy Wife Happy Life
The pinnacle of reliability as well. Amazing design and endurance. Like a faithful friend. They were too good 😢
I just bought a 96 Cartier Town Car with 47k original miles. It's sticker price is almost 46k dollars. It super comfortable. My 72 Mark IV is as comfortable. Great cars!!!
Sell me one of those two bro..
78 eldorado barritz and a 97 sig tc. dig
Both sets of my grandparents had these town cars. I remember it being so smooth compared to our 2nd gen Caravan😅. They now drive the Cadillac and Lincoln midsized crossovers.
Thanks for keeping memories alive and going thru these older "historic" vehicles!
I've always LOOOOOVED the 2nd gen Town Car! My parents had one. It's a huge car, but I've always thought the front legroom is kinda cramped for taller people. A guy I used to work with back in the 90s had the best looking one I've ever seen. It was a light metallic blue color with a white top and it had the silver diamond spoke mesh style wheels. Such a beautiful car, and if I could find one identical to it in pristine condition, yeah, I would more than likely buy it.
I had a 97 Cartier. These cars are the best! Every time I got in it to drive it was a wonderful experience!
That's cool.
Prove it
Why did you sell it?
This was my wifes first car almost 20 years ago... paid $400 for it. Engine knocked alittle and it caught fire once due to a frozen caliper that we barely put out ... BUT it got her around for a couple years, floated down the road like a cloud and was great for making stories!
😂👍👌
The back emblem is indeed the Cartier emblem. 😎
I have owned two of these, both 96’s, over the past ten years. They are wonderful, fine-riding cars.
I have also owned a Cartier edition LTC. I believe that the gold outline on the trunk emblem is part of the Cartier trim. However I think that the design on the emblem is the letters L T C laid on top of each other stylistically. I think that LTC insignia was on all Town car trims, only outlined in gold for a Cartier package maybe?
Wonderful car! The best luxury soft driving of the 90s!
Lincoln Town Cars always had a legendary floaty ride, you would never feel any road imperfections.
My father had a 1993 Lincoln Continental Executive edition that was amazing. From riding two hours to the grandparents' house in NY or 8 hours visiting family in NC, I have to say it was very comfortable and quiet. Easily fell asleep during those rudes because of the comfort.
I got a 1997 with 90k miles on it for 600 bucks at an impound auction. i got an absolute steal. it was garage kept by an old lady since it was new with zero rust. just alot of dry rotted stuff is all.. ive got a 2018 f150 coyote v8 and this is my daily driver/beater and i absolutely love driving this over my truck around town honestly and of course keeping miles off of my newer truck..
I’ve had my 97 signature series for over 5 years now and don’t plan on getting rid of it! Such a comfortable driving experience!!
i also have the 97 signature series. love it. daily driver but summer only.
amazing car
I've got Town Car 2003 and it's an amazing car. I dreamed about it almost all of my life. Thanks god nobody thinks like me. Rear-wheel drive, full body on frame, rear air suspension, leather everywhere etc - it makes Town Cars best American used car on the market. It's very common philosophy in the past which unfortunately is already forgotten here. Now I dream about some personal luxury coupe, but Lincoln Mark VIII and Buick Riviera had their own issues. And they are too old of course. So, looks like this dream has no chance to become reality. But at least we have these ideal Town Cars. Thank you for the video!
I miss these type of cars! These type cars as well as the Fleetwoods were so classy!!
When I moved to America in1994 this car was so beautiful to me. The epitome of American automobile
I had 4 of these over the decades, there was nothing better for comfort and reliability. Finally replaced my 2007 last fall with a suburban
Amazing deal that you got for 2K! It is in nice condition and seems strange that the only real wear it shows is the headliner- makes you wonder how it got in that condition.... Enjoy it and remember what America once was capable of building in the automotive industry.
I’d assume smoke
Or ember burns
Anthony and Papa Bear at Specialty Motor Cars would be happy to see this one be restored.
Ya and then ask $19,995!
@@edwardleyland1979 facts😂😂😂😂
Had a red 91' Town car Signature series 4.6 V8. All leather seats digital dash power everything..still have the original Lincoln keys..298.000kms
I got a 2004 Town Car signature series. I love it. Had to get a/c repaired and replace the interior door handles. That's about it. Has 99k miles on it.
I just picked up a 1988 white on white a few weeks ago. I always wanted one as a kid (my grandfather always drove a town car) I finally but the bullet and bought one.
I got to drive my grandpa’s town car all of last summer when we went on vacation. I miss every moment of that and driving that wonderful old school American Sedan!
Would accelerate at under 1.5 RPM!
There should be a separate key for the trunk and a key fob as well.
American brands were still making two keys for their cars until the 90's...GM was probably the last to stop doing so.
With the keypad you could actually open the trunk and that’s really cool because you could lock your keys in the trunk as well as the button inside to open the trunk like there’s no one can smash and window and steal your car
I drive. 2003 Grand Marquis, have it 10 years, My father gifted me this car, it was his 5 th and final Grand Marquis, big cars ride so nice, hard to beat.4 .6 V8.
I LOVE my 2005 Town Car Signature L, the first year Lincoln used "Signature" on all their Town Cars. Before 2005, "Signature" was for the higher trim cars. This model is equivalent to the former top-of-the-line Cartier and is also in the hard-to-find factory 6" stretch "L" version that came out in the 2000s.
I bought it from a Lincoln dealer in San Antonio in 2007. Only 17K miles, in new condition, always in Texas, and sold for half of its new sticker price in 2005. Even the body color sounds luxurious…French Silk.
It has what is no longer available on almost all newer cars...a full frame, a solid and naturally-aspirated V8, a cassette player (being an audiophile, my cassettes sound like CDs), a CD player and changer, and NO DISTRACTING screen on the dash.
It has the increased horsepower 239 HP 4.6L V8 that came out in the 2000s, yet easily gets 27 MPG on the highway and 21 MPG in town. No troublesome multivalve, turbocharged, or supercharged setup.
I appreciate an interior and ride that isolates you with a smooth ride and library silence. The seats are more "Europeanized" than the cushy ones in the second-generation Town Car, meaning they are firmer and not as plush. Lincoln added a rear Watts suspension starting in ’98 that was borrowed from the Jaguar division they owned at the time and went to rack and pinion steering in 2003 along with a refined front suspension and a further stiffened frame.
Easy to work on and parts are both durable and inexpensive compared to today’s vehicles.
I am keeping this. Always garaged and currently only 157K miles. I want nothing to do with most newer cars. Why pay much more for much less?
If I wanted the ride of a “performance car”, I would buy roller skates or ride my racing bicycle. Sometimes it is just nice to get away from the noise and stress, be comfortable, and decompress.
Hell yeah panther body!
I worked in a Lincoln dealership when i was younger when these were new. Beautiful cars.
I had a 90 and still gave my 93 that just turned 90K. It's a rare dark blue with all blue leather int. It is the most reliable car I have ever owned The dark blue with vogue whitewalls really makes it have a nautical POP. It's all original and in MINT condition and I baby the hell out of it. My white 90 had the presidential roof on it with a smaller limo rear window. It was a gorgeous car, but those thick padded roofs tend to get porus as they age causing body rust. To change the roof is hella expensive. The 90 got car of the year but there was a lot to be desired comparing it's 5.0 to the 4.6. The 4.6 is much faster and has dual exhaust. The 90 didn't. The 90 had a borrowed antilock system for the brakes from Mercedes and was a nightmare when it failed to repair. On the other hand when looking at the town cars from 90 to 97 you will see that the early ones had all kinds of exterior trim pieces that little by little were deleted every two years by 97 the cars were so stripped and plain they looked like fleet cars. Just compare the front bumpers and grill from the 90 to the 97. Ford is famous for this. They figure the public isn't that sharp. If you can find a promo 91 that still has all the exterior goodies you have the best of both worlds with the 4.6 engine.
What a gorgeous car! I drove my grandmother's 1999 Grand Marquis until just a few years ago. It's a step down from the Towncar, but what a quiet, comfortable, powerful, reliable car. You did well with this one!
One of the smoothest riding cars next to a Rolls Royce.
I get nostalgic. Had one '94 in the Dominican Republic in a similar condition to yours. The most wonderful and smoothest driving experience ever, even if it wasn't the best car because of its age, but it was also a real tank in traffic which got very much respect. I literally owe my life to the 2nd Town Car ('06). Head-on collision at about 40 mph on impact. I only had a small scratch on my hand while even the gearbox broke apart.
The 4.6L was first introduced in the crown Victoria (1990.5) the town car was actually the only car of the 3 panthers to still have the 5.0 in the new body style.
We buy those panther platform sedans in often even with insanely low miles owned by grandpa garaged it’s entire life they’re still getting around 4K wholesale,
So underrated . Just gas guzzlers
Grateful for all the unique and interesting cars that Brendan shows us, but honestly not many of his purchases fit his personality, but this Lincoln though, is bang on, I hope you keep it for a long time!
Thanks!
I have a 1999 XJ8. Also a large luxury car, but a little sportier. Enjoying the Jaguar as my summer car to save the miles on my 4x4 truck extending its lifespan, but I’m missing my Mustangs.
I drive an 06 towncar for work. Bought it in March of 22 and put on just over 30k on it. Great road trip car.
Lincoln Town Car has Always been my FAVORITE car
It has a ignition key and a separate door and trunk key
It has an ignition/door key and a separate trunk key
I hope you keep it for a long time! Beautiful car.
Talking about putting a friend in the truck is hilarious to me because ive done that so many time back in the day 🤣 😂
My uncle had one. When I was a kid. It was the first car that I learned to work on.
I remember my grandfather bought one but I never liked riding in it because it always stank like farts 💨. My grandfather had the worst smelling gas !!!!
That is a Cartier emblem. The Cartier emblem was different from the Towncar as well as the embroidered seats. Those cars had power trunk releases as well the soft close trunk. Cartier is top of the line ❤
I had an '03 (as a 23 yr old) and all of my friends thought I was ridiculous until they sat in the thing and realized how comfortable and reliable it was long term. I've since sold it and gone through two other vehicles (2012 Lincoln MKS & 2021 Mazda CX-9 - which were both great) but I'm actually in the process of looking for a low mile town car. I miss my huge V8 and being the fastest town car to ever exist!
Nice car I have a friend that has my wife’s grandfather Lincoln Continental 1996 and he just re-done the headliner and the ragtop he got the car in 2008 with 45,000 miles on it for 3500 now he got just around 95000 miles
Yeah, and at one point, part of their slogan was, "Travel Well." Indeed! There IS no other luxury sedan within these model years that is any better. As far as the luxurious seating areas, these Lincolns were actually SECOND in the comfort arena; my 1990 Buick Electra/Park Avenue, along with my old 1987 Chrysler New Yorker, had much more comfortable seats, with their soft, fluffy, La-Z-Boy seating style.
I MISS THESE CARS!!
Great video, I remember sitting in a 1990 Continental at the Detroit auto show for an extended period of time. My dad said people were giving me dirty looks because I wasn't getting out, so I am all in on your seat assessment.
I started driving my granddad's old 2004 Grand Marquis while my 2008 Accord V6 coupe was in the shop for the 100k timing belt swap. Now I drive the Mercury 90% of the time even though I have the Accord back.
I had a 99 Cartier the same colour as this I only paid $400 for with 200,000 km and still had the factory cell phone
Just bought a 2000 Signature series in mint condition paid $3000 for
Love these cars
back when cars was made with passion and love
I've been looking for one for the past few weeks. Can't wait to see what you plan to do with it. Great car
When the new model came out my friend RAN to the dealership and bought that exact car in ur video. The most comphy car.
i bought a 2007 Towncar for $900 that I'm finishing up restoring from a wreck i love the Towncar.
That is the Cartier symbol on the trunk. I had a car just like this years ago. The color is called light parchment metallic. Its a tri coat pearlescent paint. A pain to touch up. It takes multiple coats to cover up the chip. I have a last year Town Car now. A white signature limited. Has 78,500 miles right now. Love Town Cars.
These were Gorgeous and well built Cars. Only Cadillac and Lincoln offered such great Vehicles like this. I miss them so much today, Nothing comes close. :(
I remember buying a 92 crown vic in 2010 from an old lady who drove it only to the nearby grocery store of < 2 miles and back. When i bought it, it only had 10,000 miles and got it for only $4,000. Best car I ever had, and I own an RX 330 still.
Wow so many features like my 1995 Lincoln Continental I do have the 4.6 litre engine but mine is the dual cam 32valve which was put in the Mustang as the Cobra in 1995 to 1996. A lot of the same feature but not as fancy and with 65,000 KMS or about 38,000 miles it is a dream to drive. These cars with the 4.6 will run forever if looked after though.
Very much enjoyed this video on your Town Car! I have been looking at these cars for several months now. Subscribed and a thumbs up here!
Great car and great buy. I have a 2006 Merc Grand Marquis with the same engine. These engines will commonly go over 300 K miles. I love my Merc and have had very little trouble over my 135 k i have driven it since new. Thanks for the video, Rick WA state USA.
I drove a 1996 Signature Series that was like new inside and out. Loved that car especially the 1995-1997 had the best dash, headlights, and minor trim. Your missing a giant rounded off metal key that would work for your trunk. The symbol you asked about on the trunk must be part of that dealer package, mine had the Lincoln symbol. I knew every inch of that car and until I was hit I never planned on getting rid of it. Very nice, plus it a Lincoln Town Car.
In high school I had a car like this. I will fill it up with friends in the front. We could fit about 8 sometimes 9 sitting on each other's lap. And in a few occasions I also put friends in the Trunk
I would road trip a big old American car any day over all the mass produced generic SUVs we see today. These cars just naturally make me feel chilled out and prefer cruising instead of rushing to my destination. They are, funny enough, decent on fuel and easy to repair and oh so comfy.
A top of the Line town car in Orthopedic Beige. Awesome. What a great car. I own a half dozen of these.
1996 was a changeover year from seperate trunk key to all one use key. Your car is missing the separate trunk key.
You can program a couple of remotes as well.
Keep an eye on your intake. Don’t run it low on coolant or oil and it’ll run forever. Enjoy!
I would argue the fleetwood brougham was the pinnacle as it was a Cadillac, (more prestigious name) bigger, and more powerful. Although the Lincoln probably rode softer due to being not quite as concerned with handling as Cadillac is, even back then.
💯 Even when these were newer, they were either livery cabs or limos, Fleetwood's were definitely the Pinnacle.
these will be sought after collectables very soon!
first it was the 60's & 70's Mustangs that weren't worth much but are now a hot commodity
now Fox Body's are going up very quickly!
very Soon after will be the 80's & 90's V8 Thunderbirds, V8 Crown Vics and these Lincolns!
don't wait till the prices go up grab them now!
You got yourself a diamond in the rough. 👍 I drove Lincoln Town cars for years. First as a limos(the last one was 102” stretch) then after just town car for airport runs. I now for my personal car have a 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis with only 167,000 miles on her.
Thanks for sharing your video.
You know what will be very cool? Swap that engine for the latest version of the 4.6 V8 that had like over 320 hp.
Nice buy on the LTC! I have owned one myself and they are great riding, quite and comfortable cars for sure. You can't beat the value for money on these things. They beg to be a part of any smaller budget collection.
I think you should tidy up that one. But be on the lookout for a little nicer one. If you're going to have an LTC in your fleet, you got to have the moonroof! Definitely a must, it makes it just right 👍
I would also look for a better color. You will spend a bit more. But so worth the money. Then when you find the better LTC, you can sell this one.
Brendan finally caught his White Whale.
Almost literally.
I bought the last year of town car from 2011 to fix up and sell, but I enjoyed it and many people saw why when we drove for a bit. Used as much gas as my f 150 but hey🤙🏼
This is cool. These should be appreciated more. It's nearly Rolls-Royce of the same era ride quality for $2000. Oh man, i want one in better condition. I'd totally pay 5k for a really nice one
My grandparents both had matching baby blue town cars like this one
I have always preferred this body style of the town car to the 03-11 model, the boxy look makes it seem important and much taller than it really is. They are both great vehicles though.
I had a 1979 Lincoln Town Car and lived it.
I had a 1997 the best and confortable car that ever had I sold with almost 300k miles still running good