31st Jan 2014, 20:22
My Mark VI coupe is a 1980 with the 351 carbureted, but I guess '80 is the only year that engine was an option for this car.. and it's got the Variable Venturi mess of a carb. Working on swapping that out as we speak. Anyone know where I can get a drivers door hinge and latch for this thing? Would one off a Panther LTD, Marquis, Town Car work? Considering selling mine too, I'm in western WA. It's got 101k miles and aftermarket airbag suspension (lowrider). laliegag@aol.com
2nd Feb 2014, 22:32
I've heard that the hinges are Lincoln-specific. If you have time, check out your local junkyards to see if they have any '80s Town Cars to harvest parts from.
19th Nov 2014, 21:56
Cadillac eventually did put a Chevy 350 in their RWD Fleetwood Brougham in 1990... which was a whole lot better than those "doggy" Oldsmobile 307s (used in the 80s, after the 4.1L fiasco, and the 8-6-4 fiasco, and the diesel fiasco).
19th Nov 2014, 22:03
Try "Lincoln Parts International" in Perris, California. I think that it's near L.A.
I'm curious about your degree of success in "changing over" your Mark VI's fuel and/or electricals/electronics. I'm considering a Mark VI for sale now, but am nervous about it becoming a headache. In comparison, my '85 Town Car daily driver runs perfectly. What a change in only a couple of years. Sadly, the supply of good-but-reasonably priced 80s Town Cars is going down kinda fast... no thanks to government-type liberals/social engineers -- a plague on them!
19th Nov 2014, 22:05
Beware that the door hinges could be different on a two-door versus a four-door Mark VI. Two-door cars have heavier doors, due to their length.
19th Nov 2014, 22:09
The carburetors on '81s were close to worthless because they're so unreliable.
The best choice would be to find an '83 (or '84 -'85) for their fuel system and electronic parts (including wiring harness, sensors, ECM, "the whole nine yards") and swap over. No, it's not easy, but these cars had very troublesome carbs when they were new... let alone now.
21st Nov 2014, 04:16
If you disable the cylinder deactivation on the 8-6-4, it's a fine reliable Cadillac big block V8 with a bigger trans and rear end to back it up.
The Olds diesel was a disaster back then, but today if taken care of with the improved head bolts and a water separator (not available back then), it too was actually fairly reliable.
The HT-4100 (82-85) was the worst Cadillac engine to come off the assembly line, with the Northstar right behind it.
The Olds 307 is a strong runner, but has no power.
26th Apr 2015, 14:48
I have a 1982 Mark 6 and can't seem to get the dash lights bright enough on a sunny day -- hard to see.
Any ideas out there??
My e-mail is rlweiers@2hotmail.com
5th Nov 2018, 21:45
This commentator is "spot-on"! I have also noticed that good 1980s RWD big Lincolns have become suddenly very scarce! The few that are available now... have become very pricey, compared to only a few years ago.
27th Mar 2022, 09:35
I have a 1981 Lincoln Mark 6. I am having some serious problems out of the car. I put a new fuel pump in and I can hear some noise coming from the fuel pump real loud.
Second problem is my car's been over heating. I can't find the sensor on the car. I definitely need a new windshield, I am having a problem trying to find one.
Third the third problem is my engine temperature flash on.
The fourth problem is the charging system flash on.
The fifth problem is the buzz sound on the inside driving me crazy; it won't stop buzzing.
If anyone out there can help me with some of the problems I am having out of my 1981 Lincoln Mark 6? Name Givencey. Thanks all the wonderful people around world who are very knowledgeable about the Lincoln Mark 6. God bless you. Again thank you for your help in this matter.
27th Mar 2022, 14:57
The engine temperature light is on because the car has been overheating. You may do some serious damage to the engine by continuing to drive it while that’s the case, so it is worth fixing. For the windshield, they can put some epoxy stuff on the cracks to seal them. No need for a totally new windshield.
27th Mar 2022, 18:34
Since there can be several causes for the symptoms you are claiming and would be too numerous to post, I would suggest searching out a reliable mechanic in your area who is knowledgeable about these cars.
28th Mar 2022, 17:59
Resin ("epoxy stuff") will work on chips or star breaks only. It will NOT work on cracks and no glass shop would attempt to use it on those. The only safe solution for a cracked windshield is replacement.
29th Mar 2022, 20:38
It should be possible to find a windshield repair service who would apply the epoxy to any windshield damage.
30th Mar 2022, 19:28
No doubt you can find someone who will assure you the "epoxy" will make a shattered windshield like new again. For that matter, you can buy a kit to (try to) do it yourself. Will it work? No, but apparently that doesn't matter... only that it "should be possible" to find someone who says it will.
4th Apr 2022, 19:30
Agree. Tire repair companies give the same excuse when it comes to certain patches they’re willing to apply depending on where the puncture is. If the hole is sealed, it is sealed. Some won’t patch it toward the outside of the tire, but some will. Can save a few hundred dollars in the process by avoiding buying a new tire with no real safety risk.
5th Apr 2022, 21:43
My tires must be replaced in pairs. Unsafe. Cannot be patched. Porsche Twin Turbo Carrera.
6th Apr 2022, 17:38
Of course nobody will offer to patch it when they can sell you a $4000 pair of tires instead. Make a lot more money that way.
8th Apr 2022, 20:17
These cannot be patched. Unsafe. I do track too. If you cannot afford tires you cannot afford the car. No issue. Dealer offers tire road hazard warranty at time of sale.
30th Nov 2024, 08:39
There is one computer which has a lot of wires feeding into it. It's in the firewall to the left and down from the brake booster. The EEC III box, also referred to as Duraspark box is on the fender well.
2nd Dec 2024, 04:05
This is a 1981 car. There is no computer in it to speak of. That was pre computer times.
18th Jan 2014, 19:19
I own a 1981 Lincoln Mark VI Cartier Coupe. I've had it for about three months, and I am totally pleased with the car.
Parts, I would say is the biggest problem. The ride is superb.
The 80 to 83 period in America was terrible with super high inflation, fuel shortages and an automobile industry in turbulence. I think Ford did the right thing with the Panther Platform. After the recession, sales took off and Ford earned a reputation for reliable cars desired by the older conservative crowd and law enforcement. What an odd combination.
If you need a windshield for a Mark VI coupe, you are in for a real treasure hunt, because the four door models of the LTD, Marquis, Mark VI and Town Car will not work.
While I loved my Mark V, I really enjoy the economy and handling of my Mark VI better. It even parks better in my garage. I can actually walk around it.