1984 Lincoln Town Car cartier 5.0/302 from North America

Summary:

The best car ever built

Faults:

My alternator went bad twice in one year. had to replace starter motor. had to replace the valve body in the transmission for 450.00. (it wouldn't shift out of first gear). needs a headliner bad. replaced exhaust from cat back.

General Comments:

This car is the smoothest car that ford has ever built. Handles just like it would the day it was brand new.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 20th March, 2005

1984 Lincoln Town Car Signature Series from North America

Summary:

One of America's great automobiles

Faults:

I wouldn't say 'gone wrong.' I'd say, 'wore out.' I had to replace the water pump as soon as I bought it. I assume I'll be replacing other parts as time goes on.

General Comments:

I love this car. It is huge, more comfortable than your bed at home, looks like a million bucks and handles very, very well. A wonderful ride, especially on the highway.

The trunk can fit luggage for a family of four going to Europe. I know this because I gave them a ride to the airport.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 9th January, 2004

1984 Lincoln Town Car Signature Series 302 V8 from North America

Summary:

Stylish, luxurious, and impressive

Faults:

Some sort of little sensor in the engine stopped working, causing the car to stall when I removed my foot from the gas pedal. However, it was fairly cheap to fix and has been fine since.

General Comments:

Truly the nicest car I've ever had. It's smooth, reliable, and well made, and you won't find anything more comfortable. It was made when cars were styled by people rather than computers, so while it may not be aerodynamically perfect, its looks are nothing short of stunning. It always gets lots of attention when I drive it, which I enjoy.

Gas mileage is about what one would expect; not too good, but not too bad either. It's just bad enough to garner a few dirty looks from tree-huggers in Geo Metros.

Overall, I'd say it's one of the greatest cars ever made, no matter how you look at it.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 23rd July, 2003

1984 Lincoln Town Car 302 from North America

Summary:

An old and good friend. A dandy automobile

Faults:

Manifold gaskets failed at 12,000 and again at 21,000.

Main computer module failed in first year and again in 10th year.

Raw fuel smell bothersome since 300,000.

Driver's door window chatter started 1994.

Many component replacements have been completed after normal wear.

Transmission and differential are original as are all body parts and most of the bulbs.

General Comments:

This is an exceptionally fine automobile and continues to serve me well. It provided me with classy wheels while I was still working and continues to serve me (and my faithful dog, Jake) with dependability and all the power and speed I could possibly need.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 28th July, 2002

20th Oct 2003, 13:56

I have a 1987 town car with 320,000 on it. I also have a problem with a fuel smell in the cabin.

10th Nov 2004, 17:50

I still have my 85 Lincoln Town Car Signature Series, I rebuilt the front suspension, (replaced ball joints and control arm bushings. I took it to our local Ford dealer to have the alignment done, These Ford service people really know these Lincolns. It has always been fixed right the first time. My Lincoln with 135000 miles drives like a new car again. I used a loaner that the service people had, Was a nice new vehicle with impressive options, But I sure was glad to get my good Town Car back.

I see the notes that some have left about the raw fuel smell, I used to own an 83 Mark 6, (same thing almost as the Town car). I found that the filler tube for the gas tank had rusted just enough to cause the raw fuel smell. I replaced it and that took care of the fuel smell. I have heard of this happening on high mileage Lincolns. I still will not part with my Lincoln. I know of people that has gone through 2 or 3 cars, but my faithful Town Car runs fine every time.

2nd Jun 2006, 23:28

The newer cars just can't match the beautiful and unique styling of the old "square box" Lincoln Town Cars. They were one of a kind and would run forever if you took care of them. I wouldn't be surprised if some archaeologist 20,000 years from now doesn't dig one up, dust it off, put gas in it and drive himself home in it.