It first introduced the mammoth Navigator SUV, which sold like crazy and carried it to the top of the American luxury car field for the first time in 59 years. Its new, near-luxury Lincoln LS sedan will compete in a crowded market, but it should stand up well against the competition. This all happened at the same time as a new Continental and Mercury Grand Marquis were transformed into much better vehicles. But the new Town Car is Lincoln's flagship, and it was redone as a new model in 1998.
Trunk space is down a bit, however, but there is still room for plenty of luggage.
Its shape seems to have borrowed styling cues from Ford's flagship import brand, Jaguar. Its style is about as retro as it gets these days, although observant car-spotters see portions of Ford's Sentinel concept car in its silhouette. The sweeping V-shaped grille and headlight assemblies are an elegant blend of old and new ideas. With the armrest lifted, room is cleared for three-across seating, but seat belt anchors that jut from within the seat mean the center position is the least desirable place to sit. The Signature Touring Sedan option brings dual exhaust to the fold, and adds another 15 horsepower and 10 more pound-feet of torque.