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What's New for the 2005 Lincoln Town Car?
Trim levels get spiffy name changes – the three models are now Signature for the base, Signature Limited for the luxury model and the Signature L for the long wheelbase. Feature content remains static. Inside, you'll appreciate the stylish new two-spoke steering wheel and the navigation system with THX certified audio. Safety modifications include new front crash severity sensors. Three new colors also arrive for 2005.
Advantages of the 2005 Lincoln Town Car:
- Traditional design with rear-drive and a V8 engine appeals to AARP members
- Huge interior and cavernous trunk appeals to Mafia members
- Often sold at deep discounts from sticker price
Objections to the 2005 Lincoln Town Car: - Heavy rental fleet sales and livery use undermine premium status of brand with consumers
- Styling hearkens back to when whitewall tires and vinyl roofs defined luxury
- Huge size a liability in today's jam-packed parking lots
Editor's Advice:
Kitschy and fading from consumer view, the 2005 Lincoln Town Car costs too much (unless you're taking advantage of huge dealer discounts), depreciates rapidly, and appeals to few born after 1950. Still, there is a need for this beast. Hail a Crown Vic Yellow Cab? Fuhgeddaboudit! Sometimes a Town Car is the least expensive way to get from midtown to JFK.
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