Vehicle Description
Here's a situation that doesn't come up very often. This 1993
Lincoln Mark VIII rolled off the assembly some 30 years ago and has
spent its entire life with the same family - and not just as a
dormant future restoration project to take on someday, but while
seeing active duty the whole time! Luckily, that family realized
the importance of consistent maintenance and responsible driving,
so this Lincoln is looking good, running strong and ready for its
next chapter.
The dark green exterior on this Mark VIII still looks sharp - take
a lap around the car and you'll see an even shine from front to
back. Its body is still well-aligned, and shows no dings of note,
with nice, even gaps between the panels and accompanying brightwork
that's scuff-free and sits flush. As a '93, it holds the
distinction of being the first generation of the Mark series to
have been branded as a Lincoln and marked a significant about face
for the model - after years of the Mark series being continually
downsized, this VIII emerged a full five inches longer and four
inches wider than its immediate predecessor. It also features a
more modern appearance - notice how sparingly chrome trim was used
on its exterior - but it still retains the spare tire contour on
its decklid that the model came to be known for.
Inside, the tan interior's surprisingly clean condition is another
indicator of the attentive care this Lincoln has seen. Both the
front buckets and rear bench seating still retain their original
shape, with no flat spots in sight, and even under close inspection
you'll find no tears or frayed stitching on the leather surfaces.
This is a roomy cabin - a byproduct of this generation's increased
width - and provides a very comfortable driving environment.
Interior features include power door locks and windows, a tilt
column, rear window defogger, cruise control and an AM/FM/CD
stereo. For collision protection, there are driver and passenger
side airbags on board. Smooth power steering makes this luxury
cruiser easy to navigate. This Lincoln's air conditioning
components are all in place, but the system will need a bit of
attention before returning to service.
The fuel-injected 4.6-liter engine standing by beneath the hood is
in strong running condition and marks another distinction that this
Lincoln's generation holds - its members are the first Ford Motor
Company vehicles to be outfitted with a dual-overhead cam V8. The
engine sits in a well-maintained compartment and is joined by a
smooth shifting 4-speed automatic transmission. The engine fires
right up, idles smoothly and accelerates without hesitation - this
car really drives nicely. With an independent suspension at both
ends - when it was first released, this Lincoln was also the only
four-seat American car to be equipped with both rear-wheel drive
and an independent rear suspension - it's nimble around corners and
won't suffer from annoying wheel hop on uneven surfaces. Power disc
brakes at all four corners provide dependable stops. A glance below
will reveal a rust-free underbody.
Well-maintained over the years, this 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII would
be a great acquisition for someone who appreciates a
nostalgia-inducing ride, but also wants a worry-free driving
experience. Call today!
