1997 Lincoln Mark Series

32V Intec. V8 Sedan

4.6L

Automatic

1LNLM91V6VY635258

Clear

GAS

Selling my beautiful, personal, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. Has been adult owned and always properly maintained and serviced. Exterior color is Pearlescent White Tri-Coat with the classy and lovely Gray Graphite Leather Interior. Exterior color is stunning with paint still maintaining its beautiful sparkling shine and luster. There are no signs of rust as far as I can tell. Overall the exterior is in excellent condition aside from a couple of road chips and minor dings. Exterior may show normal signs of wear. I say this in the interest of providing full and an honest description -would rather understate than overstate. Vehicle has never in any accidents (please see provided AutoCheck below - I couldn't get it to come up as it should so I had to take mine and reformat it as best I can - I'll be happy to email it to you asap. Just request one from me at setyon@aol.com) I’ve priced her very fairly – these cars are hard to find in good condition and are getting significantly more $$$ than I’m asking (another’97 with 89k miles just sold on eBay on October 4, 2012 for $6,100 with 13 bids. – There’s also a ’98 LSC – same color as mine - with 96k and they’re asking $6,990 for it). They are hard to find period. Search for a 1995-1998 Lincoln Mark Series on eBay. You really want a '97 or '98. 1997 was the year many significant advancements and improvements were made (see Motor Trend Review below). This particular model and year (besides turning heads AND being way ahead of its time in engineering, styling, options, safety, etc.) has received consistently rave reviews from both experts and owners. (See below or look up 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Reviews). The Leather Interior is is in excellent condition (and extremely comfortable) with no rips, tears, etc. and no significant signs of wear on any of the seats (including driver’s seat). The Dash, Steering wheel, Door panels, Floor boards, etc. are also in excellent condition with no cracks, peeling, or signs of wear. Mechanically in very good condition - she handles and drives beautifully. Glides down the highway ever so smoothly at any speed – from 40 mph to 80 mph (I don’t really push her but am rather gentle). But you can if you'd like – she was made not only for luxury, but for PERFORMANCE - with a top speed rating of 125 mph. The engine compartment is clean and free of any leaks, Alloy wheels are flawless, all four 225/60VR16.0 High Performance Continental Tires match and have approximately 70% of tread remaining. She’s been garage kept just about all of her life and mostly driven on clear days and in dry weather. Has never been smoked in, ash tray and lighter have never been used. These particular Lincolns came fully loaded. Mine includes (amongst the other features listed below); Power Moon Roof (no leaks, no issues), Premium JBL AM/FM/CD Factory Original 8 Speaker Concert Sound System that sounds AMAZING! (I’m lover of all types of music and appreciate the fact that this is one of the best sounding systems I’ve heard). Has Power and Heated Driver & Passenger Seats with Memory, Ice cold A/C, heat works great, with Automatic Climate Control for Driver & Passenger. Also includes Original Factory Integrated Cellular Phone. Comes with Original Owner’s Manual (still looks new with original Silver Cross Pen in it and the Lincoln logo on the clip). I also have all original books, brochures, pamphlets, etc. that came with the car. And most, if not all service records from new. Along with clear title in hand. This vehicle has been babied all of its life. There are no stories, no issues (that I’ve experienced or know of), and no disappointments. My car runs and rides beautifully and as she should. It’s a perfect all around driver that’s truly a pleasure to drive and own. A real driver’s automobile! This fine car has it ALL. Luxury, comfort, quiet, performance, and excellent gas mileage for a V8 (I’d say I get about 17-20 mpg average) – not to mention, this is one of the most beautiful and ascetically pleasing body styles made. I just had her checked, inspected, and serviced (September 2012). She easily passed New York State’s strict safety and emissions inspection law (with no issues). All mechanical and safety systems were found to be in excellent condition. Engine idles evenly and runs very smoothly. Transmissions shifts well and as it should. I would not hesitate to drive this car cross country or anywhere else with confidence. The mileage is relatively low for a 15 year young car, averaging about 6,133 miles a year. And these engines have been known to go for 200,000-300,000 mile if properly maintained (and this one was). So she’s got a lot of life and years left. Please keep in mind this in still not a brand new car and therefore may have normal signs of wear. Though none of this takes away from the fact that this vehicle has been well maintained and cared for. Car is sold as is with no implied warranty. Inspections are welcomed and encouraged This car is being offered locally and I reserve the right to end the auction at anytime. Buyer must pick up vehicle or arrange for delivery. I’ll be happy to assist with delivery to almost anywhere. A $500 deposit is required through PayPal is required 24 hours after auction purchase ends and the balance must be paid in CASH upon pickup or if shipped, money orders only. Title or vehicle WILL NOT be released until funds are cleared. Please ask any all questions BEFORE bidding DO NOT BID IF YOU DON’T INTEND ON BUYING AND PAYING PROMPTLY. BIDDERS ARE ENTERING INTO A LEGALLY BINDING CONTRACT AND WILL BE HELD TO IT. *** Please check my 100% Positive Feedback and bid with confidence *** Thanks for looking! __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ AutoCheck Vehicle History Report 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Report Run Date: 2012-11-03 23:42:30.875 EDT Report Summary Class: Upscale - Luxury Engine: 4.6L V8 EFI Country of Assembly: United States Vehicle Age: 15 year(s) Calculated Owners: 3 VIN: 1LNLM91V6VY635258 Year : 1997 Make : Lincoln Model: Mark VIII Style/Body: Coupe 2D This vehicle qualifies for Buyback Protection The AutoCheck Score is a summary of your vehicle's history. It lets you compare similar vehicles with ease. About the AutoCheck Score This vehicle qualifies for Buyback Protection Safeguard your investment with AutoCheck Buyback Protection. It reduces the risk in buying a used vehicle. About Buyback Protection AccidentCheckReported accidents: 0 Title and ProblemCheckYour vehicle checks out! OdometerCheckYour vehicle checks out! Last Reported Odometer: 78,340 Vehicle Use and EventCheckSpecific vehicle use(s) or events reported View Full History AccidentCheck Your vehicle checks out! There have been no accidents reported to AutoCheck for this 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (1LNLM91V6VY635258). AutoCheck receives its accident data from government sources and independent agencies, and based on the information available to us, we have found that no accidents have been reported on this vehicle. Not all accidents or damage events are reported to AutoCheck. Title and ProblemCheck Your vehicle checks out! AutoCheck's database for this 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (1LNLM91V6VY635258) shows no negative titles or other problems. When reported to AutoCheck, these events can indicate serious past damage or other significant problems, and disqualifies the vehicle for AutoCheck Buyback Protection. Check the Vehicle Use and EventCheck for reported accidents that can affect vehicle safety and value. 0 Problem(s) Reported: 15 Title/Problem areas checked: No abandoned title record No damaged title or major damage incident record No fire damaged title record No grey market title record No hail damage title record No insurance loss title or probable total loss record No junk or scrapped title record No manufacturer buyback/lemon title record No odometer problem title record No rebuilt/rebuildable title record No salvage title or salvage auction record No water damaged title record No NHTSA crash test record No frame/unibody damage record No recycling facility record OdometerCheck Your vehicle checks out! AutoCheck examined the reported odometer readings reported to AutoCheck for this 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (1LNLM91V6VY635258) and no indication of an odometer rollback or tampering was found. AutoCheck uses business rules to determine if reported odometer readings are significantly less than previously reported values. Not all reported odometer readings are used. Title and auction events also report odometer tampering or breakage. Vehicle Use and EventCheckInformation Reported! AutoCheck shows additional vehicle uses or events reported to AutoCheck for this 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (1LNLM91V6VY635258). This includes reported vehicle uses such as rental or lease, and events such as whether the vehicle has been reported to have had a loan/lien or duplicate title issued. Other events show if the vehicle has a reported accident and how many calculated accidents or if it has been reported stolen or repossessed. It is recommended to have pre-owned vehicles inspected by a third party prior to purchase. 1 Event(s) Reported: 6 Vehicle uses checked: Fleet, rental and/or lease use record(s) No taxi use record No police use record No government use record No livery use record No driver education record 0 Event(s) Reported: 9 Vehicle events checked: No accident record reported through accident data sources No corrected title record No duplicate title record No emission/safety inspection record No loan/lien record No fire damage incident record No repossessed record No theft record No storm area registration/title record Full History Below are the historical events for this vehicle listed in chronological order. Any discrepancies will be in bold text. Report Run Date: 2012-11-03 23:42:30.875 EDT Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (1LNLM91V6VY635258) Event Date Event Location Odometer Reading Data Source Event Detail 10/15/1996 CT Independent Source VEHICLE MANUFACTURED AND SHIPPED TO DEALER 10/31/1996 CT Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Leased Vehicle) 10/31/1996 CT 10 Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:023257462) (Leased Vehicle) 11/14/1997 NORTH HAVEN, CT 16,354 Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:023920356) (Leased Vehicle) 11/14/1997 CT Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL (Leased Vehicle) 12/08/1998 TRUMBULL, CT 23,956 Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:024576250) 12/08/1998 TRUMBULL, CT Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL 09/06/2000 TRUMBULL, CT Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL 09/30/2002 TRUMBULL, CT Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL 10/13/2004 TRUMBULL, CT Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL 10/02/2006 TRUMBULL, CT Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL 06/11/2008 TRUMBULL, CT 75,380 Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:031161052) 06/11/2008 TRUMBULL, CT Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL 01/22/2009 TRUMBULL, CT 78,340 Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:031525826) 01/22/2009 TRUMBULL, CT Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL 12/02/2010 TRUMBULL, CT Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL 09/13/2012 BROOKLYN, NY Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL This Vehicle's Glossary Below are the specific definitions for events that appear in this vehicle's report. Term Section Location Definition Fleet, Rental and/or Lease Use Vehicle Use and EventCheck The vehicle has been reported as used as a fleet, rental and/or lease vehicle. AutoCheck vehicle history report Terms and Conditions This report, and any reliance upon it, is subject to AutoCheck Terms and Conditions. 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With expert data handling, the Experian Automotive database houses over 4 billion records on a half a billion vehicles. Every AutoCheck vehicle history report will give you confidence when buying or selling your next used vehicle, with superior customer service every step of the way. Patent Notice Certain aspects of this vehicle history report may be covered by U.S. Patent 8,005,759. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Lincoln Mark VIII - First Drive New-Design Lighting, A Fresh Interior, And Major Engineering Refinements From the December, 1996 issue of Motor Trend - By Jack Keebler | Photos David Freers The 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII continues its fine tradition and builds upon its prestigious heritage with a heavy emphasis on mechanical refinement, sports-oriented handling and luxury, and beautifully distinctive styling. The newly refurbished 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII now has more power, more features and even more panache. And it does everything so well. Among luxury coupes, the new-for-'93 Lincoln Mark traditionally has taken a second rung relative to the best from Asia and Europe. So for 1997, Ford engineering put both its powerful rear-drive coupe and the competition under the design and engineering equivalent of an electron microscope to find the differences and close the refinement gap. After time behind the wheel of the '97, it seems as if the fine focus has paid off in a big way. The car's dramatic new exterior features all-new high-intensity-discharge headlamps, a more prominent hood and a distinctive open-mouthed grille, a new re-sculptured aluminum hood (replacing the plastic one), neon tail lamps, chrome ellipsoid exhaust tips, side-view mirrors with ground-illuminating puddle lamps and LED turn signals, and new fenders and re-sculptured rear quarter panels. This new styling sets off the coupe's low silhouette and sweeping aerodynamic lines from the rest of the4 luxury / performance vehicles priced much higher. Also important, but less obvious, are an all-new interior, intake manifold tuning for improved engine sound quality, and steering-system and suspension refinements for crisper handling and a sweeter ride. Our test model was a stunning Pearlescent white with a tan, leather-wrapped interior with tasteful brilliant chrome wheels. While flogging the new Lincoln across a tightly twisting road course at Ford's Dearborn, Michigan, proving grounds, it quickly became apparent that the coupe’s redesigned steering is much more communicative. Gone are the over boosted numbness and dead on-center feel. The wheel response is now slicker and quicker, with gentle pulses that speak volumes to your finger tips when corner carving. Particularly at speed on slippery roads, we found these rim-to-hand whispers and the occasional wake-up call quite valuable. It wasn't until we got the '97 Mark out on Detroit's rough concrete roadways that we discovered the big improvement in the car's ride smoothness and the new instrument panel's structural integrity. Yawning expansion joints that loudly would have challenged the previous Mark's body rigidity and had its steering column buzzing like a giant tuning fork were swallowed whole with just a trace of tire thump. Engineers say this transformation was achieved primarily through subtle changes to the shock bushings and the tops of the shock towers. Overall, the Mark VIII has been improved dramatically. And with the styling and lighting changes, forget mistaking this Lincoln for any other coupe after dark. Between the awesome blue-white blast of the HID headlamps and the blazing red stripe of the neon tail lamps at night, the Mark VIII will now stand out when the sun goes down. The Lincoln Mark VIII's 4.6-liter/290-horsepower DOHC V-8 gets a new manifold to tweak the intake tract's sound quality. Designers added California burled walnut, a new console, and a power tilt/telescoping steering column. The new Mark is fitted with a new high-profile aluminum hood, powerful high-intensity-discharge headlamps, and wraparound neon tail lamps. If that’s not enough, there’s a computer system that, with the touch of a button, will analyze major mechanical systems, compute gas mileage, check the oil, display the date and time, and tell you which way you're going. The interior is lush without being too plush. Supportive leather seats are set in a wide, roomy cabin, all nicely appointed, with an uncluttered dashboard that steps down in a nicely flowing shape. And an absolutely amazing 8 Speaker JBL AM/FM Stereo System with CD Player. The gauges are simple and straightforward. The trunk is cavernous. The 1997 Mark VIII faces formidable competition from the likes of Cadillac, Lexus, Infiniti, Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and sport-utility vehicles driven by a legion of former luxury-car buyers. Our tests found the '97 smoother, quieter, more comfortable, yet more responsive than ever. It has taken a giant leap ahead of Cadillac's Eldorado in ride and handling and is way ahead of it time in every category – engineering, advanced options, styling, performance, and more. This keeper is perhaps destined to be a classic. I’d like to keep-her. Original Factory Standard Equipment and Added Factory Options · 290-hp @ 5,750RPM Engine horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8 (premium) 32-VALVE V8 INTECH ENGINE · 281 cu.in. Engine displacement · 3.27 Axle ratio 3.55" x 3.54" Engine bore x stroke, .34 Drag coefficient · ELECTRONIC 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD · Transmission electronic control · Transmission lock-up torque converter · Sequential multi-point fuel injection, · Battery Run Down Protection · Stainless Steel True Dual Exhaust · Economy Miles per gallon: 22/18/26 Average / City/ Highway · Fuel Tank Capacity 18 Gal. · Base price $39,950 Price as tested $43,000 (est.) Performance · 0-60 MPH - 7.5 seconds · 1/4 Mile - 16 seconds @ 93.5 mph · Top-speed - 125 mph Handling & Suspension · Adaptive suspension, Auto-leveling suspension, Four wheel independent suspension, Front anti-roll bar, Rear anti-roll bar Exterior · White Pearlescent Tri-Coat (CC/Met) · Fully automatic Aero-composite headlights with Sentinel Auto-On / Off Headlights with delay off (can be set for 10-60 seconds) · Power Driver & Passenger Mirror · Integrated Lighted Turn Signal Mirrors · Intermittent Wipers · Premium Chrome wheels · Cornering lights, Center high mounted stop light · Tinted windows Interior · Driver & Passenger Automatic Climate Control (A/C / Heat) · Power Windows with 1-touch down · Power Door Locks with automatic lock option (After starting and driving away) · 8 Way Power Heated Reclining Driver & Passenger Bucket Seats · Seating capacity for 5 · Easy entry driver and passenger seats · Driver and Passenger fore/aft adjustment · Power Heated Driver and Right Exterior Mirrors · Four Way Power Tilt / Telescopic Steering Wheel · Memory for Two Drivers for Seats, Mirrors, Steering wheel · Power Driver and Passenger Lumbar Seating Support · Cruise Control · Full Leather Interior (Front & Rear Seating) · Integrated Cellular Phone · Compass · Miles Till Empty, Mileage Range based on Fuel Amount & Speed · Instant MPG, Average MPG · Driver & Passenger Illuminated Vanity Mirrors · Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel (With Audio and Cruise Control Functions) · Vehicle Anti-Theft System with Alarm · Electro-chromic Rearview Mirror · Wood Grain Interior Trim · Power Interior Remote trunk/hatch/door controls · Premium AM/FM JBL Concert 8 Speaker Sound System with In Dash Compact Disc Player · Steering Wheel Audio Controls · Rear Window Defroster · Remote Keyless Entry and Locking Key Fobs (2) with Trunk Release and Panic Button · Keyless Entry Coded Driver’s Door (Can be used optionally) · Trip computer and Trip odometer Computer (A & B) · Under seat ducts · Sliding and tilting sunroof · Illuminated entry · Day-night Auto-dimming rearview mirror · Garage door transmitter · Full floor console · Covered floor storage · Driver and passenger door bins · Seatback storage pockets · Illuminated Locking glove box · Driver's footrest · Front center storage armrest, Rear seat center armrest · Carpet on lower door panel · Full headliner · Full carpet floor covering · Leather shift knob · Leather steering wheel · Premium Floor mats · Front and Rear reading lights · Tachometer · Outside temperature display · PRND display in dash · Water temp gauge Mechanical · Air Ride Suspension Control · All Systems monitor for: Engine temperature | Battery warning | Low oil level and oil life warning | | Lights on warning | Key warning | Low fuel warning | Service interval indicator | All Low fluids warning | Turn Signal, Brake light failure warning |Door ajar warning | Trunk/lift gate ajar warning | Air Ride System | Door Locks · Traction Control · Rear Wheel Drive · Tires – Front / Rear 225/60VR16.0 Performance · Power Steering · Speed-sensing steering · Rack and pinion steering · Spare Tire Safety · 4 Wheel ABS brakes · 4 Wheel ventilated disc brakes · Dual front impact airbags · Height adjustable front seatbelts · Ignition disable · Security system · Panic alarm · Full Range Traction control Owner’s comments: It is a shame that Lincoln stopped making it From Naples, Fl | June 10, 2012 Rating from Lincoln in Naples Comfort: 5 out of 5 Performance: 5 out of 5 Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5 Interior Design: 5 out of 5 Value for the Money: 5 out of 5 Reliability: 5 out of 5 "I have always been in love with the second generation Mark VIII, since it was released in 1997. I call one of my MK 8's the Millennium Falcon, especially at night when the neon lights fill the back end with a single glow. I call my Black LSC Darth Vader since it has no chrome and it wears the black mask. The aerodynamics on this car are incredible, in 1993 Ford engineers took a stock MK 8 to the salt flats and ran at 182 Miles per hour, with the stock 295 HP cobra motor. The interior is far ahead of it time and one of the most ergonomic designs ever produced by a US car co. Turn signal diodes inside the side mirrors were 7 years ahead in time. The air suspension was 17 years ahead and Mercedes S Class adopts the design in 2000. The fuel economy at 27 MPG is great and the passing power on two lane roads is out of this world, 60 to 90 in few seconds. It is too bad that Lincoln stopped making this beautiful design to produce a 6000 LBS navigator that drives like a woolly mammoth and looks like a box of rocks. Hopefully Ford will bring back the Mark 8.” best deal on a car i've ever gotten by ford man from washington d.c. | August 22, 2009 Rating from ford man Comfort: 5 out of 5 Performance: 5 out of 5 Handling: 4 out of 5 Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5 Interior Design: 5 out of 5 Features: 5 out of 5 Value for the Money: 5 out of 5 Reliability: 5 out of 5 "bought one with 165,000 miles and runs great. has LOTS of features that modern day cars don't have..." Ahead of its time by Jay from Cleveland, OH | February 7, 2008 Rating from Jay Comfort: 5 out of 5 Performance: 5 out of 5 Handling: 5 out of 5 Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5 Interior Design: 5 out of 5 Features: 5 out of 5 Value for the Money: 4 out of 5 Reliability: 5 out of 5 "Great car, very stylish. My friends think my 1997 is a 2004. And all my passengers love the interior and the auto glide seats!" Why did they quit while they were ahead??? by Builder to the World from Port Orchard, Washington | February 1, 2007 Rating from Builder to the World Comfort: 5 out of 5 Performance: 5 out of 5 Handling: 5 out of 5 Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5 Interior Design: 5 out of 5 Features: 5 out of 5 Value for the Money: 5 out of 5 Reliability: 5 out of 5 "Ford Motor Company is struggling? Well, well....when they quit making this Mark VIII they really rolled over....this framework could easily have been brought along year after year and made better and better but SUV fever won out I think. Starting with the '97 Mk. VIII why would anyone buy anything else? This car goes like a bat, handles a four wheel drift and stops like a two ton car should. Mine is now ten years old and runs like new each time I turn the key. They (that would be Lincoln) just do not make'em like they used to...this car will shine like the sun for at least another ten years...I hope they bring something like it back!! I own this car - My approximate mileage is 144,000 By Ja (TX) on Thursday, April 05, 2012 Rating from Ja Great ride - have owned for 14 years - great value "Hard to replace." Comfort: 5 out of 5 Performance: 5 out of 5 Handling: 5 out of 5 Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5 Interior Design: 5 out of 5 Features: 5 out of 5 Value for the Money: 5 out of 5 Reliability: 5 out of 5 On Nov-08-12 at 13:24:44 PST, seller added the following information: I reserve the right to end this listing at any tims as the vehicle is listed locally. Thank you.