Watch This BEFORE You Buy a Mercury Grand Marquis (2003-2011)
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- Опубликовано: 13 фев 2019
- its time someone answered this question once and for all...between the crown victoria p71, the mercury marauder, and the grand marquis..which is the best panther platform car?
with an affordable price, reliable drive train and luxurious interior..the crown goes to the mercury grand marquis! 
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I got a 98 Marquis that i bought for 600 bucks been driving it almost 3 years...Totally worth it
i just bought one
How many miles do u have on ir
Will Diggs I have a 1997 Marquis with 252,000 miles and I paid $600 for it. Been driving it since 2017 and it’s still going strong. The AC still blows ice cold and the heater still works. Oh and the electric seats and windows still work. Radio doesn’t work.
I drive it super easy and take good care
Of it.
Best $600 I ever spent.
@@joethetacolover7340 160,000
Damn really ? That’s wild
I miss my Marquis. Reliable, comfortable, boat car. I mean that in the best of ways, much simpler than the Mercedes I currently own.
I am the proud owner of a 2003 grand marquis GS. $3000 w/37k. A few scratches and flawless interior! I originally wanted a Town car, but I couldn't pass it up!
Damn that’s a REAL good deal!! I got mine about 6months ago and paid $3000 for 2007 w/92k
Grand marquis is nicer than a Lincoln town car. Lincoln town car floats too much because of the air suspension. Grand marquis can whip it
Calling bull shit
1900$ with studded winters and summers. Few rust spots but I got. Steal
@@rajeshkumar-mo8tx Grand Marquis also has rear air suspension. And the air bags will eventually leak, causing the rear of the car to sit flat on the ground. They are very expensive to replace. I replace the ones in my 2006 with coil springs for around $200, and they work fine.
I bought a 2006 Grand Marquis 6 months ago with 58000 miles. Best car I’ve ever owned. Floating on a cloud.
couch on wheels
How many miles on it since then and any issues
Ash2 0Win do it I just bought a 2007 marquis with a 108k love it
Ash2 0Win it’s a great first car trust me they love too drink gas tho lol
Ash2 0Win put you a blue tooth in
I'm from saudi Arabia I have 2011 grand marquis I bought it a new in 2011 for 24,000 $
Now it's 500,000 kilometers but it is run like a new
I love my grand marquis
MUSTABEDable mashallah , thats 310k miles ! i just bought an 08 grand marquis for $1200 with only 110k miles . it was a steal for sure
Change oil and filter every 5k km and this thing will run for ever. Service transmission every 45k km or once per year and it will last too.
That was 4 years ago. I'm wondering if your car is still running because to reach 500k+ is incredible. I have an 06 Grand Marquis. Started with 89k miles, now it has close to 200k and runs great. I love the reliability
I have had 4 or 5 Grand Marquis's. I can usually find one with less than 50,000 miles for a maximum of $7000. The last one I bought was a 2008 with 35000 on it. It looked new and is in great condition.
Next video: Before you buy a Lincoln Town Car.
Same everythang as vic an murcery
1997 and before
my towncar just blew up at 116,000. never again
My '04 is at 190k. Bought in 2912 at 93K with all records.
Mow it needs $1600 of front end suspension (debating). Only issues have been Air suspension, intake manifold gasket (design flaw) and a rear wheel seal.
@Say less I once drove my 01 off the curb from the parking lot I thought I was about to ruin my car but It was fine. I love my town car and plan on buying a new one.
I got a 04 grand marquis. best car ever
@Mike Smith by the way i got it set up? Yeah and it was hard to fuck too since there's barely any clearance
@Mike Smith twice
I luv them they float on tha highway
@@originalgboy7649 feels like riding the flying nimbus
@@KDMFrost hugs them corners like NASCAR drivers lol
I swear, these are really overlooked. Everyone talks about how the P71 is great, how the Marauder is a great sleeper, and how the Town Car is comfy, etc. In all honestly, I love all of these cars, but this deserves some more recognition. It's almost like everyone forgets it exists.
I agree. I found a very well maintained '96 with 141k on it. And I got a great deal on it too.
I just picked up a 95 for cheap. Love the car.
It’s because of the name ... all three are literally THE SAME DAMN CARS
@@rileypearson3236 The Marauder is not the same as the P71 or any other counterpart. It received the DOHC 4.6 engine where every other panther car got the SOHC engine. But you are correct as three cars did carry the same internals. Crown Vic, Grand Marquis, and the Town Car. There is an "up to speed" episode on the car by Donut Media.
Probably 1. the name 2. the whole stigma of it being a grandma car
Honestly if i ever got one id just slap ford badges everywhere. Saying "i own a ford" is way better than trying to explain that mercurys are fords with a different name and badge
Nice video! I’m currently driving a 2002 grand Marquis 45,000 miles on it. It was my dad‘s he bought a brand new back in 02 he passed in December of 03 RIP Pops. Just bought it off my mom for six grand…beautiful car. I just gave it it’s first ever break change couple of weeks ago
I bough a 2001 mgm in November 2017 . One owner 84 year old lady. I used this as a work car because of all the miles I drive. Have to admit I've had a few minor issues, but this is the most comfortable car I have ever owned. Cruises down the highway effortlessly. Huge seats and quiet. Ac will freeze your head solid.
I too, own a MGM....mine is pretty much a base model, a GS w/cloth interior....let everyone point and laugh at the big old cruiser with all the exterior plastic chrome and ostentatious metal 'wood' trim and lazy-boy style split bench seats....this beast of a machine will still be running smoothly and gliding on air by all these naysayers left on the shoulder of the highway with their hoods up and thumbs in the air......lol....NOW, WHO HAS THE LAST LAUGH?.😉
Same here. I have a '96 MGM with cloth interior. However, she's clean and reliable with no mechanical issues. I swapped in LED bulbs for the headlights (huge difference) and just put some '14 Mustang GT wheels on her. The extra grip the car now has is nutty
@@frankcedenoiii6313 these cars will run forever. Not perfect but pretty sure I'll get another 100k out of it, no problem.
My parents used to have a 96 MGM...interior was identical from 95 all the way through to like 2002...the only difference is the steering wheel and SRS airbag assbly...these cars will go forever....just keep a check on thermostat/housing, esp if you have the all-plastic intake manifold..usually on later 90's early 2000..
Oh... yeah and it was $2000. Best money I've ever spent
Nice video own a 2010 Grand Marquis. Bought it Brand New off the showroom floor. Did a Magnaflow cat back exhaust, put in a 3:73 rear end, had it professionally tuned, with a k&n cold air intake, and swapped out for TSW Silverstone 18” lighter weight wheels. Car was amazing. In 2014 I bought a challenger RT off the showroom floor, and sold the grand Marquis to my brother. I missed the Grand Marquis so much I just bought it back from my brother and I love it. If this motor ever goes “let the building begin”. It is now my daily driver and it is so much car for the money. Well done video and thanks for bringing light to a vehicle that most can’t appreciate. 👍🏾💯
I own a 2004 Grand Marquis, and had it since new. I love that car!
I'm in France, I own a 2007 Grand Marquis Palm Beach Edition. I approve this video! ;)
I have a Palm Beach edition as well
Yeah I have a silver 2003 MGM Ultimate. Converted the rear air suspension to coil springs. The air bags were already leaking when I got it so I just solved that problem for life. Transmission has a broken accumulator spring, making the 1-2 shift jerk about 10% of the time. Converted the Y pipe single exit exhaust to true dual, no linkage pipe. Just two divorced 3" pipes right off the rear cats with side exits before the axle. Added Marauder headlights and corners, swapped in Crown Vic tails, tinted the tails in the S55 pattern, tinted the giant red rear fascia so it appears black. It's the daily and I abuse the whole hell out of it, so I'm not putting any more money into customization :)
I got a 2004 in 2011 and she's still running to this day!! Alice is a Beauty. Best car I've ever had. Changed about 4 major parts plus minor cosmetic on the interior.
I just picked an 04 GMQ yesterday with 102k miles. Never beat on, very well maintained and I got it for what I think is a great price! I love it. There’s nothing else like it on any other platform!
I bought an 04 like new at a dealership with 32k mileage and oil changed every 1000 miles! Paid 9k but could not walk away from this gem
Lincoln town car is the best panther platform car , it's the smoothest and doesn't pretend to be anything else but a comfortable luxury car.
Love my 2000 tc 200k going strong stock but intakemanafold
I don't think town car rides smoother, but grand marquis is much prettier (work of art)
@@patrickh1154 lol wtf u sir smoke crack a vic dose not look better Lincoln is top dog of them all😱😱😱
Aarron Rubini looks like you smoke crack also lol
I like the town car but I head the ugly taillights
What an original concept totally unlike Regular Car Reviews...
Random deep voice bits and everything
Implying he didn't rip off of redlettermedia
I'm addicted to buying grand marquis cars. I have owned 4 of them and will continue to buy them. The newer the model, the better. My 2001 lasted me 5 years with no major problems paid $2,500 for it. At 233,000 miles it's still going. Sold it to my nephew and he drives it alot. I now own a 2006 grand marquis. So sad they stopped making them. 😣
Grand Marquis..The last of the good body on frame cars. For a V8 the fuel mileage really isn't that bad. The 2 valve 4.6 V8 is probably one of the most reliable engines made in the last 20yrs. I am giving my son my very good condition 2004 Ford F150 STX with the 4.6 2 valve as well as having a locking rear differential. Its going to be his graduation present this year. I am currently looking at used Grand Marquis for a new to me vehicle. (yes I would love a newer F-150,,but so expensive) What can you honestly buy out there today that comes close to the overall build quality of one of these cars in the up to 4K range..some 5 plus with extremely low miles. I love the 4.6 2 valve engine. In my truck it always had no issues doing a 1/2 ton trucks duties. Pulls my fiberglass bass boat down interstates without breaking a sweat with a mildly tuned lower hp V8. I would like the locking rear diff added to whatever G Marquis I purchase...Plenty of parts out there to make it happen.
Stu650Zuk why would you want a locker differential in a car?
@@germancavallo8277 Not a "locked" (welded) differential, but a Trac-Lok, as installed in any Panther chassis. The Trac-Lok provides excellent traction in slippery conditions, and it CAN be the reason you get home.
Ls430 is a far superior car
@@melvinharris7859 smoother shifting, smoother motor, far more reliable motor (with more maintenance but still longer lasting) heated and cooled seats , adaptive cruise control, seat memory, rear reclining seats, better quality leather, real wood accents, factory gps, factory nakamichi sounds system. I own and love my 2003 town car ultimate with 123k miles, but would trade for a well maintained ls430 with 200k in an instant. Go drive one and you'll see, this year was my first time in a Lexus 430, it was a 325k mile 2002 and it rode nicer than any car I've ever been in and I've been in allot of cars being a mechanic. 325,000 miles and no rattles, no creeks, shifted like butter, coldest ac I've felt in a car. Everything except the telescoping steering wheel worked.
@@mrsir2378 yes but try to find one that isn’t a shit box for under 4 k you can get these for 2gs all day and you can sell that once you got enough saved.
The one in the thumbnail clean af
Ain't it tho, it's different
MB Battles look good on every car
It's lowered so pretty. It looks mean as hell low to the ground
A 454 Chevy looks better and stock!
The 04 in the thumbnail is mine; thank you :)
Things have changed. Back in 2016, I bought a 69,000 mile 2006 Grand Marquis LS in excellent condition for $4500. Unfortunately it was Performance White, and is now half white and half gray. I still have it, and it still runs like new with 238,000 miles. I plan to wear it out. But I know it won't last forever, so just a couple of weeks ago I bought a one owner 2007 Grand Marquis LS with 36,000 actual miles on it. Even though I was a mechanic for 41 years, I had it inspected by another mechanic I've known for a long time, who has a hydraulic lift. Everything checked out. I paid $9000 for it. These cars are not cheap anymore. And really nice ones are few and far between. I consider $9000 for a like new super low mileage Grand Marquis that has been in AZ it's entire life a much better deal than the new $35,000 2022 Hyundai Accent my ex wife bought.
In the car world nowadays they still seem to be a great value buy.
They are also set up for dual exhaust, rear sway bar etc if you want to boost the ride up a bit.
I have a 99 Grande MarquisLSC 153,000 miles, silver metallic bucket leather seats dual exhaust! She's a bitch! Power? Hell yeah! 0-60 in 7-8 seconds! No scratches, dings, rust! Bought her 6 years ago for $2,000! She's going to outlive me! Lol
I’m 64 and have had a 03 silver birch and 05 light tundra and now drive a 04 baby boy blue!! Love these wonderful cars!
As a Crown Vic LX owner I can say that the P71/B is more fun and I'd rather have one of those if it's one that was an admin car and not a patrol car. However, the LX/MGM will get better MPG, is more comfortable and will most likely be more reliable due to less abuse. It's all in what you're looking for. Sadly due to salt (it's not bad but do I necessairly want to deal with all the incoming salt issues in a couple years? no) I'll be looking for a newer Crown Vic and the only option is pretty much going to be a 2010+ CVPI.
I have a 2008 grand Marquis with 95k miles on it and it's freaking awesome third owner I did a little speed test check it out
Got my 2008 last week from a grandpa. Love it
U r one lucky dawg..!ENJOY.. they don't make cars like these anymore.
Great video and I agree with you on the MGM.I own a 2008 with 150k miles and it's been one of the best cars I've ever owned.The Grand Marquis does have a transmission cooler but not engine oil cooler like the p71.
I have an '03 I bought used in 2009, it's been fantastic. Good power, super comfortable and it gets me where I need to go. Although the PO didn't keep up with the maintenance. The suspensions wear out on all of the panther cars because they're so heavy. Look out for ball joints and check the rear axel seals/bearings. The intake manifold cracked on mine even though it had the updated part. The LCM went out but was replaced for free since it's a safety recall. I also had to replace the ABS computer, fuel pump and have the AC system rebuilt. At this point the car has been paid off for years and it still runs great. I'll be sad when it finally comes time to get rid of it. I honestly don't know what I would replace it with.
I have a 95 grand marquis and it drove like a cloud for bout 7 months. I've had to have every part on both sides of front end fixed numerous times from sway bar breaking. Great engine! Horrible front end issues!! I never noticed how many of these type cars I hear making front end noises till I bought mine.
Have a 2004 ls ultimate, great car, I" d rather have the grandma stigma than todays crossover 'Dork' stigma. lol
I just got a 2005 model,281k but suspension and steering really tight. No leaks anywhere. Was my step dad's car at one time. Only work he did was a new a/c system and a belt tensioner. 20mpg on the road. Rides wonderfully. A couple minor paint spots, clear coming off the chrome trim.
Complete, new chrome is only $75
Got an ‘05 Grand Marquis of my own. My first car. Initially wasn’t thrilled with driving it to high school and looking like a grandpa at 16 years old. Been 5+ years with her and haven’t doubted the decision ever since. I love everything about these cars, ultimate road trip car; with the cushiony cloth seats, it makes a 6 hour road trip feel like 6 hours on my TV room couch. Historically reliable, and oh it’s road presence? Hardly rivaled, especially when it’s black and tinted all the way around like mine. An unbelievably undervalued car that’s overlooked by most.
09 GM with Marauder sway bars, rear cargo coil springs and a conservative jmod to improve the shift. It's the ultimate grandpa car. The only thing missing is dual exhaust.
I own a 2001 Gran Marquis that my father in law bought new and I absolutely love it. I believe it has the same engine, transmission and air ride as the Lincoln Town Car. I already
I always refer to it as a poor man's Lincoln. My air conditioner still blows cold after 18 years (never had it charged!) and it still has the original factory air ride. I have 90,000 miles on it. You really can get a beautiful used one for $3,000. What a lovely ride.
I’ve got a 96 Bayshore Edition and I love it. Only 90k miles and runs great!
I bought a 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis LS in February. I love this car. It looks just like this one
I have a 2002 Grand Marquis LS with 122,000 miles and I love it. I wish it was the 2003-2011 model because I like the body style a little better. Otherwise no complaints at all in 3 years of ownership; just maintenance oil changes.
GiveMeMyStyxhexenhammer666Plushie AndNoOneGetsHurt Love my 99LSC! These Panthers are the only AMERICAN CARS in the top 5 of most reliable on the road! Actually, #3! The others were Honda's and Toyota/ Lexus! That saying something! And stupid Ford, caved into Fuckhead OBAMA's " Cash for Clunkers" program, and stopped production in 2011! These cars aren't even gas guzzlers! About 16-24 miles per gallon on regular fuel! Now Ford is no longer going to make Cars! Even with the high sales of the Fusion! SUV's and F150 Trucks... That's their future! WTF?
You could just change the nose because that’s really the only difference
@@joelspivak6622 Obozo's cash for clunkers was a straight up SCAM, many idiots tokk the bait, line and sinker.
In 2003 they went to rack and pinion , you word not believe the difference
98-02 MGM has a better looking front end than the 03-11
This is exactly the situation I went through bout a year ago I was looking for a decent mileage P71, but I could not find one that did not have a ton of idle hours, been beat to death, interior gutted, and if I could find one it was way over priced. Then I had a thought.....look for a Mercury Grand Marquis.....typically very well taken care of, hardly abused, low idle hours, interior is usually in great shape....you get all the benefits of a P71 without all the disadvantages. My car was a one owner 2006, 62K, driven by an elderly lady, interior was immaculate, paint like brand new, runs and drives like a brand new car.....on average I drive over 100 miles a day and nothing drives or runs better man its great I will never sell it!!!
I’m really down the rabbit hole here and no idea why I clicked this video... but it was a damn good one lol, thank you for the content
This video is spot on. I have had all the same thoughts! I got an older 1999 MGM and she is a beast! Keeps up with them newer cars no problem.
I have a 2000 grand marquis with 263,674miles on its and still a beast love my car 🚘
I have a 2000 grandmarquis holding up good
I got a 03 crown vic lx presidential (P74) with the lether top. Its an awesome car
Presidental p74?. Thats a new one in my books😐
Not a factory option, installed regionally by custom shops
Thanks for the review
What are the differences from 2005 up to 2011
Also Were the stock tires the same size all years or were there different size options?
I like the slightly higher stance of the p71 but as you mention I agree it’s better to stay clear.
Is there a easy way to achieve the same stance without sacrificing ride quality?
Helped my buddy buy one. Bought a 2005 with cracked intake for 700 with 96k miles. Patched intake with jb weld, fixed. A week later had 3 misses replaced spark plugs, fixed. Now it rips. Clean title. Clean leather. Power everything and everything works. Did have to replace idler arm and a couple other front suspension parts but all repairs stayed under 150 dollars. Now it's a dope ass comfortable bad ass ride. Now looking for one for myself, buddy is thinking about flipping his. Love em.
The Mercs have always been my favorite since I think they are the best looking and are almost just as luxurious as the lincoln
i brought myself a marquis 05 LS with 106k miles for 2k and i love it 😎
Cashing_Checks I’m supposed to get a 06 tomorrow that’s why I’m here lol
@@4the1hood0 did you end up getting it ? if so hows it been ? im looking at 06 LS right now.
I've owned a 1996 Bayshore Edition Grand Marquis. Absolutely the cleanest two tone leather interior.
I love that you brought up the grandma example. My mother, 86 years old, has just offered me her 2008 mercury grand marquis. I call it the Palm Beach, cause that's what it says on her barely worn seats. Everything about this car is gold. I'm making a list of little additions and subtractions I want for it. I want to free it of emissions restrictions, without going overboard, I want to free up its lungs and do something with the exhaust, maximize its natural born get up and go. So far all I've found is mods that look cool if this were pimp my ride. I haven't seen a rim/tire yet that I like and I haven't heard from anyone who's lowered it a notch what if any restrictions result from doing so. I think I would rather not lower it if I'm going to run into problems with the suspension or scraping the carriage. I would rather hit speed bumps without needing to slow to a complete stop, I seem one that took out the bench seat for a couple buckets, that looked real cool. 4 of those instead of the two bench seats could be cool, but I can think of good use for the bench as well, yes sir
Honestly it sounds like you're looking at destroying a fine car.
@@danielsmit11i think he just wants to wake up the car and give it more potential
my concern with all vehicles "owned and driven by grandma" is that they probably got little or no maintenance done to them. So even though they probably weren't redlined and driven hard, they probably got as much (or more) wear due to refusal to change the fluids.
WJ Handy Dad
Just run some 5W20 with some Marvel Mystery Oil 4 quarts 5W20 1 quart MMO.
Drive it 1000 miles change the oil to preferred weight. Personally I run either the 5W30 or 10W30. The 10W30 only because mine has 255k.
As if there's some teenager some where killing themselves to go get an oil change.😒
I buy and flip cars a lot and with my experience as well as with friends, family, neighbors etc that are "grandma/grandpa" types is that they are the ones that typically over maintain their vehicles and the types of owners I seek out when buying used cars as they usually buy new, with cash, then own them for 10 years plus then sell them with a folder full of maintenance records. They usually go to dealers for maintenance and not quickly lube's......That's what I have experienced and witnessed instead of just assuming they are cheap and lazy and looking for convenience compared to a typical middle aged person who is rushing around and leasing cars every 3 or so years running kids to and from places sitting in traffic and burning through brakes and tires and finding time to change their oil when it's already 6 months overdue..
@@mikeharris3293 I agree with you. My Marquis' first owner was an old lady, and all of her receipts we're from a Ford dealership. The next owner definitely took care of it to getting the oil changed at 3k miles/4 months
@@mikeharris3293 yes, if you find someone who over maintains their vehicle (like I do), then you find a gem (whenever I sell my vehicles people who know me know they are getting a good, well maintained vehicle and I disclose everything I know about). Unfortunately that's the exception rather than the rule in my experience.
Yeah, but the marauder comes with a 4 valve per cylinder dual OVC. Puts out about 50 more ponies. Basically it’s the mustang cobra motor. Slap a supercharger or turbo on there with a good exhaust, 373 gears and BAM, 500 HP.
jasonneal yeah but you reliability will go out the window, especially with a supercharger!
Thx for this review. Got my Dad's '05 GM a few years back as my 2nd car. Don't drive it that much, yet decided to to the bypass project and get rid of the air suspension due to rotted out air bags. Yet have all the parts and may go back to that. some electrical window issues due to moisture. Other then this, no issues. I think I need to drive it a bit more and tune it up.
You have to stop ending your videos like that you leave me wanting to see more😂😂
But what about the spotlight!! Hahah so not kidding a bit I drive my 08 p71 daily and on my way home 90% of the time I'm either in front of by 1-2 cars or behind a super clean champagne colored grand marquis, well today I was directly behind it and I was thinking to myself the same thing, that thing looks like it has zero abuse and would be a nice driver, but then I got home and took a double take at my interceptor with the black steelies wearing the eagle ultra grips and the setina push bumper and thought to myself.... Nahhh lol
Love your channel.
Preach it about the Gran Marquis.
I own a 97 that I bought for 1000 back in 15.
When I bought it had 215k now has 255k.
Right after I bought it took a 500 mile one edge trip in it. Only thing I did was change the oil to 5W/20 , so it would flush the engine somewhat. Driving 70 + avg 27 mpg. Currently run 5W30 or 10W30 and still get about 23 mpg to 25 mpg.
Try that in a 4 banger and all cramped up.
It is not the lx with the leather and all but I love it.
No the downside. It did have a couple of minor repairs, brake lines and shift linkage.
I will probably have to get rid of it. Why?
Rust. The previous owner never washed it.
The front underside is rusted bad. To the point I was advised the front frame would need to be cut out and a new (junkyard) clean frame welded in. Remember Ford with the Crown Victoria had a recall on some of them about rust.
But I am already looking around for one.
Bro great channel, been watching for about a year here in Tampa/Clearwater. Just brought a 96 Grand Marquis for $70 from an older man, it needed a heater core and the pitman and idler arms replaced. So i bypassed the heater core for now and I'm doing the pitman arm, already did the idler arm. I'm looking to buy another grand mar for my sister who drives a windstar(bad rear axle recall)
Thanks for the video! My 2003 Grand Marquis GS has 224k miles and runs like BRAND NEW!! Spent more money in impound for tickets and maintenance than I did for the car.... got it for 1500$ from a old lady 1 owner with 165k miles 1 year later 224k miles. LOVE THIS CAR!!!!
Does it still run
Something that I never hear or see talked about with Panthers is worn suspension. Suspension parts failures at around 100k of civilian use in Grand Marquis are very common. 2/2 of my MGMs (2003 and 2008) were purchased at 120k and 97k respectively, both with worn suspension. The 2003 had leaking rear air shocks, 4 severely worn ball joints, A-arms, and struts. It costed about $2000 to replace all of this, but my local mechanic had the welder do some exhaust for free, which was great. The 2008 I just bought needed struts really bad. That's $190 per Motorcraft strut, plus 2 hours labor, about $600. The front end still doesn't feel just right on the 2008, but everything else was inspected by the trusted mechanic. Watch how people drive over speed bumps at 25mph and you'll soon see why this is the case.
My BEFORE you buy a Mercury Grand Marquis advice is this: ram it over speed bumps in the test drive (go to a school or shopping center) and make sure the front end doesn't bottom out or feel loose. Park the car and put the windows down, turn the A/C or heat off, radio off, and turn the wheel all the way left and all the way right - listen for pops, which would indicate worn ball joints. Sometimes Grand Marquis' get sold out of an estate sale and have sat in a garage or driveway for a long time. This can cause the suspension to settle in some unnatural ways, making it seem like there's more wear on the suspension. Putting the car on a lift for 30 minutes can allow grease to move around in the ball joints and make them work correctly. Sagging coil springs can also sometimes be fixed this way, just stretch them out by putting it on the lift. If any of these problems arise, go ahead and deduct $1500 from the fair purchase price or walk away.
There's also the steering columns at least on 2008-2011 model MGMs and CVs. They get worn out and introduce a lot of play in the steering wheel. This can result in an accident as you basically lose control if you hit a bump. A bumpy gravel driveway takes away about 40% of the steering control you have, as you'll need to turn the wheel very far to get steering response in these conditions. I experienced this in a 2009 CV P70 LWB fleet package. The only solution was to replace the whole column with one from the junkyard, about $250 for the part, 1-2 hours labor. I traded that car in, as it also had a cracked intake, busted/rusted shocks, leaking trans, and an oil leak. Good thing I only bought it for $2k with 98k, and this was when 2009 wasn't old yet.
I have 238,000 miles on my 2006 Grand Marquis LS, and the only suspension parts I've replaced were the rear air bags and shocks. I actually replaced the air bags with coil springs. Under $250 in NEW parts, I did the work myself, took less than 2 hours. Front suspension is all original and in good condition. Even if you have to replace all 4 ball joints, both shocks and springs, the complete upper control arms, and the sway bar links and bushings, you are looking at $500-$600 in aftermarket parts, and any mechanically inclined person can do the job themselves. My steering is fine, the rack and pinion steering in 2003 and up models can last past 400,000 miles. It has zero oil leaks. I did install an aftermarket transmission pan with a drain plug, and replace the transmission fluid every 9,000 miles, and the filter every 27,000 miles. I change the engine oil and filter every 3000 miles. Running these cars with dirty oil and trans fluid will damage the seals.
Gerald, I'm in favor of frequent maintenance. May I ask how you came to 9,000 miles for tyranny fluid change & 27,000 for filters? Was fluid getting burnt smell or finding metal in filters? Ford says tranny is a lifetime unit with no service needed. No one knows what that means.
Do you always change oil every 3,000 miles or every 5 months?
Our MGM LS is 20 years old at 44,000. CARFAX shows numerous Ford dealer servicing for this car.
Some mechanics have questioned servicing more than factory engineers have specified. Not me. But I want the extra effort to be worthwhile. Thank you for the good info in yout comment!
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You can also just buy a clean p7b interceptor and put some Grand Marquis door panels on it and some town car seats and call it a day
Or just get a premium trim Grand Marquis and call it a day. MUCH easier. Best of both worlds. It's a car that has similar Town Car interior, with similar Crown Vic exterior. AND air ride like the Town Car.
Watch a video where a dude swapped seats, nightmare! Different connections
@@mr.carguy3161 I switched my bags for Swedish steel springs and it rides and handles way better. 03 LSE ultimate
@@robertvilliard6768 huh. I may look into that. Thanks
I have a marquis on 24s. 235000 miles on it, regular tune ups, the big rims killed the rear so had to replace that other than that the car runs beautiful and is beautiful. Love my marquis.
I bought a 2011 Grand Marquis Ultimate 1 owner grandma car in 2015 with 28k actual miles for 9k $. She’s a dream to drive and oh so comfortable. Good Video and YT channel!
I've owned everything from the crown victoria civilian and currently a police interceptor, mercury marquis the older bubble style and a Lincoln town car. I loved my crown Victoria lx sport out of all. The 95 grand marquis I owned was decent for its age and gave me little to no trouble. I owned 2 town cars a 96 and a 99. I was in the market a month ago for a lx sport cv grand marquis or town car. In my area there isn't much for the price range. I settled for a 2010 crown vic police interceptor with 111k on it. After owning for a month and it runs very strong transmission pulls hard but I've noticed some things that have me asking myself why the hell did I buy it. If I had it to start over again I'd try to find a town car or lx sport. Not sure what the future holds on the cvpi it's a daily driver as of now
My crown vic lx was best car I ever owned.got totaled and flirted with a maurader but did not
I have 205k miles on my LX Sport ....only issues was the intake (2).
Got a 1999 Mercury Grand marquis ls for $1k . Works fine..gets me to point A to point B just fine. Paint is fading but idc
I bought an 03 back in 15 for 500 bucks in great condition with 295,000 miles. She's gotten rougher now but I still love it
Got a 2010 grand marquis and it's my favorite car I've ever owned.
My 97 Grand Marquis is a great car as well
I love my 97 she runs
Mine made over 350hp to the rear tires..A bunch of suspension and brake work. The car hurt so many feeling.
James Robinson I have a 98...and I love her...
99 here. Margaret is a classy lady.
Was the best year I owned
Stop giving out the secrets man! 🤣🤣🤣
2:50 I wasn't convinced until literally this point when you had to bring up the previous owners
I just bought a 2009 Grand marquis LS ultimate edition. It’s my first car. I love it.
me too 2009
U sound like regular car reviews
I have a 2004 mercury grand marquis LS ultimate edition :)
My first car too.
My 03 is a limited edition
yup mines a winter green ultimate edition 2004 as well, love it
James Robinson mine is that ugly dark red color, idk what it’s called though
Ayla Hunter mine is that ugly dark red color, idk what it’s called though
I picked up on 06 from a "car guy". Engine compression was between 195 to 205 psi on all 8. Its mint! Great driver.
Great video, Random! I am currently on my 7th Panther since owning cars, and it is coincidentally an 07 MGM (aka Black Beauty)
Oh so now p71's have bad transmissions,bad diffs and intake manifolds that crack funny I've had 9 and not one of these problems
And i have a 2004 marquis and had a cracked intake manifold.....they all have the same manifold so idk what he talking bout
What happened to the ford galaxy????
My dad has a 67' and we have two grand marquise's a 98 and my 05, and a 79 stingray, and a 67 Mustang, and a 58 bel air, they need quite a bit of work, but not too much. Lots of v-8's
Rust.
I have a 2001 grand marquis. 202000 miles. Just installed new suspension and steering. Still runs like new.
Just bought a cherry 99 Grand Marquis GS with the steering package. I bought a church/groceries/church again mobile. It's classy and sharp. Some may say it's a grand ma/pa mobile. I say it's clean, comfortable af, rides like a cloud, and you have to love the 4.6l V8 under the hood.
Edit: I was looking at a Town Car same year, but it shouted Grandma to me. The Marquis has a more agressive stance, and body styling. With the same ride quality.
Buick Grand National 🤞🤞
Town car beats them all smoothist ride out there an last forever
Town cars are ugly
I've had both. I liked both. I think my next Panther will be a Town Car & I'll put a P71 suspension and dual exhaust on it. You really can't go wrong on any of these cars if you know how to buy.
Just bought a 02 marquis LS 93,000 og miles 1 owner cleanest one I've seen white with blue leather. Rides so smooth
I will stick to my Towncar Signature L thank you!
Me Random i had a 03 grand maquie engine put in my 2000 vic, Im i at a disadvantage?
I'm on my 6th Grand Marquis, a 2003 Grand Marquis CTE Custom in the last 25 years. Bought with 44,000 miles and now have 197,000 on it. I keep them until 225,000-250,000 miles on them. Except for everyone replacing the intake manifold once or twice in their lifetime, these cars are indestructible. Yes, I will be buying another in a year or 2. With many back surgeries with steel rods in my back and down my left leg, these cars are so comfortable. Always bought them from the elderly as they only drive to church and grocery store once a week. Hell, they've never been over 55 mph on the highway. Buy from the elderly! Nothing like a rear wheel drive V8 powered car. Next one will be a 2010. Last full production year. Also the insurance industry has Grand Marquis a 5 out of 5 star safety rating. Consumer Reports has it 5 out of 5 stars for trouble free reliability and maintenance.
I purchased my merc in 06 and it's a jewel.. 2003..and I have a 92..both still runnin great
Got a Beige 2004 Crown Victoria LX just like that grand marquis complete with cloth bench seats & wood trim interior & chrome finish exterior. Used to be a rental car then was purchased by a farmer for his wife. Beautiful car and still putting out at 25000km under its belt. (Only mods Added cold air intake & throttle body spacer to maximize fuel efficiency, bottle neck muffler chrome tipped & a trailer hitch lol)
just saw you video “MAJOR FLAWS WITH THE FORD CROWN VICTORIA” and was wondering what is the best year/s to buy a mercury grand marquis??
Got a 2000 Grand Marquis LS, just hit 198k last night! Still running strong.
I have a 2002 Merc. Gran Marquis with 110,000 miles, luxurious leather seats and beautiful sound system.. I love that car so much, and although it's just supposed to last me through college, I think imma keep it and make sure it stays in beautiful condition. 🤙🤙
I had a 1994 Grand Marquis and that car was an absolute beast. I filled that car up times a week on up graded gas tand and interceptor package. But it was totally worth it
I have a 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis CTE "Custom Tasca Edition" with 200,000 miles on it. Bought it with 48,000 miles and it's the 6th Grand Marquis I have bought over the last 25 years. The most reliable V8 rear wheel drive car there is. Very comfortable ride with all the power accessories. Everyone I bought was from an elderly couple who used it once a week for grocery shopping and to church. Never been over 55 mph and never beat on. Always well taken care of.
I've got a 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis LS with just over 75,000 miles on it. I bought it in 2006 with 25,600 miles on it. I just replaced the rack and pinion steering, I also have the two passenger windows not working and no A/C, but she has a lot of power and drives nice. I live in Florida and have only gone without the A/C for about five and a half years now. Eventually I'll get around to fixing those things, I do have a fan for the summer time.
Yeah I sure like my 04 marquis. Bought it from an old guy. Looks exactly like the silver birch one in the video except I have digital dash. Got it for $500. Had to replace rear shocks, battery, air compressor and forward clutch pack and misc trans seals. Not a very good deal in the end but I learnt a lot about these cars and the 4r70w. I robbed the compressor and battery from my 03 marauder project so saved some cash there at least.
Which model is the top of the line , LS , GS , Ultimate or ? Please try to answer .
I've had my Grand Marquis well over 120. so I don't know if that top speed is right. I have not changed any governor or ECM. its a 1999. Does that mean it's 120 from a governor? Or from the ECM? or is that all the engine can push out?
Did the MGM get the same 31 spline rear as the P71s in the later years? Looking at a lower mileage one on Monday hopefully after giving up on finding an unamused P71.
Would 01 expedition seats and center console fit in a 04 grand marquis?
Can the Grand Marquis drive well in cities that snow a lot?