These old Lincolns are great cars. First and second gen Town Cars are my favorite ones. These cars have probably the best ride of any car ever made after the downsizing in the late 1970s. Better than any Cadillac. Better than a Rolls Royce. Nothing rides like a Lincoln. These cars were also put together a lot better than the Fords and Mercuries of the time, being made in Wixom MI.
The 85 Town Cars have a fast idle mechanism like a carbureted car. When the engine is cold, pump the gas once before starting and it engages something that holds the throttle open slightly to make it idle faster. After about a minute you can blip the gas pedal and it will disengage and drop the idle down. I believe the fast idle speed is adjustable as well as how long it will stay engaged for.
Beautiful old Towncar. I grew up riding in these cars. My grandparents had a couple of them. Nice to see a young man his age that can appreciate and care for this old Lincoln! His parents should be proud, he’s very polite and respectful👍🏻. Another great video!
@@michaelstott3969 your welcome! Enjoy your car they will never make them like that again! I’m on my 4th Panther like I mentioned in my previous comment. Best cars I’ve ever owned. I live up in Rhode Island. Still see quite a few around up here 👍🏻
If you are going to replace the speakers with non-originals, the Infinity Reference line is moderately priced and provide excellent sound and are very efficient with output level per watt. There are even component models for the front where the woofer mounts in the door and the tweeters in the dash, so that all stays factory like. You may want to add a bit of resistance in line with them - to up the ohm load to match the original factory speakers. I believe the original Ford Premium Sound speakers were 6 ohm, and the Infinity speakers are 3...I am not sure how low of a load the amplifier can handle, but adding some resistance will solve the problem.
@@LoveWhatYouDrive I love it here too!Golden is one of my favorite places to go to, it’s just so beautiful. Michael and I have been all over the state and surrounding areas, it’s really just so incredible. Also, great video and you highlighted and showcased things on the Town Car I’ve never even noticed.
My grandfather had a silver one probably a couple years newer. Then he traded that in for an early 90’s style in white. He’d grease up the rear leather seats so us kids would slide back and forth when he took a turn. He’d just laugh as we’d crash into the doors until grandma yelled at him 🤣
I daily drove a 1989 Grand Marquis LS from 1997-2019. I also had an '89 Town Car Signature series. White over navy velour. I kinda regret selling them. But, I know who owns the TC (collector friend) and I have visitation rights.
@@michaelstott3969 Mine was an LS. It was black with gray leather and pinstriping and cast aluminum turbine wheelss. It had 27k when my grandmother gifted it to me in 1997. 168k when I sold it in 2020.Always garaged and the original paint shined like new. I really regret selling it. But, I just got kinda bored since I'd had it so long.
In the 90s I was selling these on a" secondary finance used car lot 10× better then a Caddy of the same year This a beautiful example add duel exhaust run a quality synthetic oil maybe a timing chain run for years
Hey are you on instagram? I will be in Denver end of October actually. Find me on Instagram at Lovewhat_you drive or email me at lovewhatyoudrive28@gmail.com
Juxt spend a little on repairs every month or so. Just had my leather redone for $2,500. To bad the dash was spray painted black. Find a junkyard or marketplace for parts
@@gh2687 the 1985 models all have that black painted dash bottom...nobody knows why,, but they were actually built like that from the factory in 1985 only. Lol just sayin
I got a 1988 Lincoln Town car Cartier, Been driving it daily for over ten years, all these cars need is routine maintenance, with the odd exception of maybe a fuel pump, or a ball joint, or a heater core, regular fluid changes, and ive never broken down yet. Gen 1 town Cars are Built to last a very long time!!! i do my own maintenance, it has the original engine and transmission, and has 265,000 miles and i still drive it anywhere and its still a daily driver !!! i never worry about breaking down. after being on the road over 30 years , it's a fact with proper maintenance these car's last., I Refuse to buy any new car, as im at home in a 1980's Lincoln, no car payment makes up for the extra fuel it might burn.
That's great to know, especially with the high mileage! I'm glad you still have the car and that it's been good to you. You have a survivor right there.
You can have Bluetooth added directly into the preamp of the original head unit...here's a video of a similar Ford unit being modified for this: ruclips.net/video/2-FUvPBoDts/видео.html You can also add a CD changer, either wired direct in the same manner, or through an FM modulator, but direct into the preamp is ideal...just a matter of finding a changer that has its own controller and also has direct outputs vs solely FM modulated.
21:39 I remember as a kid my grandfather’s car having that and thinking it was just a step below being chauffeured around 🤣 only peasants have to slam their trunks!
My 1985 Signature Series was my all time favorite car! Seats were like Lazyboys!
It sure is! I get temptations to sleep in the back 😂.
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love my 89 its my living room on wheels my piece and quite time mine is 189,000 miles .
My favorite Gen of Town Car. Its in amazing shape, Im glad its in good hands.
Thank you! It means a lot as I'm trying to keep it in the best shape possible.
Man, it's in great shape! Town Cars of this era are what made me fall in love with Lincolns.
Same for me 💯
Thank you! I'm trying to keep it in best shape I can.
Love it too.
These old Lincolns are great cars. First and second gen Town Cars are my favorite ones. These cars have probably the best ride of any car ever made after the downsizing in the late 1970s. Better than any Cadillac. Better than a Rolls Royce. Nothing rides like a Lincoln. These cars were also put together a lot better than the Fords and Mercuries of the time, being made in Wixom MI.
Thank you and that's good to know they we're built better!
The 85 Town Cars have a fast idle mechanism like a carbureted car. When the engine is cold, pump the gas once before starting and it engages something that holds the throttle open slightly to make it idle faster. After about a minute you can blip the gas pedal and it will disengage and drop the idle down. I believe the fast idle speed is adjustable as well as how long it will stay engaged for.
You remind me of the '85 Town Car(not a Signature, but equipped with a moonroof and free from rust) I once had and it's behavior on cold starts.
Information for this type of system is limited, so thank you for the explanation!
Beautiful old Towncar. I grew up riding in these cars. My grandparents had a couple of them. Nice to see a young man his age that can appreciate and care for this old Lincoln! His parents should be proud, he’s very polite and respectful👍🏻. Another great video!
Thank you so much. That means a lot to me.
@@michaelstott3969 your welcome! Enjoy your car they will never make them like that again! I’m on my 4th Panther like I mentioned in my previous comment. Best cars I’ve ever owned. I live up in Rhode Island. Still see quite a few around up here 👍🏻
Way to go Mikey
Thank you Jeff!!
If you are going to replace the speakers with non-originals, the Infinity Reference line is moderately priced and provide excellent sound and are very efficient with output level per watt. There are even component models for the front where the woofer mounts in the door and the tweeters in the dash, so that all stays factory like. You may want to add a bit of resistance in line with them - to up the ohm load to match the original factory speakers. I believe the original Ford Premium Sound speakers were 6 ohm, and the Infinity speakers are 3...I am not sure how low of a load the amplifier can handle, but adding some resistance will solve the problem.
I'll keep that all in mind if I decide to do so. Thank you for the advice!!
@@michaelstott3969 You're welcome!
Such a beautiful car and Michael is the most beautiful person! Congrats Mikey, I’m so proud of you!
Mike is super cool…are you the best friend he spoke about?
Aww, thank you so much ☺.
@@LoveWhatYouDrive :) that would be me !!
@angiesing8926 nice! I spent 12 years in Colorado! Love the place!
@@LoveWhatYouDrive I love it here too!Golden is one of my favorite places to go to, it’s just so beautiful. Michael and I have been all over the state and surrounding areas, it’s really just so incredible. Also, great video and you highlighted and showcased things on the Town Car I’ve never even noticed.
Thank you so much for showing off my car. It was a great time and I enjoyed every second of it! Great job with the video as well!
No problem Mike, you have a special car and the story that goes with it! I loved the cruise in it and our conversations! You’re a cool dude 🤝🏼
Beautiful car, it’s so great to see that there’s a following for these with younger drivers 👏
@@RustyZipperthank you so much ☺.
Agree 💯
My grandfather had a silver one probably a couple years newer. Then he traded that in for an early 90’s style in white. He’d grease up the rear leather seats so us kids would slide back and forth when he took a turn. He’d just laugh as we’d crash into the doors until grandma yelled at him 🤣
Oh that's too funny 😂!
I daily drove a 1989 Grand Marquis LS from 1997-2019. I also had an '89 Town Car Signature series. White over navy velour. I kinda regret selling them. But, I know who owns the TC (collector friend) and I have visitation rights.
I love the 80s Grand Marquis and how they has the opera lights!
@@michaelstott3969 Mine was an LS. It was black with gray leather and pinstriping and cast aluminum turbine wheelss. It had 27k when my grandmother gifted it to me in 1997. 168k when I sold it in 2020.Always garaged and the original paint shined like new. I really regret selling it. But, I just got kinda bored since I'd had it so long.
In the 90s I was selling these on a" secondary finance used car lot 10× better then a Caddy of the same year This a beautiful example add duel exhaust run a quality synthetic oil maybe a timing chain run for years
Thank you and I am sure this would be real nice with dual exhaust!
The Mobsters car.
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Haha, yes!
I have three white town cars on display sitting in the driveway. New cars are junk
Oh wow
What year and trim?
@@LoveWhatYouDrive 03 Executive, 05 Signature, 95 Signature
@pantherplatform that’s nice line up and all white? I love color white on cars
I wouldn’t take a Lincoln newer than 2011 if it were free
Sick ride. How do I get my car on your channel? I'm in Denver, Colorado
Hey are you on instagram? I will be in Denver end of October actually. Find me on Instagram at Lovewhat_you drive or email me at lovewhatyoudrive28@gmail.com
Thank you!
Juxt spend a little on repairs every month or so. Just had my leather redone for $2,500. To bad the dash was spray painted black. Find a junkyard or marketplace for parts
Good advice and thank you!
@@gh2687 the 1985 models all have that black painted dash bottom...nobody knows why,, but they were actually built like that from the factory in 1985 only. Lol just sayin
Gently close that close that Trunk so you do not break the power pull down.
Thank you for the heads up! I would hate to break it.
I got a 1988 Lincoln Town car Cartier, Been driving it daily for over ten years, all these cars need is routine maintenance, with the odd exception of maybe a fuel pump, or a ball joint, or a heater core, regular fluid changes, and ive never broken down yet. Gen 1 town Cars are Built to last a very long time!!! i do my own maintenance, it has the original engine and transmission, and has 265,000 miles and i still drive it anywhere and its still a daily driver !!! i never worry about breaking down. after being on the road over 30 years , it's a fact with proper maintenance these car's last., I Refuse to buy any new car, as im at home in a 1980's Lincoln, no car payment makes up for the extra fuel it might burn.
Wow! What a cool testimony. This message should give hope to people who want to daily an 80’s ford product! Good mileage, thanks for sharing 🤝🏼
@@LoveWhatYouDrive yeah its a true story, The ride of these Lincolns is unmatched , and im not willing to sellout and buy a RollsRoyce. MURICA.
@bestoflincolnmotorcompany 🇺🇸🫡
That's great to know, especially with the high mileage! I'm glad you still have the car and that it's been good to you. You have a survivor right there.
You can have Bluetooth added directly into the preamp of the original head unit...here's a video of a similar Ford unit being modified for this:
ruclips.net/video/2-FUvPBoDts/видео.html
You can also add a CD changer, either wired direct in the same manner, or through an FM modulator, but direct into the preamp is ideal...just a matter of finding a changer that has its own controller and also has direct outputs vs solely FM modulated.
That's all good to know because I would to have a CD player in here. Thank you for the thorough information!
@@michaelstott3969 You're welcome!
Running R12 Refrigerant?
It's running R134A.
@@michaelstott3969 Nice.
21:39 I remember as a kid my grandfather’s car having that and thinking it was just a step below being chauffeured around 🤣 only peasants have to slam their trunks!
😂
Haha, I was so surprised it had that.