My First Car: A 1989 Lincoln Town Car -Experience by Charles Smith
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- čas přidán 14. 07. 2015
- Got this car from eBay and I love it! The 1989 Lincoln Town Car! It came all the way from Colorado! Got it October 2014! What an awesome car this is! Its in better condition than I expected and has many of today's current features! Yes, I could've bought a newer car for the same price but many cars today don't compare to the styling this car has, in my opinion. I like the squared styling; it looks like a Rolls Royce! I've wanted one of these since I was a kid and I'm proud to finally get one as my first car! It had cost me about $2,800 which was deal as the car was near perfect when I got it!
The car had the following maintenance by the previous seller:
New A/C Compressor
New A/C Lines
New Alternator
New Water Pump
New Fuel Filter
New Air Filter
New Radiator
New Brakes
New Air Suspension
New Tires
New Alpine Sirius XM CD/MP3 Bluetooth Radio
New Vinyl Top
Rebuilt Transmission w/ 3 year 36,000 Mile warranty. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
I'm 27 now, when I was 15 my first car was a 1989 Lincoln Towncar. It had almost 500,000 miles. Original engine, and original transmission. I was ecstatic when I got it. It cost 1000 dollars. It was in immaculate shape, I did have issues with the radiator, but that was all. I dream of owning another one some day
Wow! That's great to know! I've just over about 100,000 miles on my Town Car and I expect it to get 500,000 miles and higher! I'm almost 27 myself by July. You were ahead of the game buying your first car at only 15! That was something I could only DREAM of doing; my mom didn't even want me to get my driver's license until I was over 18! I wanted this car since I was about age 8 or 9 would count down the months and years until I expected to go for a driver's license at 16. Why don't you have your Town Car anymore?
I love anything Cadillac or Lincoln.
So do I!
very beautiful Lincoln young man and you cannot go wrong with Lincoln
David Roberts Thanks! Yes, I agree! 👌 Lincolns are still my favorite luxury brand. 👍
My grandparents had an '89 Town Car back in the day. I always loved that car, they even took me with them to the dealer to pick it up because they knew I loved the big luxury cars. My family of four took a lot of trips in in with them (I always got to ride up front with them). I still remember the way it bounced on the country roads. I really miss cars like this, it is a shame you can't buy anything new like this today. Oh the "Good Old Days".
Wow! That's awesome! I wish I could've been just a few years older to experience these cars brand new. I wish I had family or friends that bought a Town Car that I could've experienced them get it off the dealership brand new. Those cars very roomy and had good air suspension. They don't make anything like this anymore. But I guess I'm pretty fortunate in my case as I got my car in like-new condition which is as close to new as it gets.
Well, actually they bought it used in '93 but it only had like 30,000 miles on it and they bought it at the Lincoln-Mercury dealer. They traded it in 2000 for a '99 Town Car but I always liked the '89 a lot better. I was never a huge fan of the last generation. My grandparents are still alive and well and now in their late 70s. Oddly enough today they drive Honda mini-vans. A lot of older people do like the mini-vans because they have the roominess of the big cars of the past and they are easy to get in and out of. I wish they still bought American though.
Back in 2010 I considered buying a new Town Car and test-drove one but was not really impressed with the suspension and really didn't think it was worth $50K. I thought my 2005 Park Avenue was a lot smoother even though it was FWD and about 500 lbs lighter, plus it had nice options like a sunroof and park sensors that weren't available on the Town Car in it's last years. I have been a big Buick fan for about a decade but am not very fond of the direction they are going, my next car may very well be a Lincoln (probably an MKT or Navigator). Nobody makes a decent car anymore so I guess SUVs it will be.
Oh I see. Glad to hear your grandparents are still alive. Sad to hear they traded it in. I guess no one really realized how truly great those cars were until they see what we call cars now. I think sadly your grandparents like many others their age have lost faith in the American brands and have fallen to the options of foreign cars. Not their fault. Ever imports came to the USA in the mid-late 1980s, they have taken over the market and stolen the hearts of many. My family who once owned cars from the Big Three, (Ford, Chrysler, GM) now have Huyndais. I thought the Town Cars had parking sensors and sunroof. My 2006 model had parking sensors but I don't think the sunroof was available on Town Cars in later years. I always liked the 2003-2011 Town Car but never liked the 1998-2002 models. They looked too bubbly and rounded for a Lincoln in my opinion. Although still aerodynamic, the 2003-2011 had a few more defined angles, including the grille, front lights, taillights, and the re-addition of the hood ornament. I wanted a 2011 Town Car, myself too, as that would be the newest of the last of the great American luxury sedan. But so many have talked me out of getting a 2011 as they said it had the fewest features and wasn't as high quality. I heard 2003-2007 Town Cars were the best third generation models with still really great suspension, trim levels, color options, and other features. This could be due to the fact when the historic Wixom, MI plant closed in 2007 and Ford moved production of the Panther Platform to Canada, the craftsmanship diminished. I liked Buick myself. But after the Roadmaster was discontinued, I kind of lost interest myself in the brand. I'm not liking the direction Buick is going either; not liking Lincoln's direction or any luxury car brand's direction for that matter. Amazingly, Buick is doing really well with sales compared to my beloved Lincoln brand. More young people are buying Buick because of the new import-like styles. Cars are too small and are all bubbly looking. Not worth the money. They are all look starting to look like Hondas. You're right. No one makes a decent car anymore. MKTs look weird to me. But at least large SUVs exist and still don't look too ugly so, I'll be doing like you and will be getting a Navigator when all else fails.
This is a truly beautiful car. Keep it nice, they dont make it like this anymore and I always loved the quality in these cars
Lucas Hahn Thanks! Yes, so true! They don't make these like they used to any more. I will do my best to keep it nice! I'm making more videos of it soon.
I love how Town Cars are also very quiet when you drive them. In Texas, surrounded by loud trucks and custom Mustangs I feel like a princess in my Town Car. I don't race around in it, I just cruuuuuuse...
Yes, they are so quiet! Nothing like a Town Car! I agree with your sentiments! 😊💯
My brother i am VERY PROUD of you for getting WHAT YOU WANTED👌. Although i would limit the use of those electronics, especially the "seat controls". Because when they break it almost next to impossible to have them repaired. Enjoy
Thank you! And yes, I agree with you on limiting the use of the electronics. Everything still works EXCEPT one of my seat control levers on the driver's side. The seat is stuck in a back position, not recline, but It's not pulled all the way up. Good thing I'm not short because it would be pretty hard to reach the pedals.
+Charles Smith I finally went and did it. I found an Exact duplicate of the 88 Lincoln Town car i used to own, and i bought it. It is at my Mechanic's right now getting the Transmission fixed, it had some issues but nothing that scared me away from it.
hahah you inspired me to get it back.
Hey that's wonderful! I'm happy to hear! It's wonderful when you can finally have the vehicle that you want. How much did you get it for and how many miles does it have?
73000 ORIGINAL miles (i know unheard of) 1988 Lincoln Town Car Signature Series with all the options. I paid $3500 for it. The Body is perfect, engine perfect, trans needs a little work however. It has One little fog in the clear coat on the roof that will be buffed out and re-sprayed with clear soon. Only one crack in the Armrest, other than that, flawless. ONE OWNER!
James Back That's awesome! I wish I had that model. Yours is better than mines becuase of the lower mileage, leather and clear coat. I'm glad you got such a great model at such a reasonable price! 👌
Nice! I always get people staring at me when I drive mine! I'm sure you'll enjoy your Town Car! 👍
It's in the shop right now, my mechanic won't let ANYONE touch it but him, he said it's such a pleasure when a REAL car like this comes in to his shop, he wants to do it himself. haha Even he is super impressed with the condition it's in.
LOOOOOVE it!!!! Hope you still have it, one smart young man, Thank you for respecting and cherishing this wonderful machine.
Thank you! Yes, I still have this car and I love it! I plan on keeping it the rest of my life! In fact, I bought another car, a 2011 Lincoln Town Car as a daily driver to keep my 1989 model in mint condition.
This is exactly what I want my first car to be!
Glad to hear it!
The digital display is just amazing I had it on my 88 and 89 Lincoln Town Car absolutely awesome
I love the digital display! That was completely unexpected when I bought this car! So that made up for the fact that I didn't have leather seats. 😏
@@CharlesSmith1 most people desire the leather seats but as you live in the Philadelphia area trust me that leather is very cold in the winter time when you don't have heated seats the velour is better and in the summer as well when it's very hot and sticky. so don't feel too badly if you don't have leather is nice in the spring and fall but a little tough in the summer and winter months..... of course your second car could be a signature series with leather seats
Haha! Everyone says that about leather being cold in the winter! 😂😂😂 That's not a problem for me! I'd just put extra layers of cloth or something warm in the seat. The real reason leather is better to me is its easier to clean. And to me having seats that are easier to clean will always mean more than seats being colder with leather. I have a Bissell steam cleaner machine and there are still pieces of debris and dust in the cloth seats that's hard to clean. The funny thing is no one mentions that the leather seats are worse in the summer. I got a fix for that, I added a remote starter for this car. The car is warmed up for me in the winter and cooled off in the summer! 😏 @@acts2211
Very similar to my 1988 Crown Vic! This just has a lot more creature comforts.
Love this, I’m also getting a 89 Lincoln when I turn 15 so excited
Thanks! That's awesome! I'm so happy to hear! 😊
Did you get one, Mia !!
Dude I work on cars and I am so jealous right now. Wish I had this. When I was a kid I said the same thing but it never happened for me but that's OK I'm happy for you dude. Nice.
+deno spyridon Thanks so much! I had a small budding interest in auto mechanics when I was really young, about age 8-9. I used to build those small model plastic car kits from ERTL, Revell and Maisto. But as the technology world started to grow, that took up my interests. So, I began to get computers, laptops and later phones and tablets to take them apart and fix them. But I still have a part of me that wants to be a mechanic. I was hoping that buying this childhood dream car would somehow rekindle that interest. And it did. Recently, my driver's side window regulator started acting up and the fuel gauge is inaccurate so I fixed the window and the antenna. The fuel sending unit will be fixed by a mechanic as I'm still learning things. But I do not want to pay high prices for many repairs than I can learn to fix myself which I'm doing. Other than that, car is still in excellent cosmetic and mechanical shape and is still in safe drivable condition like a new car.
my 94 fleetwood brougham has the electrochromic mirror and i absolutely love it. makes that harsh white headlight light a calmer green. i'm a cadillac guy but love those old townies.
Hey thanks! Yes, it is cool! I used to be an all-Lincoln guy, but as of last year, I've become a lover of old Cadillacs too! My new favorite is the 1993-96 Fleetwood! One of my IG followers got me hooked on Fleetwoods and Buick Roadmasters and now I want a Cadillac Fleetwood along with my Town Car. 👌
I remember my mom owning one of these cars in 89. It was burgundy with burgundy leather interior and even though I was a kid I remember thinking it was one of the most beautiful cars I’d ever seen. Thanks for taking me back!
Wow! That's awesome! I love these cars! Thanks for sharing your fond memories!
Beautiful Lincoln!!! This was always my favorite of the Town Cars and clearly one of the BEST cars of the 80's. And your particular model is definitely one worth keeping and preserving. And DO NOT let anyone smoke inside!!! Just maintain and care for it like they all should be.
Yes, I agree! Thank you! I will do my very best to keep it clean inside and out. Yes, I will not let anyone smoke in it. I wouldn't let anyone smoke in my home either. My car and home started out smoke-free, and it will continue smoke free. :)
Charles Smith Excellent. Glad to hear. It's nice to see an older Lincoln Town Car like yours in nice shape and well kept. It breaks my heart to see any of them being abused and used as trucks. I'm not a big fan of the 80's whatsoever but I do have a few picks and the Lincoln Town Car is one of them. :)
Thanks so much! That means a lot to me! I love to see others express the same appreciation for these fine automobile as I do. This is my favorite car of the 1980s! I'm more of a 1960s and 1970s, too!
Charles Smith Your very welcome. Lincoln's have always had a great presence and strong styling all through the years. Ever since the first Lincoln Continental was introduced back in 1939, Lincoln has always created a fresh new body style at the beginning of each decade. Lincoln and Cadillac both are my top favorite automotive brands and both brands were created by the same man Mr. Henry Leland of Detroit MI. And yes I do have family that were and currently are auto workers for both GM and Ford. One of my uncle's worked at the Ford Wixom plant exactly where your Town Car was assembled.
Yes, I agree. Lincoln and Cadillac are my favorite brands too. I like the two big domestic luxury automobiles better than the foreign. Not being nationalistic or anything, but they were always the biggest cars around in the world and unique styling! Sadly they get heavily overshadowed by brands like BMW and Mercedes. They are nice but I don't see how they are truly special. I think they are overrated and that you can still find great value in Lincoln and Cadillac. And yes, there wouldn't be Cadillac without Henry Ford, since Henry Leland worked under his company and when he quit, formed Cadillac. Ironically, Ford bought Lincoln in 1922. It's amazing how Lincoln and Cadillac are rivals today
yet they both had humble beginnings through the same individual in the past. And wow, that's a great thing to be proud of; having family that are auto workers! My grandpa was an auto worker for Ford and Chrysler in the 1950s and 1960s. But unfortunately, none of my family in modern times currently have any interest in the automotive field like I do. I wish the historic Wixom Plant still existed.
Awesome car you got there! Those engines are pretty reliable. My dad has a 1982 Ford F-150 with the same 302 CI 5.0 Litre V8, except his is the non-EFI . They run practically forever. One of the best engines Ford ever made!
+Theodore “Teddy” Thorpe Thank you! I'm sure it will last. In fact, this is one of the fewest Town Cars with just under 100K miles. Most Town Cars from this year have between 150,000 to 250,000+ on them. Everyone that has had one said they put well over 100K and 200K on them. They just end up selling or junking them because they don't appreciate the classic appeal of them or simply because they want something newer. If you regularly service the engine with the right oil and proper coolant, it could practically last forever. I also got a 2006 Town Car with 336,000 miles and engine is still running. The mechanic really thought it was a mistake when he read the odometer. Haha :D And that's average. I couldn't find any 2011 models with under 150,000 miles. Yes, Ford did wonders with this engine!
As a 2005 Crown Victoria owner, as it being my FIRST car...its the last of the Panther Platform, body on frame vehicles ever made.
I love my lincoln too bought it at 19 I'm now about to be 24 and I'm still in love with it like it was the first time I drove it
That's nice! I got mine at 21. I still have mine and I'm 28 years old now. We both got our Town Cars young and are still enjoying it.
Love the video ! I have a 1995 lincoln Towncar that i picked up last year. It was in very good shape, and i was afraid of ruining the inside. So I went and bought its sister, a 1995 Ford Crown victoria, almost the same car, built on the same platform pretty much. And use it as my work car, and keeps the miles off my Lincoln. I hope to see you post more videos of your car! Keep it up!
+Jay Smart Wow! Smart choice! I see you've lived up to your name! Great minds think alike! I did the same thing. At first I was going to make my 1989 Town Car a daily driver, but when I realized how much great shape it was in (nearly flawless except the antenna and trunk key lock), with low mileage and got so many compliments from everyone young and old, I didn't want to drive it much, which wasn't easy to avoid doing as I love this car. I bought a 2006 Lincoln Town Car (there are many more of the third generations left) to be my daily driver to take the wear and tear of and miles off this 1989. Thanks! I'm glad you like the video.👌
Awesome! You should make a video of your new town car, even if it is just a daily. Also if you instagram, there are tons of Lincoln Towncar, and pantherbody pages you should check out!
+Jay Smart Yes, I am apart of some of those pages. I'm currently a part of the @grandmarquisfansandowners as well as a @towncarsociety page. You can find me on Instagram at @charles_smith
You scored bro!I had an '88 Bill Blass edition.Real smooth and quiet.
Hey, thanks! And the Bill Bass edition was very nice! 👌
@@CharlesSmith1 Indeed!
I used to drive one of these my senior year of high school in in 1989. It was brand new. I drove it for the Hilton Hotel in Short Hills New Jersey to Newark International Airport to pick up people and bring them to the hotel. It was brand new, mint, burgundy color. It was very much like floating on a cloud down the road. I am lucky to have driven it. Very, very, very much a pimp boat.
That's awesome! I wish I could've driven one of these when they were brand new. Even driving a 2011 Town Car brand new before they were discontinued would have been nice, too. I know it felt great with that air ride suspension. Thanks for sharing your story! 😎💯
This car brings back some memories! When we moved across the mid-west in 89, my mom rented in if these and took my brothers and sister from Milwaukee to Louisville. She loved it and blew past us in the uhaul smiling hard.
Nice story! I love these cars! I wish I alive at the time so that I could've experienced great cars like these brand new.
Beautiful car! I hope you can keep it in good condition. I also bought a 1989 Lincoln Town car as my first car, not limited edition but still in great shape! It has a carriage roof, blue dual tone pinstripes, and the same exact blue interior as yours!
As a 17 year old teen today it is not common to see a young person who also has a passion for these beautiful cars. I saved up my money since I was about 7 or 8, just like you, but I didn't know I wanted a Lincoln until I was about 15. I knew I wanted an old "boxy" car from the 80's, though, and when I first saw my Lincoln in the parking lot it was love at first sight! I didn't buy it to get attention but let me tell you I've met some pretty cool people simply because they liked my car and couldn't believe there was such a young kid who had not only bought their own car but had such good taste in cars!
I bought it with only 35 thousand miles on it when I was 16, it's really a shame that I can't keep it showroom new as I have to use it everyday. I hope to save enough money to buy a second "work" car when I get out of college and then renovate mine as it will soon need a new paint job and some body work. Thanks for the video!
Thank you! I'm doing my best to keep it in the highest condition of excellence as possible! Nice to hear you got your Town Car. Wow! Your story sounds so much like mine as a kid! That's wonderful! I first fell in love with square body Lincolns at age 7 when I watched Nickelodeon's hit show "Hey Arnold!" Helga's dad drives blue 1970s 2-Door Lincoln Continental and I remember seeing a tan Continental of the same model in real life on a certain street I always passed by while on the school bus. And that's where it all started! Yes, I too have attracted a lot of attention (not intentionally) when people saw I saved up my own money to buy the car of my dreams at such a young age. But you did better than me. You started saving at 7. I didn't start saving until I was 17! Haha! :D And I couldn't afford one until age 21. Yes, I too agree with you on having a second car. While many people think my car looks
excellent. It doesn't look as great as it did the day I bought it. I bought a 2006 Town Car in 2015 as my "everyday" car to keep the 1989 model in mint shape. However, it didn't last long, as the 2006 had some major mechanical problems so I had to sell it and continue using the 1989 model. I'm wearing it out. I've got scuffs on the fenders and a chipped taillight. Also my 1989 needs a new paint job, too! I can't wait to buy a newer Town Car again to keep my 1989 preserved. This time I will buy a 2011 Town Car; the last model year produced.
Charles Smith Amazing! It really was less me than my father, who encouraged me to save at a young age. I used to call bank deposits "giving money to the bank"- I just didn't understand. Now it's all paying off though.
I would still congratulate you, deciding all on your own to save up on your own and buy such a cool car, while most in this generation have expensive modern cars handed to them.
I am so glad to hear that you fell in love with the Town Car at such a young age. The reason I wanted a town car was because my dad was a limo driver in New York City when he was young, and how he described riding in luxury through the streets of Manhattan enticed me. I've never been happier with my beautiful car, and as you (hopefully) know they are rapidly growing in value. Already my car is worth almost triple what I bought it for, even with wear and tear.
Thank you so much for making my day!
Wow! Thanks. But that's wonderful. Your father taught you well. EXACTLY! That's the point I'm proud of! Not looking down on anyone; but yes, some young people get these expensive new cars given to them but I worked hard for a modest yet, reliable classic cool vehicle and bought it with my own money. Nice story. I wish I was growing up in that era when Town Cars like these roamed the streets of the inner city in the 1980s and 1990s. Yes, I knew they were increasing in value; they are almost 30 years old. Hard to imagine the late 80s and 90s are about to be 30 years ago! You're welcome. Glad I could make your day!
i got a lincoln town car 2007 model as my first car last week and i love it!
That’s awesome! Nice to revisit this thread again, as a college grad now. Someday I want another Lincoln to use as a daily driver, something like your 2007!
i just got my first car (1981 cadillac sedan deville) i feel you man
Nice!
Very nice car, I think that it's great to see someone from a younger generation (like yourself) find the true beauty of the older american cars. I personally have a 1987 Town car that I have restored and would never dream of getting rid of it. Take care of that beautiful Town Car.
+wtbfemale Thank you. I don't think I can ever part with this car either. I'm so fortunate to have one like this already restored for only $2,800. I drive a 2006 Town Car as well, to take the wear and tear off my mint condition.1989 model but I as much reliable as both are, I must say, 1989 model is always more of a joy for me to drive. I like the styling. It's very classy and elegant, like a Rolls-Royce car. The seats are very soft in the '80s model too.
I have subscribed to your channel because you are a wise man that can make logical decisions despite what family and friends say. Very punk rock!
Thank you, Sir! I really appreciate that! Yes, I love this car!
Great car!!! I'm French and i looooove classic American car's...
Unfortunately we don't have this type of cars in france..
+MrNoeliste03 Wow! Really? You do? That's great to hear! 'd love to visit France someday. France and England are the top foreign countries I'd like to visit. I was saving up money to go to France last year but I spent all the money on this car instead. Sorry. France will still be here for a long time, but finding an old Town Car . Sorry. Haha! :D
+Charles Smith I was lucky to come twice already in the usa, to visit Florida, Georgia and New Mexicoyou truly have a beautiful country...
and I also love the usa is large v8 cars ha ha !!
next year I 'm going to buy a Mustang GT mk5 .
+MrNoeliste03 Wow! That's nice and thank you. I personally think that each country has its own very unique beauty. You write English very well. It's really nice to see that a non-American really appreciates our large V8 cars. Many people outside of the USA do not like them because they feel they are too big. But I like them because of their size and they are safer. I was required to learn French 12 years ago at the middle school in which I attended. At first, it didn't interest me, but I learned to like it like I did every subject at the time and eventually, I grew to love the French language. It was at that point, that my desire grew to visit France. I decided to continue my study of French in high school and later even in college. By the time I was in high school, I never had to study for a test! It was so easy! Now, reading it and writing is easy. My French speaking skills, on the other hand needs work. Hope you get your Mustang next year!
+Gordaton You know our french cars? Frankly I do not like them.
I find them ugly, and they have only small diesel engines, while I love big petrol engines.
You Americans are lucky to have such beautiful cars!
+Gordaton Wow! I almost guessed it right! I was just about to ask if you were from France! I had a feeling you were. When you mentioned those name of those European cars, I was about to ask if you lived there. I'm not a fan of smaller cars but I've always wanted to visit France. France and England were two and only biggest places I wanted to visit in the world! 🌍
Great purchase for that price! They've risen slightly in the years since uploading. Nowadays a similar car might be $5,500-7,000.
Thanks! Yes, that's true! I've observed that!
@@CharlesSmith1 I have been watching and wanting to purchase a square body Lincoln for years. You found an excellent spec, I would really love to get a blue interior.
I'm sure you'll find one. There's always some great finds on eBay! I just wished I had one with leather seats and a sunroof. @@crimsonstang
@@CharlesSmith1 I have finally procured one. I ended up getting a 2nd gen, even though I think the 1st gens are superior. I looked at an 81 2 door but the guy and I couldn't meet at a price, and then I saw a 1 owner 41k 1993 pop up locally and decided to jump on it. It's a sweet ride.
Great! Sorry you couldn't get a 1st generation Lincoln Town Car. I agree that they are the best! But glad you still got a second generation Town Car, which is better than nothing. @@crimsonstang
That blue velvet is like diving into a tropical lagoon of warmth !!
It definitely is!
You did good. Beautiful car, love the square body Lincoln’s from that time period. That rides like it is on air. The car is also sound proof. Great buy.
Thank you! I love this car! These square body cars are my favorite styles, too! 👌🏾
sweet,, please make more videos of your car driving
Good buy my friend you will not find a quieter smoother ride at any price.It still looks awesome.
Thank you! I agree. It is very quiet and smooth. It will be even smoother once I put an air ride suspension kit in it. The seller just put new regular shocks in them now.
Lucky man, I want to buy a 1989 dodge dynasty or a 93 buick century as a second car. My current car is a saturn 95 sl1. You got sooo lucky buying a car you want to buy even as a first car! With your own money. Something old with chrome...and man...if I were you keep the car original, it looks fine in my opinion don't change it but if u do hey its your car.
MrGaryboyd word I had one ran like a champ
Love the car man! Glad to see other younger guys like me who love old underappreciated cars! I plan on getting one of these, and changing out the horn with the same Cadillac four note horn!
Hey, thanks! I'm glad to know that there are other young guys like me that loves these cars! Best wishes on finding a great classy Town Car, like this!
Awesome man, you've inspired me to pursue my dream of owning a caprice as my first car, despite friends saying that they're old and are gonna break down all the time.
Hey thanks! Glad to hear it! Yes, go for it! Do what's best for you! Don't get something just because others says so. Old cars are great and fun to drive! Just find one in great condition with all the car facts and you will enjoy driving it!
I’m very envious. I want to get one of these also, my first car was a 1983 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, but the Lincoln has so much more going for it. Congrats on the buy! Hope it’s still working out well for you.
Aw, thanks. I love my Town Car. It has been a great vehicle. Yes, the Lincoln has everything. My favorite is the digital dashboard and power rear antenna. I suggest you search online for a nice Town Car on eBay, like I did. You're bound to find one. They have buyer's protection on vehicles up to $100,000.
I did find a few actually, someone's trying to sell a really mint, low mileage blue on blue (leather) for $28.5k USD. I'm looking a little more locally, since registering cars here in Quebec is a pain in the ass. Do you know of any Town Car/Panther Platform specific forums/groups out there? I've been a member of CrownVic.net since 2008 but I know I'll need to dive into knowledge bases if I can pull the trigger on one.
@@PRNTestDrive That's cool you found some good cars. I didn't know its such a pain to get your car registered. I didn't know of any other forums besides CrownVic.net. I don't really check out forums much unless its through a Google search if I have a small question.
Good to know! I’ll do some browsing on the small issues I found on the one I’m looking at, thanks!
@@PRNTestDrive You're welcome.
Good find. Keep this thing forever.
Also interesting to hear about the horn. I have the same one on my caddy!!
Yes, I'm having so much fun with my Town Car. I was getting so many compliments with it, I was thinking of reselling it for more money than I paid but I think I'll keep it, now that you and others are urging me to do so. Mine has been really reliable easy and affordable to fix. The only real issues I had on the car was a bad fuel gauge, and front window sticking. All major parts are good; no engine, transmission, tires or brake issues yet. I think I will keep it as long as I can.
These horns came out of a 1997 Cadillac DeVille and was the first modification made to the car. Ever since I was a kid, I loved that sound so I resolved I'd put it in
my first car the day I buy it. What year is your Cadillac?
1996
Nice! Those 1996-1997 models had the best sounding horns in my opinion.
You have the same passion I do for my 76 continental in every detail.
Wow! Great to hear! I sure do love Continentals from the '60s and '70s. How long have you had your '76 Continental?
I am 21 and car shopping, this is on the top of my list
Glad to hear it! I hope you find one!
i have a 1997 Town Car as my first car and i love it!
91myroc Nice! 😆 You have the last year of the square bodies!
Charles Smith While driving your Town Car you have to play Royal Flush Instrumental by Outkast. it fits the car so well lol
Okay. i will try that soon!
91myroc i got a 1989 i listen to pac in it
I have a 97 TC too!
I’m 14 and buying this as my 1st car from my dad for only $1500!
Hey, sounds great! That's awesome! I wish someone in my family had one of these beauties that I could've gotten at such a low price. What color and year is your car?
Charles Smith mine is a 1989 also! Very similar color to yours, no bluish tint though, it is fully a cloudy silver color. It drives like a cloud!
Griffin Aasen Buying it from your dad? He could not just give it to you? An interesting way to show you how much he loves you.
@@paulparoma not everyone comes from a rich family like you. I'm 17, I'm getting my own car in a month, from my money I earned working at Burger King. My dad just got rid of his car the other day and sold it to someone off Craigslist. I could have gotten it, but my dad never asked, and I never asked. Your parents are obligated to give you a car. Get one yourself. Love isn't measured by material items
You're not supposed to be driving yet.Don't drive it until it's time.Otherwise you'll dig yourself in a hole.
I hope the transmission repairs are going well, and you are bless with many more miles of road trips. That car is definitely worth repairing. They really don't make cars like that anymore. A true American automotive masterpiece indeed. I love how the large American land yachts ride. When I was a kid, my uncle Frank had a 1990 Cadillac Brougham with the botton style leather interior, digital speedometer and cluster which I thought was very amazing at the time, had the 5.7L v8, and that car had no problem towing his camper, we loved hanging out roasting marshmallows and singing kumbaya. That was in the late 90s or early 2000s but seeing these big American cars on the road even today, takes me back to a simpler place and time. Thank you for sharing your wonderful car.
Thank you for sharing your great experience! I love these cars and classic cars are definitely worth keeping! I rather fix up an older car than pay to buy a new one. I love Cadillac Fleetwood Broughams, also! Land yatchs are my absolute favorite!
Hope you still have the Town Car, it is beautiful. Always loved the full-size Ford Motor Company cars. The new Lincoln's are not what they used to be.
Yes, I still have it. It is alive and well. I'm currently driving a 2011 Lincoln Town Car, as well. I got it three months ago and it's my daily driver to keep my 1989 in mint condition. I always like the old-school Ford vehicles, too. I agree, they don't make Lincoln vehicles with same type of class anymore. I think the 2011 Town Car was the last true American luxury car. I don't think I'll buy anymore cars after that one. Nothing else suits my tastes. I'll probably have to get into SUVs in the future. But I'm never selling my Town Cars.
I have al ways loved these cars
Thanks! Me, too!
What motor do you have I just got me a 1988 tow car for 300.00 with 86000 miles on it and it is white with blue carriage top and white leather interior it just needed a new fuel pump and tank .
Congrats on your town car purchase. You got a really, really great deal! I have the Ford 5.0L EFI Windsor engine.
@@CharlesSmith1 I have the same motor in mine I saved mine from getting crushed it was to nice of a car to crush the leather is in great condition the reason it was towed was the fuel pump failed and was impound from 2015 till now when I pulled the fuel pump the tank was all rusted so I'm putting a new tank and fuel pump in it I'm 64 yrs old and do my own work on it.
That's awesome. Yes, I think all engines are the same in these cars. Glad you could save this one. Years ago, I saw a beautiful all-black 1989 Lincoln Town Car with digital dashboard, excellent condition leather and a working sunroof. That was my dream car but very rare. When I was young, I'd see it parked in the back yard and it never moved. The only problem was that it would not start up. The guy wanted $5,000 and I thought that was unreasonably high for a car that wouldn't move. At the time, I had no idea it was just the fuel pump. I wished I knew the signs of failed fuel pump as I would have definitely purchased the car. Never saw one in person before or since that day. It sat there about 10 years. After I bought a 2011 Lincoln Town Car for $5,000, he finally called me with a offer of a lower price. I missed his call. When I called him back, I couldn't reach him. I went back to his house and saw the car. Not purchasing that car is one of the biggest regrets in my life. @@rayphillips332
Young Man, you should be proud and so should your parents specially your Pops. Because you have some Pimp in you, thats a not good but great thing. I'm proud of my son for the same
This is a nice video and nice presentation. The car is beautiful and I really hope that you leave it original. During the 1980's, this was my favorite model car. Then and now, nothing rides like the Lincoln Town Car. Please enjoy and continue to represent what a decent young man should be. I'm proud of you and I've never met you.
tcox1inc Thank you. Yes, I will leave it original. I do not like when cars like these are customized. The additional stuff looks ugly, in my opinion. This was and will always be my favorite car! Thanks so much for the compliment. I will try my best stay as I am. ☺👍👏👌
Hi,did you know you can set your high/low beams to adjust automatically so you dont have to keep dimming them from low to high or vice versa. its all in your manual. :) Beautiful Lincoln Town Car by the way man. Stay Classy...Always.
Warren Ripley Yes, I knew I could do that. As soon as I got this car, I read the manual. I was really surprised this car had that feature when I got it! Thank you. This was a great eBay.com find.
Glad you have it figured out,just thought i'd help,or try to,still a beautiful car. :)
Warren Ripley It's fine. I appreciate that. Yes, a very beautiful car. Thanks. It's funny. When for years, since I was a little kid, I first wanted this car in black with tan or gray interior leather seats. But unfortunately, I couldn't find one. Well, it wasn't so "unfortunate". I got what everyone considers a "better" car. I started to repaint this black and have a black vinyl top. But I've got so much overwhelming feedback to leave it this color as its unique and you, know what? After years of wanting an all black 1989 Town Car, I can now say, that I'm actually in love with this blue one now more than ever! Also, the fact that everything worked in it and it was so cheap made me realize I need to stop waiting on a certain color and hurry up and grab this one online. So far, I have never found another Lincoln this well-preserved for such a low price. I'm so happy I didn't let this one slip away! The seller called me, almost cried and actually wants to buy it back. Haha.
lol,his loss is your gain.
Yeah, I guess you're right. Haha!
John Gotti Would Approved.
dejohn913 I think he owned one at once.
Thanks for sharing, Charles Smith: love it
You're welcome! Thanks for viewing my video!
Fantastic car and a great choice. Thanks for your review!
Thanks! I appreciate the compliment. You're welcome. I'm glad you like the video!
Hey, glad you like it. You're welcome. Thanks for your comments and checking the out video!
Had the same one. bought in 1995 with 59.000 original miles. From a dealer in Mississippi while living there! Had a 5.0 engine with dual exhaust. What a ride.
That's nice! Mine is a 5.0 with dual exhaust, too! 😉
Here in Australia, you never see Lincolns, but I've always loved the Lincoln. Awesome American luxury sedan.
Wow! I never realized that Lincoln wasn't sold everywhere that Ford was sold. Someone here in the United States from Australia just told me that, too! Glad to know you like Lincoln vehicles as much as I do.
Beautiful car. Very impressed how you stuck to your guns & bought the car you wanted. It say a lot about a man that chooses luxury over flashy design & speed. My first car was a 1979 Cadillac Coupe de Ville. I myself enjoyed a large car that offered comfort. But I had a 425 under the hood....so speed was hidden by beauty. But I have always wanted a Lincoln. But I want one even older than yours. My favorite Lincoln is the 78- 84 Mark V. There is no mistaking it when you see it. It exudes luxury, comfort, style, yet still can perform better than some sports cars. Good luck to you & your gorgeous Lincoln. I hope you enjoy it for many years.
Thank you! Yes, I had to do it! I agree! These are beautiful cars! The 1979 Cadillac you had was a beautiful car, too! And with 425, that was sure a powerfully fast car! But I always liked Lincoln more! I'm happy to hear I'm not the only one who liked Lincoln a little more than Cadillac! Honestly, Lincoln's waterfall grille always gave it a regal appeal that made it look like a Rolls-Royce! It just signified a look of importance! I wish Lincoln still used the waterfall grille! 1989 was the last year for it! Yes, I'm still enjoying my car. I also like the straighter edges on the older Lincolns better than the slopped hoods and trunks of the GM cars of the time. Last year, I bought an all-black 2011 Lincoln Town Car L in mint condition with just 135,000 miles for just $5,000. I bought it as a daily driver to keep my 1989 model in mint condition! I will be posting a video on it very soon. In the video, I will also pay tribute to my 1989 town Car with a drone video clip of it.
You are an inspiration to me. I have the same car, base model, that was given to me years ago by one of my parishioners. It's sitting in my garage and I'm going to get her on the road again this summer! By the way, you have a "babe magnet".
Hey, I'm glad to hear it. I love this car! This is a great gift. I say go for it. I know you'll have great time with your car! Thanks for your comment!
I had a 89 Town Car. Loved it!! My Dad drove only Lincolns. It was plagued with brake problems until I took it a little alley shop and never had a problem again.. Those cars are bulit to last if you take care them, they will take care of you!!!!
+Samuel Jonathan Ray Nice. How long did you have your Town Car? And what happened to it? Yes, I agree that those cars are built to last. Lincoln carried the great reputation of the Town Car's reliability even until it's end in 2011. I bought a 2006 Town Car last year and it has 336,000 miles. Still runs. But that's the motto I live by: If you take care of your car, it will take care of you. Most importantly, keep up the oil changes regularly and your car will last very long.
What an awesome video! Makes me miss my 89 Town Car, think Ill even watch it again! Thanks Charles :)
Hey, I'm glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching. What happened to your '89 Town Car?
@@CharlesSmith1 an old dude offered me too much money for it, so I sold it :( I have a very mint 1985 Parisienne Brougham now
How long did you have the Town Car before you sold it. And how do you like the Brougham? @@cluricaun78
@@CharlesSmith1 around 7 years, and it was always a good car other than the alternators kept going, they had a crappy connector in 89, eventually replaced it with a modified GM unit lol I'm liking the Brougham a lot though, it's a cool ride ^^
Oh wow. Thanks for sharing. The Ford and GM square body cars are both great choices! Enjoy your '85 Pontiac Parisienne. @@cluricaun78
These cars are gorgeous! My mom had an '85 Town Car an dit was so smooth, so quiet , it was just amazing. I'd love to get my hands on one like this. Enjoy your fantastic ride!
Wow! Your mom had one, too? That's so awesome! I love these cars! I'd check primarily on eBay for one if you're really interested in finding one! You'll have the whole world of Town Cars and any other car you could think of at your finger tips! Best of all, you can buy with confidence! eBay provides a 90-day buyer protection on vehicles and other items up to $100,000. If your car doesn't get delivered to you or has some unmentioned mechanical issues, you can get your money back!
That car is in great shape. Take good care of it!!!
Thank you! I definitely will!
These are really nice cars. Great for long drives, so comfortable and smooth.
Joel A Yes, so true. I agree! Thanks! 👌
Great purchase. Enjoy it!!
Thank you!
OMG WHAT A BEAUTY! I'm with you, these were the most elegant cars on the road. I owned the same year car with landau roof (1/2 vinyl with wide chrome bar wrapped around roof) in "desert sand" colour from 92-97. So lux, so well-equipped, every feature comfort imaginable, right? This thing road so quiet and smooth - they just don't build them like this anymore. If an automaker decided to create a land boat, all the goodies, with today's modernity at a good price... I am certain they'd sell a lot. The 5 liter, 8 cylinder engine will move it too. Congratulations and I hope you get lots of enjoyment for years to come. At the price you paid? What do you have to lose.
Thanks! The car you had sounded like a beautiful style! I can imagine it! I have had my Town Car for nearly 5 years now. I never get tired of it and will keep it for life! The only thing I'd trade this car for would be an all-black 1989 Town Car with black or tan leather interior! I agree. If Lincoln or Cadillac would make another car like this, it'd sell very well! I'm very disappointed that American luxury car companies feel as though full-size vehicles are dead. Look at the Rolls-Royce Phantom! If Lincoln made something that looked like that for $70-$100K, it would sell very well! Nothing said class like a Lincoln Town Car or even Cadillac Deville Brougham.
Ah, yes. Cars from the 80s with a literal SPARE tire (my childhood era). Loved the video, and its backstory. Agape from Detroit.
Yeah, those were the days! And you lived in the "Motor City" during some of the greatest years of American automotive history. I wish I were around in that time period! I was always say I was born in the wrong era. Thanks! -Agape from Philadelphia.
Thats awesome, I just came across your video 5 years later but the Town Car's of that Era were sweet.
Hey, thanks for checking out my video! I honestly didn't expect this video to get so many views and likes. It's the most viewed video on my page and it's still getting a lot of activity now from others now. But I love this car and still have it! It runs great!
@@CharlesSmith1 Take care of her and she will take care of you. Nice to see someone young appreciate such a beautiful peace of American Automobile History :)
@@TheCarterHour Thank you! I definitely have been taking care of this car! Its been five good years with this beautiful car! I'm proud to be a young owner of this classic vehicle!
Just to let you know, young man, I've had about 30 cars in my life (I am 45), & many were like this. The closest to this was a 1985 Town Car Signature Series, which was that exact same blue with navy velour seats, which I bought in about '92, so it would have been 7 years old at that point. It was an absolutely amazing car. I pray & hope that you enjoy yours as much as I enjoyed mine back in the 90s. Feel free to 'hit me up', if you ever have any questions.
Very nice car. Congratulations on the purchase. I recently a purchased a newer Lincoln Town Car (2011 model), and it had 65,000 miles on it when I first drove it off the dealer lot. At the moment, it has close to 71,000 miles.Black on black.
😮 Oh my goodness! The 2003-2011 Town Car in black is my all-time favorite modern car! That’s exact the one I want to buy soon. I’ve been wanting one since I was age 10 in it’s 2003 refresh. This has been my daily driver but I wanted a 2011 model to drive for Uber, keep it my personal car, and daily driver while my 1989 model stays well preserved. That must have
been a wonderful feeling! I remember in 2012, I couldn’t find a 2011 Town Car with no less than 100K on it; glad to know that there are still some 2011 models out there with less than 100K on them. Please take care of her for me. Thanks. 😏
Shortly after i turned 18 i became obsessed with these cars and started saving up for one. I eventually found and purchased a 2011 signature limited at a used car lot near my home and its an absolute joy to drive and own.
Nice! Good for you! You sound just like me! I became hooked on these cars when I was about age 10. I saw them on some cartoons, like "Oliver & Company" (1988) "Goof Troop" (1992) and Hey Arnold! (1996). I originally wanted a 1989 Town Car and I still have it now! But I also wanted to buy a newer Town Car as a daily driver to keep my 1989 Town Car in mint condition. I just bought a black 2011 Lincoln Town Car L in mint condition on August 28th.
Great car! I agree with your friends, the power vent window is awesome. But so is the electronic instrumentation.
Thank you!
Beautiful Car !!! I'm in Love !!!💖
Thank you! 😊
Beautiful car man! Love that color combo! Do not see to many Town Cars with bright colors. Reminds me of my first car. Was a 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Car. That car rode like a cloud. They sure do not make them like they used too.
Thank you so much! I'm glad you like the color combo. Most people like it. I didn't like it at first. I always wanted an all-black Lincoln Town Car. The first year I got this car, I was even planning on getting it painted black and the top replaced with a black one. But since everyone talked me out of it, I learned to appreciate this color and it grew on me. I love the 1960s-70s Continentals, too! They are my absolute favorites. I would've bought one like your car but this 1989 was the moat affordable, classic box body Lincoln I could buy. I agree. There's nothing like these fine cars.
That Car is 79 inches wide, did you struggled to drive it as your first car? Because im thinking getting a 2010 town car for my first car
Very cool! I got a 1989 Ford LTD as my first car. I got it from the son of the original owner. On the inside it looks just like what you have, except it's a light brown color, like the exterior. Same door controls, same seats (just different colors + no Lincoln symbol) even the steering wheel looks similar! But mine has the original factory radio; complete with cassette player :) Plus there's no heat or AC; but those can be easily fixed in my case. And there's no electronic lights or gauges or anything on the inside. All that aside, it's still a great car. These Late 80s Panthers are some of the best. Keep that car man.
Such a great car and video bro.
Thank you so much!
Nice car. I had the same car in 1987. I was 21 also when I bought mine, in 1987. I also had a Signature series. Black, black carriage roof from the factory, digital dash, light grey cloth seats.
Thank you! Nice color combination! The color combo you had for your 1987 model was my long sought-after dream car! I always wanted an '80s Town Car with black exterior and gray or black seats. I also wanted one with a sunroof. Those are very rare options though and very hard to find. I was looking for one like that on eBay and Craigslist for years. When I finally found them, they were very expensive so I gave up and bought this one I have now, which wasn't too much of a disappointment.
Had a 91 and loved her. They are solid cars that are bulletproof
Devin Holmes I agree! What happened to your 1991 model?
What a lovely, well kept classic land yacht. Congratulations of sticking to your guns and getting the car you promised yourself, I hope it provides you with many happy miles and years of very comfortable driving...
Thank you! I really like this! And it's better than I expected! So far, it been really great to me! Thanks, to great maintenance of the previous owner, I'm doing my very best to keep up the car myself now that it's mine. I'll be celebrating my second-year anniversary with my Town Car by November. I can't believe it will be two years since I've gotten this beauty!
Charles Smith It's always nice to see new, younger people getting enthusiastic about older cars...
Yeah it is. Unfortunately, I don't know many others that like these cars like I do. I actually fell in love with this car when I was about age 9. I saw it on some cartoon years ago. I was like "I MUST KNOW THE NAME AND YEAR OF THAT CAR!" Years later, I saw one parked around the corner from me. I wrote the name down and years more after that, at age 21 I bought it. I used to doodle many drawings of these cars in my drawing books.
Charles Smith The big, square American cars are a type that has become familiar to the whole world through movies over the years, but, like a lot of familiar things, over time they disappear to the point where you see one again and it has become a surprise that makes you think "damn, when was the last time I saw one of them?..."
Beautiful car it was well taken care of....Pure big body American Luxury.
Carpe Diem Thank you! I really appreciate the compliment!
She's beautiful. Love your passion my man.
Thanks!
I'm 28, and I have a Crown Victoria of that same year as my first car in 2012 as my high school graduation gift for only $500, so I instead have a related Panther vehicle with the same motor. Had only just over 100k mileage. But, nice old school Town Car!
Nice! I'm the same age as you are! I graduated in 2011; sadly the last year of these beautiful Panther Platform cars. 100K miles are nothing for these Panther cars! They're work horses! 100K is very low mileage for a vehicle that's over 30 years old! There are many newer Town Cars with more miles than that! Thank you for your compliment on my car!
Nice tour of that vintage, met you on the LIncoln group page on Facebook. My dad had an older one like that, was huge. I drive a Signature L which is big also. great shape there
Thank you! I saw your Facebook comment. Yes, I love these cars and would buy no other car until I see worthy replacement by Lincoln. I also had a 2006 black Town Car as a daily driver to keep my 1989 model mint but I sold that because it had too many problems. I just didn't have the time to fix it. But it wasn't an L. I love the Signature L model! It is so long! It's even longer than the 1989 model and many cars from the '50s-'70s. I can't believe they made a car that long in the 21st century. I'm looking to buy a 2011 Signature L soon.
wow, good for you, are you going to keep the 89 also?
You got a gem, congrats!
Thanks!
1989 was the best year for this body. Then.....1990 came and the kinks came back
Just fantastic!!
Thank you! 👌
Very beautiful car! I plan on buying one in the future...
Thank you! Yes, definitely go for it!
@@CharlesSmith1 👍 Yup sure will! Take good care of that car... I know you will lol
Thanks! @@ramonsmediablog
Man bro I'm so jealous I wanted an 89 town car as my first car! But I wanted mines brown exterior and interior. My uncle had one growing up! Congrats bro and good luck she'll be good to you just make sure your good to her.
+Jordy Colon +Jordy Colon Thanks! Nice to hear. Hopefully, you'll get the one you've been wanting. I always wanted one in black with gray or tan leather interior. My dream car like this is about 15 minutes from where I live. It's all black and has a spun roof. It's in excellent cosmetic condition. The only problem is that it the engine cranks but will not fire up. The seller "thinks" it is a fuel pump issue; not exactly sure but still he wants $5,000! Imagine! $,5000 for a car that won't run. So sad, so I got this one in excellent shape for only $,2,800. If I had a lot of money, I'd buy that black one. It's been sitting there outside his garage for 7 years. That's the last time it started up. I've been viewing it for a while. Yeah, I will definitely take of mine. Still trying to think of a name for my car.
👍😍🤩 I love your classic town car
Like your style my guy. I always wanted a late 80’s Town Car too. Someday. I currently have a Cadillac ATS. My wife likes the Caddy because it is much smaller.
Thank you! I like the Cadillac ATS, too! Personally, for me, my latest model of Cadillac sedans would be a 2011 DTS. They're kind of the last of the squared-off-edge design. I currently drive a 2011 Town Car L to keep my 1989 model in mint shape. 2011 was the end of an era for the large American sedans. Yes, keep searching. I know you'll find that late '80s Town Car very soon!
I bought a 1988 town car Friday. I have blue interior like yours, with the same flaws… and benefits. Mine has 94 thousand miles. I’m very excited about this car, as I couldn’t afford it when it was new. Thanks for the video.
Nice! Enjoy your Town Car!
@@CharlesSmith1 thank you
You're welcome. @@toddstarkey6820
Your 1st car is Dope!!! Bravo!
Thank you!
Hi Charles, I let my 88 go 2 years ago . I miss it , it was a very good car . Happy drives .
Aw, I'm so sorry to hear that you let your 1988 model go. Maybe one day you can get another one soon. I hope for the best!
Thanks Charles , No worries I have good memories and pictures . So I know yours is a great machine !
Very nice. I am 21 years old and my daily driver is a purple 1994 Lincoln Town Car (before which I had a 1988 Lincoln Mark VII LSC). I don't know why vintage luxury cars are not appreciated more in this day & age.
Daniel McLean Thanks! Wow! Those are nice sets of cars. I think a lot of the reason why these cars aren't appreciated much anymore is because this is a "throw-away" "disposable" generation. Many young people don't really appreciate traditional values, ways of life and other things of the past much anymore. But stay as you are and hope you can keep your Town Car.
Respect the car brother! I inherited one of the same year the same time you released the video from my pops at 17, its a great car and while Ive had some issues on it like the fuel pump, sun roof, and seat tearing, its a great place to learn on too. Lets me get comfortable with working on fancier cars as well that I now own, but this will always be my daily driver and I look like an 80s king while doing it!
I love the car! It's one of my childhood favorites, after the 1960s Lincoln Continental. For my car, the issue I had was fuel pump and now the transmission. I got the fuel pump fixed. I will get the transmission fixed soon. I love my 1989 Town Car. I used it as a daily driver for years! In 2018, I got a 2011 Lincoln Town Car which I use now as a daily driver to keep my 1989 model in mint condition.
@@CharlesSmith1 We had a transmission issue in the early 2000s, ended up with a full rebuild so while semi expensive its not the end of the world and keeps the car rolling! Great to hear you got a newer one as well, i moved more into the sports car space but am building out the town car back to how beautiful it was in the past.
My dad had a 70s continental before the town car as well so it seems we all got similar taste haha
Yes, those 70s and 80s Lincolns are my favorite! A transmission rebuild is totally worth it to me to keep the car! I'd rather put more money into a 60s-80s Lincoln than buy a newer car any day! @@BaioWithMayo
@@CharlesSmith1 haha yeah man! Hope it all goes well and the money we save on insurance with an older car makes up for most repairs anyway. Hope we are both back on the road soon enough
Right. My car still drives. The bad transmission keeps it from shifting in the next gear. It won't drive over 55MPH. For local driving, it's still good for now. @@BaioWithMayo
Great decision! It’s a Panther platform car which is THE most reliable vehicle platform you can buy. I’ve had Crown Vics, Grand Marquis’, a newer Town Car...they’ve all been excellent reliable smooth riding cars. Love your Lincoln! I’ve got a ‘93 Mark VIII right now, but my next car is going to be a Mercury Marauder.
Thank you! Yes, so true! Most Town Cars have 300,000 on them and are still running. In 2015, I had a 2006 Town Car with 336,000 miles on it! The engine and transmission had no problem. The rest of the car had problems due to poor maintenance from the previous owner so I sold it but the engine was amazing! The Mark VIII was nice! Lincoln should bring back a two-door coupe, and also add a convertible option, too! The Marauder is nice! One of best friend's brother had one in 2012. Here's my video of it: czcams.com/video/3MgHL_xI7Z8/video.html Sadly, he hit a deer, and the car was totaled. He bought another one this year but before I could film it, the car caught fire in the engine. It was sad. On August, 28th, I got a black 2011 Lincoln Town Car L with only 135,000 miles on it for only $5,000 on Craigslist. I'll be posting a video review on that as well, soon.
I was told that the square body Lincoln ride better than any of the Lincoln's made and you have one thing that your friends don't have and that's real authentic bumpers I like this car a lot and I wish you well with it enjoy.
That's true. The Lincolns from the 1960s-1980s (or square body cars) did have some of the best driving performance. That is mainly due to the fact that these cars have a great air ride suspension system, which is usually only in luxury cars, like Lincoln and Cadillac. This is what made you feel like you are floating down the road. As the car rides over bumps and potholes, you barely feel a thing because the suspension system is adsorbing the impact when the tires run over them, keeping the rider from feeling much impact in the car. And yes, these are real bumpers! I love them. I got rear ended one time by a work van. It scared me but it was not a scratch on my car. I let the driver go. Thanks for the comment! I will do my best to keep it in great shape and running well!
Hi Charles, I like the video, great car. When I was on holiday in Colorado I hired an RV from Cruise America. It was a small one based on the Ford E350. One week I was at Camp Baldy, and for the second I was in Colorado Springs at the Garden of the Gods.
Hey, thanks. I'm glad you like the video. that sounds cool! I always wanted an RV, especially a Ford one. And I'd love to go mid-west one day. I love traveling but the furthest west I've been so was St. Louis, MO. My goal is California one day!
If you get to California you will love it. Especially Yosemite park, San Francisco and down the coast to LA. I even rode a bike (pedal power) over the Golden Gate bridge with a little bit of the mist floating round it.
Robert Foster Wow! Sounds awesome! I'd love to see exactly all of those things California has to offer and more! I'd especially like to go across the Golden Gate Bridge, tour the Silicon Valley and visit LA.
Great choice for a first car I had the same year and loved it mine was white with a blue interior and I remember one night I was driving home and the police had a dwi check on a major highway they were pulling everyone over they saw me and waved me on .This car driving was like you were going down the road sitting on your most comfortable living room sofa !
I am looking to but another one and go on ebay like you did I would recommend one to everyone they drive great and I wish you could still buy a car like this but it would cost about 60-70 thousand dollars this car was way ahead of it’s time and I would put it up against any Cadillac Mercedes anything foreign or domestic I was surprised to find out the engine was only 150 horsepower it felt like it was double that maybe because of the higher torque but anyway good luck with your car hope it gives you years of good service take care.
Wow! Thank you for sharing your story. And I see great minds think alike! I agree with every word you said! I love these cars very much. I hope you can find one in great condition on eBay. They're getting harder and harder to find and the prices are getting higher. Best wishes on your search and thanks again for your comments on my videos.
The music sounds fresh and clear!
Thanks!
Awesome video, that is a beautiful car! I have a 1993 TC as my daily driver.
It's always nice to see someone appreciate and take good care of TC that is in mint condition, like yours is. Enjoy it!
Kevin Garrison Thank you, Kevin. Nice! I just got a 2006 Town Car to use now as my daily driver now. I was going to use my 1989 as a daily driver but my 1989 is so precious, I decided not drive it so much, especially how it has such low mileage. I put 3,000 miles on it since I got. But I must say, I like my 1989 Town Car better! The seats are so soft! And the power steering is so fluid-like, I can basically steer with one finger. I love that! The ride is just so awesome on it. It's hard to not drive this car!
Charles Smith I had a 2006 TC as well, before I got my 93 (I sold my 2006, to get the 93). I much prefer the 93. I feel like these cars perform better if they are driven often. The interior of the 93 (and any box Lincoln) is so much nicer than the newer TC's and any car in general. I love the square dashboard and grills!
Kevin Garrison I do like the styling of the 2003-2011 models. But I prefer the square body myself, as well, too. I love the '89 because it looks as old as a 60s-70s car. I call it a modern classic haha! Yes, I agree, they do perform better if driven often. That's why I do drive it once every week and once in a while I'll put it on the highway. It drives well on there. It's good to do that to keep the battery charged through the alternator and keep engine parts properly lubricated. It's kind of like a human. If you don't exercise your body, you have problems. Well, if you don't work your car, it starts to perform poorly.
Kevin Garrison Kevin Garrison I do like the styling of the 2003-2011 models. I personally think its the best looking American luxury car of the 21st century. But I prefer the square body myself, as well, too. I love the '89 because it looks as old as a 60s-70s car. It's hard but I can't help but drive my 1989 model everywhere. The seats just feel so much softer and comfortable. I call it a modern classic haha! Yes, I agree, they do perform better if driven often. That's why I do drive it once every week and once in a while I'll put it on the highway. It drives well on there. It's good to do that to keep the battery charged through the alternator and keep engine parts properly lubricated. It's kind of like a human. If you don't excerise your body, you have problems. Well, if you don't work your car, it starts to perform poorly.
Beautiful! I’m going to always be a Lincoln town car man I have an 04 ultimate now but I want an 80’s tc
treeez_____ Nice to know. Yes, go for it! You'll love this '80s model. I had bought a 2006 Town Car as well in 2015. I always loved Lincoln Town Cars, The first generation (1981-1989) and final third generation (2003-2011) will always be my favorite cars! I want to get a black 2011 Town Car Signature L to go with my 1989 model.
Def wanna get me one soon love these ol school Lincolns
Glad to hear it! Yes, definitely go for it! I know you will love it when you get one!
@@CharlesSmith1 yesss indeed 💯💯💯