To E60, or not to E60
11-03-2009, 11:10 AM
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Well, as you know, we have an E60. I've driven my friends 745Li, and that big beast moves with authority. I imagine the performance increase is exponential stuff the same engine into the smaller, lighter, and possibly more aerodymanic 545 and the later 550. So, I am considering that too.
But, what I'm looking for is a V8 (or powerful 6 cylinder), and the LS is on my hit list now as well.. What do you guys & gals think about the Lincoln LS?
http://images02.olx.com/ui/2/31/66/f_17432566_9.jpeg
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http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images...30005_large.jpg
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/comm...86/02LSDash.jpg
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/comm...Lincoln_LS_.jpg
I'm considering all options for my upcoming lease-end on my 2007-Edge. Of course,a 2002 - 2004 745Li is highest on my "wish" list (if one is available at the right price).
I test-drove an LS V-8, back in 2000, and it was very nice- handled- well, like a BMW- flat, and stable. Has anyone here had one? What were your thoughts?
I'm not opposed to another E60, but not sure if I want two of the same car- nice though they may be.
Manufacturer Ford Motor Company
Production 1999?2006
Assembly Wixom Assembly Plant, Wixom, Michigan, United States
Class Entry-level luxury car / Mid-size car
Body style(s) 4-door sedan
Layout FR layout
Platform Ford DEW98 platform
Engine(s) 3.0 L V6
3.9 L V8
Transmission(s) Getrag 221 5-speed manual
5R55S 5-speed automatic
Wheelbase 114.5 in (2908 mm)
Length 2000-05: 193.9 in (4925 mm)
2006: 194.3 in (4935 mm)
Width 73.2 in (1859 mm)
Height 2000-02: 57.2 in (1453 mm)
2003-06: 56.1 in (1425 mm)
Curb weight 3692 lb (1675 kg)
Fuel capacity 18 US gal (68 L; 15 imp gal)
But, what I'm looking for is a V8 (or powerful 6 cylinder), and the LS is on my hit list now as well.. What do you guys & gals think about the Lincoln LS?
http://images02.olx.com/ui/2/31/66/f_17432566_9.jpeg
http://www.governmentauctions.org/uploaded...coln-780883.JPG
http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images...30005_large.jpg
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/comm...86/02LSDash.jpg
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/comm...Lincoln_LS_.jpg
I'm considering all options for my upcoming lease-end on my 2007-Edge. Of course,a 2002 - 2004 745Li is highest on my "wish" list (if one is available at the right price).
I test-drove an LS V-8, back in 2000, and it was very nice- handled- well, like a BMW- flat, and stable. Has anyone here had one? What were your thoughts?
I'm not opposed to another E60, but not sure if I want two of the same car- nice though they may be.
Manufacturer Ford Motor Company
Production 1999?2006
Assembly Wixom Assembly Plant, Wixom, Michigan, United States
Class Entry-level luxury car / Mid-size car
Body style(s) 4-door sedan
Layout FR layout
Platform Ford DEW98 platform
Engine(s) 3.0 L V6
3.9 L V8
Transmission(s) Getrag 221 5-speed manual
5R55S 5-speed automatic
Wheelbase 114.5 in (2908 mm)
Length 2000-05: 193.9 in (4925 mm)
2006: 194.3 in (4935 mm)
Width 73.2 in (1859 mm)
Height 2000-02: 57.2 in (1453 mm)
2003-06: 56.1 in (1425 mm)
Curb weight 3692 lb (1675 kg)
Fuel capacity 18 US gal (68 L; 15 imp gal)
11-03-2009, 01:44 PM
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Hi,get 550 or 650! 745 is old and can be a expensive over time.
11-03-2009, 01:58 PM
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Go CPO 550. I have driven the V8 Lincoln LS and it is not in the same class, either performance-wise or fit and finish-wise as the 550.
11-03-2009, 01:59 PM
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Wait ....... I thought You were joking until I reached the end of the post and saw no smileys.
Please, open those pictures again and look real closely. Are you sure you want to be seen riding in one of those? Ive just had a couple of beers and STILL wouldn't drive that.
When yous said LS, I assumed the Lexus LS and thought to myself, yeah, why not. But a Lincoln? I don't know man
Please, open those pictures again and look real closely. Are you sure you want to be seen riding in one of those? Ive just had a couple of beers and STILL wouldn't drive that.
When yous said LS, I assumed the Lexus LS and thought to myself, yeah, why not. But a Lincoln? I don't know man
11-03-2009, 02:03 PM
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Dude, if you are going to shop the Ford brand, then I would look at the SHO and save yourself a ton of cash.
11-03-2009, 02:33 PM
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Originally Posted by studavis' post='1046369' date='Nov 3 2009, 03:03 PM
Dude, if you are going to shop the Ford brand, then I would look at the SHO and save yourself a ton of cash.
Better yet, skip Ford, go for the 7 series. I will be looking at a few this weekend for the wife. Just say not to any Ford product that doesn't start with an "F" - trucks good, cars crap.
11-03-2009, 03:14 PM
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LS = Less Stable!! 
11-05-2009, 07:15 AM
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Oh, OK-
Yeah, I did some searching, and the folks on the Motor Trend board, when discussing the LS, were about 80% saying "Stay away" and 20% saying they were bulletproof and reliable.
Someone has one at my job, and it is beautiful- very well kept, LS8.
Nice enough t make me say, Hmmm....
Motor Trend was saying the Lincoln LS was "the" sporty US sedan in America until the Chrysler 300 C debuted.
Yeah, I did some searching, and the folks on the Motor Trend board, when discussing the LS, were about 80% saying "Stay away" and 20% saying they were bulletproof and reliable.
Someone has one at my job, and it is beautiful- very well kept, LS8.
Nice enough t make me say, Hmmm....
Motor Trend was saying the Lincoln LS was "the" sporty US sedan in America until the Chrysler 300 C debuted.