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June Sales: http://media.ford.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=26284
Lincoln's MKZ entry-level sedan returns for 2008 with a host of updates inside its charmingly retro-styled cabin.
Back in 2007, the former Lincoln Zephyr changed its name only a year into its life cycle, and adopted a crisper look and a new V-6 powertrain. The result: a good-looking car, with a modernized, "wide-mouthed" version of the trademark Lincoln waterfall grille up front, crisp styling pleats pressed into the hood and trunk, and chrome accents finishing it all off.
The MKZ's 3.5-liter V-6 carries over into 2008. It's good for 263 horsepower and 249 pound-feet of torque, and it's teamed to a six-speed automatic transmission and available all-wheel drive. The new engine runs on regular 87-octane unleaded, in addition to being one of the most powerful standard engines in this class.
This year, the MKZ adds standard SIRIUS satellite radio; later in the year, the Ford-Microsoft Sync hands-free communications and entertainment system will be standard. A reverse-sensing system is also newly standard, as are premium leather seats with heating and cooling functions, and a tire-pressure monitoring system.
Other standard gear includes 10-way power seats, 17-inch tires, side and curtain airbags, an iPod jack and LED taillamps.
The MKZ's navigation system now includes voice activation. The navi is an option, as is the THX II-Certified audio system with its fourteen speakers, a power sunroof, and high-intensity discharge headlamps.
http://www.zercustoms.com/photos/2008-Lincoln-MKX.html
http://www.zercustoms.com/news/2008-Lincoln-MKX.html
FWIW he has been driving an MKX for the most recent 4 or 5 Throwdowns now. He used to drive an HD Dodge pickup. The MKX is way nicer than that!
It will be here in 2009. Another game of catchup that Lincoln should not have to be playing right now.
Can and Driver Lincoln MKS article
Lincoln MKS Photo gallery
OK tell me what you think.
PS
Keep it tactful
One kid said how he would never sit in his parents Toyota Highlander again!
Anyway, got a bunch of looks and comments about the cars. My MKZ is Vivid Red and her Zephyr is Merlot. We saw plenty of folks pull and slow down to get looks. I averaged 26 mph for the weekend in almost 100 degree weather mostly driving 70+ mph. The cooled seats did their job and were appreciated.
I hadn't ran the MKZ fully loaded with 4 passengers, coolers, luggage etc. Up and down hills there was no strain at all on the engine. The cruise control was perfect with no jerking or shifting. I had very little
drivers fatigue either way. I drove about 3 hours straight before each break. The teenagers did not make that much noise as they all busy do their connectivity things most of the trip. A lot better than, 'are we there yet'!
Do you have the AWD?
Thanks, Jerry
But the MKZ is a bit surprising. Though it hasn't burned up the sales charts, supply has been kept much closer to demand than with a lot of other models. Guess for most near luxury shoppers, it is missing a certain je ne ce quoi. Hopefully the MKS can do a better job of distinguishing itself.
Reliable cars with low resale value usually are good to buy used.
Infinitis were cars like that in the 1990s.
I once owned a new Mercedes C-class and by 8k it had been in the shop 5 times for several issues such as brakes, alignments, engine lights, etc.). It was so bad the dealer gave me a new one and the same issues started repeating!
I am in the Lincoln camp until they kick me out. I have a reliable, comfortable, car, could not be happier.
BTW, here's the list:
Forbes List Of 10 Worst Residual Valued Luxury Cars - Kelley Blue Book Values
10. Cadillac SRX V8
MSRP: $43,870
Residual Value After Five Years: 27 percent
9. Ford Expedition V8 4WD
MSRP: $32,895
Residual Value After Five Years: 27 percent
8. Cadillac DTS V8
MSRP: $41,990
Residual Value After Five Years: 26 percent
7. Cadillac STS V6
MSRP: $42,765
Residual Value After Five Years: 26 percent
6. Lincoln MKZ AWD
MSRP: $31,765
Residual Value After Five Years: 26 percent
5. Mercedes-Benz E550
MSRP: $59,775
Residual Value After Five Years: 26 percent
4. Jaguar S-Type V6
MSRP: $49,000
Residual Value After Five Years: 25 percent
3. Jaguar X-Type Sedan and Wagon
MSRP: 34,995
Residual Value After Five Years: 25 percent
2. Mercury Grand Marquis LS
MSRP: $30,320
Residual Value After Five Years: 23 percent
1. Lincoln Town Car
MSRP: $42,985
Residual Value After Five Years: 17 percent
My LS fares a little better I think. As an 01 it is now 6, almost 7 yrs old and according to KBB, it is worth appx 24% of new retail. However, I didnt pay new retail and considering that, my particular LS is still worth 28% of what I paid after more than 6.5 years. Not exactly an investment, but since the car still basically looks and runs like new, I'll take it to the bank.
Does anyone have any input?
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2007 Lincoln MKZ
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2007 Lincoln Mark LT
2007 Lincoln Navigator
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They also state that you keep the rebates.
I also noticed on that interior color that the defrost vent on the back of the dashboard casts a reflection onto the bottom of the windshield. Is that a distraction?
Of course 7/28 and 7/29 have come and gone already, but I'm sure they might be willing to extend that.
Wassup wid dat? Is it that D.C. is made of many foreigners who prefer foreign cars? Are there just too few Lincoln dealerships? Given that the data I've read about monthly sales of the MKZ, it seems odd not to see one single MKZ.
As for why mostly foreign cars in D.C? I'll just point out that, since DC is a haven for democrats and even more so this year, this adds credence to my theory that lefties dont buy American. Just one man's observational theory, bolstered now by another man's observation.
And as for the MKZ, it is near luxury, and not that appealing to anyone wanting either state of the art or just to make a statement. Though many people who buy it like its looks, it is relatively anonymous looking. It it selling OK by Lincoln's projections, but it does not even sell as many units as the LS did. It will take several model years to get enough of them on the streets so that they are not so scarce.
My friends from Minnesota are going to go back and purchase one as the ladies really liked the cool seats and the car in general. Of course the price was very appealing to them.
As for metro Washington's car buying habits, I read somewhere that it has the highest ratio of foreign cars of any area in the country. That probably has something to do with the fact that there aren't a lot of trucks, and tons of luxury cars. The amount of money flowing though Washington is mind boggling.
This car really stands out under the city lights starting at dusk. I catch many people looking. I wonder if they are ever going to up the standard rim on this. A larger rim makes almost any car look more exotic.
I also agree that it is fun having a unique car.
The plastic mirror assembly has sheared off - the motor, glass and chrome pieces are intact.
I wonder if I can replace as a DIY project - how easy it it to remove the door panel? I only see 2 screws, does it slide out after these are removed?
Also, is there an internet parts supplier for Ford/Mercury/Lincoln parts like www.gmpartsdirect.com (I've been buying parts from there for my GMC Envoy at 50-60% of the dealer prices).
In any case, I'm considering a purchase of an MKZ. My wife and I have been debating between Lexus ES, Infiniti G35, and an Acura TL. On a whim we pulled into the Lincoln dealership. It had not been on our list--never even discussed. But after looking it over and a subsequent test drive, I'm quite impressed with the MKZ. Is there something I'm missing?
I've noticed some comments here about the better luxury of the other cars. To me the Lexus is little more than a gussied-up Camry. A moving steering wheel doesn't impress me. And rear air bags as an option--an option?--is absurd. Besides it's a bore to drive. The base BMW 3 comes with vinyl seats. The leather is an upgrade. The Infiniti G is a great car and so is the TL, (though I wish they had ventilated seats). But they do cost more than the Lincoln so I would expect them to be better.
So, MKZ owners, what should I be concerned about with an MKZ?
I'm pretty sure he was just listing the new colors. The vivid red is a gorgeous red. THat's the only regret I have with my LS - vivid red was not available.
U know, if u read any of my posts (scary thought) you may not believe what I'm about to say, but - dependng on what you want in a car, the mkz just might wind up near or at the top of your list.
It's got a good strong engine, on Ward's top 10 list this year. A well-respected 6speed tranny (codesigned with GM and that's good cause GM makes probably the best auto-trannies in the world) can be AWD if u want, FWD if u dont. Personally I think it's a beautiful car. On of the prettiest out there. I'm not a huge fan of the interior, but it's still better than many others and has won an award.
The car is not 'sporting' enough for my tastes, but's that's just me. If u like the car, it's as least as good a deal over the long term as anything else you mentioned.
Good luck.
The MKZ has a certain panache about its interior, but look at those gaps awhile and then sit in a Lexus again. It's all a matter of taste of course. The MKZ's Achilles' heel in this market is the lack of stability control, and the little niceties of feel and convenience that were left out. I think they will be added quickly, now that cars like the 08 Malibu will be able to out-equip it for less money.
But good points. No stability control is a bold move allright. There are so many great cars in this category nowadays. The Malibu is finally gonna be a contenda. The Saturn Aura is also a heluva nice car. And the '08 Accord is the first one to ever interest me. The Milan? Eh, I'd go straight to the Lincoln and deal hard.