Reviews: The 2008 Lincoln Town Car
By Alex Thomas
The Lincoln Town Car for 2008
Made in CANADA for Lincoln, the Town Car for 2008 is a contender in the 6-seat SEDAN 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $45,295 USD with a invoice price of $41,626 USD.
Town Car Dimensions
In 2008 the Town Car has an overall length of 215.40 inches and a width of 78.50 inches. It sits a total of 59.00 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of inches. Front headroom is 39.40 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Town Car a turning radius of 40.00 inches. It uses 225/60R17 tires with a wheelbase of 117.70 inches.
Drivetrain
The Town Car comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 4413 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 4.6L V8 SOHC 16V FFV engine in the 2008 Town Car is rated at 15 miles/gallon city and 22 - 23 miles/gallon highway out of a 19.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Town Car retails for $45,295 USD with a invoice price of $41,626 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $920 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Automatic Load-Leveling. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Cargo Net, High Intensity Discharge Headlights, Splash Guards, Chrome Wheels.
Exterior color choices include Black, Dark Blue Pearl Metallic, Dark Cherry Metallic, Light French Silk, Light Ice Blue Metallic, Silver Birch Metallic, Vibrant White with interior choices of Black Leather Interior, Light Camel Leather Interior, Medium Light Stone Leather Interior. The Town Car seats 6 people with 41.70 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The normal warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 72 month/70,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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