Used 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
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1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Overview
Mark VIII Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Lincoln Mark VIII (1993-1998) a 4.5 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 93% recommend it. These figures are based on 156 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
"I love this car"
"The Mark VIII is classic, elegant and powerful!"
"Owned 2 so far"
"I am about to buy my 3rd Mark 8. I have had 2 , 93's and I am pleased with this type of car. I can not say enough about these cars! They have it all..."
"Best Vehicle Ever"
"Best car I have owned. Extremely fast, can turn on a dime, drives like a dream.Can't say enough about this car.Bought in '97 with less than 15,00 miles."
Overall 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII quality a 4.6 out of 5.
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Reliability
The 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII receives an average consumer rating of 4.5 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1997 Mark VIII Features
According to drivers of the 1997 Mark VIII, here are some of its best features:
- A classic beauty
- Fast powerful
- Styling, mileage, comfort, quality, driveability
- Very comfortable and high quaility
- A reliable great looking ride with speed to match
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII MPG by Trim
1997 Mark VIII Coupe 2D - city 16 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
1997 Mark VIII Safety
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Safety Features
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
- Rear Parking Sensors
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
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1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Depreciation
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1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2021 | - | $1,826 | $1,074 | ||
2022 | $106 | $1,720 | $947 | ||
2023 | $73 | $1,647 | $855 | ||
2024 | $32 | $1,615 | $782 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3765 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 102.0 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 38.1 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.6 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 207.3 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 59.2 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 2000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 14.4 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 37.2 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 113.0 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 74.8 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 16 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 24 mpg | ||
Combined | 19 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 280 @ 5750 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 285 @ 4500 rpm | ||
Engine | V8, 4.6 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 7.9 seconds |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Safety
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Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII |  New 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman |  New 2026 BMW M4 |  New 2026 BMW M2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.4 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.3 | N/A | |
| Fuel Economy | City 16/Hwy 24/Comb 19 MPG | City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 24 MPG | City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG | City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 2 | 4 | 4 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 280 @ 5750 RPM | 300 @ 6500 RPM | 473 @ 6250 RPM | 473 @ 6250 RPM | |
| Engine | V8, 4.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |