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4.7
(574 reviews)
1998 Lincoln Town Car
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80%
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95%
Recommend this vehicle
Value
4.7
Performance
4.7
Quality
4.8
Comfort
4.9
Reliability
4.8
Styling
4.7
1998 Town Car Overview
Among the 574 owners who provided feedback on the 1998 Lincoln Town Car for Kelley Blue Book, consumer sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the vehicle. As a whole, consumers found the vehicle's comfort and quality to be its strongest features and value to be its weakest. 460 out of 574 of owners (80% of them) rank the 1998 Town Car five out of five stars. Overall, consumers seem aligned in their opinions of the 1998 Lincoln Town Car. Is it the right vehicle for for you? Check out Kelley Blue Book's consumer reviews and see for yourself.
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The vehicle offers a comfortable and smooth driving experience with a spacious interior, plush seating, and a powerful yet efficient engine. Reviewers note the car's reliable performance, even at high mileage, and excellent value, especially for used models. The classic American styling and reputation for durability are also highlighted as key strengths. While minor issues with some features are reported, the overall consensus is that the vehicle is an outstanding luxury sedan.
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Positive Review

"The Proof is in the Reviews"

I have been driving for over 35 years and owed well over 100 cars. With that said, from the top end a Rolls Royce to the bottom end a Chevrolet Vega (a car that GM would like to forget)My Town Car is head and shoulders above them all...a ride like the Rolls, reliability like a 1960's Dodge Dart and all for a modest price. If you can find a relatively low mile example...BUY IT. These engines will go for 400,000 miles...possibly why they are used as Taxi's, Police cruisers and Limo's. The Town Car is a very under appreciated and touted vehicle. This is my second one and can't imagine going back to a Mercedes or Jag after the faithful service that these Lincolns provide. I would strongly recommend this vehicle to anyone looking for trouble free motoring and luxurious comfort. I think an effort to get Ford to bring back these wonderful cars is necessary. Wouldn't buy anything else!!


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Critical Review

"Not even close"

01Townie,1owner,no crash’s,well documented, runs new, looks new. Best car ford EVER made, just ask a cop about crown Vic’s. 400k mi common. This one 190k. Kelley suggests $1k lol. Comical

1998 Town Car Reviews

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Thompson
9/5/2026
Tax value

Clear paint coating is peeling. Oil pan gasket leaks, fobs no longer works to lock and unlock doors and trunk, CD and Cassette player don't play.

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Corey
7/22/2026
Lowball! Offensive

Second owner car. Your offer is offensive. ✌️ interior like new, drives great, minor body issues. Pound salt

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Mike
5/25/2026
Can’t give a value!

Waste of time. Input all stats and currently unavailable. Makes no sense. Just want to get more info to sell you something, not to give you a value.

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Billy
11/4/2025
Great car

I bought this car used 10 years ago. It’s cost me nothing. I can’t say enough about this car never had a problem currently 106,000 miles.

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Joshua
8/28/2025
2010 Lincoln Town Car Executive L
Pros

Reliable

Cons

Suspension is weak for weight of vehicle.

I had purchased my 2010 Lincoln Town car 4 years ago from a limousine company I worked for fast forward 4 years I’m at 650,000 miles idle hours included putting 100,000 miles on myself as a 3rd owner this car is incredible never in my life have I seen a car go that many miles I just recently had my 1st Transmission Rebuilt about a 18,000 miles ago this is such an underrated car took it on the freeway cruising around 60-65mph I was avg around 26-26.5mpg. Some repairs worth noting in my last 100,000 miles of owning are list below Water Pumps Engine air fan assembly and switch AC Compressor AC Blower Motor Tuneup Suspension front and rear not including air ride which is still going strong after 100k Rear axle replaced Front wheel hub PCM Module Thermostat

Value
5.0
Performance
4.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Joshua
3/4/2025
Most reliable Car I’ve ever owned
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Pros

The ride is very plush the styling is clean professional and confident

Cons

Issues with front end suspension Ball Joints are a weak point

I was very surprised by this car being a Japanese car lover more than American I never thought I would ever say this is the best American Car to own. Ride is plush smooth and responsive reliable maintenance is about average anywhere from $500.00-$1000.00 for moderate maintenance $50-$300 for minor maintenance I purchased my 2010 Lincoln Town Car 4 years ago with 374,000 miles now I’m at 471,300 miles I’m just barely looking at valve guides going out but with the age of the engine and the amount of idle hours which is 5,970 idle hours it puts the engine true miles past 650,000 miles so I’ll end up dropping a remanufactured engine into and keep this car another 600,000 miles for my future kids. Today you don’t hear cars going anywhere near a half a million miles cars are made cheap and to break I’ve put some money into her but that’s to be expected with this many miles but I’d highly recommend buy any Lincoln town car from 2007-2011 these were the best years and the long wheel base will last twice as long due to being built with heavy duty parts

Value
5.0
Performance
4.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Lincoln Town Car
9/24/2024
1999 town car
Pros

Great automobile

Cons

None

Car is like New all new OEM coils and Motor craft plugs transmission service new suspension all done in last 500 miles car was bought in Vegas and has always been here under carriage like new and the top price in book 4700 try and go find one

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Anonymous Reviewer
3/3/2024
Not even close

The same vehicle with more miles in the same condition are selling for $13,000. KBB says its worth $2500. Good luck finding a 1998 Lincoln town car signature with 45,000 miles in excellent condition for 2500 bucks. 😆 🤣 😂

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