1998 Lincoln Mark Series Mark VIII

Lincoln Mark Series Mark VIII (1998)
for sale

Price: US $5,200.00

Description:

The time has come to let my 1998 midnight grey metallic Lincoln Mark VIII move on to the next caring soul. I am the third owner and for the last two years, it has been a dependable daily driver. Overall the car is in good condition with a nice interior and shiny original paint. For the 134k miles on it, it looks and rides better than many with ½ that many miles.
As soon as I got this car home I recorded the sound of the car along with the air suspension rising upon initial cold start up. (See my youtube channel) My Mark VIII also received some repairs and adjustments. I installed a lasagna repair, new neon ballast, had the exhaust adjusted, the VIN number etched in the glass, and purchased a nice car cover. Regarding the exhaust, the drone was too loud for me and from the looks of it, the pipe was a bit close to the bottom of the car. After the adjustment, the drone was reduced and the exhaust had a better sound. The former owner, took excellent care of this Mark and upgraded the brakes to the Cobra version and more versatile 4.5 inch hubs.
I am selling the car for a few reasons. One, I have two other vehicles (06 Nissan Titan and modified 93 Crown Victoria, see pics) and having three vehicles for me alone is a bit pricey. I take care of my cars so maintenance does play a factor. Two, an addition on the house is in the works and the proceeds from this sale will help pay for the concrete. Three, I have been pulled over twice in this car in less than 6 months. The car rides on air (air suspension, right?) and it enjoys high speed so I give it what it wants. Well, Lake Pontchartrain Causeway cops don’t care.
Along with this car comes a desired cargo net and the tape deck still works in what I believe is the original stereo that came with the car. Also will be a Blackvue WiFi DR500GW-HD car camera and a Coverking Car Cover. I am selling the car for $5, 200 with the above mentioned accessories. Although I am not ‘locked’ into this price, I will not move from this price much b/c it is a great car with minor issues that I still drive about 1 or 2 times a week. See the video taken Aug 1st, 2015 on the ‘Tube that is You’ under my name LaSouthernGemini.
Who is this car good for? If you are an enthusiast and looking for an unmolested ride in what I think is the most beautiful color for the Mark VIII with a few issues that need attention, this may be your calling. Let me know if you have any questions.

update: 2015-09-13

Features:

Condition:Seller Notes:
Used
“This last year of the updated FN-10 platform has a few issues. The fuel button in the driver’s door let go with the spring shooting out and all that jazz. I have the pieces but the button doesn’t want to stay in the retainer. The button looks like it is broken. The fuel door release is handled by pulling the cable in the trunk. The drivers door bezel also had a front clip that let go (it was previously fixed) so it pokes out a bit. I have a steering column ghost that hinders my ability to adjust the steering column when I would like to. Sometimes it responds, sometimes it doesn’t. Currently it is in a favorable position and I don’t mess with it. The ABS light stays on b/c my mechanic says the sensor on one of the back wheels has gone kaput and the passenger visor clip (not the visor, but the clip) broke and I couldn’t find one in grey so there is a tan one doing the job.”
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 1LNFM91V0WY700586Year: 1998
Number of Cylinders: 8Make: Lincoln
Transmission: AutomaticModel: Mark Series
Body Type: SedanTrim: Not Collectors Edition but trim modified
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warrantyEngine: 4.6L 281Cu. In. V8 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title: ClearDrive Type: RWD
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player, Leather SeatsMileage: 134,000
Safety Features: Driver Airbag, Passenger AirbagSub Model: Mark VIII
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power SeatsExterior Color: Gray
Fuel Type: GasolineInterior Color: Gray
For Sale By: Private Seller

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