Listen for whines and insist on repairs. That isn't the 'way they're supposed to sound.'
Detailed review:
This is our 2nd LS. The first was good, but had the problems of a 1st model year. This one has a better finish. Xlnt ride and power. Good value for money. Lighter paint colors are better. The black exterior paint is very poor. Transmission is a bit hesitant when shifting. And both cars had some degree of rear-end whine (though the new one got a Ford recommended rear-end replacement at 5K miles and now has very little whine). Very quiet and smooth ride with good stability on all sorts of roads. Test drive a few and you will notice that some have more wind noise than others. The exterior fit is not always tight. Interior plastic parts and trim should be upgraded by Lincoln.
Also considered:
2002 BMW 5 Series
2002 Mercedes-Benz E320
2002 Jaguar S-Type
Vehicle purchased:
2002 Lincoln LS
About This Reviewer...
Location:
Pleasanton, California
Other vehicles owned:
1997 BMW 328
1996 Ford F250
Review submitted:
October 11, 2002
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