Overview & Reviews

Lincoln changes the name of the Aviator's high-line trim level from Premium to Ultimate. More substantive improvements include the addition of Roll Stability Control to the optional AdvanceTrac stability system to ward off rollover incidents during panic maneuvers. The previously optional tire-pressure monitoring system is now standard. Additionally, dealer-installed Sirius Satellite Radio is available on Ultimate and Luxury models equipped with the optional Audiophile stereo.

• Interior lacks the rock solid build quality of equivalently priced luxury SUVs, engine noise intrusive at high rpm.

User Reviews:

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  I will never buy a lincoln again - 2004 Lincoln Aviator
  By gonzo13 - July 12 - 8:00 pm

  I bought this vehicle brand new in Oct 2004. When I bought it I was impressed with the styling more then anything else, but that quickly faded when the mechanical problems started soon after. I kept up on all required maintenance since I bought it. The problems started early on. From the climate control to the spark plug coils going out on me continuously. The gear shift leaver broke when I was putting it into park from drive. On the back tail gate there is a crack right below the back widow. I was told that it is a trend on these vehicles. I will never own another Ford/Lincoln product as long as I live. After all said and done, the dealership goes out of business. How ironic is that

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  AFTER PAYING $1800.00, BROKE 5 MORE TIME IN 10 DAYS. - 2004 Lincoln Aviator
  By msjay1234 - September 26 - 4:35 am

  I bought a 2004 Lincoln Aviator in June the Front differential broke in September. Repaired in November and I paid $1800.00 on December 1,2011. Picked up car on 1st. it broke on the 2nd. Picked up car on the 6th and on the 8th it started licking fluid. returned it and they said that it was fine. Then on the 12th it Broke again. On the 16th I picked it Up and drove it 30 mins. and smelled burning, took it back at 4 pm they said that it was the old smell burning off. At 7pm it broke on the hwy. Several times me and My small kids has broken down on the Road. The car is really unsafe. Thanking God that We got to Safety all these times. and the Car is still in the Shop. My God. What to Do I ask.

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  mistake - 2004 Lincoln Aviator
  By Steteven Willams - November 7 - 10:00 am

  I bought this car 6 months ago and I have been at the mecanic 9 times for enigine problems. This car is to big and handles just okay. The only thing good about it is its a smooth ride and it has AWD. I awlways buy BMWs and Hondas. My wife still has an 1987 Honda Accord and she also has a BMW 5 series from 1997. Both cars had only 1 problem each. I just sold my 1981 Honda accord for $700 with $300,000 miles on it and one problem in 1990 and one in 2001. Next year I am going to buy myself a new Toyota Avalon.

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  A Lemon With Hubcaps - 2004 Lincoln Aviator
  By GAIL POWERS - April 9 - 10:00 am

  My beef is not with the vehicle, but with Lincoln itself. Their customer service is deplorable. I paid $2,000 for an upgrade with Navigational System. The Navigational system is extremely poor and inaccurate. My husbands portable Garmin works better. I called for a new disc to see if the new one was improved. Customer Service said they are not responsible for it because they bought it from another company. If I want a new one I can call this company and get one for $169. They didnt mind taking my money the first time, but dont call them with a complaint. My Durango was a better value overall and far more comfortable.

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  Seats are Hard - 2004 Lincoln Aviator
  By Jferrell - September 24 - 2:00 am

  The vehicle seems ok with the same style as a Ford Explorer. But once you get in, the comfort level is minimal. The layout of the dash is fine, but the flip down cover for the stereo is kind of cheesy. The seats are the most uncomfortable I have ever sat in. The sides are hard and hit right in the thigh. No matter how I turned, I was not able to find a comfirtable position. For a luxury SUV, they did not put a good effort into the seating. There is also a hesitation when stepping on the gas to get on a freeway which could be improved (1 to 1 1/2 seconds)

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  Poor Quality: Cylinder, Transmission and AC Problems - 2004 Lincoln Aviator
  By natefromaz - May 18 - 7:33 pm

  I bought a brand new Lincoln Aviator in November 2004 and it now has 82K miles. The quality of teh venhicle in general has been bad after he cross 60K miles. In general the engine pings and the check engine light comes and off and when we come to a stop light, the AC starts blowing hot air. The check engine light came steady on at 78K miles and when I took it to the dealer, it was diagnosed that left side cylinder head and transmission needs to be replaced and there is no warranty and I was given an estimation of $5500 for the cylinder head and $3500 for transmission. I called Ford customer care but they said that they cannot help or cover for these costs. Dont buy Ford!!

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  JUST SAY NO!!! - 2004 Lincoln Aviator
  By bexley - October 29 - 2:00 am

  FROM SQUEAKY BRAKES TO A LEAKY TAIL GATE THIS VEHICLE HAS NOW DEVELOPED TRANSMISSIONS PROBLEMS. FORD DOES NOT STAND BEHIND ITS PRODUCTS AND SHOULD BE ASHAMED TO MARKET SUCH A VEHICLE. NEXT TIME I WILL BUY A CADILLAC

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  Aviator - 2004 Lincoln Aviator
  By Lance Smith - September 22 - 2:00 am

  Engine noise is very intrusive and handling is poor. The interior is nothing to tell your friends about and the exterior is outdated. It is always rattling and has been in the shop eight times since we got it four months ago.

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  Less than stellar - 2004 Lincoln Aviator
  By chewie - July 31 - 10:00 am

  I am very disappointed in my 2004 Aviator and the sales experience was horrific. I have had the vehicle two weeks and it has already been in the shop for two days. The ride is nice but the wind noise is unacceptable in a vehicle of this price. The Aviator hesitates when punched getting on the freeways of Houston which has almost caused an accident several times. It drinks gas worse than my son drinks soda. The storage compartments are numerous but small. The leg room in the back seats is tight and not comfortable for the passengers I have taken for a ride. There is more room in my Mountaineer, which is a better buy for the money.