Overview & Reviews

The LS features a new front fascia for 2005, and the automatic transmission has been tweaked yet again for improved shift feel and quality.

• Confident steering and handling, optional V8 delivers plenty of smooth and quiet power, comfortable and roomy interior, optional THX-certified sound system.

• Lack of a manual transmission keeps it from true sport sedan status, build quality lags behind German and Japanese competitors, not as nimble as other sport sedans in its class.

User Reviews:

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  05 LS Sport - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By joe329 - March 3 - 12:55 pm

  I just bought this recently and so far, so far good. Its not great in Winter conditions (Its rear wheel drive, what do you expect), gas mileage is on par around 20-21 mpg, good power, very comfortable, and is overall a good looking car. Ive read up on these cars for a few years trying to learn about its problems, its Pros and Cons, and decided its worth the money if you take care of it just like any other car. My only gripe is you SHOULD feed it premium. I dont care what websites say that you can run 87 in it...In the end, it will just slow ly kill it. Gas is going up again, but I knew this when I bought it and will be willing to make sure it gets what is needed.

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  6-month checkup - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By erik glaser - April 2 - 1:43 am

  the handling is so good that the ride experience seems less exciting than say, the mustang; and it certainly would be nice to have a 5- or six-speed manual option; but take a glance down at the speedo. and realize that youre doing 95 when you swear it could only be 70- not shabby. negatives:1) the doors are CHEAP/LIGHT/CHATTERY 2)the Advanctrak, while it has probably saved my life, when disabled does NOT turn off the traction control at take-off, which leaves one at an initial disadvantage next to a... sports-car competitor; furthermore, the select- shift doesnt help with this 0-to- whatever limitation(it does, delightfully, help with manuevering around those ubiquitious left-lane Volvos).

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  Lincoln LS Luxury with attitude - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By Doug - October 6 - 4:30 am

  Prior to buying this vehicle the only concern I had was fuel economy. Turns out this car does well on long trips. Just did a drive from British Columbia to Yuma return. On the average I got approx. 26 MPG. If you use the power you pay the price. Hold it under 70 MPH and youll be happy. I bought this vehicle as a lease return I cannot find anything wrong with the car, however I took it in for some minor repairs and was pleased with my treatment from Ford. I have owned about 15 new Fords over the past 30 years. I am not the least disappointed in this car. It is a treat to drive & gets lots of compliments. Handles well in snow.

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  Good sports car - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By Eddie B - June 2 - 2:50 pm

  I purchased this 2005 LS used with 23000 miles on it. So far its been a fairly nice car to drive. I was however, expecting a bit more from a Lincoln. Im 60 years old and basically have always owned a sports car......3 T-birds in a row...... I wanted to move up to a more comfortable riding vehicle. The Lincoln doesnt ride as well as I would like it to. It is the best handling car Ive ever owned though and Ive had a few Corvettes in my time. All in all, for the price, its been very good so far.

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  Great buy, nice car - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By michaelait - October 16 - 10:36 pm

  I purchased this LS more or less blind. I went to the dealership looking at Fusions. The salesman showed this to me. I drove it and was impressed. A doctor had owned it, it is loaded, he left it very clean. I love the power of the v8 and the rear drive. The tranny is very smooth as is the acceleration. Seats, although flat, are comfortable. They are heated and cooled which is nice. The handling is exceptional, it has a very tight turning radius. It cruises very well at 85 and 90. I averaged 25.5 miles on a trip to Texas, which I thought was darned good for a v8. I have two complaints: the AM radio reception is weak, and I do experience some valve chatter during hard acceleration.

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  Oil LeakI - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By hughege - September 28 - 9:20 pm

  I took my LS to dealership regarding an oil leak problem on driveway at my home. I have 44500 miles now and still covered by warranty. The service advisor determined a recall item (hose) need replacement. Before driving off the lot, I saw a oil leak again. returned to service advisor pointing it out. He described it as a run off,after other fluids levels had been topped. I was not convinced and told him. He said drive it a few days if oil continues to leak to dealership. One week later oil puddle still on my driveway.

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  Fun but small - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By Kevin - April 20 - 12:40 am

  I love the look and feel of this car. It handles and performs very well. I didnt buy it for the gas milage but it is less then I expected even driving mildly around town (14-15mpg). It is not a comfortable car for a man my size to drive very far, (63" 250) But it is quiet and fun. The standard sound system is average.

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  Typical Car -- Audi A6 better! - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By Nirvana - March 8 - 11:40 pm

  The Lincoln LS is for the basic transportation, not luxurious as a Cadillac CTS or Audi A6. I had this car for a for a year, and gave me alot of problems. First off it rattled a lot, poor mileage, weak performance. Seats started to rip and tear off, typical Lincoln, you know? Very unreliable, if you think this car is cool, I dare you to test drive a 2005 Audi A6 3.2 Quattro and tell me you didnt enjoy it. I personally wouldnt recommend it, Its your money. Keep on reading.

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  Instr. Panel - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By John C - February 1 - 8:06 am

  I at times find that the speedodometer is very hard to see. It is subject not being bright enough to be seen with out a lot of strain. Other than this it is fine. You should not take your eyes off the road to read odometer.

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  Disappointing LS - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By Brendan - April 19 - 7:56 pm

  I purchased my 05 LS V6 used with 19000 miles on it with high hopes. I planned on keeping it for many years and was happy with the deal I got on it ($18795). About 6 months after purchasing this vehicle I had to have the transmission serviced for a shifting problem. The following winter I had the car in service 3 times for various problems(burning oil smell which turned out to be silinoid rails, a cracked throttle body and a leaking transmission hose). I owned the car for almost two years and am now forced to part with it because the warranty is almost gone and I was not smart enough to purchase an extended one up front(current cost $4100). Be ready for a car with high maintenence..