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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  Sport is the word for Lincoln LS! - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By LS Sport - July 31 - 10:56 am

  I was all set to buy a new Lincoln Town Car, but once I stepped behind the wheel of my Lincoln LS Sport car, I was sold! My new Lincoln LS Sport drives like a Shelby Mustang, and shifts like a Ferrarri. The suspension truly gives it sports car road feel. The instrument cluster is not cluttered and easy to view. The leather wrapped steering wheel is nice to grasp and holds easy on the curve, noting that there is little sway on turns, especially at higher speeds. By combining sport features with luxury, Ford has another great product in this little Lincoln.

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  Never AGAIN!!!! - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By Rocky - July 23 - 6:26 pm

  Big disappointment. 2 major transmission failures in 17,000 miles. Power rear windows work when they want to. Horrible gas mileage.

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  4 wheel perfection - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By Bilbo - July 20 - 10:26 pm

  Amazingly smooth, faster than the CTS I drove, better materials than the Mercedes 430S, better road tests/handling than a 540i and a LOT more reliable than my neighbors Lexus. (ZERO repairs in 100K miles and just did my first tune up and sealed coolant change as designed) AND for $36K off the lot! What an amazing car! (At track days we hit 139 mph on the 17 inch Michelins - do not tell me insurance agent plz!) and other than adding an upgraded ceramic brake pad the car performs like the Jaguar S type (engine/trans and chassis/brakes are the same) but is a sleeper in subtle but classy style. Beat Lexus for JD Powers delivery awards in 2005. PLEASE keep building them like this!

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  LS - More fun than I thought - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By Jeffrey D Bryant - June 7 - 3:06 pm

  My daily round trip commute is about 100 miles. Accordingly, my main car, a 2004 Porsche 911, was not entirely practical for the commute - especially in stop and go traffic. The LS appealed to me as a mid-size sedan with a V8 - that was affordable (OK - if I had not already sprung for the Porsche - a BMW V8 would be in the garage - but I do have a marriage to maintain). It has delivered far more than expected 0 - 80 is fun - nice engine sound. Handling is also much better than expected. I was expecting a V8 Taurus with upscale trim so I am all around happier than I thought I would be. I arrive at work comfortable and relaxed. For the money, I do not think I could be more pleased.

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  My LS - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By My Lincoln LS - June 5 - 7:23 pm

  I purchased this Lincoln LS after owning Mercury Grand Marquis for 20 years. At first when I got into this car I felt a little awkward - it was smaller. Oh But just a few test drives and it caught me, with the beauty, the go, the style and one thing that I have always like and that was rear wheel drive. When I was looking to purchase I had looked and test drove the Grand Marquis, Ford 500, Mercury Montego and the Buick LaCross - non made me feel as comfortable in it like this one did.

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  "Warning" Prospective Lincoln Owner - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By Rosie - May 4 - 2:00 am

  I purchased a Lincoln new. 3 months after the manufacturers warranty expired and only 46,500 miles driven, I started experiencing problems; first the ignition coils($600 aftermarket), the air conditioner($400), parking brakes, brake rotors, pvc tube, etc. I wrote Ford-Lincoln numerous times, but they have refused to take responsibility. Dont be deceived, after more research, Others have experienced the same problems. These are common problems with the Lincoln models, I dont understand why there have not been a recall?

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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..

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  Best Sleeper in its Class - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By Todd - January 24 - 8:13 am

  This car is amazing. The perfomance and handling are a major surprise. I am extremely pleased with the smooth ride and handling characteristics at highway speed.

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  disappointed - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By JR - November 2 - 12:53 am

  I still like the look of this car and it is fun to drive when it works. Seem to have constant problems with it and nothing is ever inexpensive to fix. Just spent over three weeks going between a mechanic and Ford trying to figure out what was wrong (it would miss while idling). We think it is finally fixed after replacing all the boots and coils. I am not trusting that we wont have more problems soon. Our regular mechanic wont touch it. We tried to sell it and no one wants it even though the interior and exterior is in excellent condition. I thought I was getting a high end, high quality car. I have owned several Fords before. I am now questioning if I want to every buy another Ford.

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  Quality at an affordable price - 2005 Lincoln LS
  By luckyjackg - September 24 - 7:10 am

  Having had similiar type automobiles, I was pleasantly surprised by the handling and pick up this Lincoln had. It handles like a car half its size. People have commented that I must be doing extremely well in life, as the car looks very expensive. It has been confused with a Jaguar (same platform).