Overview & Reviews
Lincoln's sport sedan goes into 2003 with more than 500 changes. The V8 sports 28 more horsepower, while the V6 benefits from a 12-horsepower increase. Both engines are controlled by drive-by-wire throttle, and drink slightly less fuel than their 2002 counterparts. Unfortunately, Lincoln decided to kill the five-speed manual that was available with the V6. Meanwhile, the rack and pinion steering has been improved, and Lincoln says it has softened the ride without degrading the car's handling abilities. In terms of safety, Lincoln has added a BrakeAssist function, side curtain airbags (late availability) and power-adjustable pedals. As on the 2003 Jaguar S-Type, a new electronically activated parking brake improves the stowage capability of the center console. Also on the inside, you'll find vastly improved interior materials for the seat and dash, along with little touches like one-touch up and down front windows and a host of new options. Outside you'll find slightly altered fascias front and rear and a host of new wheel choices.
- Confident steering and handling, choice of either a V6 or V8 engine, comfortable and roomy interior, clean exterior design.
- No manual transmission, build quality lags behind German and Japanese competitors.
User Reviews:
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Great Improvement over 2001 - 2003 Lincoln LS
By drcaveman - June 8 - 10:00 amI just picked up my V8 premium sport so realiabilty is more based on the safety recall for imporperly heat treated wheels, and transmission that wont shift smootly into third after 1500 miles. To sum this car up in one easy statement. It Rides like a Lincoln and Handles like a BMW. There are still a few points that remind me that I am in an American, which is not a bad thing. For example, Great low end torgue, a super smooth ride, and lots of neat features, that dont overwhelm IE BMWs I drive.
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Superb blend of ride, handling, luxury - 2003 Lincoln LS
By Londine - April 21 - 10:00 amSmooth shifting tranny, ample torque let you slot into any hole in traffic -- easily. Slick NAV. VERY easy, nice birds-eye view split-screen, voice prompts and voice commands. Impressive sound system. Quiet cabin. High winds dont affect the car at all, at any speed. Excellent steering feel. You sense the road texture, but no harshness or vibration gets thru. Fingertip-light at parking lot speeds (a big thing for my wife, who has arthritis), but nicely firmer at speed. Seating position very comfortable. Im 6, but had plenty of headroom, even with the moonroof, and with the seat adjusted high. Clean, elegant lines will age well.
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Noise and Brake Hell - 2003 Lincoln LS
By C. Murias - April 7 - 8:50 pmSince I bought the car I had to have the front brake pads replaced, transmission fixed, back window fixed and recently the front hub barring, with only 35K miles. Before I had the brakes replaced they squealed and after the brakes were replaced they squealed and continue to squeal. My brake pedal itself makes a rubbery squeaky noise, which the dealer has told me there is nothing wrong. After taking it in about 5 times, they tell me that this is a common problem and known defect and there is nothing they can do about it. I would not recommend this car, especially if you do not want to have a car in the shop all the time. It is nice to have maintenance free car, but come on.
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AMERICAN EXCITEMENT - 2003 Lincoln LS
By FLOYD TURLEY - March 3 - 10:00 amI LOVE DRIVING THIS CAR. IT SIMPLY MAKES ME FEEL GOOD WHEN IM BEHIND THE WHEEL. THE STYLE IS NICE, THE EXHAUST NOTE IS SWEET, THE HANDLING IS GREAT.THE DOWN SHIFTS ARE A LITTLE SLOW HOWEVER. ALL AND ALL IT IS A GREAT CAR. IF I WAS TO DO IT OVER AGAIN I WOULD SAVE UP THE EXTRA FUNDS TO BUY THE V8 MODEL. THE V6 IS STILL GREAT FOR MY BUDGET.
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Never buy again - 2003 Lincoln LS
By VALENCIA EPPS - February 7 - 3:53 pmI also made the mistake of buying this car and had continuous problems from the brakes to the a/c unit. My car stayed in the shop, and I was told it would be replaced because of so many problems. The car was never replaced. So I was stuck with some problems never being fixed and some additional problems later. Parts coming loose was devastating. I will never buy another Ford or Lincoln from this experience. My automatic lights are not working properly at this time among some other things.
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Sassy Car - 2003 Lincoln LS
By Heltonkj - January 7 - 2:00 amGreat car, I purchased a black on black and get tons of comments on the car-all positive. I love driving the car and it handles well; except it is missing front wheel drive and unfortunately I purchased the car on a winter that we received 12 plus inches of snow in one day and it does not handle well at all compared to the Taurus that I had in snow. It actually did well up to 6 inches of snow tho. The car runs so quiet folks dont even know that the engine is running.
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It stole my heart! - 2003 Lincoln LS
By Sweet-C-Phil - November 1 - 10:00 amIm a small business owner and expect the most value for every dollar I spend. After the minor problems I had with my first LS (2000), I swore Id never buy another though over all, the car isnt that bad. Well lookie lookie! Here I am driving another one and I must say, Ive been swept off my feet! Everything about this car is great. I feel safe and secure in this vehicle and it turns a lot of heads too! I call mine "Black Beauty!" Im glad I picked Lincoln again! I swear I can see and feel all 500 improvements on this car! My husband gets nervous when I drive "His" car. Not because he thinks Ill damage it, he thinks I may NEVER come home!
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HUGE leaps in build quality - 2003 Lincoln LS
By dt1963 - September 25 - 2:00 amThe 03 LS represents major improvements in build quality. The interior materials are VASTLY better. The increased HP in the V8 is quite apparent. I traded in my 02 so was able to compare the new model back-to- back with the old. Quite impressive!
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power at the drop of a hat - 2003 Lincoln LS
By HEB - August 3 - 10:00 amnice riding car with just the right amount of class. sound system is fitting for this car.I had a 2001 and now i love the 2003 even more.
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Works for both short wife & tall husband - 2003 Lincoln LS
By Kirk - August 3 - 10:00 amWeve had the car for a couple months now and its so much fun to drive. Our son drives a 97 Mustang GT manual and this LS could probably beat it in every driving category. The LS has "balance" that the GT just doesnt have. The real-wheel drive together with independent rear suspension really make a difference. Under "severe" conditions I always feel confident in the LS; where in the GT there are many times that I have to "back-off". Lincoln has done a good job in making the suspension, brakes, & wheels very light so that the car absorbs these bumps without transferring the force into the steering wheel or drivers seat.
