Overview & Reviews

Lincoln juggles the Town Car's trim levels again this year; the base car is now the Signature, and the Signature Limited represents the loaded version. A Signature L fills the long-wheelbase slot for 2005. (Another long-wheelbase Town Car, the Executive L, is available but it is restricted to commercial fleet sales only.) The navigation radio option now includes a THX-certified audio system and satellite radio compatibility. Additionally, a new two-spoke steering wheel debuts this year.

• Roomy interior, quiet cabin, throaty V8 engine, huge trunk, availability of a long-wheelbase model.

• Interior looks ancient compared to equivalently priced European and Japanese luxury sedans, poor resale value.

User Reviews:

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  My Car - 2005 Lincoln Town Car
  By Flatlander - August 27 - 8:00 am

  I love this car. It rides like it is floating, bumps are hardly felt. On our trip last year we had 28 MPG overall. I want a new Town Car but I only have 23000 miles on this one, so I will wait a few more years.

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  05 Town Car Signature - 2005 Lincoln Town Car
  By Fridge - August 9 - 10:26 pm

  This is a great highway cruiser. When taking long trips, or even short trips, its comfort cannot be matched. Fuel economy is decent for a large V-8 at about 23 MPG on the highway. Riding around town though, this car is big to park and can be hard to maneuver. Some of the fit and finish coulde be better too, for a car in this price range. Center caps on the wheels did not hold up at all, and had to be replaced, but that was largely a cosmetic concern. Chrome molding strips turn brown in the winter, which the dealer tells me is "normal." I dont know about that, but it does wash off.

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  My 12th Lincoln - 2005 Lincoln Town Car
  By stgcret - July 24 - 11:06 pm

  This vehicle is very easy to get in and out of. The Signature Limited is the ticket. I am only missing the moonroof, which I dont really care about anyway. If you have to be in traffic, you will love the comfort and the dual a/c. I had 2 1997s (last year of old body style) and really had my reservations when the 98s came out, but the 2005 was pretty much redone. I agree that it needs more horsepower, maybe a 5.4 or turbo 4.6 somewhere in the range of 300 HP. The 238 HP is lacking when you got to get around a slower vehicle. The Towncar has always has been a great roadtrip vehicle. It could use less plastic in the interior...and it does use 87 octane gas.

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  The Antithesis of my BMW... in a good way! - 2005 Lincoln Town Car
  By 1speedbike - April 1 - 9:08 am

  I currently own a modified turbo BMW but I wanted a classy, comfortable and reliable car that I can just drive without attracting (the wrong) attention. The TC delivers because its just the opposite of my BMW. Relaxed (not lazy) large V8 vs high strung turbo 6. Soft comfy suspension vs stiff "feel every bump" coil-overs. Easy to work on, cheap parts vs convoluted (genius though it may be) design with expensive parts. While my 2-door BMW is truly a great sports car, and I love everything about it, sometimes I just want to CHILL OUT while driving. The trunk easily swallows a mini-fridge and more, and RWD is always a win for me. 160K w only minor issues. I love both cars for different reasons

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  Great car for my dad - 2005 Lincoln Town Car
  By Sven - December 12 - 3:53 pm

  My 80 year old dad had a minor accident that totaled his Buick. Put him in a used Town Car with only 31,000 miles for $15000. He and mom love this car. It is easy to drive and very comfortable. Dad has been impressed with the gas mileage and says that this is the best car he has ever owned. The people at their church think that he must have won the lottery. His last car cost more and was not nearly as plush. It runs very smooth and has plenty of power. I also enjoy driving the car, putting 6000 miles on it on a cross country drive with 4 people and luggage and still got 24 MPG. It is much more fun to drive than my brothers Lexus and much easier to get in and out of, very nice ride.

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  New Lincoln Buying Mistake - 2005 Lincoln Town Car
  By Merck - September 29 - 6:16 pm

  The car is sluggish and transmission hesitates when pushed down to pass or when needed to come up hills. It does the same when using the Remote Control. The car seems to be in a wind tunnel after 30 miles per hour. The hissing sound coming from the drivers side is very annoying and together with the Michelin tires whining noise makes a long drive not too appealing. As you can see mileage is very low (4200). I use my wifes 95 Chevrolet Corsica more often than the Lincoln! Another thing is that the car sways everytime wind hits it on its side. Im planning trading this car in for another make. Im totally unhappy with my 2004 Lincoln. Should have leased instead of buying.

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  a very safe and comfortable car - 2005 Lincoln Town Car
  By arthur allen - September 16 - 7:16 am

  this lincoln towncar signature limited is one of the safest auto I have owned the back up alarm is worth having above all other extras. it drive like a boat is as comfortable as dream I love every thing about it please dont change the looks of the car because you just got there in 2005. best looks in a long time keep it a while . I rate this car as excellent. ala

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  I love the car - 2005 Lincoln Town Car
  By Chet Jarosz - July 20 - 11:33 pm

  This my second Town car, I had a 2003 previously. Prior to this, I had two Lincoln Continentals. The Town car is a very comfortable, quiet car for long trips. I also feel safe in the car. Its also very useful for transporting my golf buddies and the four golf bags. They also like the car. I never looked at another car. It was the Lincoln Town Car all the way.

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  lincoln town car - 2005 Lincoln Town Car
  By thomas myers - April 14 - 8:23 pm

  i purchased this car new. the performance and economy for a car this size and weight, looks, craftmaship, quietness, comfort are all important to me. this car has been a delight to own and drive. i have noticed the ford dealership has striven to do everything possibe to keep me happy and they have.

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  2005 Town Car - Love it - 2005 Lincoln Town Car
  By GPM - March 23 - 4:33 am

  I purchased my 05 TC in 2007, with only 23K miles, so I got a steal of a deal. Would recommend purchasing used as such to allow for depreciation. I love this car, especially the newly designed grille--very striking and elegant, unlike the 99-02 jelly bean model. This new grille has teeth and can be a menacing sight when viewed from anothers reaw view mirror.