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Used 2004 Lincoln Aviator Ultimate AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
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2.25 out of 5 stars

Poor Quality: Cylinder, Transmission and AC Problems

natefromaz, Phoenix, AZ, 09/17/2011
Lincoln Aviator Ultimate AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful

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. Don't buy Ford!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

not a crossover, Awd Truck&Mustang

darthdaddy, 06/18/2013
Lincoln Aviator Ultimate AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful

the best midsize suv in the bussiness , mine has been a complete pleasure since i bought it used in 08 with 111km.. now that she has 240k as if same as new i swear it (with some dash lights lit ). i do my maintanance tho , frequent oil changes is a must if you love her or she pings & cries . @ close to 185 to 200k my cats gave me all kind of symptoms like bucking and hesitating to accelerat witch set me on a long expensive adventure with plugs and more pluggs .. since the 3 catylytic change at 205k she has been great & never any other problem .. even the hypitch in the rear diff i bought it with, did go away by itself after some month of me racing the beast .. but also an awsome family truck

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5 out of 5 stars

Lincoln Aviator

Lilith, 09/19/2003
Lincoln Aviator Ultimate AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Have had quite a few higher end SUV's including the big Lexus. The ride is FAR superior. The interior is absolutely beautiful. Everyone that drives in it is very impressed with the clean styling. I have horses, and use it to tow. It surpasses every other vehicle I have had for it's towing capabilites, without having the extra length of the really big SUV's. It's a great all around vehicle, from carpooling, to the grocery store, to going out to dinner, to going to a horse show, all with style and elegance.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

aviator bad experience

enrique gioni, 08/27/2003
Lincoln Aviator Ultimate AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

i have a problem with the differential.It is whinning starting at 45 miles and hour and increasing up to 75.They change the part at 3600 miles and now(6300 miles)i experience the same problem.Dealer says there is not a solution and that Ford is working on it but don't know how long will take.Too bad.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Intelligent Design defines Aviator

valuehunter, 08/14/2003
Lincoln Aviator Ultimate AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The Aviator is an intelligently designed mid-sized SUV with class- leading functionality and performance. The exterior and interior design is simply superb. With few exceptions, the fit and finish of both the interior and exterior are on par with the best that the Japanese and Germans have to offer. The problem with the Aviator is that most people willing to spend 40k plus for a midsized SUV want the cache that goes along with a Japanese or Gernman moniker. That is too bad, because the Aviator really packs world- class luxury, functionaliy and performance. This is the first American car I have ever owned and I must say that I am very pleased.

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