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5 out of 5 stars

Lincoln LS 2002 Premium

Lincoln LS Fan, 03/17/2006
2002 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

My 2002 Lincoln LS, Premium, has been very reliable, comfortable, and enjoyaalbe. The most impressive aspect of the LS is its superior handling characteristics, especially in cornering and emergency avoidance maneuvers. The LS's Advance Trac system combined with winter tires enables the vehicle to climb all of Pittsburgh's snowy hills without trouble. The performance from the V6 is more than adequate, and the transmission shifts smoothly and flawlessly, even in our hilly terrain. After owning very acceptable vehicles such as Avalons and Camrys, I strongly believe the Lincoln LS is the most reliable and enjoyable vehicle I have owned.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

The Mafia Mobile

Thad Stovall, 01/23/2003
2002 Lincoln LS LSE 4dr Sedan (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This car is a wonderful driving experience. It turns heads everywhere I go, even when I'm in a drive through to get a burger. I call it the mafia mobile, for I had the LSE's windows tinted, and it has the mysterious, yet seductive look about it. The power is satisfactory. The exterior design is one of the most beautiful cars on the road. The interior is nice, too, but the glove compartment and inside storage leave much to be desired in size. I have driven a Jaguar S Type. Even though that is a prestigious, nice automobile, I cannot see how it is 10 K better.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Makes Driving Fun Again

ver2us, 06/21/2003
2002 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

This is the first Lincoln product I have ever purchased. (won't be the last) It is so much fun to drive, I find myself looking for excuses to do so. The car is absolutely beautiful, I have had lots of admiring looks. Nice, quiet interior, comfy seats. I feel very safe in this car. Oh, and did I mention it is fun to drive?

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love my LS!

I LOVE MY LS!, 03/16/2010
2002 Lincoln LS Sport 4dr Sedan (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Bought my LS about 5 years ago and have had absolutely NO problems at all and I love it..Handles well, excellent gas mileage (24-27 MPG) and is very comfortable and fun to drive. Would recommend it! Have had several FORD/LINCOLN products and they have all been excellent cars/trucks! No Problems!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

A hidden jaguar

roman_capps, 06/11/2013
2002 Lincoln LS Sport 4dr Sedan (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

A great friend of mine has a 2002 Lincoln LS but the engine is the 4.0 jag engine which isn't compatible with the transmission which holds up surprisingly. The person before us was a complete idiot of putting a jag engine in it. But it is B-E-A utiful it rides like a calm sea current they interior is greatly put together some cracks in the seats and window controls blemishes it. I have never , never have found such beauty in a car much rather something built by ford. I automatically feel in love with it when I drove even though it was stuck in over drive 1. lovely just lovely, but always get a car fax report when making a used car purchase you may never know what you find !

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3.5 out of 5 stars

What a dissapointment!

John, 07/10/2009
2002 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

I was so happy when i purchased my LS because i always admired the car since Lincoln introduced the car in 2000, but that would be short lived. The LS has major issues! After a month of ownership, i had to pay $450 to replace the multi-function switch because my signal lights were acting up. Second, i had a engine misfire (which is a common problem on this vehicle) had to replace 3rd coil, all spark plugs and both value covers which cost $1100. Last, my airbag light came on and it cost another $1000 to repair. I took the car to the Ford dealership for service and repair. After 1 year ownership of the vehicle, i had to pay $2500 in non- maintance repair. Stay Away from Ford/Lincoln and the LS.

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4 out of 5 stars

The car is not bad

Kyie, 08/25/2008
2002 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The car is beautiful inside and out. Always receives compliments. Here are my gripes: just like eveone else is saying, the lenses get foggy. The transmission works, but it shifts like something is wrong with it. This car is not made to be serviced by the owner. No way to check the tranny fluid or replenish the a/c without bringing it to the dealership. Its hard to find a service manual as well. Last but not least, the radio contols on the steering wheel sometimes malfunction. I would never pay top dollar for the car, but if the price is right, good deal.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Sports Coupe in a Sedans Body

RazorUte, 01/04/2008
2002 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I recently purchased this vehicle and really have enjoyed it. I swore that I would never buy a Ford. Well....this is the best Ford I have ever sat in. It is fun and has plenty of stock power. Handling is great. The radio and cruise controls on the steering wheel don't always function properly. A few other issues but overall this a great car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Happy Lincoln Owner

DinoDon, 06/04/2002
2002 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Absolutey a kick to drive, drives like a large sports car. It is extremely tight and quiet, and we love the throaty sound of the V6. Don't need the v8 and I have raced cars. The ultimate sports luxury car. We tested bmw, lexus, accura, and others, but this was the best bang for the buck.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Ego Driven

Sparkyhsd, 04/07/2002
2002 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

@ 17500 mi in 8mos, I have to say I am quite impressed. Yes, the bugs had to be worked out of it due to poor vendors picked by Ford, but the car is a sleeper, 135mph on I-75 felt like just 75mph. Extremely comfortable. Transmission shifting needs to be corrected,, to much delay, & Wind noises in the windows cant be fixed. BEST HANDLING CAR I HAVE EVER DRIVEN FOR THE WEIGHT..WOW!!

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