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Bring on a Mark 10
Derek, 08/22/2006
updated 04/17/2023
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
Car has 158,000 miles now. Engine still runs strong-car passes at will. Fuel economy in the city isn't great but will get 26mpg on the highway cruising at 80 mph with the climate control on maximum air. Sleek, fast and fun car to drive-especially on road trips. Transmission was rebuilt after 12 years with 130,000 miles. Front struts replaced at 115,000. A couple of batteries and a few sets of tires over the years but overall a very reliable car. Car is a 1993, with pearesant paint and every option available for the year. I may get another car one day but this one will never be sold or traded in my life time. April 2023 Car still goes strong. I don't drive it so much now except for an occasional road trip. Its almost an antique at this point. I did learn a few facts about the 1993 over the later cars. The 1993 has a solid drive shaft, others have a 3rd universal and as such the 1993 was governed to a top speed of 158mph by ford. 1994 and others are governed to only 124mph. These top speed limitations can be overcome by aftermarket but I don't go 158mph. My understanding of the reason for the later Mark VIII's are governed to a lower top speed is due to a harmonic issue with the 2 piece drive shaft. 1993's are also the only cars to have special shock absorbers in the rear with actuators that turn a perforated sleeve over another sleeve to adjust the fluid flow to add or reduce ride stiffness due to road quality. This apparently went away in 1994, probably did not work so well in colder climates is my guess for the set up being discontinued. Reliability update: One issue with the ECM after 194,000 miles needing replacement. Was difficult to find but found one at AUTOECMSTORE.com. Obviously I love this car and take great care of her so oil changes, another battery and a set of tires but still incredibly reliable for a car that is now 30 years old. Take care all
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10 Good Years
Jim Bell, 12/29/2008
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This car was purchased with 46k miles. I needed a good interstate cruiser to go out of state 400 miles each way on weekends. The Mark 8 performs well to this day. It is my opinion that this particular car is the closest that the Americans have come to Mercedes Benz in all catagories except cost. The Mark 8 stickered for about 42K. The fact that you can pick up a well maintained one for about 5K makes it one of the best deals around. Special features are aluminum components in the rear suspension and a composite hood to reduce weight.
Great Car !!
cyoulater, 03/26/2013
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Owned a 1972 Mark IV "Junk".. Later a Mark VII "Great !".. And then finally.. The Mark VIII .. And.. Here is my assement of the Mark VIII.. The Mark 8 is better than the 7 in every way except...... 3 Critical areas... Not sure how Lincoln Managed to do this.. But.. They did.. The Mark 7 has better seats, better headlights, and better Computer. The seats are the sad part since the Mark 8 handles better and the seats are not as good.. The Mark 7 has awesome seats !! The Mark 8 starting in 1997 also has better seats.. But... For the first 3 years of the Mark 8.. Well.. You can not see well at night and the computer functions are less, and the seats will not hold you in place .
Not the best
jason, 07/30/2009
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
This vehicle I would classify as OK. Mileage is good for large car. Good power. Lots of mechanical issues though. Mine has 125K actual miles on it now. Air ride is junk and was replaced with aftermarket coil over system. Headlights are useless as a candle in a hurricane. AC needs recharging every 6 months. Lots of front suspension issues. Brakes stink for this heavy of a car. Had a '96 mark at one time and it was first with the HID headlights and one burned out after warranty and it cost me over $800 to replace it. Best thing ford did was put this car to rest.
Greatest Car
greg_2575489, 04/13/2002
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Lincoln Mark VIII has been the greatest vehicle I have ever owned. This is the third Mark I have owned. The first one was totaled in a head on accident with 2000 Ford F150. The doors and interior was still in perfect condition. Both vehicles were traveling at 70 mph upon impact. My wife and two daughters, 1 & 3 were in the vehicle and was not injured at all. Wife sustained a burn from the airbag and the other driver had 2 broken legs, broken wrist, and head injuries. This vehicle is the safest car in my opinion. The Mark is the greatest car to drive and gets about 28 mpg.
fun, fast, beautiful
mikem, 09/19/2002
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My second Mark (had a VII LSC)and this one is much quicker, handles better, gets better gas mileage, is better built and the looks have grown on me to the point that I think it is as nice as a VII. I love the cockpit look of the interior, and the 4 overhead cams allow this thing to rev like a Honda. Many hop-up parts for 4.6 Mustangs work on this with modifications, and it has a huge trunk, so it has utilitarian virtues.
MARK VIII
STUNNA, 12/12/2002
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My only complaint about my MARK VIII is that the transmissions are known to have problems. The specifics of my transmission problems was the torque converter, approx. $1300 to fix!
Ten years old and still running strong!!
therock0051, 02/11/2003
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had my Mark VIII for almost a year now and it is the greatest car I have ever been in. The car is fast, comfortable, and very elegant. I love this car, and it is a great bjy for the money.
My 93 Lincoln MKVIII
Ken Wheeler , 10/12/2004
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
love the car it gets up n goes,great handling, n superior sound system with 10 dis cd changer in trunk !
loved it!
huaah, 08/02/2006
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car when it was 3 years old in 1996 and have enjoyed every minute I've owned it, very few mechanical problems and a blast to drive, still looks great, timeless styling, 19 mpg average with the 8 cylinder. this car was a winner and they should have never stopped making it.
Wow what a champ
Fonzie, 12/25/2006
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Picked this up the other day with only 65k on engine and transmission. Very comfortable, awesome ride, very fast. Good highway gas mileage, city not too bad either. My first car and I love it.
My Lincoln
william herrera, 03/12/2008
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a fun car to drive. I love the sound of it and the acceleration is so nice. The interior is like sleek and sharp. Being in it I feel protected and I feel that every body else respects me because of what I have. I`ll buy another one if I have to or if I find a good deal.
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darth bri, 06/09/2003
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
very fast car for it's size, i have only had problems with the trans, and the air ride once in the 10 years i have owned it, it has 178,459 miles on it and still running strong.
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
Jeff Velie, 04/29/2002
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Hard to find knowledgable mechanic.
Great Car, just tired of looking at it!
Shirley Jester, 06/18/2002
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car was a good purchase and I am completely happy with it. It rides great, looks great, and about the only major problem I had with it was with the brakes. It sems that they were defective when purchased. The car is a little dated now, (it has a casette and not a cd player) and it's time to move on. Basiclly, I am just tired of looking at it. I wish that Licoln made a bus.
I'll Take Two Please
markmanmatt, 07/30/2002
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall, a very high quality car when taking into consideration a first model year run (for Ford). A couple of mechanical and electrical snags (e.g. transmission, power windows and seats, multi-funtion switches, etc.), but nothing the warranty couldn't handle. An extended service contract is highly recommended. It's comfortable on long trips and nice to get around town. I liked it enough to want to buy a second!
Mark8 in Canada
McDonald, 04/17/2002
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
To improve traction and handling I removed the factor standard tires.A set of Toyo Garit HT was purchased! Replaced right rear wheel bearing,found a cracked rear hub on spindles.No other physical damaged noticed.
Great Car
John, 02/22/2008
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My step-dad bought this car new and it was money well spent. I picked it up used for $3000 and have loved it since. My only gripe is the gas prices these days, but my foot probably has something to do with my consumption. Aside from that it's a fabulous car I'm proud to drive.
That's my baby
Riv, 12/16/2006
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was the third owner of this vehicle and bought it in November,1997 from an individual who took excellent care. I enjoy driving this car. The pick up and passing is excellent. Steering and brake are good. The car had 76,000 miles when I bought it and as of 12/06 the powertrain has given me no trouble and drives like new at 240,000 miles.
Mark VIII
dcook530, 04/18/2003
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excellent vehicle. No complaints. Still don't understand why Lincoln stopped the Mark series. The current LS is not a suitable substitute. Nice vehicle but looks like all the others.
great car
dnast, 04/22/2003
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a really great car. It goes really fast. The only problem is that it uses alot of gas and the leather is cracking.
Niccum's Mark vIII
tom niccum, 03/23/2002
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car, good ride, super design inside and out
What a Car
Betty Maclay, 01/05/2004
1993 Lincoln Mark VIII 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
A little old (80) lady drives to Church and to volinteer at CC Hospital. No wrecks, no salt, always in garge or under cover. V8