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Who want to buy a motor and transmission for 1500 but you have to take them out of the car your self you can come drive the car to where ever you want after paying me
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2005 Mercury Grand Marquis Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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In 2005, the Grand Marquis was twenty-five years old and Mercury's best selling car with more than 2.7 million sold between 1975 and 2003. Upgraded in 1998 and comprehensively made over in 2003, the Marquis represents an era when the American highway cruiser ruled the roads: V8 automatic, rear wheel drive, seats six - more or less comfortably, cavernous trunk, and the handling characteristics of a land barge.
The Grand Marquis boasts high safety scores, the only car for the last nine years to achieve a government five-star rating for driver and front passenger frontal cash tests. Recently, it has won five-stars in the new rollover tests. When equipped with side air bags it also earns a five star rating in side-impact testing. Reviewers recommend the optional traction control for snow country residents. Yet, some of the competition has a few more airbags available. The Chrysler 300, for example, also offers electronic stability control - not available on the Grand Marquis - as standard equipment.
Handling remains traditional American barge: soft, wallowing through corners, mediocre braking distances, and floating over the highway with bumps only adding to that sensation. The 4.6-liter V8 and its four speed automatic transmission are also throw backs to another era, their performance leaving a lot to be desired. Yet, for long trips and round the town drives, the handling and performance, like its Crown Victoria cousin, proves adequate. However, the average 17 mpg might not find many owners satisfied with "adequate" in these days of high gas prices.
The interior has plenty of room and provides a fairly quiet but bland habitat. Two-tone paint, chrome wheels, a new steering wheel, and interior touches are new for 2005. While the competition has forged ahead with V6 engines, upscaled interiors and electronics, and tighter handling the Grand Marquis sails on as a relic of the "golden age" of American highway cruising.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
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by Anderson M
Aug 09, 2023
I just love this car for the room/interior space and you cant break it. own 2 and looking for another. Been driving a Grand Marquis for 22 years and counting, dont intend to stop any time soon.
Aug 09, 2023
by Joseph D
Aug 04, 2022
Great vechicle. Runs very well. Decent gas mileage.Aug 04, 2022
by Cliff M
Feb 25, 2022
Nice and comfortable sedan, powerful 8 cylinders and great gas mileage. What is missing is newer models, the style has been cancelled from the marketFeb 25, 2022
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by Anderson M
Aug 09, 2023
I just love this car for the room/interior space and you cant break it. own 2 and looking for another. Been driving a Grand Marquis for 22 years and counting, dont intend to stop any time soon.
Aug 09, 2023
by Joseph D
Aug 04, 2022
Great vechicle. Runs very well. Decent gas mileage.Aug 04, 2022
by Cliff M
Feb 25, 2022
Nice and comfortable sedan, powerful 8 cylinders and great gas mileage. What is missing is newer models, the style has been cancelled from the marketFeb 25, 2022
by Jose N
Feb 24, 2022
Car was super clean as well as almost everything working good Feb 24, 2022
by Michael C
Sep 14, 2021
Its Good Car !! Its Nice looking !! ThanksSep 14, 2021
by Kelly K
Nov 30, 2020
Dependable, reliable, forever stylish! Definitely one of the best vehicles Ford put on the market.Nov 30, 2020
by Mark P
Sep 25, 2020
I had a 04 Crown Vic, best car I ever owned. Put 250,000 miles on it and except for routine maintenance, never had a problem.Sep 25, 2020
by Demarious B
Aug 23, 2020
I like it its very nice and cool drive smoothAug 23, 2020
by Rabiaa H
Feb 19, 2015
I was expecting more power from this V8, but it felt more like a V6. 0-60 10sec. It has traction control, very helpful in rainy conditions. Overall this car is very fun to drive around with, if you're hanging out with friends or family.Feb 19, 2015
by Anonymous
Dec 10, 2013
All in all a great work horse of a car with a touch of class, Great storage in trunk for a full size tire & luggage as well, the gas mileage is amazing for its size & weight.Dry handleing is great wet is not as good, you should enjoy this car.Dec 10, 2013
by Anonymous
May 16, 2011
It doesn't accelerate as smooth as I would like. But it's easy to handle and the brakes are great. One of the most comfortable cars I've ever owned. My only compaint is the gas mileage, only gets 18-20 mpg. I love driving this car!!!May 16, 2011
by Bill D
Mar 20, 2010
Overall, I like it. Not particularly fond of new style flasher panel or the airflow control board to direct air to desired vents. Have replaced 2 flashers ($$$$) and need the airflow control board ($$$$$$$$$$$). Good mileage, comfortable ride, classic big FoMoCo styling!Mar 20, 2010
by Anonymous
Nov 05, 2009
Why more people are not tuned into this kind of quality is a mystery. Rides strong, tight and dreamy, and always feels safe, maybe partially because of its low center of gravity. Comfort beyond what smaller cars are capable of providing, what with its big 1st class airline type seats. On the highway, I'm getting 29 mpg without trying too hard. And believe it or not, with the rack and pinion steering, it even feels a bit sporty sometimes. Best of all, it's made here in North America.Nov 05, 2009
by Abdul S
Jul 25, 2008
Mercury Grand Marquis, LS Ultimate.
Full Automatic, Full Options, crouse control, 4 air bags, digital Odometer, Digital touch AC, V8, 4700cc, ABS, Gold color outside, leather seats, full electric seats control, 6 CD Changer, Keyless entry, wide and so comfortable during driving, but it does not have a sun roofJul 25, 2008
by Hans C
Mar 19, 2008
Big and bloated, and with a V8 that guzzles a lot of fuel. The interior is spacious, but not relative to its exterior size. So much space is wasted for the engine compartment and trunk. In terms of packaging, it is poorly laid out by modern standards. This 80s era Panther platform has been upgraded and refined over the years. Still, many full sized sedans run circles around it, including Ford's own Five Hundred and Taurus. But at least its body on frame design give it a strong floor pan to compensate for excessive body flexing. As a result, this sedan can tow a large boat.
Mar 19, 2008
by Paul K
Jan 02, 2008
Very nice car with everything thrown at it you could need. Too nice for a rental car!Jan 02, 2008
by Anonymous
Aug 29, 2007
All around good quality car. Plenty of room, good power, and not too bad on gas mileage.Aug 29, 2007
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battery light Comes on and off.. Any idea what it might be
I have a 2005 Grand Marquis and the battery light Comes on and off while driving but it doesn't stall out or anything.. It actually runs really good... I just changed the spark plugs to platinum plugs and put the big brass battery connectors and still dose it. I also had the alternator and battery checked and everything seems good with both.. Any idea what it might be?
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does a 2005 grand marquee have OBD
does a 2005 grand marquee have OBD
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Check engine light
I have 2005 mercury Marquis if my car is at idle for any length of time the check engine light comes on. After a few days it will go away. I did ck gas cap earlier. Any ideas?
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How do I go about checking a key chip?
The theft light flashes quickly when the key is in the "ON" position. My understanding is that there is a fault related to the PATS system. I have one key; a non original key. Is there an alternative than to take my vehicle to dealer or locksmith to have it programmed with a dealer type scanner?
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2005 Mercury Grand Marquis Pricing
Original MSRP
$25,335 to $31,390Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather and wood
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: wood
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent