2008 Lincoln Town Car Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Write a reviewIts origins hearken back to 1920s chauffeur driven luxury sedans, and in this modern age of burly family haulers and small economy cars, the 2008 Lincoln Town Car stands out like some anachronistic relic of a bygone century. Yet it remains one of America's most popular (and most expensive) luxury sedans, and the only full-size American-made sedan to offer rear-wheel drive. Used most often as a fleet or limo today, the 2008 Town Car gets no new additions this year, but does lose the optional navigation system.
The Town Car boasts first-in-class head, shoulder, and hip room in its five-seater sedan. The 21 cubic foot trunk also leads the category, and indeed it is its boat-like roominess and high-end comfort that appeals to owners. For 2008, the Town Car comes in two trims -- the Signature Limited and the Signature L, with the L adding six more inches of length and wheelbase, increasing legroom from 40 to 45 inches. The L also offers more rear seat amenities, such as heated seats, a folding armrest with storage compartment, and audio controls. A 4.6-liter, 239-hp V8 is matched to a 4-speed automatic with overdrive, delivering 15/22 mpg and a smooth and quiet ride, which is what people look for in a luxury sedan. To Ford's credit, the engine is available as a flex-fuel option.
Combining luxury and safety, the 2008 Town Car can claim to have achieved five stars in all five categories of the NHTSA crash tests. ABS brakes, traction control, parking assist, and dual front airbags help achieve this rating. Standard convenience features include power seats, leather upholstery, power-adjustable pedals, keypad entry, real walnut trim, and a power trunk lid. The 2008 Town Car rates high in the all the right luxury sedan categories, such as space, comfort, and a quiet ride. The lack of stability control and some poor rear visibility issues are the major complaints. Owners also say that the look and feel of the sedan is somewhat outdated, signaling that it might not be too long before the Town Car goes the way of the LP record and rotary phone.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2008 Lincoln Town Car
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by Curtis H
Dec 28, 2024
Iconic for a reason, seriously as comfortable as sitting on high quality couch. Last of and pinnacle of old school luxury cars!Dec 28, 2024
by Dave R
Jul 30, 2024
They are a very good reliable car. Lots of features and solid construction. Although dated I personally like this series. Jul 30, 2024
by Aleks K
Jul 20, 2023
love it - love it - love it - love it - love itJul 20, 2023
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by Curtis H
Dec 28, 2024
Iconic for a reason, seriously as comfortable as sitting on high quality couch. Last of and pinnacle of old school luxury cars!Dec 28, 2024
by Dave R
Jul 30, 2024
They are a very good reliable car. Lots of features and solid construction. Although dated I personally like this series. Jul 30, 2024
by Aleks K
Jul 20, 2023
love it - love it - love it - love it - love itJul 20, 2023
by Ed P
Nov 06, 2022
great car luxury fun comfortable quick solid reliable quiet Nov 06, 2022
by Kevin B
Oct 08, 2021
The pictures were nice, overall features great for this year model... Just a little pricey...Oct 08, 2021
by Bill L
Mar 18, 2021
From 1990 to 2016 I drove nothing but Lincoln Towncars. I bought a 2014 MKZ also a very good car.Mar 18, 2021
by Syed A
Jan 30, 2021
lincoln town car features are excellent and price is always more attracting and there is no compare with any sedan car.
my rating will be all five stars.Jan 30, 2021
by Anonymous
Jul 16, 2020
I am very satisfied with my Lincoln Town Car. I have driven Lincoln Town Cars for the past 30 years. Jul 16, 2020
by Michael M
May 29, 2020
I just happen to like this model. Prefer newer (up to 2011).May 29, 2020
by Anonymous
May 17, 2015
My overall experience in owning a 2008 Lincoln Town car has been very positive. This vehicle performs extremely well, especially on those longer road trips. There's ample leg room for all passengers at all times. The trunk space is proportional to the interior cabin so no reason to leave that extra piece of luggage behind. The larger V8 engine provides plenty of power on the road but does not consume as much fuel as older comparably sized motors.May 17, 2015
What users have asked
I have a 2008 Lincoln Town Car
120,000 miles and it overheats when air is on but not heat? Dip stick looks clean (just oil). New thermostat. One place said I have no clue after 3 attempts and another said "maybe blown head gasket" MAYBE?
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2008 Lincoln Town Car Signature L Leaning
I have a 2008 Lincoln Town Car Signature L that is leaning to one side (passenger side is lower) and it is driving me crazy! It's to the point that the 1 out side edge of the tire is getting eaten up. Took to Lincoln Dealership and they said module needed reprogramming, picked up after they reprogrammed it, still leaned! Took back when I had some more time and their suspension guy was around to tell me that the front coil spring was fatigued.... Replaced BOTH front coil spring with brand new Monroe Quick Strut/Coil Assemblies..... Still Leaning! Replaced Air Springs/bags, Still Leaning..... Replaced Solenoids..... Still Leaning!!!! Drivers side rear is too high, Passengers Side Rear is too seems to be right height. With the drivers side rear being so high, it is actually pushing down passengers front so low that the tire actually rubs the inner fender. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!! I am at a loss, and apparently flushing money down with the perplexed dealership is becoming pointless now. PLEASE HELP! I want to put new tires on this thing, but I want to have it fixed prior. THANKS IN ADVANCE!!
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Are the taillights of a 2002 and 2008 Lincoln Town Car interchangable?
I want to put 2002 taillights on my 2008 Town Car. Are they the same fit...just change out one for the other?
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2008 Lincoln Town Car Pricing
Original MSRP
$42,730 to $50,900Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Cupholders: front · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.55
Engine
Battery: heavy duty
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Grille color: metallic · License plate bracket: front
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Daytime running lights: fleet · Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: watts linkage · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 190 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27
Exterior Features
Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: integrated headrests · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: fleet · Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt · Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: watts linkage · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27
Engine
Battery: heavy duty
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Grille color: metallic · License plate bracket: front
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: fleet · Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated driver mirror
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: watts linkage · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Tires
Type: all season
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · 6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: separate rear audio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 190 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: wood
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: adjustable pedals · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: air conditioning · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27
Exterior Features
Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: fleet · Headlights: cornering
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated driver mirror
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt · Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: watts linkage · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent