hello car enthusiasts and lovers of rare things. I hope you enjoyed this original footage featuring my 1980 Continental Mark VI. If you're familiar with this car or would like to know more please comment below. Thanks!

@robertoleite7804

Жыл бұрын

Qual é o valor do lincol ? Muito obrigado

@issabakhsh7149

6 ай бұрын

😢ertoleite7804

I remembered these beautiful land yachts brand new. The 351 2v, was torque superior over the 302 f.i. but, it ran out of STEAM too soon on the highway. Especially in overdrive.

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

Papo Cam , the transmission was relatively a new design at the time also, so if the torque converter was computerized like today’s cars they might have been able to manage the power better. But I’m really impressed by your familiarity with this vehicle Papo Cam. Thanks for your contributions.

@deanstevenson6527

7 ай бұрын

A small drop in power from 166 HP in the 6.6 to 129 HP in the 5.0, or 145 HP in the 5.8..the Mark VI deserved the accolades from its 41% reduction in fuel consumption, but 1980-1981 was a tough time in the market with snow flurries and inflation. I respect the VI more than the Mark V, but I love both. Criminally Underated, in my opinion. I Love the time you've taken to ensure your video exudes the great thinking that went into these machines. And I'm a diehard 351 Windsor and AOD lover. FoMoCo killed it off because of 1 mpg of adjusted City/ Hwy CAFE, not because it wasn't able to pass emissions or highway mpg figures. For 1981, Congress changed the aggregate CAFE calculation, so HFII decided, all full size passenger cars except for Police Interceptors, we're gonna lose the 351W and the 351M and 400 were promised gone for 1983 in trucks and SUVs. They added a four catalyst 5.8 HO 2bbl V.V. variety for lucky Canadian and US Cop cars, which made practically the same highway Mpg figure as the 255 and 5.0 and standard performance 5.8. But 1 mpg less in City. For just the sake of a mpg , Ford killed the option off for civilian use. Have a great day. 🥝✔️

I thought I knew everything about these cars but never new the "Mark VI' on the dashboard was backlit. Very cool detail!

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

Drew Burk , glad I can share something new. The back lighting is most prominent when dark enough outside. I believe later years Lincoln just painted raised lettering silver and deleted this feature. Drew, also please check my channel often. I will have more up close footage of this rare Mark VI.

@jimdayton8837

3 жыл бұрын

Same! That's a new one for me too.

man this car is awesome and it has a 351 windsor.....i love it nice car bro!

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

joshua Valdez , Thanks! Yeap, 351 Windsor was exclusive for 1980. Makes my Mark VI super rare. I appreciate you checking out my video.

So gorgeous! I hope to add one of these to the collection someday. Keep up the awesome work my friend.

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Tofer , thanks! I think these cars are cool. definitely add it to your list of vehicles.

This just popped up on my feed. What a gem!

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

i appreciate you checking out my throwback video. year 2022 and i still have this classic car. my fall project is to replace the spark plugs, wires and a few other basic tune up parts. maybe i’ll document the process.

I had a 80 continental town car about 20years ago now I have a 77 mark v ur 80 is mint keep the vids coming with much love from Long Island ny

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

Salvatore Amelio it’s amazing the design similarities used in the Mark VI from the Mark V. You really don’t see that kind of carryover these days.

Very nice! I love the electronic instrument panel as I wished today that you can still have that option. I would love one of these.

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Patrick Saxon Continental was ahead of its time with this car. Pretty much only electric and hybrid cars have digital dashboards today as standard equipment. Thanks for watching and please visit my channel again.

What a great looking car they don't make Lincoln cars like this anymore. Sincerely Richard Dodds.

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

thanks Richard! do you own a classic too, or is one in your future?

It's really beautiful.

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

Sean Dougherty Thanks for the compliment. I appreciate you visiting the channel and checking out my video. 1980 was a special year for the mark. The interior combinations available at this time was astounding. You could even get shades of green or just simple tan. Car interiors today mostly vary by how large the infotainment screen is.

40 yr classic loaded like Hell got to love ALL lincolns old and new

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

absolutely agree 100%. word is Ford discontinued the Continental again for 2021, and the MKZ has already stopped production. yes, must love old and the few new available. Thanks for watching!

I didn't realize that the mirrors weren't power in 1980, my '83 Mark VI has power mirrors. I also find it odd that yours like mine doesn't have autolamp or auto dim. Most Mark VI's I've seen have it but I've seen my fair share of photos of those without it. I do really like how the Mark VI on the passenger dash lights up. I know after 1981 some stuff started to go away, like the glovebox flashlight, the lower woodgrain trim on the doors and the factory toolkit. I've even seen a few that had trunk carpet as nice as the interior carpet. I really like those Lincoln emblems in the rear seats, mine are just embroidered in. The white/red is also my favorite interior combo, I missed out on a '78 Town Coupe last spring that was dark green with a green/white leather interior I really liked that one too.

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

yes, i believe in 1980 only the highest trim levels had the additional power equipment and advanced settings. but as far as extra chrome ornamentation and wood, the 1980 had the most of all the years standard.

HErmoso tanto por fuera como por dentro Un verdadero clásico 😊🙂✨

@xrmerkur

10 ай бұрын

gracias por las palabras amables. tienes un clasico?

Beautiful!

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

Hey! thanks for watching 📺. Compliments never get old for this classic, always appreciated. 😊

Very nice Mark VI. I wish mine was in this good condition. My Mark VI needs serious bodywork(rust).

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! These old cars always have something to care for. Like they say if it’s not one thing it’s another. great to hear from another Mark VI owner. Keep these classics on the road.

Only talent and creativity brings us to such a beautyfull car

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Lightning One Lightning , absolutely I agree 100%. Also be sure to check out my new video tonight. It should be up in less than an hour. Thanks!

Beautiful car!

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like this rare and sometimes forgotten classic. Thank you so much for watching. I really appreciate you take the extra effort to comment. Please check out my channel too. Currently I’m working on more video ideas.

Nice Lincoln

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

thanks a million mjd World. i’m so grateful for you watching and commenting. please check out my latest videos too! much appreciated : )

NICE CAR!...CONGRATULATIONS!.. VERY NICE!, EVERYTHING!..

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

hello Omar, i’m super excited you watched my video. please visit my channel and discover all the great video waiting for you.

Digital instrumentation went crazy back then. My 84 Town Car was rare with analog gauges. The Imperial and some Cadillacs also had that.

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

80’s tech was ahead of its time. remember the talking Chrysler K-Cars? The Town Car was special. it carried the panther platform just as far as the Crown Vic. I really appreciate you watching, Thanks!

I have an 81 towncar coupe. And it has 41k and it’s still in condition as yours, these are some beautiful cars. Lots of people ask if I would sell it... o’ no is my answer. My mom had the MarkIV that I had until 5 years ago. My next door neighbor chimney was struck by lightning. And it crushed the car. We had that car since I was in the forth grade. I was in the process of restoring it. Man, it’s sad thinking about.

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Marc B ,the town coupe is for sure a keeper. the only panther more rare is the single year (1980) Continental, before it fully became the Town Car in 1981. sad story about your moms Mark VI. you guys really had a classic car thing going on. I also never plan to sell my car, my love for the Mark VI goes back to my childhood. I made a video about it on my channel: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pYRrzNZwY8eve7g.html

OMG... WE HAD THE EXACT TWIN!!!!!! THE INTERIOR WAS BLUE THOUGH! Always thought it was stupid regarding the horn..,

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

I hope you have fond memories of your Mark VI. As far as the horn, let’s agree to call it unique. Haha! 🤣

Very nice!

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Patrick! In 2021 it’s still running pretty good, always something to improve. When you get a chance check out my channel for all the latest. Do you have a classic too, or planning on one in the future?

A beauty!

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

jay young , this car has so much personality, even makes me feel special when I drive it. Thanks for appreciating the formal design by John Aiken

Always thought this car made more sense than the extremely huge Mark V. Lincoln really should have released this car for fall 78 for the model year 79.

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

General Motors made the switch to smaller full size platforms earlier like you envisioned for Ford. The Mark VI was a better use of engineering that lasted for many decades primarily with the Crown-Vic. Califdad4, thanks so much for watching! PS. what do you think about the sedan Mark VI?

@califdad4

Жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur I personally liked the downsized big cars GM did starting in 1977, Ford messed up with continuing making big cars through 79, it set them back on the downsizing and messed up their finances that the were in bad shape 81-84, many thought they might go under then

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

@@califdad4 history has shown no matter what auto makers do, the public will sort out their preference. but somehow I think the industry waved a little persuasion “marketing” for so many of us to follow the SUV craze.

Thank you for clarifying what the notches are for on the left side of the glove box (mark 5:02 of your video)! I have a 1983 Mark VI Pucci Coupe.

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

you’re welcome. even back then Lincoln was clever with efficiently using the space. personally i most appreciate the storage in the door arm rests. Wow! that’s amazing you have a final edition Pucci Coupe (designer series). i really appreciate you watching and stating your pleasure with my video. please check out @xrmerkur for the latest videos. Thanks! PS. how has your ownership gone so far with your Mark VI?

this is a personal quest

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

fingersmcgee , it is a smart classic because the mechanical parts are Panther compatible. Thanks for watching and commenting. Check out my road to personal quest below: Lincoln Mark VI Love - My Continental History kzread.info/dash/bejne/pYRrzNZwY8eve7g.html

I was just thinking about my used Lincoln Mark VI that I bought in 1984. It was white with red seats and interior. I really liked that car. Taller

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

teresa Weber ,your Mark was only slightly used way back then, I bet it still had the new car smell in 1984. The Mark VI does have pretty good headroom too.

my dream car

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

Tomosuke_0610, when I was a kid my father always drove Lincoln’s. driving a Mark VI on the weekends brings back fond memories. if you ever buy one of these or any old car, definitely have patience. so much little things to care for. Keeping it on the road is rewarding and it feels good getting so many compliments. Much success someday you having your very own.

What a babe of a car👌

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Bohemia Lite , Thanks so much! Maybe your were persuaded by Its Baby Lincoln status 🤣. I checked out your channel too 👍. I love that floor shifter in your Mark V.

beautiful ❤

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

thank you Acer. i love my Mark VI too! do you have a classic or consider getting one?

@acersalman8258

Жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur no I don't have but I wish I love any thing American European technology Australian Japanese spichly us cars trucks planes trains ships 🚢 tanks weapons every thing old cars better than new cars new made from blastic and ugly design God bless America 🇺🇸

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

@@acersalman8258 that’s wonderful Acer. we thank you for believing in our manufacturing. Detroit built a bit of everything during war and at peace.

Please explain the dashboard controls. Liked these a lot, didn’t see many as a kid in the eighties. Most had the regular town car.

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

The digital dashboard has three pods. First on the left indicates fuel with vertical lines stacked highest to full. Center is MPH / Kilometers which is selected with the trip computer. The pod on the right displays all the system functions with time and date as default. You may also notice a row of buttons lower right of the digital pods; these allow you to check miles to empty and estimate time of arrival, each feature displayed on the info pod. Thanks for watching. I’ll be sure to make a video about it.

Did every year of the mark vi have the illuminated Mark IV on the dash? Ive wanted a Mark IV for a while and I think Ill have to get an 80 just for that!

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

the illuminated Mark VI was only the first year and maybe, just maybe 1981 also. what i do know as a fact is the 351 V8 was exclusive to 1980. C&J FARMS, i also want to thank you for watching and joining the conversation. feel free to ask anything. more Continental videos on my channel, check them out!

Very nice car

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Chuck! The Mark VI has a smooth ride and just the right size to fit in the average garage. What is your favorite Lincoln from the past and best model today?

@chuckselvage3157

Жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur I always liked the 61-69 Lincolns one of the best looking cars to ever come from Detroit.I dont mind the 56 Continental either a beautiful work of art.Modern Lincolns or any car of today dont really appeal to me.

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

@@chuckselvage3157 i think specifically of the coach doors continental when you speak of the 60’s. And the Mark II for 1956. For me the 10th Gen Continental AWD was promising.

@chuckselvage3157

Жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur yes the coach or (suicide) doors are a feature I find appealing

👍🏼 ist great 🇺🇸

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Rudi Knaus , the last of an era where luxury cars were dressed up in tuxedos and jewelry.

Nice car

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

arabicelvis , Thanks! Great to connect with mutual Mark VI owners.

@arabicelvis

5 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur not many marks x's on the road not many Mark 6 owners around

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

arabicelvis ,correct. I’m always surprised to find another owner, especially with a Mark as nice as yours. that’s why I plan to upload many more Mark VI videos in the spring to demonstrate this rare car.

@lorenzomagazzeni5425

4 жыл бұрын

"NICE" car - that must be the understatement of the year - lol

Me gusta el carro un Lincoln Continental Mark VI 1980 ese carro es mejor conocido cómo (Guri Conquistador) quinta rueda; es un excelente automóvil; cuándo se estabilize todo en Venezuela cuando pueda voy a mandar a traer un carro así para aprender a manejar y mantenerlo; saludos y buenas tardes

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

tienes un conocimiento increíble sobre estos viejos clásicos. Espero que algún día pronto tengas el tuyo propio. más videos por venir.

@xrmerkur do you know or ever had issues with the fuel gauge readout. Other than that and a small noise I have been impressed with my Mark VIs reliability

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

yes, my digital Fuel readout is on the fritz too. but yes, these are solid cars. thanks for watching and feel free to ask as many questions as you like.

Beautifully shrunken, Cleveland or Windsor, the 351cid should have had either fuel injection or a 4V carburetor. I'm certain the 4spd o/d automatic would have made this luxo quite sporty. The larger engine was for more torque over the smaller engine. I mean neither was like the 460cid 4v. Que sera, sera. Ford did an excellent job in decreasing the size to the point where ppl @ 1st couldn't tell til they got up close. When LINCOLN'S were Still awesome. I shall miss em, new LINCOLNS with turbos, 6cylinders, but, still with a 6spd automatic, while even ecoboxes have MORE gears. No going back now.

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Ener Rivers , excellent insight in your comment. These old Lincoln were a special moment in time. Honestly the only thing that appeals to me with the new Lincoln sedans is AWD. The Lincoln LS was the last time I got excited for them. However the Navigator is truly beautiful, the new Aviator too. Thanks for watching my video and please check out new videos on my channel.

@enerrivers4392

4 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur you're correct, the Lincoln LS was truly a sporty luxo. I grew up around those big land yachts, I still remember the "King of the hill" contest btw CADILLAC & Lincoln. Thanks for your reply and Videos. You're right those Lincoln SUVs are beautiful & much more advanced & luxurious than anything from GM. But, 6cyls, even though produce more ponies, some how disappoint many who associate 8cyls with luxury. Times have changed!

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Ener Rivers , nice back and forth. just an added point; turbos were used plenty in the mid 80’s vs. the 90’s Naturally Aspirated V6’s. Finally in the early 2000’s the V8 represented strong, now the industry is back to small turbo engines again, just one big cycle all over again.

@enerrivers4392

4 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur You're right about the cycling factor. Thanks

Cool boss but I think you missed something. The stalk behind the turn signals and horn. What’s that?

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the close eye. I believe you’re referring to the windshield wiper selector. If you watch my newest video i use it to spray the blue windshield solvent. Please check out my channel. I appreciate the support!

I know its an old car now and cars were more mechanical in the 80's, but compared to what Ford Australia was putting out back then, this car is one part more feature rich but equally more clunky and unrefined. Nothing has a nice tactile feel to it and everything in the cabin is ritzed up but quite crude and sounds it in operation.

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

The unrefined nature of 80’s luxury was part of its charm. Today vehicles have a better fit to finish, but are easily disposable upon damage and wear. Back then virtually any decent mechanic could repair like new, but today totaled out for the simplest accidents. Manufacturing has changed along with the elegance of the iPhone. Once the iPhone sealed the battery, so much engineering today uses glue and snap together. Technology and elegance is supreme these days.

Hi, do you now any junkyard for Lincoln parts? Maybe I can order the buttons from there. ( missing your videos on youtube) Tor from Sweden.

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

i’m always on the lookout for rare Lincoln parts, no buttons found yet! thanks for watching my videos. i will for sure have more videos for you to enjoy 😊

I have a question which car you think is the best lincoln continental mark IV or lincoln continental mark V or lincoln mark VI

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

Franklin i am truly excited to receive your question: Mark IV = the most unique; changed yearly Mark V = the most beloved; land yacht nostalgia Mark VI = a gremlin master; the series misfit PS. it’s impossible to pick your favorite child

Why did Continental turn the Mark 6 into a sedan?? And they put a Fairmont steering wheel in It?

@xrmerkur

6 ай бұрын

History shows much parts bin was exercised with ford in the 70’s and 80’s. The Continental was built on the Panther Platform and was trying to consolidate every Lincoln on it. I guess they couldn’t resist up staging the Town Car trim. Note: that steering wheel was also used in the Thunderbird and many other Ford and Mercury vehicles too.

Hello Do you know where the switch for the light under the hood is located?

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

i’d have to take a look. surely it must be connected somewhere at the hinge or latch. when i find I will let you know!

@torb1283

2 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur Thank you were much

I have a 83 mark VI 5.0 and my mechanic or me misplaced the transmission dipstick I've ordered one but it hasn't came yet. Could someone who has a 5.0 engine 83? Please give me the measurements of the length of the dipstick? It would be greatly appreciated

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

that’s pretty tough. hope your new one arrives soon. if anyone is out there please help Roy.

Hi Xrmerkur, I have an Lincoln Continental Mark 6 1983. I live in Sweden so sorry about my bad english. I missing the plastic/chrome button for the fan (I think they all are the same for the heating system inside the car) , Do you perhaps know where I can buy one? Its inpossible to find it in Sweden.

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

hello Tor b, i understand you totally clear. thanks for watching. glad to hear from a fellow Continental owner. i will browse the internet for the fan button. i suppose this was a common accessory for Mark, Town Car and many other Panther platform Fords.

@torb1283

2 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur Thank you for a quick answer. I think like you that the button fitting on lots of cars from Ford at the same age.

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

@@torb1283 yes, many 80’s Ford, Lincoln and Mercury should fit. if i find one i’ll let you know.

@torb1283

2 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur Thank youvery much. I realy like your videos on KZread

I didn't know that these features came with the car, do these features come with every stock Mark VI?

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

TheGodOfZoom , the 351v8 was an option only for the 1980 Mark VI. actually a few more features became available with newer ‘81-‘83 models; keyless entry, CB Radio, Auto dimming lights, and round lanterns on outer headlight doors. The trip computer was not available on all models, some cars were equipped with an analog speedometer. Thanks for watching and commenting on my video. Please visit my channel to check out the newest videos.

@Will-ig3yj

4 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur I'll be sure to, I'm looking to get a Lincoln Mark VI as my permanent main car, and it seems you're recent uploads will do nothing but help! :)

@kylemichaels3373

2 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur According to my 1980 brochure auto lamps and keyless entry were available in 1980. The 1980 Mark VI being the first vehicle with keyless entry available. The digital dash was standard on all years but unfortunately some people opted out of it like whoever ordered my '83.

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

@@kylemichaels3373 the digital dash was futuristic at the time, but i must admit the analogy pods are pretty luxurious.

hola les escribo de san cristobal venezuela estoy tratando de restaurar uno marck VI aqui en venezuela los unicos continental fabricados fuera de estados unidos es dificil conseguir piezas y la falta de dinero soy un fan de estos carro saludos

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

eBay y Amazon son excelentes lugares para comenzar la búsqueda de repuestos. son asequibles. Los paneles de la carrocería serán más difíciles. Estoy feliz de que hayas visto mi video.

You couldn't find a a better 8-track tape sample? A Boz Scaggs or Doobie Brothers 8-track would have been more fitting for this car. It's also a quadraphonic 8track player which is rare in cars. This is the first I've seen of an Mark VI 8-track player without the Premium Sound amplifier.

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Quad8track ,Ha Ha! Love your comment🤣. Funny thing is I only have the Doobie Brothers on CD and digital download. At the time of recording this video a Learning Spanish 8-Track was the only one on hand. My 1980 Mark VI is the rarest of the rare. Manufactured in November 1979 before small tweaks were made, and without keyless entry. I’m excited the original audio system still works. Also if you notice there’re no speakers in the lower doors. I’ve never seen a Mark VI like this either. The closest I’ve seen was one exactly but with the 302 V8. Thanks for watching and giving me a lesson on musical taste. I hope you have a special car with an 8-Track too. Please tell me about it!

@Quad8track

4 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur Muy agradable. ¿Fue útil esta cinta?

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

@@Quad8track Solo un principiante

Is it still available for sale?

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

YOUGOTIT210 , no plans to sell this classic anytime soon. as a matter of fact I’ve just replaced the exhaust yesterday, video to follow. thanks for admiring my Mark VI. please keep checking my channel as I will share experience of owning this gem.

@YungMackent

4 жыл бұрын

YOUGOTIT210 give me a shout

@davidvelarde3324

4 жыл бұрын

1980 Lincoln still available davidvelarde1957@gmail.com

Lincoln technoy was more advanced than gm and expect it was more reliable 😉. I had an most before my current ats. I would take it back any day. The caddy has been in service 5 times in three years

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

1911beauty , with so much tech inside all vehicles these days you’re really naked without a warranty. If anything a Lease is the only way to keep up with the advancement of connectivity. Back when the Mark VI was the latest in transportation the electronics complimented the car, and wasn’t trying to stream or GPS anything. Just clean simple features.

I've seen video's of knuckleheads doing burn outs with some of these beautiful ,classic luxury cars and it just kills me. They were meant to be admired like a work of art and driven for the feeling of luxury ,not treated like a damn race car and destroyed 😡

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

hello Linda! thanks for watching my video, i truly appreciate it. my Mark VI is mostly all original, no modifications and keeping it that way. what are your thoughts on owners turning these into Lowriders?

You could charge your phone into the cigarette lighter on passenger side buttom dash and back seats buy get one of them USB port plugs

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

keahi foxx , yes, absolutely. Once you remove and set aside the lighter coil the outlet can be used for any standard DC modern accessories

@rich_edwards79

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, they were thinking ahead with those! In a world where few people smoke, in car cigarette lighters found a new use as 12v outlets for all the devices people carry now.

The hump in the trunk rotted out on mine

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

Ouch 😓 Moisture must have entered the trunk, or water squeezed around the lettering 😬

302 engines weren't that economical. That's why I never understood why they stopped producing the 351 in civilian passenger cars. GM did the same thing with the 350 in 1980.

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

ChevKen , I think they were trying to appease the people reluctant to change with this carbureted option, because the fuel injected 302 was new. Ford shrink the Mark and went all in with technology, so I guess they had to leave something familiar. Smaller cars and engines was the theme of the 80’s. Thanks much for checking out my video and leaving a comment. I also have newer uploads available on my channel. Check them out!😁

@MrCarguy2

4 жыл бұрын

In the early 80s Detroit was struggling to meet emission standards since the mid 70s so they went into creative solutions for it like FI. The 351 came about in very troubled times economically so ford simply did not bother and just began decontenting the TC as the 80s progressed.

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

It's Ders Mane , thanks for your insight and visiting my channel. PS. all I can tell you is vacuum lines are connected to like almost everything.

@kylemichaels3373

2 жыл бұрын

The 351 wasn't as fuel efficient as the 302 and all you gained in 1980 was an extra 10hp, it just wasn't worth the loss in mpg for a lot of people. GM kept using the 350 in at least certain Oldmobiles and Cadillacs until the early-mid 90's. They also kept it in the caprice until at least the mid 80's.

@kylemichaels3373

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrCarguy2 The 351 was nowhere near new in 1980 and Ford certainly did not decontent the Town Car in the 80's, there are no options on an early 80's TC that weren't available in the late 80's. In fact late 80's cars added self leveling suspension and a CD player among other options. The 96-97 cars were extremely loaded, moreso than my 2001 was, and the 03-06 or 07ish cars were also extremely loaded. By 2009 you couldn't even get air suspension anymore and for 1990 up that's what really made a Town Car a Town Car.

How much?

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

Keeping my Mark VI for Life. thanks for watching!

I have one for sale aswell everything near perfect condition and drives perfect . Original paint . $7000

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Mozi MaseratiYT , thanks for watching my Mark VI video. I’m not actually selling mine, but much success to you. It takes a special type of person to buy one of these so be patient and give an honorable listing. Eventually the Mark VI will be super valuable because how rare they are.

@YungMackent

4 жыл бұрын

xrmerkur Forsure ! Thanks a lot for the reply and awesome car aswell ! It’s a beauty Forsure 🙌🏾‼️

@gregyani5914

4 жыл бұрын

Where are you located?

Looks like a mark v

@xrmerkur

3 жыл бұрын

you are 100% correct, a mark v mini me. smaller outside but just as roomy inside. the mark vi has a lot of new technology and refined engineering. Donovan, i really appreciate you watching and taking time to share your comment.

i guess 12 miles per gallon...

@xrmerkur

Жыл бұрын

yes, you’re in the MPG neighborhood. but surprisingly sometimes a little better than 12 though.

ШИКАРНЕЙШАЯ МАШИНА ! ! ! ПРОСТО МЕЧТА ! ! ! ВОСХИТИТЕЛЬНАЯ ! ! ! 👏👏👏👍👍👍👌👌👌☝️☝️☝️🙆

Mine was better...mine was Givenchy edition..sunroof black & grey ..foof...beautiful car that was.

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

that sounds pretty awesome Nationalcitysycho! did your special edition still have the opera windows?

Truly overengineered for being a car from 1980! Just compare this to the 80 Cadillac Fleetwood. This seemed almost 8 years ahead just in tecnology

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

It's Ders Mane , they infused just about everything in this car from the digital dash to the electronically controlled carburetor. even though technology was exercised plenty in this generation, the engine relied heavily on vacuum hoses and mechanical components. The 351 was a mix bag of engineering. Plus of course you know about the EFI 302 also being offered at the same time.

@MrCarguy2

4 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur the 351 was mechanically injected like Mercedes from the 70s and that era

Где купить ее 🤔🤔🤔⚔️🔥👍👍👍👍

Вот на такой я бы с чужими мамками покатался б по Вол Стриту

@xrmerkur

4 жыл бұрын

Любой человек, который заботится об автомобиле, должен быть в хорошей компании. да?

Sadly, the Mark VI, design was quite unattractive compared to the prior Marks with it's boxy styling and upright windshield. Also, for it to share the same platform with the Town car and offer a 4 door model was just a really bad idea. In hindsight, Ford should have used the 1979 Thunderbird/Cougar XRY chassis/body and gussied it up with the new electronics and 4 speed auto and left this new body just for the Town Car.

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting perspective Vicious Poodle. You have to put this design in context of what Ford needed to achieve at the time, and needed to achieve quickly. The Panther was introduced with the 1979 LTD and went on as the most successful platform in history. It wouldn’t be until 1981 before Town Car would be it’s own vehicle, prior the Town Car was just a trim level even before the panther platform. It was the Mark VI and Continental to first utilize this generation in 1980. For 1981 Continental would hiatus just to return on the Fox platform in 1982. Ford truly worked a miracle at the time considering both Cadillac and Chrysler was quickly downsizing even before the 80’s. Mark VI was reduced bumper to bumper, but not as drastic as its competitors. I greatly respect your opinion about the formal roof and overall proportions, but many agree this was a masterpiece for the 80’s. Thanks for watching and sharing your comment.

@viciouspoodle5543

2 жыл бұрын

@@xrmerkur You're welcome. My reference to the Lincoln Continental was as calling it a Lincoln Town Car. I do remember when the cars first came out how disappointed I was that the Mark used the Panther platform and other than the end caps, the Mark and Town Cars were basically the same car. Historically from 69 to 79 they were on different platforms. I also thought the Continental/Town car was the better looking of the two and ended up being a more successful. They moved the Lincoln Continental name to so many platforms I can keep track of it. I totally forgot about the Fairmont based Lincoln Continental (which really should have been the Versailles). And Ford didn't have the money to hide the windshield wipers on that car either! 70's models were the best!

@xrmerkur

2 жыл бұрын

@@viciouspoodle5543 certainly 1970’s models were the most iconic. each generation brought Lincoln closer to the forefront of technology. thankfully today luxury is making a comeback, and offering more than just an infotainment touchscreen. also, stay tuned for more videos to come!

@RitzyTrailerII

2 жыл бұрын

That would be a subjective opinion, as some of us love the size of the Marv VI, and I for one especially loved that it was a more manageable size, but retained that "chiseled from granite" Lincoln look that made it so iconic. My family had both a Mark III and a Mark V - I loved the look of them but absolutely hated driving them. They were just too big. This Mark VI has always seemd to me to be a severely underrated car for what it was at the time.

@viciouspoodle5543

2 жыл бұрын

@@RitzyTrailerII For some reason people loved the Town Car version better. That was a huge success and would probably still be selling today if they didn't stop production. The panther Town Car outsold the iconic 1970's Lincoln Continental. People just didn't like the Mark VI.

What a nice car. But the heater A/C is semi-automatic, not automatic. Meaning the air temperature is automatic, but the fan speed is manually set. I think it was 1984 or 1985 when it became automatic, for the Town Car. The Mark VI was basically a fancier Town Car. The 1980 - 1983 Mark Vi, and the 1980 - 1984 Town Car were my favorite cars of the 1980's. In 1985 the Town Car had a facelift, but I liked the 1980 - 1984 style better.

@xrmerkur

5 жыл бұрын

Ebony .Bunny ,great attention to detail Ebony. I too agree the first generation towncar is pretty special. Each year many advancements were applied to both models; such as keyless entry. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and appreciation for this era of Lincoln. Check out my channel often as I hope to soon make more videos.

@kylemichaels3373

2 жыл бұрын

Yes but in the brochure and manual it is still referred to as "Automatic"