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« on: October 09, 2006, 01:05:48 pm »
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I was recently invited to a Lincoln preview event where I had the chance to comb through the all new Lincoln MKX, MKZ and Navigator models.  Although my time behind the wheel of each of these vehicles was short, I was able to form some initial impressions on Lincoln's new line up for 2007.  More ....
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« Reply #1 on: October 09, 2006, 04:23:14 pm »
The more I see the MKZ the more tolerable I am of its design. I was pretty critical of both it's exterior and interior design. I've seen about 4 in person and it doesn't look to bad in my eyes. I guess it's an aquired taste. The engine sounds promising as well.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but is the MKX replacing the Aviator?
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« Reply #2 on: October 10, 2006, 02:24:26 pm »
I saw the new Navigator on the 401 last week. What a big, blinged out ugly-ass beast.
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« Reply #3 on: October 10, 2006, 03:52:19 pm »
The new MKX is promising. I'm personally not a fan of the grille which ruins it for me, but otherwise the shape and rear end are very appealing. And the interior is the best Lincoln has done in as far back as I can remember, by a long long loooooong margin.
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« Reply #4 on: October 10, 2006, 05:44:58 pm »
I hate the design. Its about as sexy as a lumb of lard  Head Shake

   
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« Reply #5 on: October 10, 2006, 09:49:49 pm »
Yes, you've got to hate those "lumbs of lard".  Huh Huh Huh Roll Eyes Roll Eyes Head Shake Head Shake Tin Foil Head Tin Foil Head
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« Reply #6 on: October 11, 2006, 12:47:30 am »
Lincoln Recipe:  Take basic Ford model. 1) Upgrade to highest Ford model level. 2) Slap more chrome on grill. 3) Slap Licoln name on dash (apparently some people might mistake it for..... a Ford)  4) Change headlights and tailigihts from Ford model - and in some cases, change means slap more chrome on Ford version of headlight/tailight to achieve desired "Lincoln" effect.  5) If deemed appropriate, make minor change to C pillar - but only when necessary.   Sell for $2000 more.  Done.  Oh, and if there must be a Mercury model, take Lincoln recipe, remove some chrome, and sell for $500, more than Ford model.
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« Reply #7 on: October 11, 2006, 02:13:05 am »
True.  But it worked for Lexus by upgrading the Camry from Toyota.
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« Reply #8 on: October 11, 2006, 10:57:10 am »
The new navigator has got a very ugly set of instrument gauges. What's up with the rectangular early 50's analog look. I'm sure it will miss the mark with young hip-hop bling my ride wannabe's.
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« Reply #9 on: October 11, 2006, 11:10:24 am »
Quote from: gta_driver on October 11, 2006, 10:57:10 am
The new navigator has got a very ugly set of instrument gauges. What's up with the rectangular early 50's analog look.

I don't get it either. The MKX is furthest away from this, and has a more contemporary interior (no dash top extending over the edge like MKZ, etc). I don't get the retro plastic interior look they were gunning for. Awful. Made it hard to look past to the other merits of the vehicle.
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« Reply #10 on: October 11, 2006, 11:11:47 am »
The MKX is downright ugly. Maybe not Aztec ugly but certainly getting there. What were they thinking?  Huh

The other two are rather dull but I'm not really the target buyer for either.
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« Reply #11 on: October 11, 2006, 11:33:31 am »
I don't think the MKX will be a big success.   First reason: It's an identical twin of the upcoming Ford Edge.   Also, if we look at Lincoln Zephyr (now MKZ) sales where is the same car as a Ford Fusion, it's a disaster for Lincoln.

Lincoln need to have it's own identity to get out from the ditch.  Cadillac except for the DTS and Escalade, have their own plat-form for CTS, STS and SRX.    Even if it share the same plat-form, the DTS is way different from the Buick Lucerne.
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« Reply #12 on: October 11, 2006, 05:22:39 pm »
with all the technological advancements, Ford still uses that stupid numerical security pad on their cars! C'mon, we're at intelligent key/push button starters already!
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« Reply #13 on: October 11, 2006, 09:34:04 pm »
Apparently Lincoln customers like that keypad and it signals it is a Ford.  That's how they described it.  They do have a good point, if you forget or lose your key at least the keypad can be used, those keyfobs are useless if you lose it.
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« Reply #14 on: October 11, 2006, 09:43:05 pm »
Quote from: gta_driver on October 11, 2006, 10:57:10 am
The new navigator has got a very ugly set of instrument gauges. What's up with the rectangular early 50's analog look. I'm sure it will miss the mark with young hip-hop bling my ride wannabe's.

They may in fact be the sh!ttiest looking guages on any modern day car made. 
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« Reply #15 on: October 11, 2006, 11:16:01 pm »
One look at the Lincoln's grille and thoughts of JFK's assassination soon follow.
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« Reply #16 on: October 12, 2006, 12:05:44 pm »
Quote from: xtra on October 11, 2006, 05:22:39 pm
with all the technological advancements, Ford still uses that stupid numerical security pad on their cars! C'mon, we're at intelligent key/push button starters already!

That keypad comes in really handy if you are doing something where you don't want to carry a key or fob around (at the beach, cycling, hiking, etc.).
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« Reply #17 on: October 12, 2006, 05:14:19 pm »
Does anyone know if the MKZ available with electronic stability control?

I have not seen this feature in the MKZ's list of standard or optional equipment?
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« Reply #18 on: October 12, 2006, 05:29:19 pm »
Quote from: cmiller on October 12, 2006, 05:14:19 pm
Does anyone know if the MKZ available with electronic stability control?

I have not seen this feature in the MKZ's list of standard or optional equipment?

I only see traction control.
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« Reply #19 on: October 12, 2006, 06:11:39 pm »
It comes with AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™.
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