1998 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor review from North America

Intake manifold, which was under recall, began leaking. This has been a problem with all of our Crown Victorias, from 1996 models to 2001 models.

The transmission shifts good and hard, but had to be rebuilt at 37,000 miles. No problems with it since.

The rear shocks had to be replaced with air shocks. The standard shocks just could not handle the extra weight of the gear that I carry.

Two ignition coils have been replaced on the car. They got engine coolant in them when the intake manifold cracked and began leaking.

One other defect is the wiring harness to the engine cooling fan becomes brittle and the negative wire separates at the connector. This has been a big problem with all of our 1998 Crown Victorias.

The car handles extremely well and can take turns at unreasonable speeds.

Although not extremely quick off the line, it does have good top end speed.

The air conditioner is also extremely good. It has left condensation on the inside of the windows in the middle of the summer while at idle down here in Texas.

Except for the problems stated above, the car has been reliable and a good performer.