1988 Ford Crown Victoria LTD LX PI review from North America
"Police Interceptor... Accept no substitute!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission went out at about 185,000 miles. Its being replaced with a Richmond Gear 6 speed manual transmission (used in Mustang Cobras). Interceptor is under total overhaul process at the moment, being updated, rebuilt & all that other stuff with GT Mustang, Lincoln Town Car & Police Package/ Severe Service Duty Parts.
General comments?
This car is fast, does 140 easy in under 30 seconds. I've smoked many "rice rockets" with this big machine. Acceleration is where this baby shines, especially with the 3rd gear lockout.
P is for Panther (ok, ok, it means Police... Happy now?)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | V8-351 5.8L 2 bbl HP Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 155000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 187000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Beetle |
| Date of Entry | 9th March, 2004 |