2000 Lincoln LS review from North America

Starter will not work sometimes, replaced and fixed the problem.

Coil overs failed a couple at a time. Engine ran rough and transmission shifted strangely until they were replaced.

Transmission solenoid failed and caused the transmission to shift at higher rpm than normal. Like it was sticking.

Power window motor failed causing the rear window to fall down.

Dash board failed giving strange odometer readings.

Front wheel bearings were bad causing a strange noise. Priced fix at $600. Did it myself for $150 in parts. I thought I would get my hands greasy packing the bearings. Not true... easy to install. 3 large nuts and you are done.

ABS wheel sensors leaked. Can be fixed by removing them and drying them out. Silicone them back in.

Power steering pump started to whine. Flushed the fluid and it was fine.

Replaced front rotors from Summit Racing, pads from ford front and back. Easy install and working great at 93K.

Car overheated tonight. Let it cool and drove it home without incident. Looks like the oil based fan is at fault. I smelled the fluid and it looks bad. I will flush it and see if I am OK. Seen that sometimes people put water in the oil reservoir for the fan pump. That could kill it.

I bought this car for its performance and looks. It has delivered on that 100%.

I am disappointed at the quality from Ford on this product right down to the cheap lug nuts.

But somehow even with all the mechanical problems over the last 8 years of ownership. I still love this car.

I do club racing at the track in improved touring and get a chance to drive many race cars. I still enjoy driving my LS home after a day of racing.

If you want a reliable car don't buy an LS.

If you want performance and are willing to deal with a few issues. The LS is for you.