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#5 of 3244 CV & MGM by tbear503 Mar 08, 2000 (6:16 pm)
The first CV that I remember was a 1954 tudor (Ford's spelling) with a chrome band (hence the word "Crown") over the roof at the "B" pillar with the front half of the roof being a fixed-in-place sunroof! The Marquis name is from the mid-late 60's, with "Grand" moniker, as I remember, appearing about in the mid 70's or later in response to the "Grand" Bonneville from Pontiac. Dad owned both a 54 Ford Crestline & a 72 Marquis Brougham....Prior to the Marquis the top Merc was the Park Lane.
#6 of 3244 Advice wanted by cmdrken Mar 08, 2000 (8:56 pm)
I am looking at purchasing a 1997 CV Interceptor. It has 103000 miles on it and has had all the work done to it. it is a Texas county car and seems like it is mint. I'm going to pay about 6000 for it. Does this sound reasonable? Also does anyone know the hp and torque numbers for the interceptor 4.6L? Anyone who has any info to post I would greatly appreciate it.
#7 of 3244 CV/MGM Makeover by stevem326 Mar 09, 2000 (12:52 am)
I might be wrong on this, but I think I remember hearing that both the CV and GM would receive makeovers beginning with the 2002 models (which would be available late in 2001). That's about the time that I'll be buying mine (CV), so it'll be interesting to see what they come up with. I'd be willing to bet that some of the regulars in this forum could shed some more light on this rumor.
#8 of 3244 PLANNED CHANGES by jws5 Mar 09, 2000 (4:46 pm)
DOES ANYONE KNOW IF THERE ARE ANY MAJOR CHANGES PLANEED IN THE DESIGN OF THE CROWN VIC/GRAND MARQUIS FOR 2001
#9 of 3244 Possible 302 V-8 tip by cobra27 Mar 10, 2000 (4:05 am)
Have a 88 302 that began leaking oil from intake manifold area--found out a small filter under the PVC valve was plugged up.Changed it & all o-k..Anyone step into this one too ???
#10 of 3244 In the market by golfnut5 Mar 11, 2000 (2:06 am)
I am going to purchase soon, either a Buick LeSabre or Grand Marquis. I guess everybody here would recommend the Grand Marquis. Please give me reasons why I should purchase the Grand Marquis?
#11 of 3244 . by regfootball Mar 11, 2000 (6:14 am)
both cars are nice and well built. the interior quality in the Grand Marquis is a little better. And even if some say the 3800 is a good motor, I know from owning one in my Tbird that the 4.6 v8 Ford is bulletproof. Now I know why law enforcement professionals rave about the CV. Otherwise it just boils your preference of v6/fwd vs. v8/rwd. Either way, they are solid cars for decent price.
#12 of 3244 To golfnut: by justiceisdead Mar 11, 2000 (9:49 am)
One other thing... If you life in an area with a temperate climate or in a snow area, ordering drivetrain traction control for the Grand Marquis is a must since it's RWD. Trust me... I've driven my '95 Fleetwood in weather my own father wouldn't even drive in, and the traction control works wonders by keeping the car stable during bad road conditions. (Unless, of course, I go in snow above my bumper... Then I'm as stuck as anybody else. Also, don't make the mistake of thinking the traction control is a license to do something stupid like drive faster than you normally would in poor driving conditions.) If you are planning on doing a little spirited driving in the Grand Marquis should you purchase one, you might also want to consider the ride and handling package. It won't turn it into a Ferrari, but it does firm the ride up a bit (especially around corners) without sacrificing smoothness. IMHO, even though the Grand Marquis is a better value, I like the styling of the '00 Crown Victoria better...
#13 of 3244 To Golfnut 5 by stevem326 Mar 11, 2000 (4:50 pm)
Don't worry about the old man complex. I'm 37 and will be buying a CV or MGM next year. There are some other people who post here who are the same age as both of us, too. The thing I like about the CV/MGM is the price, ride comfort, and safety rating. Buying a CV/MGM doesn't mean you're an old man. It just means you recognize value in a car when you see it. Enjoy your new Grand Marquis. Replies to this message: smitty69 (Apr 27, 2006 2:26 pm) joe110 (Apr 30, 2006 12:34 pm)
#14 of 3244 When you buy the G/M, make sure by kinley Mar 11, 2000 (6:17 pm)
it has the touring package, ABS, Air suspension, leather interior. Or buy the Buick and get a free lifetime subscription to AARP's MODERN MATURITY.

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