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Edmunds Trashes the MKS! by slingshot80
Nov 05, 2008 (5:48 pm)
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"As an all-new model, the 2009 Lincoln MKS is supposed to challenge worthy rivals from Germany and Japan for class leadership. Yet its most distinguishing characteristics are its failings — gnarly engine noises, lackluster interior quality and trawlerlike handling combined with an incongruously firm ride. We're still holding out hope for that American automotive renaissance, but if Lincoln's latest effort is any indication, we might be waiting awhile longer."
 
This is one of the more negative reviews I have read.
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Challenges by datagen
Nov 06, 2008 (3:12 am)
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I believe that there is a constant balancing act going on here. Power vs economy seems to have always been a challenge for the engineers. Just to report to everyone that I have had my MKS just about a month now and by its computer it started out at 17.2 the first week, second 18.3, third 18.6, and currently it is at 19.4 (all city driving). On a weekend 300 mile trip I just took it reported 25.2 hwy. This is the AWD version also.
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Re: Edmunds Trashes the MKS! [slingshot80] by nvbanker
Nov 09, 2008 (9:36 am)
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Replying to: slingshot80 (Nov 05, 2008 5:48 pm)

Seems like if you took that MKS and put CTS on the back of it, Edmunds would extol its virtues and compare it to a 5er..... Edmunds hates Ford, didn't you know that?
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Need Advice by bobsokoler
Nov 09, 2008 (5:41 pm)
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I currently have a Mercedes E350 and the lease ends next month. After test driving a Cadillac CTS Mercedes C300 and looking carefully at the Lexus Is and GS I ordered an MKS today. The ride is fantastic and the power is more than adequate, The interior room and electronics clinched the deal. Plus the lease price saved me 300 a month. I ordered the Ultimate package but is there anything I should add? The 19 inch wheels were great I was worried that if I upgraded to a 20 inch the ride would be harsh. Any thoughts?
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Re: Edmunds Trashes the MKS! [nvbanker] by gregg_vw
Nov 10, 2008 (6:05 am)
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Replying to: nvbanker (Nov 09, 2008 9:36 am)

Edmunds hates Ford? Are you being ironic? Or sarcastic? I don't get what you are saying.
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No remote start for push button iginition by mkslover
Nov 10, 2008 (6:15 am)
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I've had my MKS since July and assumed that Ford would be able to figure out how to add a remote starter to the MKS with push button ignition. No such luck! Dealer says it will be another 6 months...meanwhile I am freezing my butt off in Michigan. Would it make sense to take it to an aftermarket installer and hope they don't tap into the main electrical? If you're thinking about getting the MKS, stick with the key and tumbler!!!
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Re: No remote start for push button iginition [mkslover] by gent70360
Nov 10, 2008 (10:32 am)
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Replying to: mkslover (Nov 10, 2008 6:15 am)

Seriously, is the dealer promising that a solution for the remote start combined with the push button ingnition is in the works? I am definitely getting the remort start was was a bit disappointed in that it was not something I could get with the push button start. I may have to rethink things now. I was just about to go with a fully loaded Sable because of this along with the better milage and the fold down rear seat backs.
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Re: No remote start for push button iginition [gent70360] by akirby
Nov 10, 2008 (11:13 am)
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Replying to: gent70360 (Nov 10, 2008 10:32 am)

I'm sure it will be available shortly - I'm sure it's the different type of key security (longer range vs. the very short range PATS key) and/or a different computer interface.
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Re: No remote start for push button iginition [akirby] by gregg_vw
Nov 10, 2008 (11:21 am)
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Replying to: akirby (Nov 10, 2008 11:13 am)

Everyone has their own taste and each of us likes different toys. For myself, I am not inclined to think that warming up a modern car makes any sense. They always start at the first turn of a key or button, and the heat comes up fast from heater and seats. Nothing good about idling a car to warm up its mechanicals either...the suspension, tires, differential, etc. all need for the car to move in order for the warming up to happen. Mostly, I think of the woman at work with a rather clap trap GM product who who turns on the engine and lights remotely as she is heading to the car across the parking lot, and then I hear the engine knock, the too loud exhaust and imagine that little bit of self-esteem she apparently draws from that level of control.

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