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 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII

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Introduction  -  New/Revised This Year  -  Models: LSC/Base  -  Engine  -  Suspension  -  Options

Color Combos  -  Marketing  -  Competition  -  Warranty  -  VIN/VC Info  -  Other Facts

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Introduction

Unlike the 1994 model, which saw only a few minor changes, the 1995 model features a number of interior and exterior changes, along with a new trim level option. The 'Base' model was joined mid-year by an LSC (Luxury Sport Coupe) model. Several changes were made to the interior of the car, specifically to the center console area. Early in production, Lincoln also added the 'InTech System' to the Mark VIII, which consisted of changes to the computer and engine to increase service intervals and incorporate a 'limp-home' mode to reduce breakdowns.

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1995 Mark VIII    1996 Mark VIII Interior

New/Revised This Year

Interior:

 Exterior:

Functional/Other:

Discontinued This Year:

Interior:

Exterior:

 

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 Models Available This Year

Base Model:

    The 'Base' model of the Mark VIII was the highest selling model for the 1995 year. It offers the most exterior and interior color choices, and can be identified by a thin chrome strip embedded into the bodyside moldings and bumpers. Improvements over the 1994 model include a revised rear bumper with extended exhaust tips, the InTech system, and a revised center console with a new, larger radio. The automatic climate control module (EATC) now features an improved faceplate, with stronger buttons that are less likely to crack and have an improved feel (late availability). Most of the interior switchgear is now color-keyed to the interior color, which gives the interior a cleaner look. A new 10-disc CD changer is lighter than the previous model. A new wheel design lends to a sportier appearance.

1995 Engine Bay    1995 Center console    1995 Center console detail

Driver's door with color-keyed switch gear    1995 computer message center    Gauge cluster

Standard Features

 LSC Model:

    The 'LSC' model was introduced midyear 1995. LSC model cars benefit from improvements made to the Base model, and were available in a limited number of exterior and interior color choices. Power ratings are increased to 290hp and 295 ft/lbs torque by using a true dual exhaust system. Luminarc headlights (High Intensity Discharge, or HID) were also part of the package (early LSCs used the standard halogen headlights). Sales numbers for the LSC are much lower than the Base model, with a production run limited to 5000 units.

1995 LSC Floormats    1995 LSC Front

 

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The Engine

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The Suspension System

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Options

Factory Installed Optional Equipment:

    Like previous years, the Mark VIII has a long list of standard features, and a short list of options. Below is a listing of factory installed optional equipment. Factory installed means that these options were installed before the dealer received the vehicle. Options installed by the dealer upon arrival or customer request are dealer installed options, and are covered below.

 

1995 Available Factory Options

Area

Option

Code

MSRP

Notes

Powertrain

 

California Emissions

422

$100.00

NA w/High Altitude Use 428

California Emissions NR

423

 

Sold in Cali for non-Cali Use

High Altitude Use

428

 

NA w/California Emissions 422

High Altitude Use NR

429

 

Sold in High Alt for non-High Alt use

Tire/Wheels

 

Painted Directional

64J

$50.00

10-Spoke Version

Chrome Directional

64U

$845.00

20-Spoke Version

Audio

 

JBL Audio System

916

$565.00

 

CD Changer 10-Disc

919

$815.00

Requires 916 JBL system

Other Options

 

LSC Package

 

$1,500.00

See Model Descriptions

Engine Block Heater

41H

$60.00

 

Front License Plate Bracket

153

-

No Cost in req. states

Electrochromic Mirrors

61A

$215.00

Includes inside rearview and driver side mirrors

Power Moonroof

13B

$1,515.00

 

Cellular Telephone

516

$690.00

Requires 916 JBL system

Tri-Coat Paint

-

 $300.00

See Color Charts

Traction Assist

553

$215.00

 

Miscellaneous

 

Predelivery

361

 

 

Predelivery w/Undercoat

362

 

 

Predelivery w/Rustproofing

363

 

 

COV Required

79V

 

 

Local/State Ordinance Deviation

931

 

 

Off Standard Paint

933

 

Not available on Mark VIIIs. See Notes

MSRP prices from Standard Catalog of Ford 1903-2003, 3rd Ed.

Note: This information is from Ford and is dated June 1, 1994.

Because this is before production began, other options or changes might have occurred.

 

Driver's Door with JBL Audio system. Note extra grille in upper front area of door    JBL radio without CD changer controls

Factory 10-Disc CD changer    1995 LUX Radio/Cassette unit with CD changer Controls

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Dealer Installed Optional Equipment:

    Dealer installed options vary wildly. Some dealers add only minor things, such as adding aftermarket tire/wheel packages, while others add tonnau covers or complete ground effects packages. Below is Ford-Authorized optional dealer installed equipment for the 1995 Mark VIII.

 

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Interior/Exterior Color Combinations

Combination Availability:

        Only certain color combinations were available on 1995 Mark VIIIs. Below is a chart detailing available color combinations.

1995  Color Combinations

 

INTERIOR COLOR

EXTERIOR COLOR

 

Light Graphite

Willow Green

Ebony

Ivory

Saddle

Mark VIII (M91)

CODE

Z2

ZG

ZJ

ZQ

ZS

Champagne CC MET

DK

 

 

O

O

O

Evergreen Frost CC MET

FE

 

O

O

 

O

Berry Red CC MET

FJ

O

 

O

O

O

Garnet Red CC MET

GF

O

 

O

 

O

Ivory Pearlescent CC MET 3X

HA

 

O

O

O

O

Deep Jewel Green CC MET

PA

O

 

O

O

O

Med Willow Green CC MET

SH

O

O

 

 

O

Chameleon Blue CC MET

TA

O

 

 

O

 

Charcoal Grey CC MET

TR

O

 

O

 

O

Silver Frost CC MET

TS

O

 

O

 

 

Midnight Black CC MET

UA

O

 

O

O

O

Performance White CC MET

WT

O

 

O

 

O

Dark Portofino Blue CC MET

XB

O

 

 

O

 

Portofino Blue CC MET

XC

O

 

 

O

 

 

 

Light Graphite

 

Ebony

 

Saddle

LSC (M91)

CODE

D2

 

DJ

 

DY

Garnet Red Glaze CC MET

GF

O

 

O

 

O

Deep Jewel Green CC MET

PA

O

 

O

 

O

Ivory Pearlescent CC MET 3X

HA

 

 

O

 

O

Midnight Black CC

UA

O

 

O

 

O

Dark Portofino Blue CC MET

XB

O

 

 

 

 

White Opalescent CC MET 3X

WK

O

 

O

 

O

Note: CC=Clearcoat, MET=Metallic, 3X=Tri-coat, O=Available color combo

This information is directly from Ford, and is dated  June 1, 1994.

 Since this is mid-production, variations of the above are possible.

  

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1995 Marketing

    Since 1993, Lincoln had not put a great deal of money into marketing the Mark VIII.  In 1993 the Mark VIII came close to meeting Ford's expectations of sales. For 1994, sales slipped, falling far below the projected sales mark of 40,000 units. In 1995, the combination of only slight changes to the Mark and the appearance of a significantly cheaper competitor took its toll on the Mark, driving sales even lower. A new model, the Luxury Sport Coupe, or LSC, was added midyear to help the car appeal to a wider range of consumers. Advertising for the Mark was reduced yet again, with Lincoln concentrating on the all-new 1995 Continental. You can see some of these ads in the Advertising section. Magazine reviews can be found in the Magazine Archive.

Key Reasons to buy a Mark VIII:

Sales Numbers: Lincoln sold 20,782 1995 model year Mark VIIIs. Calendar year sales for Lincoln: 150,814. Model year production for Lincoln: 166,249.

Published Performance Figures: Below are published performance figures from popular car magazines. It is important to remember that a lot of variables affect these figures, such as driver skill, launch techniques, weather conditions, elevation, test track conditions, and vehicle condition.

The Competition:    The luxury coupe segment that the Mark VIII competes in has shrunk rapidly over the years, due to market trends favoring Sport/Utility vehicles. For 1995, the Mark had four major direct competitors: The new Buick Riviera, Cadillac Eldorado, and Lexus SC300/SC400 and Acura Legend coupe.

Motor Trend:    0-60: 6.6 seconds    1/4 mile:  14.8 seconds @ 96.5 mph (1995 ETC Model)

Major Specifications Comparison For 1995

 

 

 

Specification

Mark VIII

Cadillac Eldorado

Base Price

$40,300

$38,220

Engine Type

DOHC V8

DOHC V8

Engine Size

4.6L

4.6L

Horsepower

280@5500rpm

275@5600rpm

 

290@5700rpm

300@6000rpm

Torque

285@4500rpm

300@4000rpm

 

295@4500rpm

295@4400rpm

Fuel Economy

18 / 26

16 / 25

Interior Volume

97.3 Cu. Ft

100 Cu. Ft

Trunk Space

14.4 Cu. Ft

15.3 Cu. Ft

Transmission

4-sp auto

4-sp auto

Seating Capacity

5

5

 

 

Motor Trend:    0-60: 7.8 seconds    1/4 mile:  15.9 seconds @ 88.7 mph (1995 supercharged model)

Major Specifications Comparison For 1995

 

 

 

Specification

Mark VIII

Buick Riviera

Base Price

$40,300

$28,195

Engine Type

DOHC V8

OHV V6

Engine Size

4.6L

3.8L

Horsepower

280@5500rpm

205@5200rpm

 

290@5750rpm

225@5200rpm

Torque

285@4500rpm

230@4000rpm

 

295@4500rpm

275@4000rpm

Fuel Economy

18 / 26

19 / 29

Interior Volume

97.3 Cu. Ft

99.6 Cu. Ft

Trunk Space

14.4 Cu. Ft

17.4 Cu. Ft

Transmission

4-sp auto

4-sp auto

Seating Capacity

5

5 or 6

 

 

Lexus SC400/SC300-    Lexus has steadily improved it's sporty luxury coupes since their introduction for 1992. The cars feature new grilles, taillight setups, and wheel designs. Sections of the car have been changed to meet 1997 federal crash test requirements. The cheaper, less powerful I-6 equipped SC300 gains 16-inch wheels as standard equipment. Lexus sold 8,312 1995 model-year SC300/400s.

Motor Trend:    0-60: 7.0 seconds    1/4 mile:  15.2 seconds @ 93.7 mph (1995 model)

Major Specifications Comparison For 1995

 

 

 

Specification

Mark VIII

Lexus SC400

Base Price

$40,300

$49,400

Engine Type

DOHC V8

DOHC V8

Engine Size

4.6L

4.0L

Horsepower

280@5500rpm

250@5300rpm

 

290@5750rpm

 

Torque

285@4500rpm

260@4500rpm

 

295@4500rpm

 

Fuel Economy

18 / 26

18 / 23

Interior Volume

97.3 Cu. Ft

84.7 Cu. Ft

Trunk Space

14.4 Cu. Ft

9.3 Cu. Ft

Transmission

4-sp auto

4-sp auto

Seating Capacity

5

4

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Other Information

Warranty Information:

    All 1995 Lincolns came with 'The Lincoln Commitment', a comprehensive warranty/dealer service plan.  Coverages were as follows:

 Understanding Your VIN and Vehicle Certification Label:

    There are two major forms of vehicle identification on Mark VIIIs.  The VIN number is a 17 digit number that is unique to each car, and is visible from outside the car, through the windshield in front of the driver. The VIN number can tell you the model year, engine, body type, assembly plant and serial number of the car.  The other is a vehicle certification sticker, which has the VIN, along with several other tidbits of information, such as interior and exterior colors, axle, transmission, radio, and intended sales region. To see examples of VINs and VC stickers along with an explaination for each, click on the links below:

        VIN number identification

        Vehicle Certification identification

Other Facts:

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