What 's the Best/Worst of the LS? in your opinion
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JRiffe108
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I wish that the initial launch was smoother. It feels like the transmission has a high stall. The transmission is just too jerky and unstable.
Also, the popping door syndrome. The metal used in the doorjamb where the door sensor mounts is too thin which results in the driver and passenger front doors to pop when opening and closing. I'm sure everyone knows what im talking about.
I would also appreciate just a hair, no pun intended, more headroom.
I really enjoy driving my LS. I drive a 2007 Dodge Charger R/T 12 hours a day in all weather conditions and at all speeds. My Dodge is smoother shifting under light throttle application, but gets the job done when wide open.
Better brakes wouldn't hurt either.
Projector headlamps to better illuminate the road, the HID's are good but leave a bit to be desired.
Other than the few little things that prevent the LS from being the "Perfect" lux sedan, this car is very impressive for a mass produced, American made, well priced sedan.
An AWD MKS, with twin turbo, that would be the only reason to sell my LS.
Also, the popping door syndrome. The metal used in the doorjamb where the door sensor mounts is too thin which results in the driver and passenger front doors to pop when opening and closing. I'm sure everyone knows what im talking about.
I would also appreciate just a hair, no pun intended, more headroom.
I really enjoy driving my LS. I drive a 2007 Dodge Charger R/T 12 hours a day in all weather conditions and at all speeds. My Dodge is smoother shifting under light throttle application, but gets the job done when wide open.
Better brakes wouldn't hurt either.
Projector headlamps to better illuminate the road, the HID's are good but leave a bit to be desired.
Other than the few little things that prevent the LS from being the "Perfect" lux sedan, this car is very impressive for a mass produced, American made, well priced sedan.
An AWD MKS, with twin turbo, that would be the only reason to sell my LS.
beechcraft11
Active LVC Member
pretty much all those ^ and the headliner keeps falling down and looks bad
tagliato22
Dedicated LVC Member
lots of parts are cheaply made (but thats not a problem strictly with the ls)
Dislikes:
No Aftermarket.
No Manual V8 (350 hp would have been nice too)
No (factory) Limited Slip
No bluetooth.
The wood rimmed steering wheel and shifter (changeable, I know)
2-3 upshift, 3-2 downshift
Inability to check tranny fluid
The idiots that want to park next to it
The dent my son put in it when he opened the door to the Explorer that my wife had just parked to close...
No aftermarket
Likes:
Ride & Handling balance
Size
Cooled seats
Best Headlights I've ever had
Acceleration from 30-90
Power down all windows with the key fob
THX/NAV (I need Sirius..)
2 power points in the dash + 1 in the console
Looks. Wow. This baby looks as good (better!) then it did in 2000. I met my wife for dinner last night and couldn't help but watch her leave....well yeah, both before and after she got in the car...but the LS is STILL a smoken hot car
An MKR would be an acceptable replacement (with an actual 6 speed!!!).
No Aftermarket.
No Manual V8 (350 hp would have been nice too)
No (factory) Limited Slip
No bluetooth.
The wood rimmed steering wheel and shifter (changeable, I know)
2-3 upshift, 3-2 downshift
Inability to check tranny fluid
The idiots that want to park next to it
The dent my son put in it when he opened the door to the Explorer that my wife had just parked to close...
No aftermarket
Likes:
Ride & Handling balance
Size
Cooled seats
Best Headlights I've ever had
Acceleration from 30-90
Power down all windows with the key fob
THX/NAV (I need Sirius..)
2 power points in the dash + 1 in the console
Looks. Wow. This baby looks as good (better!) then it did in 2000. I met my wife for dinner last night and couldn't help but watch her leave....well yeah, both before and after she got in the car...but the LS is STILL a smoken hot car
An MKR would be an acceptable replacement (with an actual 6 speed!!!).
stuntin_LS
Well-Known LVC Member
i likes:
handling
low and wide
comfortable front seats
power after 20-30 mph
smooth ride
radio
all the accessory stuff like heated/cooled seats
deep drunk
overall comfort level when driving
neatness of the car
sound of intake with JUST a K&N (sounds mean according to my friends sounds nice from inside)
i dislikes
trunk isnt tall
backseat room(i really think they shoulda made it 2 door sometimes)
stiff wheel sometimes
brakes
power from a stop
radio isnt LOUD enough
overall i give the car an 8 out of 10 but this is the BEST car ive owned and driven i wouldnt trade it in for anything less than luxury now because i am just in love with it... although i do want a scion TC but thats because i always wanted a 2 door 4 banger to whip around since i was 16 and i always get stuck with midsize lux sedans... haha
handling
low and wide
comfortable front seats
power after 20-30 mph
smooth ride
radio
all the accessory stuff like heated/cooled seats
deep drunk
overall comfort level when driving
neatness of the car
sound of intake with JUST a K&N (sounds mean according to my friends sounds nice from inside)
i dislikes
trunk isnt tall
backseat room(i really think they shoulda made it 2 door sometimes)
stiff wheel sometimes
brakes
power from a stop
radio isnt LOUD enough
overall i give the car an 8 out of 10 but this is the BEST car ive owned and driven i wouldnt trade it in for anything less than luxury now because i am just in love with it... although i do want a scion TC but thats because i always wanted a 2 door 4 banger to whip around since i was 16 and i always get stuck with midsize lux sedans... haha
CashmereLS
Active LVC Member
Best --- Looks, interior, smooth a$$ ride.
Worst --- 1) The fuqn beeps telling you every 10 miles "LOW FUEL" when your under 50 miles to go.
2) Aftermarket support
3) Lug pattern
4) The "jerking" associated with a crap tranny and/or the infamous coil problem
5) Clogged cats
Worst --- 1) The fuqn beeps telling you every 10 miles "LOW FUEL" when your under 50 miles to go.
2) Aftermarket support
3) Lug pattern
4) The "jerking" associated with a crap tranny and/or the infamous coil problem
5) Clogged cats
steagle
Dedicated LVC Member
Likes:
1) The design, especially exterior. Very European. It always reminded me of the Mafia Sentinel in GTA 3
2) Smooth and ultra-quiet ride (assuming you are sticking with some stock engine parts)
3) Enough power to drive in most conditions and traffic
4) Very capable handling, cornering, & turning radius
Dislikes:
1) Some cheap parts & systems design, including leaky valve cover gaskets, cheap coolant reservoir, window regulators, clockspring, leaky headlights and taillights, no tranny dipstick, etc...
2) Very little headroom for taller drivers (i'm only 6', and it's annoying)
3) The incessant PCM beeps when you have low fuel
4) Jerky acceleration from 40-60mph (at least in my LS)
5) Clunky transmission shifts between park & reverse, and park & drive
6) Basically no aftermarket industry but there are some good things out there thanks to LSKoncepts and eBay
7) Ultimately, it's a Ford
1) The design, especially exterior. Very European. It always reminded me of the Mafia Sentinel in GTA 3
2) Smooth and ultra-quiet ride (assuming you are sticking with some stock engine parts)
3) Enough power to drive in most conditions and traffic
4) Very capable handling, cornering, & turning radius
Dislikes:
1) Some cheap parts & systems design, including leaky valve cover gaskets, cheap coolant reservoir, window regulators, clockspring, leaky headlights and taillights, no tranny dipstick, etc...
2) Very little headroom for taller drivers (i'm only 6', and it's annoying)
3) The incessant PCM beeps when you have low fuel
4) Jerky acceleration from 40-60mph (at least in my LS)
5) Clunky transmission shifts between park & reverse, and park & drive
6) Basically no aftermarket industry but there are some good things out there thanks to LSKoncepts and eBay
7) Ultimately, it's a Ford
owlman
Dedicated LVC Member
Likes: handling/steering feel
Dislikes: interior rattles
Dislikes: interior rattles
Likes: Style, gas mileage(MINe) Handling, select shift, heated seats, typical luxury points.
Dislikes: More aftermarket support, more power... drives rough on rough roads.
Other than that, I love my car...
Dislikes: More aftermarket support, more power... drives rough on rough roads.
Other than that, I love my car...
exceptionaLS
Dedicated LVC Member
Tiny cup holders. VCGs. Brakes. Premium gas.
workin_ike
Well-Known LVC Member
Likes:
1) The design, I picked this over a 300C only because of the interior..
2) Not many people pimp them, I have no friends pimp any Lincoln let alone an LS. Most of them are Rice Burner wanna be's.
3) Enough power. Should have had 300hp-350hp though.
4) Already sweet, dont need high modifications to improve them car to my liking.
5) I just enjoy driving it.
6) Upshifting in SST mode.
Dislikes:
1) No tranny stick, cant check or service outside of the dealer
2) The Lack of power for its class
3) 5X108 and cant fit 22's safely
4) Jerky Transmission when down shifting in SST mode
5) Should have offered AWD
6) No aftermarket support except few things from LSKoncepts and eBay
7) HID's are sweet but could have been much brighter
8) "Ultimately, it's a Ford" Quoting: mnmridg
1) The design, I picked this over a 300C only because of the interior..
2) Not many people pimp them, I have no friends pimp any Lincoln let alone an LS. Most of them are Rice Burner wanna be's.
3) Enough power. Should have had 300hp-350hp though.
4) Already sweet, dont need high modifications to improve them car to my liking.
5) I just enjoy driving it.
6) Upshifting in SST mode.
Dislikes:
1) No tranny stick, cant check or service outside of the dealer
2) The Lack of power for its class
3) 5X108 and cant fit 22's safely
4) Jerky Transmission when down shifting in SST mode
5) Should have offered AWD
6) No aftermarket support except few things from LSKoncepts and eBay
7) HID's are sweet but could have been much brighter
8) "Ultimately, it's a Ford" Quoting: mnmridg
HyeLifeLS
Dedicated LVC Member
looooooooooool
HyeLifeLS
Dedicated LVC Member
Likes: Handling, feels very secure on the highway, looks big time, the fact that it's rare especially in my color.
Hates: Tranny sucks and the first gear is too long. Center consol under the armrest sucks booty.
Hates: Tranny sucks and the first gear is too long. Center consol under the armrest sucks booty.
DaBuDkReW
Active LVC Member
i HATE, window regulators, im going to install my 4th one right now
eastcoastLS
Dedicated LVC Member
likes: safety rating and the way it drives at interstate speeds
dislikes: expensive repairs
dislikes: expensive repairs
jolinc01
Dedicated LVC Member
I dislike the annoying mystery beep
Hundred44Spokes
Well-Known LVC Member
Likes: Gorgeous car, drives beautifully, nice street presence.
Dislike: How unreliable mine was.
Loved the car to death.
Dislike: How unreliable mine was.
Loved the car to death.
Likes:
Great Road Car. Not the most room but great long trip driving car.
Dislikes :
- Funny Brake pedal feel.
- Annoying Seat Belt Buzzer, Goes off when you leave a Passanger in the Car in Park with no one in the seat, standing still.
- Lack of front compartmental storage space.
- Heater that blow cold air at idle when engine is warm.
- Plastic peices that break all the time all over the car.
Great Road Car. Not the most room but great long trip driving car.
Dislikes :
- Funny Brake pedal feel.
- Annoying Seat Belt Buzzer, Goes off when you leave a Passanger in the Car in Park with no one in the seat, standing still.
- Lack of front compartmental storage space.
- Heater that blow cold air at idle when engine is warm.
- Plastic peices that break all the time all over the car.
Seat belt chimes can be turned off. I turned mine off via reading the manual.
tagliato22
Dedicated LVC Member
was that the guy who tried to say he just got the brand new mercedes?