The town car is the last great American Car, body on frame, rear wheel drive. Nothing rides like a Lincoln - solid, smooth and quiet. Not only reliable, but cheap and easy to fix, as the panther platform includes crown civs and marquis. The panthers were the last of their kind, because they were the best. Although old fashioned, Ford could have kept selling them forever they are just made that well. Rear air suspension works well, transmission is 4 auto, 4.6 2v ford engine, dual exhaust. Torque is more than enough for a fast merge. average 18 MPG, 23 high@75. Cruises all day. ABS works well. Side impacts Ok in panthers with side bags, part of all town cars. Insurance data suggests low risk, cheap to insure. Paints stand up well. Bench seats front and back. Good quality leather. Side airbags.