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1LNLM81W5VY739436-1997-lincoln-towncar-0
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1997 LINCOLN TOWNCARVIN: 1LNLM81W5VY739436

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Sales History
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Sale Prices
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Historical Records

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Available historical records for VIN 1LNLM81W5VY739436
Latest reported mileage: 921 mi
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2023-12-16
6 months ago
39,193 mi
Vehicle sold
MILEAGE INCONSISTENCY
2022-04-26
2 years ago
15,479 mi
Passed emissions inspection
2020-10-17
4 years ago
36,920 mi
Vehicle serviced
40,000 mile service performed

Sale Record

Sale Date
5 years ago
Latest Bid
Odometer
5809 mi
Location
Louisville, KY, 40206
sold
Has Keys:Hidden text
Engine Starts:Hidden text
Run & Drive:Hidden text
Year1997
TitleHidden text (Hidden text)
ODO 2452 mi (Hidden text)
DamageHidden text, Hidden text
Estimated Retail Value$8675
Estimated Repair Cost$3369 (786%)
SellerHidden text (Hidden text)
LocationLouisville, KY, 40206
Date
ended 5 years ago
Sale Website Typesalvage or insurance auction
Notes
Hidden text
sale information provided by user #291720
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Tech Specs
Body StyleSEDAN 4D
ColorGOLD
TransmissionAUTOMATIC
Engine4.6L 8
DriveRear-wheel drive
Fuel TypeGAS

Sales & Winner Bids

This car appeared in sales 393 times.

LocationDateHighest Bid
Hidden text2020-07-06$882 (KY, USA)
188+ bids in total

Model Analytics & Market Report

We've analyzed more than 10 sales records of this model and here are some numbers.
The average price for used 1997 LINCOLN TOWNCAR nowadays in is $0.
Estimated mileage driven per year is 9,061 miles.
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Price vs Mileage

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VIN Decoder — 31 records

Engine
Displacement (CC)

Engine displacement (in cubic centimeters) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

4604.764984
Displacement (CI)

Engine displacement (in cubic inches) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

281
Displacement (L)

Engine displacement (in liters) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

4.6
Engine Brake (hp) From

Engine brake is the horsepower (hp) at the engine output shaft. Engine Brake (hp) From is the lower value of the range.

190
Engine Brake (hp) To

Engine brake is the horsepower (hp) at the engine output shaft. Engine Brake (hp) To is the upper value of the range.

210
Engine Configuration

Engine configuration defines how engine cylinders are arranged. Common values are V6 for V-shaped arrangement, I4 or L4 for in-line arrangement.

V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer

This data element captures the name of the engine manufacturer.

Ford
Engine Number of Cylinders

This is a numerical field to store the number of cylinders in an engine. Common values for passenger cars are 4 or 6.

8
Fuel Type - Primary

Fuel type defines the fuel used to power the vehicle. For vehicles that have two power sources, such as plug-in hybrid vehicle, both primary fuel type and secondary fuel type will be provided.

Gasoline
Other Engine Info

This is a catch-all field for storing additional engine information that does not fit in any of the other engine fields.

EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection, Romeo Engine Plant
Valve Train Design

Valve train design defines engine camshaft design and control. Common values are single overhead cam (SOHC), dual overhead cam (DOHC), overhead valve (OHV), etc.

Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Exterior / Body
Body Class

Body Class presents the body type based on 49 CFR 565.12(b): "Body type means the general configuration or shape of a vehicle distinguished by such characteristics as the number of doors or windows, cargo-carrying features and the roofline (e.g., sedan, fastback, hatchback)." Definitions are not provided for individual body types in the regulation.

Sedan/Saloon
Doors

This is a numerical field to store the number of doors on a vehicle.

4
Exterior / Dimension
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the lower bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the higher bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
General
Make

Per 49 CFR 565, Make is a name that a manufacturer applies to a group of vehicles or engines.

LINCOLN
Manufacturer Name
Name of the vehicle manufacturer.
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Model

Per 49 CFR 565, Model means a name that a manufacturer applies to a family of vehicles of the same type, make, line, series and body type.

Town Car
Model Year

If the model year (MY) is supplied when the VIN is decoded, such as from a crash report or a vehicle registration record, the MY value will be the supplied MY, even if the MY decoded from the VIN differs from the supplied MY. If the MY is not supplied when the VIN is decoded, the MY value will be decoded from the 10th character in the VIN.

1997
Note

Note is used to store any additional information that does not correspond to any of the specified fields on the interface. This is a catch-all element for systems other than for engine, restraint system, brake and battery. Engine, restraint system, brake, and battery have their own note elements.

Body Code: FC
Plant City

This data element captures the city of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

WIXOM
Plant Country

This data element captures the country of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant State

This data element captures the State or Province name within the Plant Country of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

MICHIGAN
Series

Per 49 CFR 565, Series means a name that a manufacturer applies to a subdivision of a "line" denoting price, size or weight identification and that is used by the manufacturer for marketing purposes.

Executive
Vehicle Type

This field defines the type of the vehicle based on the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI).

PASSENGER CAR
Internal
NCSA Body Type

An internal NHTSA field to capture the body type of the vehicle.

4-door sedan, hardtop
NCSA Make

An internal NHTSA field to capture the Make of the vehicle.

Lincoln
NCSA Model

An internal NHTSA field to capture the Model of the vehicle.

Continental (thru '81)/ Town Car
Passive Safety System
Other Restraint System Info

Other Restraint Info field is used to code additional information about restraint system that cannot be coded in any other restraint fields.

Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Seat Belt Type

This field describes the type of seat belt, such as manual or automatic. Automatic seat belts automatically close over riders in a vehicle. Automatic seat belts were mainly used in some older model GM, Nissan, and Honda vehicles and are rarely seen now.

Manual
Passive Safety System / Air Bag Location
Front Air Bag Locations

This field captures the location of frontal air bags. Frontal air bags are generally designed to deploy in "moderate to severe" frontal or near-frontal crashes.

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
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Frequently asked questions
The depreciation rate can be influenced by factors such as the vehicle's condition, mileage, market demand, and the pace of technological advancements in newer models.
Yes, the window sticker includes environmental ratings such as greenhouse gas scores and smog ratings, which reflect the vehicle's environmental impact.
Gray market status, if noted, indicates the 1997 LINCOLN was imported outside official channels, potentially affecting its compliance with local regulations and parts availability.
To minimize depreciation costs, consider purchasing a model known for retaining its value or opting for a slightly used vehicle that has already undergone initial depreciation.
Safety recall reports, if available, detail the nature of the defect, risk severity, and recommended actions, ensuring the safety and reliability of the 1997 LINCOLN vehicle.
The window sticker for 1997 LINCOLN vehicles provides emissions information including compliance with federal or state standards and the vehicle's environmental impact ratings.
A VIN decoder can uncover discrepancies such as mismatches in reported and actual vehicle specifications, including year, model, and equipment, which can indicate potential fraud or errors in listings.
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