Test Driving A 1985 Mint Crown Vic LTD 53k miles - Departing To Sema

[@AJ-rg6bl]

Love this car. As a kid, we had a silver one. Drove smoothly. Took many family road trips in it. Good times.

[@prestonrobert2625]

85 mph. on a 1985. Flat out this is very rewarding for the brain in the morning. Did a 100mph in Mexico yesterday in my Black Lincoln Town Car. I miss my screaming 390's the hotter they run the faster the go. This is a statement of Good Luck in Vegas. Because of you people are reminded of Jesus which trips my odometer to infinity. Be Blessed...

[@jeffreynowak1294]

Thank you for the video, brings back memories. Those 80's Crown Vics were great smooth riding cars, like a land yacht. Too bad that it still doesn't have the original turn dial radio with the lever to switch between AM and FM.

[@DonRRicks]

My parents’ last car was an 84 Mercury Grand Marquis. Thanks for taking me along on the test drive because it brings back some great memories,

[@FordBossMe]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@santinocappellaro7468]

Hey Rich great video I also have a 1987 crown Vic LTD LX has 30,000 original miles it's my daily driver it was a barn find never driven in the winter time never seen salt has factory dual exhaust with the h pipe 355 posi rear end and the police wheels from what I was told it's a pretty rare car but I enjoy driving her 😎

[@troublemakingpups5787]

That sweet ride is bringing back memories. Enjoy Sema! 🙂🐶🐕

[@MySparkle888]

I love old body on frame 80's sedans. I remeber these cars from when I was a kid.

[@czechmate6916]

I like this body style more than the later ones. Somebody loves that car as much as you and I. Sure would have liked to have seen more of it . 😢

[@edmccandlish520]

stunning car !!!!!! thanks for sharing. I've had 3 crown vics over the years, including a 91. last of the square bodies. always smooth, reliable and comfortable cars.

[@beaverc2884]

OH BOY do I remember working on those. They drive like your sitting in a lazy-boy recliner, soooooooo comfortable. 🙂

[@Caf1972]

Beautiful car. Much respect for the owner wanting to keep her in good running condition.

[@chrisjenkins3149]

this car takes me back, those were some well built cars

[@dangleebols]

Have fun with Ray 🙂

[@davidfleishman2275]

That Crown Vic is a great piece.Tough to find a shop to work on it I bet.Where I am most shops will not work on problem older vehicles.Nobody has the knowledge on them.

[@standhd]

Enjoy your trip! My Uncle had a n 87 Lincoln Town car. Seeing you drive this car brings memories! Stay Blessed.

[@blairarthur302]

Another great Crown Vic from St Thomas Ontario Canada

[@stoker261]

Have fun at SEMA. Ray’s waiting for you!

[@danlevesque5437]

Maybe they are both going to meet up and do a video together 👍

[@stoker261]

@@danlevesque5437 they’re at the same booth. I’m hoping for a few videos.

[@FordBossMe]

We got a funny one coming

[@snizzytown5217]

I haven’t seen an old CFI car in a long time. Good to see her still going. Good Luck at Sema brother.

[@michaelchan8915]

Those were nice cars. I vaguely recall the TV rods would tend to stick a little on these cars, particularly ones not driven daily, would likely explain your transmission symptom described in the video. Those AOD transmissions were super simple compared to the 6R80s, 10R80s and 10R140s of today.

[@gencreeper6476]

AOD may be simple but theyre weaker than a paper straw

[@dannyk1980]

I just revived a ‘90 country squire, love that wagon. That LTD is a beaut

[@FordBossMe]

Beautiful

[@THEMOWERMEDIC1]

Wow, what a time capsule I guess 1985 still had a carburetor since you mentioned it kicked down when you pop the pedal When I was 18 l I had a 1986 F150 that was EFI and I think that was probably maybe a year into fuel injection for the Ford 5.0 engine thanks for sharing this awesome piece of automotive Nostalgia rich

[@2StallGarage]

Years ago, I had an 87 F150 with EFI. 2 different shops tried but couldn’t get it figured out. Never did run correctly. 🔧🤷🏻‍♂️

[@THEMOWERMEDIC1]

@@2StallGarage That’s weird it was a very basic analog fuel injection system

[@FordBossMe]

Center Fire Injection isn't that wat it was called?

[@monroe7403]

Ford went to EFI on the 5.0 in 1986 for the Crown Vic, probably the F150 as well.

[@Mountainbaseddweller]

Throttle body injection or central fuel injection most likely.

[@samsquires2877]

My friend from church has a 1989 grand marquis with the 302 EFI in it has around 115-120k miles and its darn near as clean as this one. He take excellent care of it and babies it.

[@jonclassical5710]

WOW...a trip back in time.....I was a Ford guy starting in 1965!

[@spacecat7247]

Had a friend that had the two-door version. Those were great cars and that aod transmission was so smooth. And all the operating systems were so much more simple. They were bulletproof and they rode well. I had an 89 Grand Marquis and it was basically the same way. The transmission chatter you were mentioning.... yes they wanted to get right to Overdrive for reasons of gas mileage and sometimes the transmission would hunt a little bit.

[@Danzilly]

My grandmother's friend had one of these when I was a kid. Wish ford would bring back the rwd sedan I miss them!

[@billymcmanus9642]

That was the first car i got when I got my driver's license in 1992 but mine was powder blue with the navy blue landau vinyl roof mine had the vent windows on the front doors it had 67,000 miles on & original spark plugs and wires it was a 1 owner before me. My favorite car

[@marshmower]

My granddad would approve. He had an 86 he inherited but always had Fords and there was an old wrecked LTD rusting away in a ditch behind the property. He boasted about body on frame cars. He could plant a garden and grow nearly anything. Namely, extremely hot peppers. He loved to watch Fresh Prince of Bel Aire too. Hated Seinfeld for some reason. Said it wasn't funny. Well it was a show about nothing after all.

[@jimmyhorton8297]

Cool car, like driving a couch. My dad had a Ford LTD when I was a kid, loved riding in that car.

[@monroe7403]

Nice, hope the owner doesn't plan to drive it in the winter. I have a 1987 2-door Crown Vic that was my first car....it's been sitting about 10 years now because of frame rot. A lot of the old Panther frames rotted from the AC dripping condensation into them, hope this car is solid.

[@TXCherokee]

Wow looks cold and rainy there. Light rain here in Texas too. Enjoy SEMA Rich with Ray at the JM3 booth

[@gerardmccarthy2432]

There was a service bulletin /recall on the trans tv bushing. The original plastic bushing would break and would burn up the overdrive band. Kit came with brass bushing and retaining clip. Love the AOD.

[@97delkron]

i agree. i recently picked up a 92 buick roadmaster with 48,000 miles. it needed some work but well worth it. the ride quality is incredible compared to new. good ones are still out there. just gotta take the time to look and be prepared to put some work into them.

[@m3vt2seffn]

Back in the '80s I learned how to drive in the exact same car that you are driving that was my first car that I had I nicknamed it the Sherman tank because it was actually made out of real metal not the stuff that's made today I love that car I forgot it wouldn't pass smog or it had too many miles on it already yeah I loved it

[@hm12460]

Nice car. I would love to have a 2 door. '87 was the last year for the 2 door Crown Vic/LTD.

[@carminecrapanzano1407]

Wow it's been too long since I've see one in that condition. They were great driving and riding vehicles. I had several over the years. They all had that slight problem with overdrive. It was still a new idea in 85 didn't get all the bugs out yet. There was a slight delay in the downshift from overdrive on quick and aggressive acceleration. Otherwise as perfect car. I'd love to own that one myself. Glad someone is giving it the love and attention.

[@carminecrapanzano1407]

Where can I see the rest of the video? I was only able to find the test drive? Eager to see the whole video on the Crown Victoria

[@MrTomengle]

Bought one brand new. One of the best cars I ever owned. So were my 5 Taurus cars.

[@wesoblander3648]

Be safe in your travels, Rich :)

[@2StallGarage]

Morning Wes! Have a great day. ☀️

[@wesoblander3648]

@@2StallGarage , good morning to you as well! Enjoy your day :)

[@timschmidt3784]

My grandparents had one of these but theirs was black with red pinstriping. My grandfather kept it in immaculate condition. Whenever we had a family gathering, my grandmother used to say, "We can take our car. It seats six comfortably."

[@kaafromoz]

That was a trip back in time mate TY, what a real gem I do hope the customer buys it and treats her the same as her now owner as that is a rare rare find now days. Ty for showing us that beauty. Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘👍👍❤❤

[@reedvending2384]

My 91 351 interceptor was still my favorite car. The long sweeping 140mph speedo was awesome. Even had a line and a valve off of the fuel line on the carb to give people gas. I found a old cobra style hood scoop that matched the hood lines perfect. It almost looked stock. Im sure the trans would probably benefit from the upgraded over drive servo and a check the TV cable grommets and pressure. Keep the aod alive.

[@herbienbrian2]

You mean like a little auxillary tap to give civillians gas? That's cool! You would never see that now 🙂

[@fpaltenhoff86]

My first car was a 91 ltd crown vic. Miss that boat the most out of every car I’ve ever owned

[@2StallGarage]

Good morning. Have a great trip.

[@FordBossMe]

Thanks - It'll be fun my sure

[@alb12345672]

I wish I kept mine. Timing did it in. It lasts a long time but there is a weak spot in the timing system. Mine was white with red interior. So comfortable! I had a trip computer where the clock is. Those also may benefit from that transmission bushing kickdown repair. Very easy repair that can save the trans.

[@FordBossMe]

Part number or website link?

[@thetinpin]

@@FordBossMeBrass throttle valve cable bushing p/n F3SZ-7H303-B I had to put one of those on my 87 Lincoln Town Car back in the day. God I miss that car! 🥰😔

[@alb12345672]

@@thetinpin I posted a long comment with links but it got blocked. But that is the part number! !!! Very important part!!

[@2491kridge]

Imagine if they still made interior seats like on these old boats lol, so damn comfortable like you’re sitting on a couch

[@matth5309]

I hope they have you do a timing chain on it if not already done. 85 had plastic coated timing gears that deteriorate from just age. My 85 had 34k when I picked it up in 2019. Tore the timing cover off right away and was shocked at the slop in the chain. Bent valves were not far off.

[@HypocriticYT]

Hard to believe this car is 38 years old!😮

[@kissfan003]

It's so odd for there not to be a tach.. Very Cool!!!

[@HypocriticYT]

6am, I’m still asleep for three more hours 😮 Good luck with your endeavour 😊

[@stvkomer]

When I was a teen my dad bought me a 84 crown Vic with 40k miles. It was a beauty but my dumbass crashed it 😆 after I blew the trans in my first car, a 79 Lincoln Mark V. I wish I had taken care of those cars they can't be replaced 😞

[@mlieser1230]

What a beautiful car. Nice and simple, just the way I like them. Have a great time at SEMA. Rainman Ray will need a chaperone to keep him in line. If left to his own devices there is no telling what mayhem he will create. 🤣🤣😺😺

[@billymcmanus9642]

Mine did that also it bucked a little bit when I got up to speed i had it checked & they said it was normal. I miss how it floated down the highway and the speed got away from you if you didn't pay attention. It just floats down the highway i paid $3,495 for mine back in 92 lol

[@danlevesque5437]

I had a 86 Pontiac Parisienne and I was floating on a cloud down the road back when quality mattered

[@karlkascha1261]

Good morning Rich. Have a great time at SEMA. I had an 85 crown Victoria wagon, back in 1990. It would consistently get 32 mpg with a full load on the highway with the AC running. It had throttle body fuel injection. I bought a 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis a couple of years later. Also from a salt free environment. Unfortunately, the best that I ever did was 28 mpg on the highway. Both were definitely great cars. My Mercury was like driving a Town Car of that era. It was equipped with everything except a moon roof. Damn, I hate these new bland cars.

[@FordBossMe]

I agree

[@aliadam575]

🇺🇸🇨🇦❇⚓🥂🍾🥂⚓❇🇺🇸🇨🇦.....Safe travels Admiral! & that classic LTD is quite noticable in older movies & TV shows as it was an iconic vehicle for many years together with it's competitor & rival the classic 80s Chevy Caprice Classics.....

[@joeknowz4898]

Its been 12 years since I've been on a plane...I wouldn't know how to get on one today....I think this has to be the most destroyed cars in cinema history. My uncle had the Mercury Colony Park wagon... even with the fake wood grain... what a couch....

[@jo6520]

I was on the express way with my ltd instrument panel I barrier the speed needle in the gas gauge

[@juanram2007]

🔥🔥 what a beauty!

[@jamram9924]

The doors alone weight more than a new Fore Escape 😅

[@mysticstarhf9265]

Amazing.

[@dt254]

Be safe rich lol crusin' in Tha old skool

[@thebaldmechanichardatheari1124]

Remember the sound of them starting. Hope it doesn’t have that variable venture carb, they were horrible. Have a good SEMA experience.

[@FordBossMe]

It has the center fire injection tbi style

[@Joesmusclecargarage]

@@FordBossMeCentral Fuel Injection

[@alb12345672]

Better inspect that transmission kickdown what you describe! It is adjustable too. THere is no computer controlled trans. The mechanical lever controls shifting.

[@Joesmusclecargarage]

AODs don’t use a “kickdown”. They use a TV rod/cable 🤣

[@alb12345672]

@@Joesmusclecargarage Still the bushing can wear out and wreck it!

[@snizzytown5217]

They used to have a problem with the bushing on the AOD TV rod. That may be rotten man.

[@dougb3699]

Yes, the plastic bushing breaks and then the transmission eats itself.

[@snizzytown5217]

@@dougb3699 it burns out the overdrive band every time.

[@scottmagoch5367]

Hey Rich,cool old ford,does that have the variable venturi 302? Have a safe trip!!

[@FordBossMe]

Cfi

[@FordBossMe]

Central Fuel Injection

[@Joesmusclecargarage]

There was no VV in 1985 🤣

[@scottmagoch5367]

@@Joesmusclecargarage sorry man ,might have been a year off🕵

[@scottmagoch5367]

@@Joesmusclecargarage just looked at applications,used the vv until 89😅🤣

[@Mattea68]

they sure dont build em like this anymore

[@safutos]

had one in 98 trunk was the best before i bought it had to see if my wife would fit

[@jo6520]

Be careful putting the heat on high it might take 30 min but it can cook a steak with the old heaters

[@fighttheswine]

Does that have EFI?

[@bigcrowfly]

No rear window defroster: Car was likely from the South🏖 or the Southwest🌵.😎

[@davidrasch3082]

I'm doing my best to keep my 2011 Ford taurus naturally aspirated 3.5l in top condition. Only 92,000 miles.

[@FordBossMe]

Right at about 110 to 120,000 miles the water pump starts to leak on those so you may want to get ahead of it now I've seen them up to 150-160,000 Miles without leaking but it's about a $2,500 job you may want to get ahead of that water pump again it's up to you but statistically about 110,000 to 120,000 is when they start leaking

[@davidrasch3082]

@@FordBossMe THANX. We will be movd by then to S.C. so I will have more time. BTW, I use OEM parts and lubes and the best tires I can afford

[@procrastinatingnerd]

Probably wouldn't hurt to recommend a trans fluid and filter Change, NOT a flush, but just drop the pan and change the fluid that comes out and the filter.

[@Quis85]

Please no one curse me for saying this but I'm going to say it. FYI just my opinion. I'm so glad I was born in 85. I had a chance to experience what vehicles use to be like and the ride quality. My dream vehicle for a first i wanted was a Buick Century 88. When I tell you the ride was smooth as if you were driving a Cadillac. Long distance family rides were comfortable as fuck. My second favorite which i actually bought as a first car for 1500, 87 Cadillac Seville. Didn't have ac but the ride quality oh my gosh! If I made the money I do now back then. I would still have it! I cried when I had to let it go on a trade. But I couldn't afford it. Unlike most. I didn't have parents who had money like that to help me keep up with the regular maintenance. 😭😭. Mind you I'm 16, 17 and 18 when I let it go. Yes back then you could drive long as you were going to school and work. I didn't need a adult with me. But I had a job since age of 12 so that's how I saved up to get my first car. Thanks to Winn Dixie 😂. Making 5.25hr. Back then that was alot of money to us young teens lol. Nevertheless just my opinion those vehicles are way better than what we drive today. Only thing today's vehicles have over the old stuff is. All the technology stuff. But ride comfort and easy maintenance for the DIYer. I'll take a old classic any day lol. The Cadillac were before there time with the technology stuff. Even the 87 Cadillac Seville i had the in dash computer system told you gas mileage car, diagnostics and what needed to be fixed amongst other cool things. Oh in the engine in those things oh my gosh. Again if I made the money I make now and in my late 20s. I'll still have my first car lol. Oh yeah I forgot about to seats front and back. Talk about soft and comfortable 😍🥰😍🥰.

[@f2cmadmaxx]

153,000 surely?

[@FordBossMe]

No 53k

[@f2cmadmaxx]

@@FordBossMe That's impressive for a near 40 year old car.

[@SamCanada1]

👍

[@joserafaelgrangefuenmayor7744]

Me gusta el carro

[@billymcmanus9642]

I would give my left arm for another one

[@FleaMarketJohn]

Enjoy! 🇺🇲👍

[@db8823]

Aircraft carrier.

[@prestonrobert2625]

85 mph. on a 1985. Flat out this is very rewarding for the brain in the morning. Did a 100mph in Mexico yesterday in my Black Lincoln Town Car. I miss my screaming 390's the hotter they run the faster the go. This is a statement of Good Luck in Vegas. Because of you people are reminded of Jesus which trips my odometer to infinity. Be Blessed...