TimMKX

? My favorite is when people say they are going to go to another manufacturer, as if any other brand wouldn't treat them the same way when out of warranty. If you deny the extended warranty, you have now absorbed the risk once the limited warranty expires, thats just how the system works. While I agree it sucks to have to experience a potentially expensive issue on such a fairly newer car, it shouldn't be completely unexpected as thats literally the purpose of an extended warranty. If everyone just complained enough and got free "unlimited milage" repairs, then that completely devalues the warranty others, like myself, choose to pay for. Also not everyones experience will be the same. I've been driving Lincolns since the 00s, and I've never once had any major issues with any of them *knock on wood*. I always buy my Lincolns as CPO, or used but still within New Car Warranty and get the PremiumCare. But thats just me, I like to make sure that at least within the first 2-3 years of my ownership, that issues are covered. Also people have to realize that the internet can make issues seem way more widespread than it actually is, providing "confirmation bias" and demanding a free resolution. Most people online are far more apt to complain about something, while the people not experiencing the issue typically don't post online how they havn't had any issues. I've known MANY people (including myself) who have used the older "MyFord" and "MyLincoln" touch systems in multiple vehicles and never once had a problem outside of some slow/sluggish software. I'm not saying the systems performance doesn't suck (because it does), but the scope of actual catastrophic failures requiring a replacement vs just software imperfections/sluggishness, is blown way out of proportion. This is anecdotal for sure, but worth mentioning. No car manufacturer is perfect, recalls will happen, "faulty parts" will be a thing, and other issues will crop up from time to time. If you truly feel passionate about resolving a supposed "widespread" issue, speak to the service manager and/or reach out to the dealership owners themselves. If you are a supposed "good customer", they might be willing to work with you. If that doesn't work, then it'll be up to Lincoln to help "share" any of the costs of the repair. Otherwise, just look at it like akriby mentioned earlier, a warranty would cost at least 1500. If you are now experiencing a repair that is less than that cost, then you are already ahead!

Yeah, the newer cars everything wraps around you rather than being open. Kinda reminds me of the Mark VIIIs where the doors and console wrapped together. My 07 MKZ had that "flat" console look that reminded me of a F150 (not necessarily in a bad way), that was the trend in Ford/Lincolns of that era. Though, I drive for comfort so I think I prefer the plushiness and the feeling of being "compartmentalized" in a comfy cockpit over the wide open space of something like what you would find in a truck. I agree 100% about the screen. I love technology and screens have their place today, but not at the expense of the normal physical buttons for every day tasks. And voice commands suck, especially when mixed in with Siri or other assistants vs built in. I remember I was using CarPlay, and I tried to use the voice command to turn off the heated steering wheel. It didn't work, said something about how it can't control the car. I had to go to the touch screen, which took 3 or 4 presses from where I was, to turn it off. Maybe there is a way to do it, but I haven't had the patience to try to figure it out.

I think the 2016+ cars just have a plusher, more rounded interior, which can equate to feeling smaller. Ive been in a lot of Edges, Fusions, MKZs... etc over the last 10+ years, and I dont think my X is any smaller than any of those.

Hi! I just recently picked up a 2017 MKX Black Label, 2.7T AWD fully loaded, tech package, multi contour massaging seats, everything! Coming from an older MKZ Hybrid, which while I loved, was unfortunately starting to show its age, I was starting to need something a little bit less cramped (could barely fit a large suitcase in that trunk!). While I'm a huge fan of hybrid and electric cars, I just could not find one that paired the amount of comfort, quality, and luxury I wanted, that was in my price point. Plus buying in mid-late 2020, I was able to take advantage of super high trade in values, and that 1.9 APR promo direct from Lincoln! Only 25k on the odo, and still looks and smells BRAND new. Previous owner never even peeled the sticker off the trunk that shows you where the trunk release button is, and I think I might continue to keep it there lol. I've been staring at Black Labels since they were first introduced, and im super stoked to actually call one my own. This car is the perfect size for me, and now no longer need to rent a truck when I need to pick something up thats larger a couple duffle bags. My only complaint is I wish it got better MPG (only averaging 18 at the moment), but I partially attribute that to my heavy foot with that fun 2.7T! Love the look and style of the car. Honestly, I'm more of a fan of this "winged eagle" Lincoln grille design (or even the older "waterfall" grill), rather than the new "generic" looking grille. Looks so much smoother and elegant, but thats just my opinion.

I just recently picked up a 2017 MKX Black Label, also fully loaded. I was coming from an older MKZ, but wanted something with a bit more comfort and cargo space. Luckily, the MKX has all that in spades! Really the only thing I don't like about the car is the gas milage. I've only had a few months now, but i'm only averaging 18-20MPG. Honestly, not too big of a deal unless gas prices start to creep back up to 2008 prices, but also I came from a MKZ Hybrid getting almost double that, so its a bigger change for me. I could probably push it up 2-3+MPG, if my foot wasn't so heavy with that 2.7 twin turbo power ?. Once they release a Hybrid Nautilus, that'll probably be my next after this one. So far I've been very happy with the drive comfort and overall quality and feel of everything. I think the car is beautiful and elegant both inside and out. I also checked out the Lexus RX, but was not a fan of the harsh lines and thought the interior was way too complex and boxy. Plus, its nice driving a car that not everyone else is driving. These cars are diamonds in the rough, and definitely the best luxury value for the money especially used/CPO. This is my third CPO Lincoln, and have been happy with the quality of their products for years now.