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2005 Lincoln Navigator
Invoice: $44,230 - $49,949
Miles Per Gallon
City: 13 MPG
Highway: 18 MPG
Body Style: N/A
Engines: 5.4L V-8 300 HP
The 2005 Lincoln Navigator benefits from a new engine, a new transmission and fresh styling. The changes for 2005 result in a muchimproved vehicle. The Navigator is smooth and luxurious. It offers a silky ride and surprisingly nimble handling given its size. It's also big and brawny, capable of carrying up to eight passengers and a lot of gear, and towing up to 8600 pounds. The smooth ride is due partly to the Navigator's independent rear suspension, an unusual refinement for a large sport utility. A new sixspeed automatic transmission for 2005 replaces last year's fourspeed automatic, resulting in smoother operation. It responds well to varying driving situations and contributes to the satisfying driving experience. A new 5.4liter V8 engine with three valves per cylinder reduces emissions and delivers a little more power. AdvanceTrac stability control with Roll Stability Control is standard equipment and can help the driver in an emergency handling situation. The cabin is attractive and comfortable. Even the thirdrow seats are relatively comfortable for adults. When it's time to haul cargo, simply press a button on the keyless remote and the power liftgate raises, then walk up to the rear of the vehicle and press a pair of buttons and the thirdrow seats glide down to reveal a perfectly flat cargo area. The Navigator gets a significant makeover for 2005. New styling gives it a kinder, gentler appearance, making it look more like a luxury vehicle, less like a truck. Under this new skin is a thoroughly modern fullsize sport utility: Navigator was totally redesigned and reengineered just two years ago (for 2003).
Purchasing an older vehicle, such as the 2005 Lincoln Navigator, makes good financial sense. You're able to avoid the steep depreciation rates that occur with brand new vehicles. This essentially gives you the advantage of getting a 2005 Lincoln Navigator for less money than when it was new. If the 2005 Lincoln Navigator was properly maintained, you also have a good chance of steering clear of problems that would have developed when the car was new.
The amount you pay for an older car depends on various factors. One important element is where you buy the vehicle. You're likely to get a better deal if you buy it from a private party, as opposed to a dealer. On the other hand, a reputable dealer will normally have some kind of limited warranty, so you can drive away knowing that if the car breaks down right away, you'll be covered. Another factor that may affect price on a 2005 Lincoln Navigator is whether it's "certified" by the manufacturer. A certified vehicle will cost more because warranty service is provided that normally doesn't come with a used car.
Another dynamic that will play into the purchase price is the resale value. A used vehicle with a high resale value will obviously cost you more. It is expected that the 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have a good resale value. This assumes that the 2005 Lincoln Navigator is in good condition and has a reasonable number of miles.
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