I’m looking to boost the performance of my 1995 Lincoln Town Car, and I’m exploring available performance parts. I’ve already received some initial advice, but I’m hoping to delve deeper into the specifics, especially considering some unique challenges I face here in Germany.
One suggestion was a gear ratio change. Unfortunately, this isn’t really feasible for me due to the need to frequently drive on the Autobahn at higher speeds. Another common performance enhancement, forced induction like superchargers or turbos, is also problematic. Germany has strict vehicle inspection regulations known as “TÜV.” Getting modifications like turbo or supercharger conversions approved here is incredibly difficult, essentially requiring manufacturer-level documentation to prove street legality, which is unlikely for aftermarket kits. Therefore, I need to focus on upgrades that maintain a “stock” appearance to avoid TÜV complications. Thankfully, the inspectors here aren’t particularly familiar with the intricacies of American cars, so visually subtle performance enhancements should be acceptable.
Regarding an aluminum driveshaft, I’m unsure if my Town Car already has one. Being a European model, it’s possible it came with an export package that might include this. Is there a way to easily identify if my car is already equipped with an aluminum driveshaft?
Fuel quality isn’t an issue, as premium fuel with 95 octane is readily available, and even 102 octane fuel is accessible at many gas stations. So, increasing the compression ratio shouldn’t pose a problem in terms of fuel availability.
Headers are another area of interest. I checked the StainlessWorks website but couldn’t locate headers specifically listed for a 1998-2002 Lincoln Town Car or Mercury Marquis. Are there significant differences between the chassis or engine bay of the earlier Town Cars compared to the 2003 and newer Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis models that would prevent the later model headers from fitting?
Finally, I’m curious about intake manifold upgrades. Specifically, what are the differences and interchangeability between the intake parts from a 1995 Town Car compared to later models? What specific intake components would need to be swapped or modified to utilize newer or performance-oriented intake manifolds on my 1995 Town Car?
Thank you in advance for any further insights and expertise you can offer regarding performance parts and upgrades for my 1995 Lincoln Town Car, particularly considering the limitations and regulations I need to navigate.
