Sell your 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII for cash

The 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is a midsize car that came with a 4.6L 8-cyl engine. At 29 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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1997 Lincoln Mark VIII at a glance

Body styleMidsize Cars
Engines4.6L 8-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
Fuel economy16 city / 24 highway / 19 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$4,350 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂468 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA1 configuration
Age29 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 29 years old, most of a 1997 Mark VIII's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a midsize car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 Mark VIII. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the exterior lighting, typically around 60,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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1997 Lincoln Mark VIII recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Vehicle Speed ControlAug 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V336000

On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.

Risk: This could result in an underhood fire.

Common 1997 Mark VIII problems

Owners have filed 90 complaints about the 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII with NHTSA. 1 report involved a crash and 1 report involved a fire.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Exterior Lighting26
  • Visibility16
  • Vehicle Speed Control8
  • Unknown or Other4
  • Exterior Lighting3
  • Fuel System, Gasoline2

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Exterior Lighting60,000 mi
  • Visibility88,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control73,000 mi
  • Exterior Lighting145,000 mi

1997 Lincoln Mark VIII service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 119 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Service Brakes11
  • Electrical System10
  • Power Train9
  • Unknown or Other7
  • Engine and Engine Cooling6
  • Fuel System5

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2005 · 041601

    Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. *tt

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2004 · 042107

    General (PCM) power train control module programming procedures. *tt

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2004 · 04217

    General power train control module (PCM) programming procedures. *tt

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2004 · 031404

    Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. To include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-1

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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Selling a 1997 Mark VIII: questions

How much is a 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 1997 Mark VIII that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 1997 Mark VIIIs that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 1997 Mark VIII with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 1997 Mark VIII?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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