In anticipation for the all-new and much anticipated 2020 Lincoln Aviator that is arriving Summer of 2019, I thought it would be fun to take a detailed, in-depth look at the First Generation Lincoln Aviator. As it would happen, this is a 2003, which is the first model year that was available. Despite it being based on the Ford Explorer/Mercury Mountaineer platform, Lincoln went to great lengths to differentiate the Aviator in the premium midsize luxury SUV segment, thus creating the "Baby Navigator". The Lincoln Aviator is V8 powered, however, that motivation is not from the Explorer/Mountaineer SOHC variety, but rather the Mustang Mach 1-sourced Modular 4.6L DOHC 32V series, providing 63 MORE horsepower than the SOHC variant. The Aviator was only produced from model years 2003-2005. Offering more luxury and equipment compared to the Explorer/Mountaineer counterparts, the Aviator, while the shortest Lincoln ever produced, was much like the Navigator in every respect, save overall dimensions. In looks, they were near identical. Ironically, the same holds true with the new 2020 Aviator! Loosely based on the Ford Explorer platform, but being heavily modified to make it genuine Lincoln and being a sort of "Baby Navigator" in its own right, this video highlight of the original mid-size luxury SUV is very fitting indeed!
The Aviator shown here is painted in Mineral Gray Metallic and features the Light Parchment leather interior. This Aviator, in 2003, stickered for $47,325, which equates to $68,150 in today's dollar.

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Here, we are taking a detailed in-depth walk-around look at the interior and exterior of this 2003 Lincoln Aviator Premium 4X4

Base Price: $39,200
Total Options: $7,385
Destination Charge: $740
Total Price* as Shown: $47,325
*Price does NOT reflect current local offers, incentives, rebates or any other deal or sale. Please contact the appropriate dealership if applicable that's listed at the beginning of the video for more information.

Exterior Color: Mineral Gray Metallic
Interior Color: Light Parchment Leather
Engine: 4.6L Aluminum DOHC 32V V8
Transmission: 5-Speed 5R55E Automatic

Optional Equipment Shown on Vehicle:
Premium Package - $2950
-Heated/Cooled Front Seats
-6-Disc CD Player
-HID Headlamps
-Auto Dim Driver Side Mirror
-Premium Wheels
Automatic Full-Time 4WD - $2920
Power Sunroof - $1515

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