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Mercury Marquis

1979 – 1986 · USA

The Mercury Grand Marquis was a prominent automobile in the market, manufactured by Mercury from 1975 to 2011. Initially introduced as a flagship sub-model of the Mercury Marquis, it later evolved into a distinct model line in 1983, renowned for being the largest sedan offered by Mercury. Throughout its production, the Grand Marquis was a close companion to the Mercury Colony Park station wagon until 1991. Sharing the rear-wheel drive (RWD) Panther platform with the Ford LTD Crown Victoria and subsequently the Ford Crown Victoria from 1992, as well as the Lincoln Town Car from 1980 onwards, the Grand Marquis was known for its sturdy and reliable build. Its fourth generation laid the foundation for the 2003

4 generations of the Mercury Marquis

Version	Years	Engine	Gearbox	Drive	Body
Mercury Marquis 1st Gen	1967 to 1968	—	Auto	RWD	SEDAN
Mercury Marquis 2nd Gen	1969 to 1978	—	Auto	FWD	SEDAN, WAGON
Mercury Marquis 4th Gen	1979 to 1982	naturally aspirated V8	Auto	RWD	SEDAN
Mercury Marquis 5th Gen	1983 to 1986	naturally aspirated	Auto	FWD	SEDAN, WAGON