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Mercury Marquis 4th Gen

1979 – 1982 — USA

The Mercury Grand Marquis was a notable automobile produced by Mercury from 1975 to 2011. Initially introduced as a sub-model of the Mercury Marquis, it later became a standalone model line in 1983. The Grand Marquis was renowned for being the largest sedan in the Mercury lineup, complementing the Mercury Colony Park station wagon until 1991. The model was based on the rear-wheel drive (RWD) Panther platform shared with the Ford LTD Crown Victoria and later the Ford Crown Victoria (from 1992) and the Lincoln Town Car from 1980 onwards. Key Points: 1. Production Years: The Mercury Grand Marquis was manufactured from 1975 to 2011. 2. Flagship Model: Initially a sub-model of the Mercury Marquis, it later became an independent model line in 1983. 3. Largest Mercury Sedan: The Grand Marquis was renowned as the largest sedan in the Mercury range. 4. Shared Platform: From 1979 to 2011, the Grand Marquis utilized the RWD Panther platform shared with the Ford LTD Crown Victoria and later the Ford Crown Victoria. It also shared the platform with the Lincoln Town Car from 1980 onwards. 5. Legacy: The fourth generation of the Grand Marquis served as the foundation for the 2003 and 2004 Mercury Marauder, showcasing its enduring impact on the model lineup.