Want a chrome-encrusted, rear-drive V8-powered American sedan without the premium charged for a Lincoln? This Grand Marquis fits the bill perfectly. If you've been pinching your pennies to buy a new full-size powerful American sedan, we hereby direct you to the Mercury Grand Marquis. It's mechanically identical to the Ford Crown Victoria and similar to the Lincoln Town Car; Ford, Lincoln and Mercury are the only brands that built such cars in these days. Proven technology allows Mercury to keep the prices low, and the car is a favorite among people who need space and don't want a minivan or sport-ute. 2002s are available in standard GS, sporty LSE or luxurious LS Premium trim. Base GS models include all the family-sedan basics, like air conditioning, a stereo with cassette player, remote keyless entry, ABS, power windows and locks, cruise control and tilt steering wheel. Also standard are unexpected items like traction control and power adjustable pedals. Leather seating and a CD player are optional. Step up to the LS Premium and luxury awaits in the form of special alloy wheels, power seats, digital instrumentation, a wood and leather-trimmed steering wheel and premium sound. Leather is a no-charge option on the LS Ultimate. Includes a new-for-2002 trunk organizer and a full-size spare wheel. This LS Premium is equipped with a six-disc CD changer. This Grand Marquis is never a slouch in terms of acceleration, with the 4.6-liter V8 engine pumping out 220 horsepower while still managing 26 miles per gallon on the highway. The only transmission offered is a four-speed automatic. It's comfortable, but it's all too happy to float around over bumps. And if you do plan to haul around a family, you can sleep better at night knowing that this Grand Marquis scores well in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration crash tests. With a crash-severity sensor, safety belt pre-tensioners, dual-stage airbags and seat-position sensors, this Grand Mark protects occupants like few smaller cars can. Added standards for 2002 like ABS, traction control and power adjustable pedals mean this big Mercury can avoid obstacles better in the first place. This Grand Marquis is one of the best-selling cars in Colorado. Why? Because it looks and feels just like a Lincoln for lots less than what a Town Car or Continental costs. If this appeals to you, this Grand Marquis is right up your alley.