This should be good news to those who appreciate its classic Lincoln styling details. Its bright metal molding that forms at the base of the front fascia and follows the front fenders up and over the arcing roofline and down the vehicle's backside is vaguely reminiscent of the '61 Continental - a styling cue expected to be featured throughout the majority of future Lincolns.
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| The new Aviator should be good news to those who appreciate classic Lincoln styling. (Photo: Ford Motor Company of Canada) |
The new concept, which is more of a "teaser vehicle" or prototype of a future model according to the Lincoln press material, features a wide chrome egg-crate grille that integrates the headlights at opposing sides, also inspired by past Lincolns. From its front three-quarter view I can't help thinking about the old AMC Eagle 4x4 wagon, one of the first crossovers. It does, however, take on a shape that's all it's own from every other angle mind you.
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| A horizontal "light-bar" spans the entire width of the large glass liftgate, a very American design cue. (Photo: Ford Motor Company of Canada) |
The hearse-like C-pillars are extremely thick, which is probably not the best for rearward visibility but unique in the crossover category just the same. A horizontal "light-bar" spans the entire width of the large glass liftgate, a very American design cue that is executed effectively on this car without looking dated. Just under the liftgate is a flat-folding tailgate, just like station wagons of yore. The gorgeous Behr hardwood floor with bright aluminum strips that graces the cargo floor is a nice touch that most definitely won't be making production. Hopefully its 850 L (30 cubic feet) of storage space will.