Lincoln ’s all-new MKT crossover has a distinctive style of its own, but that didn’t stop Ford and customizer Rick Bottom of Mendotta, Illinois, from applying a unique look to the car to create the Panache concept.
Starting with a lowered MKT – thanks to H&R springs that brought the beast down by 1.2 inches up front and 1.9 inches out back – Bottom added 22-inch COR Forged Valhalla wheels. To set off the new stance, Planet Color “Turnin’ Orange” paint was applied to the crossover. Special chrome moldings and shaved door handles helped complete the unique appearance.
The MKT wasn’t significantly altered mechanically from its front-wheel-drive, 3.7-liter V6 origins. A K&N air filter, Odyssey battery and Amsoil lubricants round out the underhood modifications.
