The later model Town Cars/Grand Marquis/Crown Vics have a nice alloy "motorcycle" spare as Jack calls them.....that will clear the front discs......without any of the welding required! BOLTS RIGHT ON. It is a 1998 and up. (1995 version WILL NOT clear front brakes.....OK out back.....)
Both of the late models in pic have 10 holes, so you NEED to pay attention to the part number!!!! F8VC= 1998 Town Car line.....and some others with the fancy alloys.... I think they may be made in Italy too!
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