Recommended Hitch for a 1997 Lincoln Town Car
Updated 12/08/2025 | Published 11/22/2025
Question:
This setup requires holes to be drilled, is tht correct?
asked by: Ray
Expert Reply:
Yes, that is correct Ray. The etrailer Hitch item # e66AR does require drilling for installation on your 1997 Lincoln Town Car. This is common amongst all the hitches we have for your car. Predrilled holes for mounting a hitch weren't added when your Town Car was manufactured.
The etrailer Hitch item # e66AR is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity and a 400 lbs maximum tongue weight.
What do you plan on using your new hitch for?
You can add this information and any other questions you have where it says Reply to Jerred H and I'll be happy to answer them.
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- etrailer
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Jerred H.
12/8/2025
Hey Ray, how did the drilling go when you mounted the hitch on your Town Car? Sharing what worked could help others adding a hitch to the same vehicle.