Both shocks on the front, struts on the back depending on the make it might have it both ways!
You have coil springs front and rear as well as shocks.
Front or rear?
Bad shocks/struts, misalligned wheels or worn out suspension in general. Mechanics will be able to pinpoint exact problem(s).
The shocks are there for a reason. Removing them would cause damage.
Lincoln - 1988 was released on: USA: 27 March 1988
No there are shock absorbers on the rear.
In the trunk or passenger compartment
Lincoln Park Patriots was created in 1988.
New Lincoln School ended in 1988.
1988
According to my Chilton's Auto Repair Manual : For a 1988 Lincoln Town Car : ( 20.0 U.S. gallons )